Red-light masks: science behind anti-ageing claims explored
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A Guardian podcast episode examines the growing popularity of home red-light therapy devices, including masks, body wraps, and mittens, which claim to reduce wrinkles, redness, and acne. Host Ian Sample speaks with co-host Madeleine Finlay and consultant dermatologist Dr. Jonathan Kentley about the potential benefits of red light. Dr. Kentley explains how the potential benefits of red light were discovered and how it is thought to interact with collagen in the skin. The episode also addresses what scientific evidence says about red light’s impact on appearance.
What’s reported
Home red-light therapy devices have exploded in popularity as masks, body wraps, and mittens.
These devices promise to reduce wrinkles, redness, and even acne.
The Guardian podcast episode features Ian Sample, Madeleine Finlay, and consultant dermatologist Dr. Jonathan Kentley.
Dr. Kentley explains how the potential benefits of red light were discovered.
Red light is thought to interact with collagen in the skin.
The episode discusses what science says about red light’s impact on appearance.
Key figures
Ian Sample (host)
Madeleine Finlay (co-host)
Dr. Jonathan Kentley (consultant dermatologist)
Sources: The Guardian
