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Revolutionary LED Mask Enhances Skin Elasticity
A research team from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), led by Professor Keon Jae Lee, has introduced an innovative LED mask that significantly enhances skin elasticity. Verified through clinical trials, this deep skin-stimulating device has been shown to improve dermal elasticity by an impressive 340%.
Traditional LED masks often feature a rigid design that fails to adapt closely to the unique contours of the human face. This rigidity leads to substantial light reflection, with as much as 90% of the light being reflected when positioned 2 cm away from the skin, thus diminishing light penetration. Such limitations reduce the stimulation of deeper skin layers critical for effective rejuvenation.
In response to these challenges, Professor Lee’s team created the face-conforming surface lighting micro-LED (FSLED) mask. This innovative mask is capable of delivering uniform photostimulation to the dermis, ensuring an even distribution of light to the skin’s deeper tissues. The breakthrough technology is rooted in a sophisticated 3D origami structure, which houses 3,770 micro-LEDs in conjunction with a flexible surface light-diffusion layer. This design minimizes the spacing between the light source and the skin, allowing for optimal light delivery.
The efficacy of the FSLED mask was demonstrated in clinical trials involving 33 participants, where it achieved a remarkable 340% improvement in deep skin elasticity when compared to traditional LED masks. The results highlight its potential in effectively reducing skin wrinkles, sagging, and signs of aging.
Professor Keon Jae Lee expressed optimism regarding the FSLED mask’s prospects, stating, “The FSLED mask provides cosmetic benefits to the entire facial dermis without the side effects of low-temperature burns, making home-care anti-aging treatment that enhances the quality of human life possible.” The mask is currently being produced by Fronics, a startup emerging from KAIST, and is set to be distributed globally through the extensive network of Amorepacific, with sales anticipated to commence in November.
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