Don’t have crow’s feet or fine lines? Go outside and play. This post is for those that do.
I used to get facials on a monthly basis. When I had them, my esthetician would use a light very similar to the Lightstim after my facials. I have friends who have had microdermabrasion, and they said that a device similar to the Lightstim was used on them to promote healing. I stopped getting regular facials when I purchased my Clarisonic, because I just felt my skin was so improved. I purchased the Lightstim about six months ago and used it religiously for eight weeks, every night. Now I am on maintenance, where I use it one or two nights a week. I have noticed a difference in the fine lines around my eyes, and also around the parentheses I have around my nose and mouth. I’m sure there is a more technical term for them, but that’s what I call them. I have small little creases around the area. Some people get injections for this, and I’m sure they work great, but have to be redone every few months. My dermatologist gave me an estimate of $950 to have the wrinkles and creases filled, and said it would last 3-6 months. I thought I would try the Lightstim first. Now granted, there may come a day when I get the injections, but I haven’t yet. I found that the Lightstim diminished the wrinkles and sunspots. They are not completely gone, but they are smaller, and that makes me happy. The only negative I have is that I notice if I let a week go by without using the Lightstim, those pesky things do seem to want to come back.
I will give you a few tips should you purchase the Lightstim. I use it on my face, neck, décolletage, and the tops of my hands. You need to apply your moisturizer in all the areas you are going to treat before using the Lightstim. The moisturizer is soaked into the skin by the device. The directions are that you treat each area for three minutes. The Lightstim does not have a timer, so I just use the timer on my iPhone, and usually do the treatment while watching television. It is a little time consuming, it takes me about 30 minutes to cover all the areas I want to cover. I’m giving you the link to purchase the item on QVC. QVC always has a thirty day no questions asked return policy. However, for this item, they offer a 90 day return policy, because it takes longer than 30 days to see a difference. It’s a great incentive, because after three months, you should really be able to see if the Lightstim works for you or not.
Let me know if you have tried any injectables what results you have had. As always, I love to hear from you!
Hello!
we’re so happy you have noticed great results with lightstim!! we just wanted to clarify something upon reading your blog. it’s better to use a moisturizer after the light because depending on the consistency of it, it may be too thick for the light to fully penetrate through. serums are ideal before using the light because they completely soak into the skin. Moisturizer usually sits more on the surface and could potentially block some of the wavelengths from going in as deep as they possibly can. if you use your moisturizer after the light, you’re still going to be maximizing the benefits of the moisturizer and that way you will also be maximizing the benefits of your lightstim!
THANK YOU!
October 4, 2012 @ 12:17 pm
hi im 23 and have 3 kids i have a some wrinkles ON MY STOMICE WILL THIS HELP?
December 12, 2012 @ 6:49 pm
I really cannot answer that Candace. I would suggest you contact the manufacturer. It has helped minimize the wrinkles around my eyes but they are very fine lines.
December 12, 2012 @ 9:06 pm
@Candace, Lightstim for wrinkles is fda cleared to treat fine lines and wrinkles on the entire face. we don’t have any studies or findings to show results on the body. please contact us directly for further information (949) 502-4088. thank you for your interest in Lightstim!
January 25, 2013 @ 12:54 pm
My friend has a lightstim and she uses it a lot day and . Night. She says she knows ifs only supposed to be used three mins each morning Nd night but she says she will get better and faster results using it a lot everyday. Can she damage her skin on her face ? Is there such a thing as overusing the lightstim as to cause damage? Thanks
April 7, 2013 @ 10:32 pm
Thanks for your comment Vickie. I am not affiliated with Lightstim so I cannot give you a professional opinion about overusing but I would think that since this device was only recently approved to be sold directly to consumers I would follow the manufacturer’s advice. You have to use protective glasses around your eyes so I think that should give you some indication as to how strong it is.
April 8, 2013 @ 2:39 pm
I have used the Lady Soma Renew Serum for sometime and I am always very satisfied with the wrinkle hiding results. I used to have these lines around my face – like laugh lines – and using the serum daily has filled them in, and made the lines not noticeable. It should help you out as well.
September 6, 2013 @ 7:17 pm
Thanks! I’ll have to look for that one!
September 7, 2013 @ 1:48 pm
I’ve been using the LightStim for about 3 weeks now and will keep using each and every night. It’s relaxing and a little time consuming, but I just relax and watch tv while the light does its thing. No timer on the device so like the writer mentioned I also use the timer on the iPhone to track my 3 minutes. I use the serum that came with my light, and afterwards, I use my night time moisturizer. Can’t wait to see if there are any changes in my skin after 3-4 months of use.
October 24, 2013 @ 7:54 pm
I find it relaxing too! Let me know what you think after you have used it for a while. I used it daily when I first got it but now use it 1-2 times a week and still find it helps.
October 25, 2013 @ 10:27 am
Hi I have been using lightstim for a few weeks now morning and night, don’t see any improvement at all. Not sure should I wait another few weeks or just send it back….do they work???
November 10, 2013 @ 11:12 am
Thanks for your comment Maggie. I guess it depends on how deep your wrinkles are – I had fine lines around my eyes and I noticed it pretty quickly. I purchased mine through QVC and I think I may have had a longer period than 30 days to return – not sure – but if you don’t think it’s working I would return it before the time expires to return it!
November 11, 2013 @ 8:30 am
My neck lines are much smaller and less deep since I started using the Made From Earth Olive Night Creme at night. My forehead lines have almost completely vanished and my chest skin looks tight and soft. I can’t believe it! In just two weeks from using the Made from Earth Olive! I put this on at night so I wasn’t paying attention but I wish I’d taken a before and after!
The cream smells really nice, very mild scent and not perfumey, and it spreads well and absorbs well into my skin. I don’t feel oily or sticky at all.
January 14, 2014 @ 8:28 am
Thanks Leah for sharing! I will definitely try this. I’m oing a post this week about olive oil lip balm!
January 14, 2014 @ 10:30 am
Hi I haven’t bought a lightstim as of yet. I really don’t know if I have fine lines or deep ones. Wish I could send a picture of myself so you can see. I really hate to smile because you can see the lines around my eyes lips and cheeks. And I hate the lines on my neck. Also is the only place you can get the lightstrim from QVC or can we get it from Ulta. Would love to hear back from someone please. Thank you.
February 3, 2014 @ 12:16 pm
I have seen Lightstim at Ulta. You should definitely research. At the time I purchased mine there was only one kind, and now they carry several different types. I am very pleased with my results. As I stated in the blog, when I used to spend $$$ on professional facials they would use the same product on me, so I was thrilled when they became available in retail. I would start at Ulta talking to one of their salespeople and look at lightstim.com. Hope it works for you Vanessa!
February 3, 2014 @ 12:28 pm
Hi, I wish we knew the age of everyone using the device. I think this would be helpful in understanding the difference in results. Thanks.
April 9, 2017 @ 3:53 pm
I think if you look at their website they might have that information. I only know how it worked for me. Thanks for your comment.
April 11, 2017 @ 1:18 pm