Facial Add-On Treatment

Red Light / LED Therapy in Chicago

Your skin’s personal trainer — helping cells perform better, recover faster, and look healthier.

$50

Per Session

15

Minutes

Zero

Downtime

What Is Red Light Therapy

Light That Works at the Cellular Level

At YA Skin Studio, we believe every facial should do more than refresh your skin — it should transform it. Red Light Therapy is the perfect add-on to any of our facials, peels, or skin-revitalizing services.

This gentle, non-invasive therapy uses advanced LED light to stimulate collagen, reduce inflammation, and speed up cellular repair — giving your skin that deep, healthy glow that lasts beyond your appointment.

Think of red light as your skin’s personal trainer. When combined with a customized facial, it helps your cells perform better, recover faster, and maintain the results of your treatment for longer.

Understanding LED Wavelengths

Red Light vs. Blue Light — Which Do You Need?

Our Chicago studio uses medical-grade LED panels tailored to your skin’s unique needs. Your esthetician selects the right wavelength based on your skin’s current condition and treatment goals.

630–700nm Wavelength

Red Light

Penetrates deeper into the dermis to stimulate collagen production, reduce fine lines, and accelerate cellular regeneration. The go-to wavelength for anti-aging, recovery, and skin health maintenance.

  • Fine lines and early signs of aging
  • Post-treatment recovery and redness
  • Dull, tired-looking complexion
  • Post-microneedling or peel recovery
  • General skin health and radiance

415–445nm Wavelength

Blue Light

Targets the bacteria (P. acnes) responsible for breakouts without harsh chemicals or irritation. Blue light reduces active acne, calms inflammation, and helps prevent future congestion.

  • Active acne and breakouts
  • Oily and congested skin
  • Post-extraction inflammation
  • Acne-prone skin maintenance

Not sure which wavelength is right for you? Your esthetician determines the best option during your appointment based on your skin’s current condition. No guesswork required.

Treatments & Pricing

Red Light / LED Therapy

Available as a standalone add-on to any facial, or included within the HydraDerm Elite experience.

Standalone Add-On

Red Light / LED Therapy

Medical-grade LED light therapy using red or blue wavelengths — selected by your esthetician based on your skin’s current needs. Can be added to any facial service at YA Skin Studio, from our Signature Facial and HydraDerm to microneedling and chemical peel appointments.

$50

15 Min

Add to any existing facial booking. Let your esthetician know when scheduling.

Included In

HydraDerm Facial Elite

LED light therapy is included as part of the HydraDerm Facial Elite tier — our most comprehensive vortex hydration experience. If you are booking the Elite tier, LED therapy is already built into your treatment at no additional cost.

$299

75 Min · Includes LED

LED included in Elite tier. Delux and Mini tiers can add LED at the standard $50 rate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Red Light Therapy?

Red Light Therapy uses specific wavelengths of light — primarily red and near-infrared — to stimulate cellular repair, boost collagen production, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation. It is completely non-invasive, painless, and requires zero downtime.

Red light stimulates collagen and elastin production, calms redness and irritation after extractions or exfoliation, speeds healing for acne-prone and sensitive skin, enhances product absorption, and improves overall skin tone and radiance. Most clients notice improved tone, reduced redness, and a soft, radiant complexion after just one session.

Red light targets collagen stimulation, anti-aging, and cellular repair — ideal for fine lines, dullness, or post-treatment recovery. Blue light targets acne-causing bacteria (P. acnes) and reduces active breakouts. Your esthetician selects the wavelength based on your skin’s current condition at your appointment.
Red Light / LED Therapy is $50 for a 15-minute session, available as an add-on to any facial service. It is already included in the HydraDerm Facial Elite tier ($299). The Delux and Mini HydraDerm tiers can add LED at the standard $50 rate.
No. Red Light Therapy is completely painless. You will feel a gentle warmth from the LED panel. There is no discomfort, no downtime, and no recovery period. Most clients find it deeply relaxing — many fall asleep during the session.
For best results, LED therapy works best when added to your regular facial schedule — typically every 4 to 6 weeks. Some clients add it to every facial appointment as a consistent collagen-boosting step. Your esthetician will recommend the right frequency based on your skin goals and the treatments you are already receiving.
Yes, and it is highly recommended. LED therapy pairs especially well with microneedling (to accelerate post-treatment healing), HydraDerm Facial, chemical peels, and any corrective facial. Adding LED after a treatment amplifies collagen stimulation and speeds recovery. It is one of the highest-return add-ons we offer.

Red Light Therapy is safe for virtually all skin types and tones. It is particularly beneficial for clients dealing with fine lines, redness, post-inflammatory sensitivity, acne-prone skin, or dull complexions. Because it requires no recovery time and carries no risk of irritation, it is one of the few treatments with no meaningful exclusions.

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