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Get the most out of your LUMEBOX®
Hi Friends!
Welcome to the LUMEBOX fam! We are so excited you are here.
Your LUMEBOX is versatile, powerful, and can be used for so many things, from skin rejuvenation to reducing soreness and inflammation.
Many of you might be new to red light therapy, so we’ve provided this guide to help you get the most out of it.
First of all, here is a 59 second video on how to set up your LUMEBOX and get started.
Hi Friends!
Welcome to the LUMEBOX fam! We are so excited you are here.
Your LUMEBOX is versatile, powerful, and can be used for so many things, from skin rejuvenation to reducing soreness and inflammation.
Many of you might be new to red light therapy, so we’ve provided this guide to help you get the most out of it.
First of all, here is a 59 second video on how to set up your LUMEBOX and get started.
Now it’s time to explore all the benefits!
If you are new to Red Light Therapy (RLT), please watch this video below in which Dr. Viv goes through some fundamental principles of RLT, including how to determine the length of application, which mode (NIR/Red) to use, distance from your body and more.
Let’s Get Started
There are so many ways that Lumebox® can be used, but here are the top ways that Dr. Viv uses hers.
Please note that everyone is different, so this is just for information only, not medical advice, and what works for Dr.Viv may not apply to you – we all need different amounts of light. Just like there’s no blanket ‘correct’ vitamin D supplement dosage for everyone, the same goes for Red Light Therapy.
Experiment, and if you have health issues or take medications, we suggest you work with your healthcare provider and experiment to find your ideal ‘doses’.
Let’s Get Started
There are so many ways that Lumebox® can be used, but here are the top ways that Dr. Viv uses hers.
Please note that everyone is different, so this is just for information only, not medical advice, and what works for Dr.Viv may not apply to you – we all need different amounts of light. Just like there’s no blanket ‘correct’ vitamin D supplement dosage for everyone, the same goes for Red Light Therapy.
Experiment, and if you have health issues or take medications, we suggest you work with your healthcare provider and experiment to find your ideal ‘doses’.
How Dr. Viv uses her LUMEBOX
I use my LUMEBOX multiple times a day. I usually start my mornings with a 5 minute meditation or breathwork session in front of my LUMEBOX – this helps to boost my mood and get me set up for the day ahead. I use it during the day if I experience soreness from workouts, need help with cuts/scrapes, and I always end the day with LUMEBOX in NIR mode at the back of my neck while I do a quick gratitude meditation – this help me relax and sleep soundly.
I can’t wait to see how you use your LUMEBOX, be sure to tag us @lumeboxpro on Instagram!
What to Expect with LUMEBOX:
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Skin Health
Red light therapy has transformed my skin. I have fewer breakouts, smoother, plumper skin with less wrinkles. Studies suggest the ideal energy dosage for skin is 3-10J/cm2, which can be achieved by how I use it below. Don’t over do it with skin – going over 10 minutes, or having it too close to your skin (closer than 5 inches away) is probably not ideal for skin rejuvenation.
I usually clean my face first, apply skincare products (vitamin C serum, hyaluronic acid, and facial oil), and then use my LUMEBOX. I apply sunscreen after LUMEBOX, and avoid using retinol based products at the same time as using red light therapy. If you use retinol, you can use it away from LUMEBOX (i.e. LUMEBOX in the morning, retinol at night), or on days when you don’t do LUMEBOX.
How I use it:
Time of day: First thing in the morning
Mode: Combined NIR + Red
Length of treatment: 5 minutes
Distance: 6 inches away from face/décolletage
Frequency: every other day, or once a day, but giving 2 days of break per week.
Time it usually takes to see a difference: Around 5-6 weeks of consistent use.
Pain and Inflammation
If I have any joint or soft tissue soreness, I reach immediately for my LUMEBOX. If I’ve had an acute injury, I like to alternate LUMEBOX with an ice pack i.e. 1 full 12 minute cycle of LUMEBOX, followed by an ice pack on the sore area.
How I use it:
Time of day: any
Mode: NIR
Length of treatment: 1 full cycle
Distance: as close to the skin as possible
Frequency: as needed but no more than 3 times a day in the same spot I let LUMEBOX run a full cycle in NIR mode, and then put an ice pack on the area right away for 10 minutes. Repeat if necessary.
Relaxation and Sleep
For a lot of people, red light therapy has a calming, relaxing effect as red light is naturally predominant in our environment at sunset, and may be nature’s way to prepare us for sleep.
I find red light therapy at the back of my neck very relaxing, and entices me to sleep better. However, for some people, RLT can be energizing, so if that’s what you find is the case for you, skip the applications at night.
How I use it:
Time of day: 1-1.5 hours before bedtime.
Mode: NIR
Length of treatment: 6-12 minutes
Distance: Over the forehead or back of neck, close to skin
Frequency: every day or every other day.
Time it usually takes to see a difference: Right away for Dr. Viv
Tissue Recovery
Whether it’s overtraining in the gym, too many Zoom calls, or a graze/cut on her arm, Dr. Viv uses her Lumebox® to ease soft tissue, reduce inflammation and aid recovery.
How I use it:
Time of day: any
Mode: NIR only if deep, or combined NIR+Red if superficial
Length of treatment: 12 minutes (sometimes she repeats this, but as mentioned in the video linked above, everyone responds to light differently, so adjust accordingly for yourself)
Distance: Close to the skin
Frequency: as needed, 1-2 cycles a day to the area.
Troubleshooting Guide
Have a question regarding your Lumebox? Watch our troubleshooting guide that answers some frequently asked questions.
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