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Spotlight on LED Light Therapy

Originally developed by NASA to help heal wounds in space, LED light therapy has since been adapted for medical and cosmetic skincare treatments. From acne and fine lines to inflammation and dullness, LED light therapy promises visible skin improvements with no downtime. From the very first sessions, whatever the age of the person, the visible effects of reversing the signs of aging are not only observable but also measurable.

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LED Light Therapy for Skin: Benefits, Science, and What to Expect

What Is LED Light Therapy?

LED (light-emitting diode) light therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to penetrate the skin at different depths. Unlike UV rays, LED lights do not damage the skin or cause burns. Instead, they stimulate cellular processes that support skin repair, collagen production, and reduced inflammation.

How LED Light Affects the Skin

Different colors of LED light correspond to different wavelengths, and each targets specific skin concerns:

Red light (around 630–660 nm):
Penetrates deeply into the skin to stimulate collagen and elastin production. It’s commonly used for anti-aging, reducing fine lines, improving firmness, and enhancing overall skin texture.
Blue light (around 415 nm):
Targets acne-causing bacteria on the skin’s surface. Blue light is effective for treating mild to moderate acne and reducing breakouts without harsh chemicals.
Near-infrared light (around 800–880 nm):
Reaches deeper layers of the skin to promote healing, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation. It’s often used alongside red light for enhanced results.
Amber or yellow light:
Helps calm redness, reduce swelling, and improve skin tone, making it beneficial for sensitive or rosacea-prone skin.

Benefits of LED Light Therapy

LED light therapy offers a wide range of skin benefits, especially when used consistently:

• Reduces fine lines and wrinkles

• Improves skin firmness and elasticity

• Clears acne and reduces future breakouts

• Calms inflammation and redness

• Speeds up skin healing and recovery

• Enhances overall radiance and tone

Because its non-invasive, LED therapy is suitable for most skin types and can be combined with other treatments like facials, microneedling, or chemical peels.

What to Expect from Treatment

A typical LED session lasts 10–30 minutes. The treatment is painless—you’ll simply relax under the lights. Most people need multiple sessions over several weeks to see results; consistency is key. Like exercise for your skin, the benefits build over time.

THE SCIENCE: The proof is in the science and backed by studies

Study Method: 630nm red light led 2xweek for 12 mins each time

Results after 1 month:

· 15.6% decrease in the depth of crow's feet wrinkle

· Decrease of 5.4% of the clinical score of slackening of the oval of the face and 13.6% of the R0 value translating a firming effect

· 26.4% increase in dermal density

· 6.8% decrease in cheek roughness and 28.5% decrease in pore diameter, indicating a smoothing effect

· 34.9% decrease in the quantity of sebum (oil)

Additional benefits after 2 months:

· 12.5% in skin elasticity

· 32.7% in skin tone homogeneity

Additional benefits after 3 months:

• 16.7% decrease in the sagging of the face

• 31.3% decrease in the R0 value, indicating an increase in skin firmness

• 62.1% increase in dermal density

• 28.1% decrease in pore diameter

• 62.6% decrease in the amount of sebum

ADDITIONAL BENEFIT!
Studies on red LED light therapy show amazing benefits for people with Hashimoto's thyroiditis (autoimmune hypothyroidism). Benefits like:

Reduced Medication Needs
Lowered Thyroid Antibodies
Improved Tissue Health of Thyroid Gland
Symptom Relief: reduced fatigue, improved mood, better skin health, and weight management support

How it works:

Increased Cellular Energy (ATP): The light stimulates mitochondria to produce more adenosine triphosphate (ATP), providing the cells with more energy to function and repair.
Reduced Inflammation: RLT exhibits anti-inflammatory effects by modulating immune responses and lowering levels of inflammatory markers.
Enhanced Blood Flow: It promotes the release of nitric oxide, which helps dilate blood vessels, improving circulation and nutrient delivery to the thyroid tissue.

How to do it:

Frequency: 2 to 3 times per week for at least 3 months.
Duration: 10 to 20 minutes per session.
Wavelengths: Devices typically use red (around 630-660 nm) and near-infrared (around 810-850 nm) wavelengths

Studies:

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6247385/

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10311288/

Shelly Todd 6/22/25 Shelly Todd 6/22/25

Introducing our Summer Express Menu

Summer time express menu of facial services.

