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Digital Seminar

Red, Blue, and Near Infrared LED Light Therapy for Dermatologic Conditions - 1.5 Hour Training


Speaker:
Genevieve Newton, DC, PhD
Duration:
1 Hour 38 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Copyright:
Jan 05, 2026
Product Code:
POS078970
Media Type:
Digital Seminar

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Description

Your patients are already asking you about LED face masks. They've seen them on Instagram, tried them at their med spa, or bought one online—and now they want to know if it actually works, if it's safe, and whether you recommend it for their specific skin concerns.

This 1.5-hour course gives you the clinical foundation to confidently answer those questions.

We'll cut straight to what matters: the cellular mechanisms that make LED therapy effective, the wavelengths and protocols backed by research, and the practical guidance you need to counsel patients on common conditions like acne, aging skin, rosacea, and pigmentation issues. You'll learn the specific parameters that determine whether a device delivers therapeutic results—wavelength accuracy, intensity thresholds, and treatment duration—so you can guide patients toward effective options regardless of where they're shopping. We'll cover when LED therapy makes sense as a standalone option or adjunct to other treatments, and the key safety considerations that protect your patients.

This isn't about becoming a light therapy specialist—it's about giving you the evidence-based tools to integrate LED therapy conversations seamlessly into your current practice. You'll leave this session ready to provide informed, confident guidance on one of the fastest-growing questions in patient consultations.

No prior knowledge of light therapy required.

Credit

Planning Committee Disclosure - No relevant relationships

All members of the PESI, Inc. planning committee have provided disclosures of financial relationships with ineligible organizations and any relevant non-financial relationships prior to planning content for this activity. None of the committee members had relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies or other potentially biasing relationships to disclose to learners.  For speaker disclosures, please see the faculty biography.



* Credit Note - **

NOTE: Tuition includes one free CE Certificate (participant will be able to print the certificate of completion after passing the online post-test (80% passing score) and completing the evaluation). Instructional methods will include PowerPoint, didactic lecture, and others.

Continuing Education Information:  Listed below are the continuing education credit(s) currently available for this non-interactive self-study package. Program content is reviewed periodically per accrediting board rules for currency and appropriateness for credit. Credit approvals are subject to change. Please note, your state licensing board dictates whether self-study is an acceptable form of continuing education, as well as which credit types are acceptable for continuing education hours. Please refer to your state rules and regulations. If your profession is not listed, please contact your licensing board to determine your continuing education requirements and check for reciprocal approval. 
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Materials that are included in this course may include interventions and modalities that are beyond the authorized practice of your profession.  As a licensed professional, you are responsible for reviewing the scope of practice, including activities that are defined in law as beyond the boundaries of practice in accordance with and in compliance with your profession's standards.  

For Planning Committee disclosures, please see the statement above.  For speaker disclosures, please see the faculty biography.


* Credit Note - ---

Earn up to 1.5 CE hours. Please see below, for more details, as credit amounts vary by state and profession. 


Nurses - Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and Clinical Nurse Specialists

This self-study activity consists of 1.5 clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from this self-study activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements.


Nurses - California Nurses

PESI, Inc. is a provider approved by the California Board of  Registered Nursing, Provider #: 17118 for 1.5 self-study contact hours. 

** You will need to provide your license number to PESI. PESI must have this number on file in order for your hours to be valid.


Nurses - Florida Nurses

PESI, Inc. is an approved provider by the Florida Board of  Nursing. Provider #: FBN2858. These materials qualify for 1.5 self-study contact hours.

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Other Professions

This self-study activity qualifies for 1.5 continuing education clock hours as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your activity advertisement and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific requirements.



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Genevieve Newton, DC, PhD, spent close to 20 years as a researcher and educator in the field of nutritional sciences before joining Fringe as its scientific director. Dr. Newton holds a Bachelor of Science from Laurentian University, a Doctor of Chiropractic from the National University of Health Sciences, a Master of Science and a PhD from the University of Guelph, in nutritional sciences. Gen’s job is to “bring the science” that supports Fringe’s educational course. She is a deep believer in healing body, mind and spirit using the gifts of the natural world.

 

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Dr. Genevieve Newton has an employment with FRINGE. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc.
Non-financial: Dr. Genevieve Newton has no relevant non-financial relationships.


Additional Info

Access for Self-Study (Non-Interactive)

Access never expires for this product.


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Objectives

  1. Describe the basic science behind Light Therapy and how light interacts with skin cells to support overall skin health.
  2. Recognize key features of dermatologic Light Therapy, including common wavelengths, light colors, and general intensity ranges.
  3. Identify common types of LED Light Therapy devicesand their general uses for improving skin appearance and health.
  4. Outline how Light Therapy may benefit common skin concerns, such as aging, acne, redness, and uneven tone.
  5. Recognize important safety considerations and contraindicationsfor LED Light Therapy use.
  6. Discuss how Light Therapy can complement other skincare or cosmetic treatments to enhance results safely.

Outline

Part 1: The Science Behind What Your Patients Are Buying

  • Why patients are asking now: From med spas to social media
  • Light physics essentials: Wavelength, penetration depth, and what actually reaches the skin
  • Cellular mechanisms: ATP production, collagen stimulation, inflammation modulation, bacterial effects
  • Treatment parameters that matter: Wavelength precision, intensity requirements, duration
  • Device evaluation criteria: What makes LED therapy therapeutic vs. cosmetic

Part 2: Clinical Applications & Patient Counseling

  • Acne and blemish control: When blue and red light protocols make sense
  • Photoaging and collagen stimulation: Setting realistic expectations for wrinkles and texture
  • Inflammatory conditions: Evidence for rosacea, eczema, psoriasis
  • Pigmentation concerns: Melasma and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation nuances
  • Wound healing and scars: When to recommend as adjunctive care
  • Quick-reference protocols: What wavelengths, how often, how long

Part 3: Safety, Integration & Having the Conversation

  • Documented contraindications and when to exercise caution
  • Safety across skin types, pregnancy, and common medications
  • Eye safety: Real concerns vs. marketing fear
  • Positioning LED therapy: Standalone vs. adjunct to Botox, fillers, peels, lasers
  • Counseling framework: Guiding patients toward effective devices
  • What to document and how to track outcomes

Target Audience

  • Nurses
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • Physician Assistants

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