Red light therapy has become one of the fastest-growing wellness treatments in recent years.
Once mainly found in specialist clinics, it’s now being used by everyone from professional athletes and skincare enthusiasts to people looking for support with recovery, aches and pains or simply wanting to invest in their long-term wellbeing.
But as its popularity has grown, so has the confusion.
What is red light therapy? Does it work? And why does the type of equipment being used matter?
Let’s take a closer look.
What Is Red Light Therapy?
Red light therapy, also known as photobiomodulation (PBM), uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to interact with your body’s cells.
Unlike UV light, which can damage the skin, these wavelengths are carefully selected because they can penetrate beneath the skin’s surface without causing harm.
At a cellular level, the light is absorbed by your cells, encouraging them to product more energy. Scientists believe this increase in cellular energy helps support the body’s natural repair processes, which may explain the wide range of benefits being explored in research today.
It’s a simple concept, but one backed by a growing body of clinical evidence.
What Does the Research Say?
One of the reasons we were excited to introduce red light therapy at HybO2 House is because the research into this continues to grow.
A 2025 consensus statement from the American Academy of Dermatology concluded that photobiomodulation is a safe treatment option for adults, with growing evidence supporting its use across skin health, inflammation and pain management.
Skin health is one of the areas where the research has been particularly encouraging.
A 2023 clinical trial reported a 38% reduction in wrinkles, a 48% increase in dermal density and a 24% improvement in skin firmness after 12 weeks of twice-weekly red light sessions.
Research has also shown promising results for muscle recovery and inflammation, with studies suggesting red light therapy may help reduce muscle soreness, support recovery after exercise and encourage healthy inflammatory responses.
While research is still evolving, the evidence continues to point towards red light therapy being a valuable way to support the body’s natural repair processes.
Why We Chose This Red Light Therapy Bed
When we decided to introduce red light therapy at HybO2 House, we knew we wanted to create something that genuinely stood apart.
That’s why we designed our full-body red light therapy experience by installing one of the most advanced beds available.
Rather than treating one area of the body at a time, our bed surrounds you with 41,600 LED lights, delivering even coverage from head to toe.
Just as importantly, the settings can be tailored to create a bespoke experience to help you achieve your goals.
Whether you’re looking to support healthier-looking skin, aid muscle recovery, ease everyday aches and pains, increase energy and improve your sleep, or simply invest in your overall wellbeing, we can adjust the programme to create a more personalised experience.
As far as we’re aware, it’s the only bed of its kind in Hampshire and the surrounding area, and that’s something we’re incredibly proud of.
What Can Red Light Therapy Help Support?
One of the things we love about red light therapy is that no two clients come to us for exactly the same reason.
Some are preparing for a sporting event or recovering from intense training.
Others are focused on healthier-looking skin, while many simply want to support their overall wellbeing as part of a proactive health routine.
People commonly choose red light therapy to increase energy production at a cellular level, but it can also support:
- Healthier-looking skin and improved skin tone
- The appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Muscle recovery after exercise
- Joint comfort and mobility
- Everyday aches and pains
- Healthy inflammatory responses
- General wellbeing and longevity
As with any wellness therapy, individual experiences vary, which is why every journey at HybO2 House starts with a consultation with our expert team and an understanding of what you’re hoping to achieve.
Why We Combine Red Light Therapy with HBOT
One of the things you’ll notice about HybO2 House is that we don’t believe in a one-size-fits all approach.
While red light therapy is available as a standalone treatment, many clients choose to combine it with hyperbaric oxygen therapy as part of their wellbeing or recovery plan.
These therapies work in different ways. Red light therapy supports cellular energy production, while hyperbaric oxygen therapy increases the amount of oxygen available through the body. During HBOT, the increased pressure allows oxygen to be transported in more than one way. As well as being carried by your red blood cells, much more oxygen is carried within your blood plasma, increasing the amount available to your body’s tissues.
Because they work through different biological pathways, they complement one another extremely well.
As research into both therapies continues to evolve, so does our approach.
Depending on your individual goals, we may recommend red light therapy before or after your HBOT session. Current clinical thinking suggests the most appropriate sequence can vary depending on what you’re hoping to achieve, which is why every recommendation is tailored to the individual rather than following a fixed protocol.
The same personalised approach applies to the red light bed itself. Our bed doesn’t simply deliver one standard treatment. With adaptable pulse settings and multiple frequencies, we can tailor every session to support your individual goals, whether that’s skin health, recovery, performance, inflammation or overall wellbeing.
No two clients are the same, so no two treatment plans should be either.
Our commitment is to stay at the forefront of emerging research and continually review our clinics protocols, ensuring every client benefits from the latest thinking alongside a treatment plan that’s built around them.
Is Red Light Therapy Right for You?
Red light therapy is suitable for a wide range of people, whether you’re looking to support your skin, recover after exercise, increase energy, manage everyday aches and pains or take a more proactive approach to your long-term wellbeing.
It’s completely non-invasive, requires no downtime and most people find it a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Many use it as a time to have a 20-minute power nap!
If you’re unsure where to start, that’s exactly what we’re here for.
Every client begins with a consultation so we can understand your goals, answer your questions and recommend the approach that’s right for you. That might mean red light therapy before your HBOT session, after, or even on its own.
Sessions are available in 10- or 20-minute appointments, with prices starting from just £2 per minute.
If you’re new to red light therapy, ask us about our Signature Experience, where red light and hyperbaric oxygen therapy are combined in a personalised protocol designed around your individual goals.
We’d love to welcome you to HybO2 House and help you discover how red light therapy could become part of your own wellbeing journey.
Call 01962 862 111