We all know that excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays can cause sunburn, while red light can repair skin problems. But did you know that these two seemingly opposing light waves can actually work together to achieve even better results?
In his article, ‘Using Sunlight to Sustain Life,’ American biologist Dr. Ray Peat points out that ultraviolet (UV) light is not simply a harmful substance, but rather a powerful ‘natural medicine.’ Its effectiveness depends on adherence to dosage and usage. 예를 들어, combining it with red light can balance its benefits, making the therapy safer and more effective, while significantly reducing potential risks.
01: The Hidden Benefits of Moderate Ultraviolet Radiation
In Dr. Ray Peat’s research philosophy, ultraviolet radiation is called a “natural medicine” because it is a “catalyst” for the human body to synthesise vitamin D.
뿐만 아니라, moderate UV exposure can stimulate the skin to produce melanin, resulting in a tan that deepens the skin tone, creating a natural, wheat or bronze hue.
It also possesses excellent antioxidant capabilities, scavenging free radicals, delaying photoaging, and reducing the risk of skin problems caused by oxidative stress.
그러므로, the tanning effect of moderate UV exposure enhances both skin’s attractiveness and its protective capabilities.
02: How does red light ‘harmonise’ ultraviolet light?
Based on a deep understanding of the benefits of ultraviolet light, Dr. Ray Peat also proposed that ‘penetrating red light may be the most basic stress-resistance factor for all living things.’ This means that red light has anti-radiation effects, and is not only a nutrient that is beneficial to humans, but can also enhance the health of all living things on Earth, even plants.
As you explore the more than 50,000 scientific and clinical studies on red light therapy to date, you’ll find that people can benefit greatly from red and near-infrared light, regardless of their condition.
Numerous authoritative studies have also found that red light has a photoprotective effect on human skin. Red light can intervene in the damage of ultraviolet rays to the skin, inhibit cell apoptosis induced by ultraviolet radiation, improve photoaging of the skin caused by ultraviolet rays, reduce erythema and wrinkles, and reduce skin roughness.
This indicates that combining red light therapy with modern ultraviolet light therapy, replacing about 50% of the ultraviolet lamps with red lamps, can both preserve the therapeutic or functional value of ultraviolet light and reduce the potential risks of ultraviolet light by leveraging the protective properties of red light, making phototherapy safer and more efficient.
03 Merican Healthy Tanning Solution
As a pioneer in the field of optical health and beauty, Merican deeply aligns with the research philosophy of Dr. Ray Peat and, in collaboration with the German Cosmedico R&D팀, has pioneered the development of RUBINO red light tanning technology, creating a safer and more efficient healthy tanning solution for users worldwide.
RUBINO’s red light tanning technology doesn’t simply combine two light sources; instead, it achieves a perfect balance between ultraviolet and red light through precise control and scientific proportioning. This effectively increases pigmentation by 50%, resulting in a uniform, long-lasting, naturally radiant, bronze complexion.
On the one hand, by adjusting a certain proportion of UV wavelengths, it can gently activate skin melanocytes and promote the even production of melanin; on the other hand, by incorporating red light technology to act on deeper layers of the skin, it can stimulate the regeneration of collagen and elastin, promote vitamin D synthesis, reduce free radical damage and allow the skin’s barrier function and elasticity to be better maintained after tanning.
It’s worth mentioning that RUBINO red light tanning technology is a core technology jointly developed by Merican and the German Cosmedico team globally. In the domestic market, it is exclusively owned by Merican, and is unique, making it impossible for other brands to replicate.
The ingenious fusion of moderate ultraviolet and red light achieves the double benefit of ‘tanning and skin rejuvenation, both attainable.’ Merican RUBINO’s red light tanning technology also clearly illuminates a new direction for the future development of ultraviolet phototherapy technology.
