How is this different from the red light devices sold online?

Both wavelength and power density determine whether red light therapy produces a therapeutic effect or a cosmetic one. Consumer devices often deliver insufficient irradiance per unit area to drive meaningful cellular response, even when the correct wavelengths are present. Clinical panels used at Citrin Longevity are calibrated to deliver therapeutic doses within the documented range for photobiomodulation. The mechanism is the same across devices. What differs is whether the dosage is sufficient to activate it.

Is red light therapy safe for everyone?

RLT is well-tolerated across nearly all patient populations. The primary contraindications are active skin conditions in the treatment area and photosensitizing medications. Your ND reviews your complete medication and supplement list at intake. There is no UV exposure and no thermal risk.

Can I use red light therapy on the same day as other treatments?

Yes. RLT is frequently scheduled alongside HBOT, VASPER, and IV therapy. For recovery protocols, red light is often administered after training or after a HBOT session. Your ND determines the sequencing based on your goals.

How many sessions are included in a membership?

Performance and Elevate memberships include 4 red light therapy sessions per month. Optimize includes 8. Sessions are also available individually as an à la carte service. Frequency above what membership provides can be added at the established per-session rate.

What is the difference between the 660nm and 850nm wavelengths?

The 660nm red light works at the surface and is studied for skin tone, collagen support, and texture. The 850nm near-infrared passes deeper to reach muscle, joint, and connective tissue, which is why it is used more for recovery and inflammation. A single session at Citrin Longevity delivers both at once, so you do not have to choose.

Should I do red light therapy before or after a workout?

Both timings are studied, and your goal decides. Research suggests a session before training may support muscle readiness, while a session after may support recovery and reduce next-day soreness. Most patients at our West Hollywood center schedule red light after training, often stacked with HBOT. The Citrin Longevity team sets the sequence based on your protocol.

Is red light therapy the same as an infrared sauna?

No. An infrared sauna uses heat to raise your core temperature and make you sweat. Red light therapy uses specific red and near-infrared wavelengths to signal the cell directly, with little to no heat. We offer both on-site in Los Angeles, and the Citrin Longevity team can tell you whether to use them on the same day and in what order.

Do I need to wear eye protection during a session?

The panels are bright, so we provide eye protection and our team positions it before any face or upper-body session. If you have light sensitivity, migraines, or an eye condition, tell us at intake. Your ND reviews this and adjusts the setup so you stay comfortable throughout.

How should I prepare my skin before a red light session?

Come with clean skin when possible, since makeup, heavy lotions, and SPF can sit on the surface and block some of the light. For full-body sessions, lighter or minimal clothing lets more skin receive the wavelengths. If you use retinoids or photosensitizing products, mention them so your ND can guide timing.

How often should I come, and can I use it daily?

Many protocols use a loading phase of several sessions per week, then taper to a maintenance schedule once goals are met. Daily facial use can be reasonable at a moderate dose, but more is not always better. Your ND at Citrin Longevity sets a frequency matched to your skin, recovery needs, and markers rather than a fixed number for everyone.

How soon will I notice results?

It depends on the goal. Research suggests skin glow and reduced soreness may show in the first few weeks, while changes in fine lines and texture often build over four to twelve weeks of consistent sessions. We reassess your baseline markers so progress is measured, not guessed.

Is full-body treatment better than targeting one area?

Full-body exposure is what Citrin Longevity offers, and for most clinical goals it is also the more effective approach. Photobiomodulation works where the light reaches, and delivering it across the entire body simultaneously supports systemic outcomes that a targeted device cannot replicate: inflammation, recovery, mitochondrial function, and skin health respond to broader exposure. If your goal is isolated to a single joint or small surface area, a targeted device may be sufficient. For anything systemic, full-body coverage produces a more complete physiological response.

Can red light therapy help with thinning hair?

Red light has been studied for certain types of hair thinning, and some research shows improved density with consistent use over several months. Results are gradual and vary from person to person. Your ND reviews your history and tells you whether red light fits your plan or works better alongside other options.

Does red light therapy cause weight loss or fat reduction?

We do not market red light as a weight-loss treatment. The strongest evidence supports skin, recovery, and inflammation, and any body-contouring claims are limited and often temporary. If your goal is body composition, the Citrin Longevity team addresses it through assessment and a broader Los Angeles longevity plan, not light alone.

Why are there red light panels inside the HBOT chambers?

Some of our hyperbaric chambers include red-light panels so you can receive pressurized oxygen and photobiomodulation in one window of time. The two are studied for complementary recovery and tissue-repair pathways. Whether stacking them suits you is a call the Citrin Longevity team makes based on your protocol and goals.