TLDR;
The video discusses the presenter's one-month experiment with a red light therapy device, covering its potential benefits, her personal experiences, and whether she believes it's a worthwhile investment. She touches on the history of red light therapy, its effects on skin, hair, muscle recovery, and even meditation consistency. The video also provides guidance on selecting a red light device and mentions a specific brand, Mito, with a discount link provided.
- Red light therapy can offer benefits for skin, hair, muscle recovery, and wound healing.
- Personal experience showed improvements in skin, hair texture, and consistency in meditation.
- The effectiveness of red light therapy can vary from person to person.
Intro [0:00]
The presenter introduces a one-month experiment using a red light therapy device. She plans to discuss the benefits of red light therapy and share her personal experience, ultimately deciding if it was a worthwhile endeavor. She clarifies that she is neither a doctor nor a scientist, and encourages viewers to conduct their own research and consult with a healthcare provider before trying red light therapy.
Week 1: Initial Impressions and Energy Boost [0:51]
In the first week, the presenter used the red light device about four times. She noticed an immediate boost in energy, which was particularly helpful due to her Hashimoto's autoimmune condition that often causes fatigue. She also used it for skin improvement, observing subtle differences like a more radiant complexion. A pimple on her nose noticeably shrunk after a few sessions, which she attributes to the red light therapy. She explains that most devices offer both red and near-infrared light, which can be used separately or together. Red light benefits skin and hair by promoting collagen production and aiding hair growth, while infrared light penetrates deeper for muscle recovery, wound healing, and joint pain relief.
Week 1 Continued: Fatigue and Limited Relief [2:48]
The presenter shares her struggle with fatigue despite using the red light. She used the red light for 10 minutes in the morning and another 5 minutes later, hoping for relief, but the effect was not as dramatic as she had hoped. While it helped a little, she acknowledges that it's not a substitute for sleep. She expresses frustration with the fatigue, as she feels energetic internally but not physically.
Week 2: Consistent Use and Additional Supplement [3:54]
During the second week, the presenter used the red light consistently for 10 to 15 minutes on days she wasn't traveling. She felt great and overcame her fatigue, but she also took an additional supplement. Despite wanting to keep the experiment clean, her endocrinologist recommended trimethylglycine to help with detoxification due to her double MTHFR gene mutation, which affects her body's ability to detoxify. She emphasizes that this supplement isn't for everyone but was specific to her condition. She still noticed the red light's positive effects on her skin, with the pimple on her nose almost gone. She continues to use it on her face and scalp, hoping for more hair growth.
Brief History of Red Lights [7:15]
The presenter provides a brief history of red light therapy, starting in 1893 when Danish physician Neils Ryberg Finsen used red light to treat smallpox and lupus vulgaris, earning him the Nobel Prize in 1903. In 1967, Hungarian scientist Andre Mester noticed laser light promoted hair growth and wound healing in rats. In the 1990s, NASA used red LED lights to grow potatoes in space, also noting faster wound healing among scientists. Today, red light therapy is available in clinics, spas, and as home devices.
Week 3: Cold and Varied Results [8:16]
In the third week, the presenter caught a cold and didn't find the red light helpful for healing in her own experience. However, her husband, who was also starting to get a cold, seemed to benefit from it. She noticed significant improvements in her skin, which appeared smoother and nicer. Additionally, she felt that her hair was thicker and more manageable, with less oiliness. She also humorously notes that the red light seems to stimulate hair growth in unwanted areas, requiring more frequent eyebrow plucking. Her husband experienced pain relief from a muscle injury using the red light, aligning with its known benefits for joint and muscular pain. She also found that using the red light helped her to be more consistent in her meditation practice.
Week 4: Final Thoughts and Skin Improvements [12:09]
During the fourth week, the presenter recovered quickly from a sinus infection, possibly aided by the red light. However, it didn't seem to help with a strained muscle in her lower back. She emphasized the significant positive effects on her skin, likening it to the results of Botox. She also observed improvements in her hair, with reduced oiliness and faster growth. While her husband experienced pain relief, her results varied, suggesting individual differences in how the therapy works.
Final Verdict and Recommendation [14:36]
The presenter concludes that red light therapy is worth it, depending on one's budget, viewing it as a valuable wellness tool. She personally experienced the most benefits in her skin and some hair growth. Her husband found it effective for muscle injury healing. She recommends using it for about 10 minutes a day. She also notes that the red light helped her to be more consistent in her meditation practice.
Red Light Device Recommendation [16:30]
The presenter recommends the Mido brand for red light devices, citing their high quality and scientific approach. She notes that Mido rarely offers discounts due to the professional quality of their devices. As an affiliate, she provides a 5% discount link in the description. She personally uses the Mido Pro 300, a medium-sized device suitable for face and chest treatments, but also admires their full body panel.