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Lasers Surg Med February 2008 PMID 18306161

LED photoprevention: reduced MED response following multiple LED exposures.

Daniel Barolet, Annie Boucher

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The discussions demonstrate a positive reception, highlighting words like 'protection', 'resistance', and ' SPF-15-like effects', which convey optimism about the research's implications. Users exchange examples from experiments and mention specific LED devices, indicating active curiosity and recognition of the potential impact of LED photoprevention.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the findings, emphasizing the protective effects of red light and LED treatments against UV damage, often citing specific results like SPF-like effects and resistance induction.

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Posts show high curiosity about the research, with many referencing the potential implications for skin protection and mentioning experiments and devices, indicating active engagement.

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Several social discussions delve into details, sharing experiences, related products, and questions about the mechanisms or devices used, reflecting moderate engagement depth.

ImpactModerate impact

Overall, users recognize the potential significance of the findings, suggesting it could influence future sun protection strategies and public awareness, though some emphasize small sample sizes.

Abstract in brief

  • LED photoprevention using 660 nm LEDs prior to UV exposure can significantly reduce skin erythema and provide a protective effect similar to SPF 15 without some limitations of traditional sunscreens.
  • The study found that a majority of subjects, including those with photosensitive conditions like polymorphous light eruption, experienced reduced UVB-induced skin damage after LED treatment, with a dose-dependent response observed.
  • This approach suggests that LED therapy may induce a natural skin resistance to UV damage through specific cell signaling pathways, offering a promising alternative or supplement to conventional sun protection methods.
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"The induction of cellular resistance to UV insults may possibly be explained by the induction of a state a natural resistance to the skin via specific cell signaling pathways and without the drawbacks and limitations of traditional sunscreens." https://t.co/ys23udsUG5

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@mmhmtvc123 @DaanJuize @dieselclipz @sol_dept How often do you see the sunrise? 660nm red light (sunrise has a lot of this) has shown to have SPF15-like effects to prevent sunburns https://t.co/fe2CfPI5HB

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Sammy
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@d1g1tal_n0m4d @mattizzo Morning exposure to sun (or in this study, red light) before afternoon sun exposure reduced skin redness/burns a lot. Equivalent to SPF15 in ways. https://t.co/7jHVufhB1M

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Jaime Raúl Molina
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@marinagamba1909 Thank you. I had that one. But I looked closer into the image you shared. Here is the paper for that one: https://t.co/7dsdqSBK9E

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