Beyond Red Light: The Unsung Heroes of LED Therapy for Sensitive & Reactive Skin

 

Written by an independent, certified dermatologist

 

When it comes to LED light therapy, red and near-infrared tend to get all the attention - and for good reason. They're brilliant for stimulating collagen, firming skin, and softening fine lines.

But if your skin struggles with rosacea, acne, itchiness, eczema, or pigmentation - there are other LED wavelengths you need to know about.

At Acid Eclipse, we designed the DermaGlow V2 to do more than just fight wrinkles. With 168 medical-grade LEDs and 9 targeted wavelengths, it helps support a wide range of mature skin concerns - especially those caused or worsened by hormonal changes, sensitivity, or inflammation.

Today, we’re shining a light (literally) on four of the most under-appreciated LED settings - and why they might just be the game-changer your skin has been waiting for.

💚 Green Light (525nm): Calm Redness & Fade Pigmentation

Green light works on a cellular level to calm overactive blood vessels and bring down redness - which is especially helpful for rosacea-prone skin.

It also helps break up clusters of excess melanin, making it ideal for treating:

• Redness or flushing
• Rosacea flare-ups
• Sun damage
• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation

💡 Bonus: Green light can also improve overall skin tone by reducing visible capillaries and discoloration.

Best for: Rosacea, redness, uneven tone, age spots, melasma

💙 Blue Light (415nm): Clarify & Decongest

If you’re still dealing with breakouts or congestion (yes, even post-40), blue light can help. It works by targeting the acne-causing bacteria (P. acnes) that live beneath the skin and trigger inflammation.

Regular blue light sessions help keep pores clear and reduce the frequency of breakouts - without irritation.

It’s also helpful for:

• Hormonal acne
• Occasional blemishes
• Congested T-zone
• Oily skin patches

💡 Tip: Blue light in the DermaGlow V2 is paired with purple and cyan modes to give added benefits, like calming skin and improving texture.

Best for: Acne, blackheads, oily skin, breakouts

💛 Yellow Light (590nm): Soothe Itchy, Sensitive, or Stressed Skin

Often described as the most relaxing LED wavelength, yellow light is a favourite for sensitive, dry, or easily irritated skin. It penetrates more shallowly than red or blue but is deeply calming.

It supports lymphatic function and helps the skin retain moisture - making it a great choice for:

• Dryness
• Flaking
• Itchiness or tightness
• Post-sun exposure
• Skin stress or fatigue

💡 Fun fact: Our founder uses this setting every night - especially during flare-ups of irritation.

Best for: Dryness, itchiness, sensitivity, stressed skin

🤍 White Light (600nm): Regenerate & Strengthen the Skin Barrier

White light (sometimes called broad-spectrum) penetrates to the deeper dermal layers and promotes total skin regeneration. It's especially helpful for those managing eczema, rosacea, and barrier damage.

It helps:

• Speed up skin healing
• Improve texture and smoothness
• Reduce chronic inflammation
• Support long-term skin health

White light is often used in clinical settings to strengthen weakened skin and reduce the appearance of stubborn, recurring skin issues.

💡 Pro tip: Alternate white light with green for rosacea, or white and yellow for dry, flaking skin.

Best for: Eczema, barrier repair, rough texture, long-term inflammation

Which Light Should You Use?

With the DermaGlow V2, you don’t have to choose just one. Each mode can be used as part of a rotation, depending on how your skin feels that day.

Try this simple rotation to support sensitive, menopausal, or reactive skin:

Final Thoughts:

As we age - and especially through perimenopause and menopause - skin becomes more reactive, more unpredictable, and more prone to flare-ups.

LED therapy isn’t just about anti-ageing.
It’s about bringing skin back into balance.

The DermaGlow V2 Mask was designed to offer advanced, professional-grade light therapy for every skin type - not just wrinkle-prone skin, but sensitive, stressed, rosacea-prone, or acne-prone skin too.

✨ 504 LEDs, 9 wavelengths, and visible results in just 5 minutes a day.

Ready to try it for yourself?