Can HBOT Help With Cellulite or Skin Texture?
Red Light Therapy and HBOT for Cellulite and Skin Texture: A Natural, Non-Invasive Approach
A Beginner’s Guide to Smoother, Healthier Skin
Why Consider Red Light or HBOT for Skin Texture and Cellulite?
Cellulite and uneven skin texture are common concerns—especially for women—and many over-the-counter creams or treatments fall short. If you’re seeking a research-backed, non-invasive option that supports your skin from the inside out, red light therapy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) may offer surprising benefits.
At Oxygen and Light in Lynnwood, WA, we provide full-spectrum light therapy and FDA-cleared soft-chamber HBOT to naturally enhance skin health, circulation, and collagen production.
What Is Cellulite and What Affects Skin Texture?
Cellulite is the result of fat deposits pushing through connective tissue beneath the skin, often worsened by poor circulation, hormonal shifts, and reduced skin elasticity. Texture issues—like rough patches, sagging, or a crepe-like appearance—are often due to collagen breakdown, inflammation, or oxidative stress.
Improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and increasing collagen and elastin are key to improving both conditions. That’s where red light and oxygen therapies shine.
How Red Light Therapy Helps Smooth and Firm Skin
Red and near-infrared light stimulate the mitochondria in your skin cells to increase energy (ATP) production. This enhances:
Collagen and elastin synthesis for firmer, more supple skin
Lymphatic drainage to reduce puffiness and fluid buildup
Circulation to improve nutrient delivery and detoxification
Skin regeneration to even out tone and texture over time
According to Hamblin (2017) and Glass (2021), red light therapy reduces inflammation and promotes skin rejuvenation by enhancing fibroblast activity and tissue oxygenation.¹⁻²
How HBOT Supports Skin Health from the Inside Out
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy involves breathing concentrated oxygen in a pressurized chamber. The FDA-cleared soft chamber we use at Oxygen and Light delivers oxygen more deeply into tissues, which can:
Boost skin cell turnover and repair
Improve circulation and reduce inflammation
Support tissue hydration and detox pathways
The Avci et al. (2013) review notes that improved oxygenation plays a critical role in restoring skin structure and resilience—making HBOT a supportive therapy for overall skin health.³
What to Expect at Our Clinic
Our Lynnwood-based studio offers:
Full-body red light beds for total skin support
Localized red light panels for thighs, abdomen, or arms
Red light watches and helmets for systemic circulation
FDA-cleared soft HBOT chambers that are comfortable and safe
Sessions are painless, relaxing, and typically last 30–60 minutes. Many clients notice smoother skin and improved tone after 8–12 sessions.
Other Tips for Improving Skin Texture and Cellulite
While light and oxygen therapy are powerful, holistic results come from combining therapies with everyday practices like:
Staying hydrated and limiting processed foods
Moving regularly to encourage circulation and lymph flow
Using dry brushing or massage to support detox
Managing stress, which can influence hormones and inflammation
Final Thoughts
Though not a “quick fix,” red light therapy and HBOT offer sustainable improvements for those seeking smoother, more resilient skin. These technologies work at the cellular level to support natural healing, reduce inflammation, and restore firmness—without needles, downtime, or harsh chemicals.
Ready to explore non-invasive skin renewal? Visit Oxygen and Light in Lynnwood, WA, and ask about our red light and HBOT bundles for skin health.
References
Hamblin MR. Mechanisms and applications of the anti-inflammatory effects of photobiomodulation. AIMS Biophys. 2017;4(3):337–361. doi:10.3934/biophy.2017.3.337.
Glass GE. Photobiomodulation: The Clinical Applications of Low-Level Light Therapy. Aesthet Surg J. 2021;41(6):723–738. doi:10.1093/asj/sjab025.
Avci P, Gupta A, Sadasivam M, et al. Low-level laser (light) therapy in skin: stimulating, healing, restoring. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2013;32(1):41–52. PMID: 24049929.
Ngoc LTN, Moon JY, Lee YC. Utilization of light-emitting diodes for skin therapy: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed. 2023;39(4):303–317. doi:10.1111/phpp.12841.
Ablon G. Phototherapy with Light Emitting Diodes: Treating a Broad Range of Medical and Aesthetic Conditions in Dermatology. J Clin Aesthet Dermatol. 2018;11(2):21–27.
Li J, Li J, Zhang L, et al. Comparison of red and blue light therapies for mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris. Photodermatol Pho
Avci P, Gupta A, Sadasivam M, Vecchio D, Pam Z, Pam N, Hamblin MR. Low-level laser (light) therapy (LLLT) in skin: stimulating, healing, restoring. Semin Cutan Med Surg. 2013 Mar;32(1):41-52. PMID: 24049929; PMCID: PMC4126803.
