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. 2015 Jun;8(6):36–44.

TABLE 1.

Parameters of different wavelengths of LED light and their clinical applications

BLUE YELLOW RED IR COMBINED
Wavelength (nm) 400-170 570-590 630-700 800-1200 Variable
Depth of LED light penetration <1mm 0.5-2mm 2-3mm 5-10mm Variable
Deepest target Epidermis Papillary dermis Adnexa Adnexa and reticular dermis Variable
Studied therapeutic uses
  • Acne

  • Combination

  • therapy

  • Photoaging

  • Post laser and IPL recovery

  • Wound healing

  • Radiation dermatitis

  • Post-surgical recovery

  • Post-laser recovery

  • Skin rejuvenation

  • Photodynamic therapy

  • Photodynamic therapy with injection of sensitizer

  • Sunburn protection

  • Mucositis

  • Wound healing

  • Ulcers

  • Photorejuvenation

  • Combination therapy

  • Acne

  • Photorejuvenation

  • Post-procedure recovery

  • Reduction in skin melanin