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    THE BEAUTY TECH BOOM

    May 05, 2021 4 minutes
    By Victoria Jowett, Perdita Nouril and Iantha Yu

    LED Light Therapy Masks

    WHAT’S THE DEAL?

    Granted, these look like something out of Blade Runner, but advances in the use of LEDs (light emitting diodes) have led to their clinical application in various medical and cosmetic practices, all of which you can now enjoy from the comfort of your own living room. “LED phototherapy uses lights that penetrate the skin at different depths to help target all kinds of skin concerns,” says aesthetic doctor Lauren Hamilton. The treatment is non-invasive and suitable for all skin types, though it’s worth seeking medical advice if you have a known skin condition, such as eczema or psoriasis.

    HOW DOES IT WORK?

    Light alters the skin in a process that’s called

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