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. 2024 Aug 12;316(8):511.
doi: 10.1007/s00403-024-03254-z.

Outstanding user reported satisfaction for light emitting diodes under-eye rejuvenation

Jennifer Y Wang  1   2 , Margaret Kabakova  1   2 , Paras Patel  2   3 , David Bitterman  2   4 , Kayla Zafar  2   5 , Raichel Philip  1 , Jessica Mineroff Gollogly  1 , Sharen Rivas  6 , Alana Kurtti  1 , Nyousha Yousefi  1 , Omobola Onikoyi  1 , Natasha Masub  1 , Jared Jagdeo  7   8
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Outstanding user reported satisfaction for light emitting diodes under-eye rejuvenation

Jennifer Y Wang et al. Arch Dermatol Res. .

Abstract

The under-eye region is an area of significant cosmetic concern. Photobiomodulation (PBM) has emerged as an effective, safe, inexpensive, and convenient treatment for skin rejuvenation. Herein, we aim to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a LED under-eye device for under-eye rejuvenation, as measured by objective and patient reported outcomes. Eleven participants self-administered treatment using a commercially available LED device emitting red (633 nm) and near infrared (830 nm) light for six weeks. Standardized photographs and questionnaires were administered at baseline and six weeks. Photographic digital analysis indicated an improvement in under-eye wrinkles at six weeks compared to baseline, with a reduction in wrinkle score from 20.05 to 19.72. However, this finding was not statistically significant. Participants self-reported consistent improvements in under-eye wrinkles, texture, dark circles, bags, pigmentation, and erythema. All participants reported a high degree of comfortability, ease of use, and satisfaction with the eye device. The participants noted no moderate or severe adverse events and few reports of transient expected outcomes such as mild erythema. The participants' self-reported improvements and high user satisfaction, and the device's favorable safety profile, highlights the benefits of at-home LED devices for under-eye rejuvenation. Future randomized controlled trials with larger sample sizes could further establish the safety and efficacy of at-home LED under-eye treatments.

Keywords: Aesthetics; Low level laser therapy; Photobiomodulation; Under-eye rejuvenation; Wrinkles.

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