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The collagen solarium: what does it really mean, and what is worth knowing about it?
If you have ever searched for the collagen solarium, you have probably wondered too: is this a tanning machine or a skin rejuvenation device? The short answer is neither exactly - and if you are buying a device, that is precisely why it is worth clarifying the terms.
Collagen solariums are not classic tanning machines. They are light therapy devices developed primarily for skin care - in technical terms the red light therapy one of the forms in which they appear.
A traditional sunbed tans with UV radiation. A collagen solarium, by contrast, emits predominantly red and near infrared light, which is used to support the firmness and elasticity of the skin - tanning is not the aim here.
There are hybrid units that contain both UV and red light, so they are also suitable for tanning. Even with these, however, the name collagen solarium can be misleading, since the direction of development was not tanning but the treatment of the skin surface.
What is a collagen solarium used for?
The devices are typically set up for skin care purposes. Users have reported favourable experiences in the areas below - the effect may differ from person to person.
- It may support collagen and elastin production, which may result in a firmer appearance of the skin.
- It may contribute to softening fine lines and crow's feet.
- It may help to even out the surface of the skin, in the case of discolouration after spots, for example.
- It may support circulation beneath the skin, which many people use to improve the appearance of cellulite.
- As a complementary treatment it may also help the skin to regenerate.
These are not immediate results. With light therapy devices regularity is what counts: most manufacturers recommend several sessions a week over several weeks.
Can you get a tan from it?
That depends on the device. A classic collagen solarium contains no UV light, so it does not tan. Hybrid machines, however, use both UV and red light, so tanning is also possible with them - in return, the rules on UV apply to the treatment as well.
If you are choosing a device, this is the first question to settle: do you need it for skin care or for tanning? The two needs mean two different types of machine, and the operating conditions differ as well.
What types are there?
- Red light therapy beds - large-surface, professional devices for salons and wellness areas.
- Hybrid solariums - a combination of UV and red light in one machine.
- Red light panels - in desktop and standing versions, for home or smaller business use, for targeted treatments.
For a salon or for the home?
In salons and wellness areas bed-type units are typically used, because they illuminate a large surface and can serve several guests. For the home, compact LED panels are now available too, working at the same wavelengths but over a smaller surface.
What to look out for before buying
Look at the wavelengths the device emits, how strong its irradiance is and whether the brightness can be controlled. For business use the illuminated surface, the treatment time and the maintenance requirement also matter - these determine how many guests you can serve in a day.
In summary: the name collagen solarium can be misleading, because these devices typically do not tan, they offer the possibilities of red light therapy for skin care. The technical data are what decide the choice - and we are happy to help with that.
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