LightStim LED Light for Full Face Wrinkles

A few months ago I decided to try the LightStim LED Light for Full Face Wrinkles, (which I purchased on the QVC website). I was intrigued because the demonstration and research they used to back up their claims was pretty positive. The company states, "A handheld, LED medical device that is FDA cleared for the treatment of full face wrinkles. It penetrates the top layer of the skin, which may help enhance collagen and elastin production." I had been wanting to try the LightStim for over a year, but couldn't justify the full price of nearly $200. Then one evening I was flipping channels and found the product being offered for 5 easy payments, plus a full 90 day trial period. I figured it was time to take the LightStim for a test drive.

It arrived about a week later, and I promptly began using it. I started doing it just as recommended by placing the device on the target area for 3 minutes. I did this 5 days a week for about a month. During this time I kept waiting for something really amazing to occur. I have a bit of an "11" on my forehead that I focused on, as well as some deeper fine lines around my eye area, (The manufacture includes a pair of goggles that you place over your eyes to protect them).  After about a month I really started studying my face. Were the lines around my eyes softened? Was the "11" diminished? Did my skin look fuller, plumper and more hydrated? No. In fact everything looked the same. The only thing that I did notice was that my skin seemed drier.

Still hoping for the best I continued on with my trial. I had read that some women had good success if they left the device on each area for a longer period of time. So, I increased the time from 3, to 5 full minutes on each area. To do my entire face it went from a simple 15 minutes to 25. Which honestly, was hard to do. The 15 felt a bit time consuming 5x's a week, but having it increase by 10 minutes seemed to just be a chore. I continued on this routine for another 2 1/2 weeks. Finally pausing to reevaluate my progress a little past the 6 week mark.

Was there a marked difference from when I started the LightStim journey? Well, no. The only thing I noticed was how dry and burnt my skin looked. During the entire time I used the device, I had to slather my argan oil and other moisturizes just to feel relief from the tight and itcy feeling that I felt after each treatment. And, I actually thought my targeted areas looked worse, if that's possible. The "11" and fine lines around my eyes appeared more noticeable. I suspect that this was because my skin was drier and missing some hydration.

So, I returned the device and received a refund. I suppose I could have kept it beyond the 90 day trial window (and lost $200), but I wasn't willing to take a chance that I'd see results. Maybe this device is for women a bit older? I'm 34, so perhaps it was too much for my skin? I don't really know, all I do know is that my curiosity has been satisfied. I'm not saying it's a terrible product, it just didn't work for me. I checked the QVC website this week and noticed they are now selling it in conjunction with Dr. Denese HydroShield Face Serum. My purchase didn't include this product, so maybe it makes a difference?

I'm not certain I'd ever try a device like this again. In theory it sounds great, but to use it 5x's a week (some women used it 7 days a week!) for 25 minutes (others reported using it for 45 minuets!) I just don't know if it's a realistic product for everyone. However, I do think if QVC offers the 90 day trial period, you should try it for yourself. (Right now QVC is extending it's return policy to January 31st. So, if you are interested you can try it out and use it throughout the holidays and if you're not happy with the results, send it back:)

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