Summer Time Express Service Menu

Only for the Kennesaw, GA location and only for July and August.

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Reversing Sugar Binge Skin Issues

How sugar speeds aging in your body and skin and how to reverse premature aging caused by it.

Now that you've stuffed yourself with Easter goodies, we unwrap how it affects your skin ... and how to reverse the damage.

Elevated insulin (caused by too much sugar) can increase oil production in the skin, leading to clogged pores, blackheads, spots and acne. Additionally, high sugar intake can cause inflammation, which can exacerbate acne, Rosacea, eczema and other skin conditions.

Excessive sugar consumption can negatively impact skin health long-term by promoting inflammation, damaging collagen and elastin, aging the skin and body faster. This occurs through a process called glycation- where sugar molecules attach to proteins in the skin, forming advanced glycation end products (AGEs). AGEs damage collagen and elastin, leading to wrinkles, sagging skin, and loss of elasticity.

Reversing this damage completely is not possible, but we can lessen the effects by using retinol, sunscreen, using natural antioxidant rich skincare products and by using peptides and hyaluronic acid. J Renee organic products and skincare treatments are packed with these ingredients for a reason! Natural ingredients have been extensively studied and proven to positively effect skin beauty and skin health.

While not consuming sugar is optimal, that's just not realistic. Doing monthly facials and using antioxidant rich skincare products at home daily will help erase the effects of some of the fun holiday treats. It’s imperative to use proper skincare at home and get facials if you regularly indulge in sugary treats, bread and pastries and alcohol. Schedule your facial today and we will asses your skin, assign you a skin type and make a home routine for you so there is no guessing or wasting money or time on preserving your youthful beauty.

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Study on Antioxidants for Topical Use in Anti-Aging

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Reverse UV Damage with Antioxidants

Learn how antioxidant rick skincare products can reverse UV damage and protect against premature skin aging.

Beauty and the TanSun Damage Reversed by Antioxidants

Let’s be honest, tan fat looks better than pasty white fat, but most bronzed beauties are using UV beds instead of spray tanning. Unfortunately, UV rays, may it be from the sun or a bulb, can break down the integrity of the skin in many ways. It’s not my job to tell you what to do, as an educated esthetician, I’m just here to help you combat the premature aging, cellular mutation and inflammation that tanning causes. A regular monthly facial, as well as a skincare routine rich in antioxidants and retinols can not only protect you from the damage that UV causes but it can also reverse past damage.

The science: UV radiation mutates skin cells, which activates your immune system to kill off the damaged cells, which causes inflammation that degrades the skin’s matrix. The skin’s matrix is made up of many things, including collagen and elastin, which we need for our skin to look youthful. Years of UV damage causes premature wrinkles, age spots and skin cancers.

Antioxidants in skincare products have been scientifically proven to help erase existing damage and prevent further collagen breakdown from UV and other environmental factors. Furthermore, retinol suppresses the collagen degrading MMPs (Matrix metalloproteinases) in our skin. MMPs are increased by UV damage and speed aging and can help cancer grow. The right skincare routine can help protect against collagen break-down and help reverse age spots and dangerous cellular activity.

An esthetician’s job is to listen, learn and provide services and products that will fit in each client’s lifestyle. Facials help promote skin beauty and health by removing damaged skin cells, reversing cellular damage and restoring balance. Educated estheticians also take note of changes to skin and refer their clients to a dermatologist when appropriate. Having an honest relationship with your skin care professional will skirt premature aging and help detect skin cancers early.

Shelly Todd, Esthetician
J Renee Spa
Adairsville, GA

Start your UV reversal routine with a home facial kit including a full strength peel and a progressive home peel treatment done weekly.

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Source:

Natural Antioxidants Protect Skin from Solar Radiation

Skin Photoaging and the Role of Antioxidants in Its Prevention

Microdermabrasion on skin remodelling

L.E.D. Light Therapy and Anti-Aging

Microneedling and Neck Skin Aging

Microneedling More Effective for Scarring than Chemical Peels

Shelly Todd 7/19/24 Shelly Todd 7/19/24

Skin Health and Systemic Disease

Find out how to repair crepey skin and in turn, have healthier skin and body.

