February 2014 PMID 24286286

A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment in patient satisfaction, reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, skin roughness, and intradermal collagen density increase.

Alexander Wunsch, Karsten Matuschka

Mentions

243
Peak: 25 in Sep 2025
across 5 sources since Feb 2019

Extended reach

650,153
potential audience

Total likes

6,584

Video views

258,317

Mentions per month

Feb 2019 – Sep 2025

Where it's discussed

  • News167 articles
  • X / Twitter45 posts
  • Facebook18 posts
  • YouTube9 videos
  • Blogs4 articles

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Several posts highlight the study's significance, such as calling it an 'awesome study on benefits of photobiomodulation,' and some discuss the need for cautious interpretation, reflecting a balanced engagement tone. The words used, like 'merits consideration' and references to specific treatments, show a thoughtful approach that balances interest with critical evaluation.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings or mention its relevance, with some expressing cautious optimism about light therapy's effectiveness.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, discussing the study’s details, practical implications, and the potential benefits for skin treatment.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discussions go beyond surface-level, with some posts referencing the methodologies, citing specific research, and debating the reliability and significance of the results.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations indicate a moderate potential impact on perceptions of light therapy, with users considering the study as a noteworthy contribution to the ongoing discussion about skin treatments.

Abstract in brief

  • This study tested whether red and near-infrared light treatments, using broad-spectrum "polychromatic" light sources, are safe and effective for improving skin appearance, including reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and roughness, and increasing collagen density.
  • 136 volunteers participated, with several groups receiving different wavelengths of light twice a week, and improvements were measured through various methods like clinical photography, skin measurements, and patient feedback, showing significant skin benefits in the treated groups.
  • The results indicated that broadband polychromatic light therapy effectively improved skin quality, but it did not show any advantage over traditional red light therapy alone.

Top posts

Most liked on X and Bluesky
( Parody ) John Denver ✌️
@JohnDParody · X

"No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment in patient satisfaction, reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, skin roughness, and intradermal collagen https://t.co/g8vGwHNlEj

Sep 29, 2025 · 160 likes · 19 shares · 74,909 followers View post →
( Parody ) John Denver ✌️
@JohnDParody · X

@CultivateElevat - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment in patient satisfaction, reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, skin roughness, and intradermal collagen density increase. Photomed Laser Surg, 32(2):93-100. No

Sep 29, 2025 · 38 likes · 3 shares · 74,909 followers View post →
Mg2+ Papi, the BowTied Mg2+
@Grimhood · X

A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction, Reduction of Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Skin Roughness, and Intradermal Collagen Density Increase https://t.co/shOH9aFccQ Aside from consistently repleting nutrient

Sep 4, 2023 · 23 likes · 3 shares · 133,967 followers View post →
Mike Lustgarten, PhD
@mike_lustgarten · X

A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment in patient satisfaction, of fine lines, wrinkles, skin roughness, and intradermal collagen density increase https://t.co/GOZAhLL2Ok

Oct 1, 2024 · 10 likes · 9,722 followers View post →
Leland Stillman, MD
@StillmanMD · X

Red light phototherapy and NIR light can increase skin collagen. https://t.co/mujnZC9npO

Aug 22, 2019 · 9 likes · 1 share · 24,213 followers View post →
Medi Spa La Bella
@MediSpa_LaBella · X

Read the below study to know more about a Controlled Trial used to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction. #MediSpaLaBella #LaBella #SkinTreatment #Beauty #SkinCare #SkinTherapy https://t.co/zfxIrwkCYN

Jul 8, 2020 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 1,948 followers View post →

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Evaluating the Efficacy of Red Light Therapy

This video explores whether red light therapy truly works as a treatment method. We examine its noninvasive nature and discuss research findings on its potential effects on skin conditions, healing processes, and…

