Frequently Asked Questions

Based on the world’s leading Omnilux Medical^TM light therapy technology, Contour is an FDA cleared flexible, portable, affordable home use device that uses light emitting diodes (LED) to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and improve overall skin tone, firmness, and health.

Optimized energy output and two clinically proven wavelengths of light work on a cellular level to stimulate new collagen, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and reduce sun damage and the visible signs of aging.

Over 40 clinical studies and nearly 20 years of experience have proven that Omnilux light therapy is very safe, with no adverse side effects, no pain and no downtime. Omnilux Contour generates no heat or UV light and is intended for adults 21+ and is safe for all skin types.

We recommend a course of treatments: three to five 10 minute treatments per week, for 4-6 weeks, followed by routine maintenance as desired.

Omnilux Contour is compatible with most skin care routines. It can also be used in conjunction with other professional skin treatments such as microneedling, peels, microdermabrasion, laser treatments, injections or fillers to promote healing and optimize results.

No, it has been tested and conforms to medical device standards including IEC/EN 62471 Photobiological eye safety standard.

You’ll find the Quick Start Guide here. NOTE: Please refer to the Omnilux Contour User Guide that is included with the product for complete instructions for use, warnings, precautions and contraindications.

The Omnilux Medical device has an output of 105mW/cm2, but because the Contour’s LEDs are directly on the skin, it delivers a higher concentration of light. It's similar to shining a flashlight on a wall — the closer you get to the wall, the brighter and more intense the light becomes. Therefore, the dose delivered during a Contour treatment is very similar to that delivered during a treatment with an Omnilux Medical professional device, and the results are also therefore very similar

The Contour is completely portable and battery powered so you can easily walk or move around while wearing it. You only need to plug it into an outlet to recharge the battery, which lasts for approximately 140 minutes, or 14 treatments

Yes. There is no downside to using it more frequently. However, using it more often will not, in most cases, provide any faster or better results.

Omnilux Contour has more LEDs than any other home use LED device. Contour FACE has a total of 132 LEDs (66 red and 66 infrared) encased in 66 bulbs. Contour NECK & DECOLLETE has 102 LEDs (54 red and 54 infrared) encased in 54 bulbs. Contour GLOVE has 144 LEDs (72 red and 72 infrared) encased in 72 bulbs.

LED light therapy utilizes specific wavelengths (colors) of light and energy levels (brightness) to stimulate the body’s own natural healing processes. LED light works at the cellular level, inducing a cascade of cellular reactions aimed at specific skin conditions and outcomes. 

Yes. Omnilux’s Contour devices are FDA cleared and have been clinically proven to produce medical grade results. However not all LED masks are created equal.  Some brands are less powerful and lack the clinical studies or FDA clearance that demonstrate proven effectiveness.

Each person is a little different. Some will see improvement in a single treatment. Others will see improvement with additional treatments. In all cases we recommend 3 – 5 treatments per week for 4 weeks, and then routine maintenance as desired.

For skin rejuvenation red and infrared light has been clinically proven to produce the best results. For acne, red and blue light is best. 

Yes. Omnilux’s Contour devices are FDA cleared and have been clinically proven to produce medical grade results. However not all LED masks are created equal.  Some brands are less powerful and lack the clinical studies or FDA clearance that demonstrate proven effectiveness.

Omnilux Contour FACE reduces fine lines & wrinkles as well as the appearance of pigmentation and redness. It also improves overall skin tone and firmness.

The Omnilux Contour protocol is 3 – 5 treatments per week for 4 weeks, followed by maintenance as desired. However, you may use your mask every day if you like. However, more frequent use may not produce faster or better results.

Red light reduces inflammation and boosts blood oxygen levels in the skin. 

Red light therapy reduces the appearance of pigmentation and redness in the skin. It also improves overall skin tone and restores a youthful glow. 

Infrared light penetrates deeper than red light, targeting fibroblast cells in order to induce the production of new collagen and elastin. 

The reduction of fine lines & wrinkles, and the overall improvement in skin firmness and vibrancy. 

All Omnilux Contour products are FDA cleared for safety and effectiveness for all skin types. Omnilux products conform to all US and international testing standards for safety, including eye safety.

The red and near-infrared wavelengths used in our Contour devices have been shown to decrease pigmentation, not increase it. Although we are FDA-cleared for treating fine lines & wrinkles, studies and anecdotal data have shown benefit in reducing the overall appearance of sun damage and pigmentation. As melasma is a hormonal condition, it can be difficult to treat. While there have been some reports of melasma improvement using red and near-infrared light, Ommilux Contour has not been specifically tested for this condition, but it should not make your melasma worse.

There are studies showing that red and near-infrared light therapy may be effective in reducing redness & inflammation and improving overall skin tone due to rosacea, psoriasis and eczema flare ups.  However, Omnilux Contour has not been tested specifically for these skin conditions.

For users taking prescriptive levels of Retin A such as Tretinoin we do not recommend the use of light devices. Retin A should be discontinued for at least 5 days before performing light therapy treatments. Those using cosmetics/skincare products containing retinol should read the skincare instructions carefully for warnings and precautions in relation to exposure to light. Cosmetics/skincare products containing retinol may be used with Contour devices if there are no precautions in relation to exposure to light.

The Omnilux Hydrogel mask is an all natural gel product specially designed to enhance Omnilux Contour Face results by maximizing light penetration into the skin. It's ultra-nourishing and provides your skin with an extra boost of hydration during LED treatments – or may be used all on its own!

Apply the Hydrogel mask to clean skin. Place the Omnilux Contour FACE device over the hydrogel and secure in place. Once your 10-minute treatment is over, remove the Hydrogel from your face and massage any remaining gel into your skin. Finish off with your favorite moisturizer or skincare products! Hot tip: because of the delicate, gel-like consistency of the Hydrogel Mask, it's recommended to enjoy this mask while lying down.

