Phenomena and Processes

Red Light

That portion of the electromagnetic spectrum with wavelengths between 620 to 750 nm. Red light is used therapeutically to improve the appearance of SKIN by reducing wrinkles, scars, redness, and ACNE. It is often used in conjunction with PHOTOSENSITIZING AGENTS for PHOTOCHEMOTHERAPY.

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Abstract

That portion of the electromagnetic spectrum with wavelengths between 620 to 750 nm. Red light is used therapeutically to improve the appearance of SKIN by reducing wrinkles, scars, redness, and ACNE. It is often used in conjunction with PHOTOSENSITIZING AGENTS for PHOTOCHEMOTHERAPY.

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1 entry terms
  • Light, Red

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Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects.

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History Note

2024

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  • Light (1963-2023)

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  1. G01w.358.500.505w.650w.809
  2. G01w.590w.540w.837
  3. G01w.750w.250w.650w.809
  4. G01w.750w.770w.578w.809

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Red Light. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D000095742. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D000095742
  2. Red Light. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q124255915