GiveMeTruth · Dec 31, 2022 492 views
KING JQN
@SpackRep06 · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 30, 2025 · 19 shares · 4,728 followers View post →
Janette Valenti
@JanetteVal27013 · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 30, 2025 · 19 shares · 1,172 followers View post →
xobx
@Wreatchxxx · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 30, 2025 · 19 shares · 811 followers View post →
Tankstir
@tankstir · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 30, 2025 · 19 shares · 2,703 followers View post →
Britt Woo
@BrittWoo10782 · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 30, 2025 · 19 shares · 2,819 followers View post →
Stormy Weather ⚡️⚡️
@Yooperfun · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 30, 2025 · 19 shares · 1,746 followers View post →
Didifeihu
@flyingchinaman · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 30, 2025 · 19 shares · 269 followers View post →
TeresaENRG
@michabird67 · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 2,582 followers View post →
Debbie
@saraandsage · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 3,999 followers View post →
Spaulding Showalter
@S18478Showalter · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 1,972 followers View post →
paradelady19
@paradelady19 · X

RT @JohnDParody: @CultivateElevat - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared li…

Sep 29, 2025 · 3 shares · 1,128 followers View post →
Nathalie ✝️
@humbledisiple · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 2,566 followers View post →
Beverly Bonnie
@Beverlymaga · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 884 followers View post →
GrdnVarietyAnon
@GrdnVarietyAnon · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 1,342 followers View post →
Chilly Bunny
@1_chillybunny · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 3,548 followers View post →
Jimmy
@JamesHi29584097 · X

RT @JohnDParody: @CultivateElevat - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared li…

Sep 29, 2025 · 3 shares · 872 followers View post →
Sunflowern2sons
@KimRobinso22899 · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 62 followers View post →
Jamie
@JamieWV1111 · X

RT @JohnDParody: @CultivateElevat - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared li…

Sep 29, 2025 · 3 shares · 995 followers View post →
Nicole S
@NSunderarockNJ · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 4,525 followers View post →
Vol gurL
@VolgurL1717 · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 1,684 followers View post →
@Mafia77TheBigBoss
@Mafia77BigBoss · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 771 followers View post →
Chris
@Chris037881762 · X

RT @JohnDParody: "No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the…

Sep 29, 2025 · 19 shares · 1,411 followers View post →
( Parody ) John Denver ✌️
@JohnDParody · X

@CultivateElevat - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment in patient satisfaction, reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, skin roughness, and intradermal collagen density increase. Photomed Laser Surg, 32(2):93-100. No

Sep 29, 2025 · 38 likes · 3 shares · 74,909 followers View post →
( Parody ) John Denver ✌️
@JohnDParody · X

"No studies show they're good"... Counter-argument: - Wunsch A, Matuschka K. (2014). A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment in patient satisfaction, reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, skin roughness, and intradermal collagen https://t.co/g8vGwHNlEj

Sep 29, 2025 · 160 likes · 19 shares · 74,909 followers View post →
Tectonique des mers 2.00000001
@TecktonikDesMer · X

@Xilaf_ Il semble avoir des études qui semble favorable avec l'efficacité de la lumière rouge avec le collagène mais on doit rester prudent et avoir plus de recherche comme une méta-analyse https://t.co/11N6IBE3mI https://t.co/lIgTmYz9vc https://t.co/BKKGDVvg5u https://t.co/UaAnZIQMjs

Apr 10, 2025 · 1 like · 170 followers View post →
José Luis Lugo
@JosLuisLugo17 · X

https://t.co/ajAjELYpUb

Feb 19, 2025 · 312 followers View post →
Mike Lustgarten, PhD
@mike_lustgarten · X

A controlled trial to determine the efficacy of red and near-infrared light treatment in patient satisfaction, of fine lines, wrinkles, skin roughness, and intradermal collagen density increase https://t.co/GOZAhLL2Ok

Oct 1, 2024 · 10 likes · 9,722 followers View post →
Adi
@Adrian06661136 · X

RT @Grimhood: A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction, Reduction of F…

Sep 5, 2023 · 3 shares · 487 followers View post →
mawas
@BowTiedMawas · X

RT @Grimhood: A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction, Reduction of F…

