Best Red Light Therapy Lamp Buying Guide: 7 crucial tips

Important points to consider when purchasing a red light therapy lamp are:

In this article, we'll dive deeper into the importance of these specifications and how they contribute to the effectiveness of the therapy, so you can be assured of the best choice for your situation.

The success of red light therapy essentially depends on the fine tuning of three crucial specifications: wavelength, intensity, and wattage. The wavelength determines the depth of penetration into the skin, the intensity and wattage ensure sufficient energy delivery to stimulate cellular processes and provide therapeutic benefits. Too low an intensity and wattage can result in suboptimal results. When choosing a red light therapy lamp, it is essential to carefully check these parameters.

Wavelength: the right spectrum

To take full advantage of the fantastic health benefits of red light therapy, the product must offer the right spectrum of wavelengths. This means that it must include both red and near-infrared wavelengths, which work together to treat both the surface and deeper layers of the skin. This is crucial to reaping the full benefits of red light therapy and effectively addressing health issues.

Red light, with a wavelength of 660 nanometers, penetrates the surface of the skin, improving complexion and evening out uneven pigmentation. Near-infrared light, with a wavelength of 850 nm, penetrates deeper into the skin, offering a variety of health benefits including reduced inflammation, improved muscle recovery and wound healing.

Penetration of light into different skin layers.

Our devices offer the ability to easily switch between red light (660nm) and near infrared light (850nm), or use both simultaneously, to gain all the benefits. This versatility is rare, as many products on the market do not offer the option to switch between different wavelengths.

Radiation intensity

Radiation intensity is a crucial aspect of red light therapy that can significantly affect the effectiveness of the treatment. It refers to the amount of light energy emitted by the lamp and is measured in milliwatts per square centimeter (mW/cm²).

The intensity determines how far the light can penetrate the skin and tissues and what biological reactions it can trigger. Higher intensity can result in deeper penetration of the light into the skin and tissues, which is beneficial for reaching deeper targets such as muscles, joints and other internal structures. It is important to note that the intensity decreases as you move further away from the lamp, so always pay attention to the distance the radiation intensity is measured when making the comparison.

Wattage

Wattage refers to the amount of power emitted. With a low wattage red light therapy lamp, you may not achieve optimal health benefits and end up wasting your investment. This is almost always the case with trendy red light devices such as masks.

Power density can be derived by looking at the number of watts in a lamp, which is often higher in larger devices. However, this does not always have to be the case, the LED chips in the red light therapy lamp also play a role. Take our Nuvibody Core lamps for example, these are all equipped with 5 Watt LED chips. Compare this to competitors who have LED chips of 2 or 3 Watt. This means that their power and therapeutic effectiveness are much lower in devices of the same size.

EMF emissions
EMF is a form of radiation that is emitted by all electronic devices. In high, sustained doses, EMF wavelengths can be harmful to humans.

Many red light therapy devices on the market today exhibit high levels of EMF emissions. Some competitors of red light therapy devices have overly complex and unnecessary electronic features, resulting in an abundance of EMF emissions in their devices, without much benefit to the user.

At Nuvibody, we have made your safety a priority. Our devices are equipped with EMF shields to ensure low EMF emissions. This ensures that our devices have zero EMF emissions at treatment distance. Your well-being is our top priority, and we want to make sure that you can enjoy the benefits of red light therapy without exposure to harmful radiation.

flicker

Most cheap brands have LEDs with a high flicker rate that can cause headaches. Have you ever noticed that some LED lights on cameras seem to flicker on and off quickly? Or have you entered a room and felt like you were in a strobe-like environment? This is because the LEDs of these lights flicker on and off quickly to conserve energy. This is fine for most household lighting, but not suitable for LEDs used in red light therapy.

While you may not notice the flickering right away, over time it can cause biological stress to your body systems. You may experience headaches and eye strain.

We are proud to say that Nuvibody devices are completely flicker-free, meaning you get a device with LEDs that provide safe treatment, powerful therapeutic benefits, and comfort.

The size of the lamp you need depends on the treatment area that suits your goals with red light therapy. It is very important to choose a lamp of the right size because the intensity of a lamp decreases the further away you are from it. You will treat a larger area but this has much less therapeutic effect.

If you want to treat a localized area, such as your face, neck, scalp, a pulled muscle or a sore knee, a small red light panel may be ideal. Larger lights are more effective for treating widespread conditions and for treating the entire body.

One of the most important considerations is the treatment area. While you can use a small red light device to treat larger areas of the body, this can result in lengthy therapy sessions. In order to effectively reach all the areas you want to treat, you may have to reposition the device several times.

1. A reliable brand with good reviews
Choose a lamp from a trusted brand with a good reputation. Read online reviews from other users to see what their experiences are with the brand and the specific device you are considering. Look for brands that have good customer service.

2. Proper safety certification
Make sure the lamp you buy is CE approved in Europe or FDA approved if you are buying a lamp in America. We strongly advise you to avoid red light therapy lamps that are not.

3. Ease of use
Choose a lamp that is easy to use. Look for features such as timers, which automatically switch off the device after the treatment time, and hanging options, so that you can easily position the device. Our devices come with extra accessories, such as a hanging system and eye protection.

4. The warranty period
A good warranty period gives you certainty about the quality of the device. Where most providers have a 1 to 2 year warranty, Nuvibody offers a 3 year warranty on all its devices.

Choosing the right red light therapy lamp can be challenging, but at Nuvibody, we make it easy. Ranging from the Nuvibody Core 300 for targeted treatments to the powerful Nuvibody Core 1500 for full-body treatments, our lamps are designed with your convenience and effectiveness in mind. Each model meets strict quality standards, with the right power density, minimal flicker, and optimal wavelengths for maximum therapeutic benefits.

Avoid the risk of inferior devices. Choose Nuvibody for reliable, efficient red light therapy that makes a real difference to your health and well-being.