— Guide
How to use the panel
Three variables decide the outcome: distance, time and frequency. Nothing more — but nothing less.
The base protocol
- • Distance: 30–60 cm from the body.
- • Time: 5–10 minutes per area.
- • Frequency: ideally twice a day, at minimum 3–5× a week.
- • Dose: following the above, the body receives roughly 20–60 J/cm².
- • Bare skin: light does not pass through clothing.
Protocols by goal
| Goal | Dose J/cm² | Distance | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skin, collagen, wrinkles | 3–10 | 30 cm | 3–5× a week |
| Healing and skin inflammation | 4–12 | 30 cm | daily for 2–4 weeks |
| Muscle recovery after exercise | 20–60 | 30 cm | after training, 3–6× a week |
| Muscle priming before performance | 20–60 | 30 cm | before training |
| Joints and deep tissue | 30–80 | 15 cm | 5× a week |
| Full-body maintenance and energy | 10–40 | 50 cm | 3–5× a week |
For the exact time for your panel model and chosen distance, use the dosing calculator.
When to use the panel
- • Morning: supports alertness and the circadian rhythm.
- • After training: within 1–2 hours, on the muscle groups you loaded.
- • Evening: red light doesn't suppress melatonin the way blue light does — using it before bed is fine.
The most common mistakes
- • Overexposure. A longer session doesn't give a better result — the dose response is biphasic.
- • Irregularity. One long weekly session doesn't replace short daily ones.
- • Too much distance. Beyond 60 cm the irradiance drops so far that the time needed for a given dose grows out of proportion.
- • Expecting results in a week. For skin and collagen, changes typically show after 8–12 weeks.
Safety
Don't look straight into the diodes; use eye protection when treating the face. Consult a doctor if you're pregnant, have a cancer diagnosis, photosensitivity, or take photosensitising medication. This guide is educational and does not replace medical care.