Red Light Therapy: Myth Vs. Fact

Masks, panels, and other red light therapy devices are selling better than ever. The Onion examines the myths and facts surrounding red light therapy.

MYTH: Only light with a wavelength of 630-670 nm has proven clinical efficacy.

FACT: It's okay to sneak a few 671 nm wavelengths on cheat days.

MYTH: Red light therapy can restore hair.

FACT: Wig therapy has been proven to be far more effective.

MYTH: Red light therapy can cause burns.

FACT: It can alleviate excessive skin coolness.

MYTH: Red light accelerates cell turnover.

FACT: Cell turnover is largely caused by cell dissatisfaction with poor working conditions.

MYTH: Green light will make you uglier.

FACT: It's the opposite of red, so yes.

MYTH: Red light therapy can cause long-term damage.

FACT: We are still at least 10 years out from that class-action lawsuit.

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