Technology
What the light is, and how it is made
Two wavelengths, the optics that shape them, the cooling that keeps output stable, and a plain-language look at the research.
Red vs near-infrared
Two wavelengths, two depths
Visible red light and near-infrared light sit next to each other on the spectrum. The difference that matters for a panel is how far each one travels into tissue.
Red + near-infrared
Running both at once covers surface and depth in the same session. On this panel that is the RED+NIR mode.
Red · 660 nm
Visible, warm red. Absorbed close to the surface. This is the wavelength used in most skincare light devices.
Near-infrared · 850 nm
Invisible to the eye — you will see only a faint glow. Reaches further below the surface, which is why it is used in recovery contexts.
Wavelengths are manufacturer specifications. Penetration depth varies with skin, distance and individual factors; the description above is general and not a medical claim.
The build
What is inside
- Optics
- 72 dual-chip diodes, each with a 660 nm and an 850 nm emitter, behind lenses that shape the beam across the panel face. Beam angle is listed inconsistently in the source material — see specifications.
- Thermal
- A 105 W panel produces heat. Fans on the side and rear move air across the diode board and the driver so output stays stable through a full session.
- Electrical
- The mains driver is built in. It accepts AC 110–220 V through a standard IEC inlet, so the same unit works across regions with the right cord.
- Build
- Powder-coated alloy housing rather than plastic. The stand is metal with a weighted base and damped dual-axis hinges for tilt.
How it works
Three steps to a session
- 01
Set your distance
Place the panel on its stand, facing the area you want to treat. The manufacturer measures output at 15 cm, so that is a sensible starting distance — move closer to concentrate the light on a smaller area, further back to spread it wider and gentler.
- 02
Choose your session
Pick a mode — red, near-infrared or both — set the brightness, and set the timer. The presets run from 5 to 30 minutes; start at the shorter end and build up as you learn how your skin responds.
- 03
Switch on and unwind
Keep the exposed area facing the panel. Close your eyes or use the supplied goggles if the brightness is uncomfortable. The panel switches itself off when the timer ends.
The science of light
Photobiomodulation, briefly
Photobiomodulation is the term for using low-level red and near-infrared light to influence cell activity. The general idea studied in the literature is that light around 600–900 nm is absorbed by components of the cell and can affect how cells produce and use energy.
This is an active research area. Study quality, wavelengths, doses and outcomes vary widely, and results in a lab or clinic do not automatically transfer to a consumer device used at home.
We do not make medical claims for this panel. It has not been through clinical trials as a device. What we can tell you is exactly what it emits and how to control it — the rest is your routine.
A reading list of independent, peer-reviewed sources is in preparation.
A daily habit, in warm light.
One panel. Red and near-infrared. Controls on the device.
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