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#1 Phoenicis

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Posted 28 April 2014 - 12:00 AM


So I've come across some interesting reviews about the use of light emitting diodes (LEDS) in dermatology. This review is a good summary -

 

http://www.ecardiolo...ting_Diodes.pdf

 

I want to use it for getting rid of spider veins on my nose, reducing scars and treating hair loss. In the past I have used fluorescent UV lamp to treat psoriasis, however this is damaging for the skin. I changed my lifestyle and started using tazarotene and am now pretty much free of psoriasis, but it left behind some spider veins on the sides of my nose.

 

What I am unsure about: Since I also use tazarotene .05%, this might actually increase sensitivity of my skin to light. Is it only UV light one needs to worry about, or also Red/IR light? Apparently LEDs are safe.

 

So My daily skin regimen will be to 1) shower 2) use moisturizer etc. 3) use light for about 3 min on each spot 4) apply sunscreen. Sound reasonable?

 

The LEDs I'll be using are 2 x 3w 630nm Red and 1 x 5w 850nm IR. These will be mounted on a heatsink which is secured in an acrylic case. I think I will drive these LEDs at 500 mA. Eye protection will be tanning goggles with some aluminum foil glued on for extra reflection/absorption.

 

 


Edited by Phoenicis, 28 April 2014 - 12:18 AM.






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