Blue light is the new way to treat mild to moderate psoriasis.
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Light is electromagnetic radiation that is visible to the human eye. The radiation has different wavelengths and each wavelength is seen as a different color. Short wavelengths are seen as blue light (~430–500 nanometers), middle wavelengths as green (~520–565 nanometers) and long wavelengths as red (~625–740 nanometers).
Light affects a person’s hormone balance, immune system and metabolism. But not all light is the same. Depending on the wavelength, concentration and intensity, light can brighten up a room, emit pleasant warmth or even help to destroy cancer cells. Blue light is free of ultraviolet (UV) radiation and – in the form used in Philips BlueControl – is not toxic to the skin.
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are a highly energy-efficient light source. They have been used in household and vehicle lighting for decades. Now the blue LED light is providing an effective and milld new psoriasis treatment.
When blue light illuminates the skin, it stimulates a variety of natural processes. In the case of psoriasis treatment, blue light suppresses the activation of certain immune cells, the dendritic cells, which reduces inflammation of the skin and alleviates plaque symptoms. The natural blue light psoriasis treatment also helps to reduce the accelerated production of skin cells, which is associated with psoriasis.
A new psoriasis treatment that is effective and fits my life
I’m so glad I found this natural psoriasis treatment! It induces natural processes in the skin, so I don’t have to use chemicals every day. Best of all, I don’t need to compromise on efficacy."
It’s such a clean treatment – no grease, no mess and very mild. You don’t have the risk you normally get with UV phototherapy. It puts me in control!"
After four weeks, I was able to feel and see a real difference."
1. Weinstabl A et al. Prospective randomized study on the efficacy of blue light in the treatment of psoriasis vulgaris. Dermatology. 2011; 223(3): 251-9. 2. Pfaff S et al. Prospective Randomized Long-Term Study on the Efficacy and Safety of UV-Free Blue Light for Treating Mild Psoriasis Vulgaris. Dermatology. 2015; 231: 24
Philips BlueControl is a Medical device class IIa (CE0344 certified, not FDA cleared) for the treatment of mild to moderate psoriasis vulgaris. Before altering or stopping any prescribed medication or using the device, patients should consult with their physician and carefully read the instructions for use. April 2017.
*20p per day treatment cost, is based on treatment being taken every day for the lifetime of the Philips BlueControl device (approximately 5 years).
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