Sep 4, 2023 · 3 shares · 218 followers View post →
Mg2+ Papi, the BowTied Mg2+
@Grimhood · X

A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction, Reduction of Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Skin Roughness, and Intradermal Collagen Density Increase https://t.co/shOH9aFccQ Aside from consistently repleting nutrient

Sep 4, 2023 · 23 likes · 3 shares · 133,967 followers View post →
The Walker Lane
@TheWalkerLane · X

@jonathanstea https://t.co/9hw3T7bTYK

Jul 2, 2023 · 202 followers View post →
ENDALA klinika zdraví
@endalaclinic · X

A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction, Reduction of Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Skin Roughness, and Intradermal Collagen Density Increase - PMC https://t.co/fEyCiqPBvs

Nov 2, 2022 · 253 followers View post →
Immanuel Chavoya
@FullM3talPacket · X

@ErrataRob I can see your point. It's very daunting to find science behind pseudo science for marketing. But would you agree this research merits consideration (though they state it cannot be blind due to the nature of light) https://t.co/x30ivmxV59

Sep 28, 2022 · 1,312 followers View post →
Immanuel Chavoya
@FullM3talPacket · X

@ErrataRob Would you consider this valid in your defined scope of acceptable research? https://t.co/x30ivmxV59

Sep 28, 2022 · 1,312 followers View post →
Doctor Anne
@doctoranne_ · X

Are there benefits of LED therapy for acne and anti aging? | Ask Doctor Anne https://t.co/VTe3XzvSDe via @YouTube

Jun 12, 2022 · 496 followers View post →
Kevin Kunz
@footreflexology · X

A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction,… https://t.co/9lsjFyqdXi

Apr 25, 2022 · 1 like · 2,248 followers View post →
ENDALA klinika zdraví
@endalaclinic · X

A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction, Reduction of Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Skin Roughness, and Intradermal Collagen Density Increase https://t.co/fEyCiqPBvs

Jan 9, 2022 · 253 followers View post →
Orlando_uy
@Orlando_uy · X

A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction, Reduction of Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Skin Roughness, and Intradermal Collagen Density Increase. https://t.co/HUXO36vhnp

Dec 18, 2021 · 692 followers View post →
WoodsLifestylefitness
@WoodsLifestyle1 · X

A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction, Reduction of Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Skin Roughness, and Intradermal Collagen Density Increase https://t.co/Q1gHnTXQSr

Jul 5, 2021 · 13 followers View post →
ENDALA klinika zdraví
@endalaclinic · X

A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction, Reduction of Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Skin Roughness, and Intradermal Collagen Density Increase https://t.co/fEyCiqy06S

Apr 27, 2021 · 253 followers View post →
Dr. Lane O’Dea
@DrLane_ODea · X

Awesome study on benefits of photobiomodulation

Nov 16, 2020 · 3 followers View post →
Medi Spa La Bella
@MediSpa_LaBella · X

Read the below study to know more about a Controlled Trial used to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction. #MediSpaLaBella #LaBella #SkinTreatment #Beauty #SkinCare #SkinTherapy https://t.co/zfxIrwkCYN

Jul 8, 2020 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 1,948 followers View post →
Jim Laird
@jimlaird44 · X

RT @StillmanMD: Red light phototherapy and NIR light can increase skin collagen. https://t.co/mujnZC9npO

Aug 22, 2019 · 1 share · 3,083 followers View post →
Leland Stillman, MD
@StillmanMD · X

Red light phototherapy and NIR light can increase skin collagen. https://t.co/mujnZC9npO

Aug 22, 2019 · 9 likes · 1 share · 24,213 followers View post →
Dr. Hisham Abdalla
@Dr_Hisham_ · X

A Controlled Trial to Determine the Efficacy of Red and Near-Infrared Light Treatment in Patient Satisfaction, Reduction of Fine Lines, Wrinkles, Skin Roughness, and Intradermal Collagen Density Increase https://t.co/su4RpinBOA

Feb 14, 2019 · 17,465 followers View post →