Crepey body skin may have you wearing long sleeves or pants in the summer. Not only is crepey body skin unsightly, it is a visual indicator of unhealthy skin. In recent studies, scientists have found that the state of your skin can affect your overall health. It’s the chicken-or-egg scenario; they aren’t 100% sure yet if poor skin health causes overall body inflammation, which causes many health conditions and premature aging…or if poor skin health is caused by systemic inflammation. The studies are starting to point toward unhealthy skin being the CAUSE or at least a large puzzle piece toward the cause of disease. Afterall, your skin is your largest organ.

Studies also show that pairing the right lotion (rich in vitamins and minerals and using it at least twice per day), drastically improves the look of crepey skin and improves the quality and health of thin aging skin. Also, exfoliation brings blood flow to your skin cells along with a healing response that kick starts more collagen production and repairs elastin that has been broken down from UV damage, smoking and environmental toxins. I suggest a pouf in the shower, dry brushing or a body scrub.

I use J Renee Organics Supple Body Lotion and exfoliate with a shower pouf to preserve my youthful skin all year, so that when summer comes around, I can be confident in showing off my arms and legs. Supple Lotion has even helped my parent’s skin heal after surgery. Surgery and other stresses on the body can make skin dry and fragile and make your whole body dehydrated because it cannot hold-in moisture like it should. Proper moisturized skin is essential for overall body health.

In recent studies, scientists have found that the state of your skin can affect your overall health. It’s the chicken-or-egg scenario; they aren’t 100% sure yet if poor skin health causes overall body inflammation, which causes many health conditions and premature aging…or if poor skin health is caused by systemic inflammation. The studies are starting to point toward unhealthy skin being the CAUSE or at least a large puzzle piece toward the cause of disease.

The Science:

Conditions (so far) that are proven to be caused by poor skin quality include: Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. “Until recently, the scientific community didn’t believe that skin could contribute to systemic inflammation and disease. But in the last five years, studies of psoriasis and dermatitis have shown that skin inflammation from these diseases likely increases the risk of heart disease," said study lead author Theodora Mauro, MD, a professor of dermatology at UCSF and the San Francisco VA Health Care System.

In the study, published March 5, 2019 in the Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, Mauro, Man and colleagues attempted to reverse age-related skin damage using an over-the-counter skin cream formulated based on prior research by Man and colleagues, and which the researchers had previously shown to contribute to skin repair based on its beneficial ratio of three types of lipids (cholesterol, free fatty acids, and ceramides) that are vital for skin health.

Thirty-three older adults between the ages of 58 and 95 applied the cream all over their bodies twice a day for 30 days. After a month, the researchers measured blood levels of three cytokines—interleukin-1 beta, interleukin-6, and tumor necrosis factor (TNF) alpha—that have all been implicated in age-related inflammatory diseases. Using the cream reduced the amount of all three cytokines compared to both the participants’ levels before using the cream and the levels of similarly aged adults who did not use the cream. In fact, using the cream lowered participants’ cytokine levels to be nearly equivalent with people in their 30s, suggesting that rejuvenating the skin can reverse “inflamm-aging.” The cream also improved skin hydration, lowered pH, and repaired the permeability barrier.

Shelly Todd, esthetician

Supple Body Cream

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Pamper your skin with this deeply moisturizing and fortifying lotion. Supple Cream has a delightful feel, is unscented and absorbs right into the skin without leaving a greasy feeling. Its packed with organic antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to sooth dry skin and to stimulate collagen. That collagen production essentially rebuilds the matrix to shield you better from bumps and scratches. When skin is moisturized properly its stronger, when it’s too dry, it gets brittle and vulnerable to scratches turning into deeper sores and has a hard time healing itself.
8 oz glass bottle with pump.

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Eggs make skin glow!

Eggs contain lutein, which help the skin’s moisture and suppleness, and protein, which helps rejuvenate and tighten the skin. Egg yolks has fatty acids that boost radiance & hydrate the skin.

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