The beauty industry is not short of buzzy gadgets that capture the zeitgeist.
Inside wasThe LYMA Laser, the worlds firstFDA-cleared at-home skin care laser.
It’s an investment.
And I mean that in every sense: Not only is it costly, its time intensive.
So I wanted to give this review it’s due diligence.
This is not the sort of product you recommend on a whim.
What is the LYMA laser & how does it work?
TheLyma Laseris the world-first FDA-cleared at-home tool that utilizes laser technology.
There are many kinds of lasers that have unique intended usesso lasers shouldnt be thought of as a monolith.
They are classified into two categories: Ablative lasers and non-ablative lasers.
TheLyma Laseris considered non-ablative and uses Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) technology.
LLLT technology uses photobiomodulation, or using light to stimulate rejuvenation rather than thermal damage.
Because its not relying on heat or thermal damage, these types are often nicknamed cold lasers."
Ablative lasers
Some lasers target the surface of the skin (called ablative).
These will induce controlled thermal damage for stimulate a wound response in the skin.
Common examples are Fraxel and CO2.
These are highly effective, but require downtime and robust pre- and post-care.
These can be both in-office (IPL, for example) and at home (LED masks).
But it also means its not as immediately effective, and results only come with cumulative use.
It can be used as both a treatment (i.e.
rejuvenate and reverse skin issues) and a preventative tool (i.e.
keep issues from forming in the first place.)
The LYMAincreases elasticityand tackles issues fromfine linestohyperpigmentation.
This technology gives you age-defying results.
The laser works by stimulating ATP production.
Essentially, without ATP production the aging process begins.
This is true of all skin care (consistency is key!
Now, this is where Im going to lose some folks.
The usage protocol is time-intensive.
This may mean you do the full protocol for more than 30 minutes a day.
The treatment protocols usually take about three months, as I noted above.
However this is a general guideline.
Ultimately, its up to the user.
My personal experience & results using the LYMA Laser
I didnt want to like theLYMA Laser.
I didnt want to be the sort of editor who recommends a tool thats in the thousands.
I didnt dont think the average person should spend hours thinking about their skin.
Im low-maintenance!I kept on telling myself.I keep my routine chill!
I dont think more expensive is always better!
I think there are many things more valuable than younger looking skin!
But the truth is thattheLYMA Laseris goodreally good.
I feel lucky to have it.
I wanted to give the laser a real shot.
Most nights I split it into thirds, rather than halves.
The sensation itself feels like nothing.
Speaking of: This is not a hands-free gear, so multitasking can be a challenge.
Now when I sit on the sofa and turn on my favorite show, I grab it almost instinctively.
Its found a semi-permanent place on my coffee table for ease.
As diligent as I was, I must admit that I did skip some days here-and-there.
The most immediate and noticeable result was reduction in redness.
My skin gets flushed easily, thanks to sensitivity and mild rosacea.
(Just in case I have a spontaneous cocktail, for example.)
It sounds like a small thing, but as anyone with rosacea will knowthis benefit is life changing.
Next I noticed the horizontal fine lines on my forehead and crinkles around my eyes disappeared.
And at my age, the normal topicals arent as effective as they once were.
This has smoothed out the wrinkles considerably, especially on my forehead.
Theres a phenomenon called perception drift, which happens when your appearance changes slowly over time.
So when I looked at my photos side-by-side, I couldnt believe how soft my texture looked.
Im not the only one who is impressed by their results with the laser.
I recommend the LYMA Laser to all of my clients.
This tool is one of a kind and I have never seen results like ones from the LYMA Laser.
It is worth every penny, in my opinion, says Czech.
I no longer stick to a nightly schedule, but defiantly clock four to five days a week.
This is what the pros call “maintenance phase.”
I took my laser with me, but forgot the charger.
So I used it sporadically, until it sadly died on me.
It was then that I really noticed how much it helped my skin.
My dry, sensitive, redness-prone skin came back with a vengeance.
I couldn’t have a cup of coffee or glass of wine without a flare-up.
But after having gone several months with an even-keeled complexion, the redness really bothered me.
Not only that I just looked tired.
Yes, like the skin care freak I am, I longed for the tool.
The very next night I was back to my typical use.
Thats entirely up to your tolerance for skin care tools.
Of course, the price will be a major hindrance to lots of folks.
But its a hefty one-time purchase that lots of folks (myself included!)
would have a hard time justifying.
But since I do have it, all I can say is that its incredibly impressive.
Its worth its pretty price tag.
What skin care should you use with it?
(Again: three months is a long time to be working on a story!)
TheLYMA Skincare Serum and Creamwork with the laser for best results, however.
These are highly effective and almost immediate, but require downtime and robust pre- and post-care.
The LYMA Laser, on the other hand, does not stimulate a wound response.
Rather it uses photobiomodulation to improve collagen at ATP.
Because theres no superficial wound, theres no need for downtime.
However, it does take longer to see the effects.
The LYMA Laser uses the bodys own biological processes to stimulate rejuvenation, says Cooke.
Whereas with more invasive treatments with downtime, you’re able to bring about results a bit quicker.
LYMA laser vs.
LED masks or tools
Theres a natural comparison to the other most common at-home tool:LED lights.
Both LED and the LYMA Laser both harness the power of photobiomodulation, so there is some overlap.
It doesnt lose its power when it hits the surface, like LED.
What are the side effects of the LYMA laser?
The LYMA Laser is safe for at-home use with no common adverse reactions reported.
you might pass over it, but you shouldnt hold it static over the area.
No tool can replace the simple act of taking care of yourself.
It’s vital that you prioritize your overall healthin additionto treating aesthetic concerns.
She received her journalism degree from Marquette University, graduating first in the department.
She lives in Brooklyn, New York.
you might tune into her Clean Beauty School episode here to learn more about her beauty approach and philosophy.
She’s based in both Dallas, Texas and New York, New York.
The takeaway
Coming in at a baseline of $2,695, this tool is no small purchase.
