The Red Light Effect: Separating Science from Hype in Wellness Trends The wellness industry has long been plagued by fads, but one trend that's gained significant traction is red light therapy.
Prolific claims have emerged about its benefits for everything from acne to hair loss. But what lies behind this buzz? And more importantly, does the science support these assertions?
Red light therapy originated in the 1990s with NASA's experiments using LED technology to grow plants in space.