The Hydrogel mask is safe for all skin types, hypoallergenic and free of parabens and sulfates. The ingredients are 100% vegan and include Hyaluronic Acid, Green Tea Extract, Vitamin B3, Ginger Root and Red Seaweed extract. For the full list of ingredients please visit the product page here.

1. Select appropriate plug-type wall socket adapter for your country and connect to power supply plug. 
2. Insert USB micro-connector (smaller connector) side of power supply charging cable into the oval-shaped controller 
3. NOTE: DO NOT CONNECT THE LED DEVICE TO THE CONTROLLER WHILE CHARGING. THIS MAY DAMAGE THE DEVICE.  
4. Insert the power supply plug into a suitably grounded electrical outlet
5. The 3 lights on the controller will flash, indicating the level of charge. The controller battery will be fully charged when all 3 lights are illuminated. This can take up to 5 hours.
6. Unplug the power supply and power charging cable from the controller. 
7. Plug the device into the controller (the larger USB connector) and hold controller button down for 2 seconds to activate the device. 

We currently ship to the US, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand only. But we are expanding to other countries rapidly. Pease check back with us regarding availability of Omnilux Contour in your area. 

Our products have not been studied in pregnant or breastfeeding women, so we advise against using it during this time. Red light therapy is very safe overall but because we do not have enough information about use while pregnant or breastfeeding we recommend not using unless approved by your doctor.

Contour should be used on clean, bare skin, or with the Contour Hydrogel.  However, if additional hydration is desired during treatment, a light water-based or Vitamin C serum can be used instead of the Hydrogel.  Any other products could impact the amount of light reaching the skin and reduce effectiveness, or possibly cause a skin reaction or damage the Contour device itself.

Based on the world’s leading Omnilux Medical^TM light therapy technology, CLEAR is an FDA-cleared flexible, portable, affordable home-use device that uses light emitting diodes (LED) to reduce or eliminate mild to moderate acne vulgaris and reduce the appearance of redness and inflammation.

Optimized energy output and two clinically proven wavelengths of light (red 633nm and blue 415nm) work on a cellular level to kill acne-forming bacteria in the sebaceous glands. 

Over 40 clinical studies and nearly 20 years of experience have proven that Omnilux light therapy is safe for all skin types, with no pain and no downtime. Omnilux CLEAR generates no heat or UV light and is safe for all persons over 14 years of age.

We recommend a course of treatments: 4 10-minute treatments per week for 6 weeks. Once the initial series is complete, use Omnilux CLEAR at the earliest signs of a breakout.

Omnilux CLEAR is compatible with most skin care routines, however we do not recommend using your device in conjunction with Accutane or retinol products. We recommend speaking with your prescribing physician before using the Omnilux CLEAR with prescribed products.

All Omnilux devices have been tested to the highest internationally recognized eye safety standards and have been deemed safe to use on uncovered eyes. However, some people may find that they are sensitive to blue light, so we have equipped our CLEAR device with built-in eye shields for comfort.

You’ll find the Quick Start Guide here. NOTE: Before use, please refer to the Omnilux CLEAR User Guide that is included with the product for complete instructions for use, warnings, precautions and contraindications.

The entire Omnilux LED collection was created for at-home use meaning you are able to receive professional-grade light therapy treatments at your convenience and from the comfort of home. Because Omnilux CLEAR sits in close proximity to the skin, it is able to deliver comparable therapeutic doses of light compared to the Omnilux professional system.

CLEAR is completely portable and battery powered so you can easily walk or move around while wearing it. You only need to plug it into an outlet to recharge the battery, which lasts for approximately 100 minutes, or 10 treatments.

No. CLEAR has not been studied for this. Therefore, we recommend using your device 4 times per week for 6 weeks. Once the initial series is complete, use Omnilux CLEAR at the earliest signs of a breakout. 

CLEAR has a total of 132 LEDs (66 red and 66 blue) encased in 66 bulbs.

One of the key bacteria responsible for acne is P.acnes. This bacteria produces natural chemicals called porphyrins, which are sensitive to light at 415nm (blue) wavelengths. If stimulated, these chemicals will neutralize the bacteria and with no bacteria present, inflammation will subside. Omnilux CLEAR stimulates these chemicals and eradicates the bacteria that causes redness or inflammation associated with acne. This is combined with 633nm red light which targets acne bacteria deeper in the sebaceous glands and has anti-inflammatory properties, which minimizes the redness of acne lesions and promotes healthier skin.

Yes. There are many independent peer-reviewed published clinical studies validating the effectiveness of LED phototherapy. Since 2003, Omnilux devices have been specifically profiled in over 40 of these studies, with applications ranging from skin rejuvenation, acne, pigmentation and other common skin conditions.

Improvements in skin conditions vary, as everyone’s skin is different and requires different needs. In all cases, we recommend 4 treatments per week for 6 weeks. Once the initial series is complete, use Omnilux CLEAR at the earliest signs of a breakout.

Omnilux CLEAR reduces mild to moderate acne vulgaris on the face, while also reducing the appearance of redness and inflammation.

Yes. The Omnilux CLEAR device is FDA-cleared for efficacy and safety and uses Omnilux technology that is clinically proven to produce medical-grade results. However not all LED masks are created equal. Some brands are less powerful and lack the clinical studies or FDA-clearance that demonstrate proven effectiveness.

Red light reduces inflammation, boosts blood oxygen levels in the skin, and reduces sebum (oil) production by targeting the sebaceous gland.

Blue light works on a cellular level to neutralize and kill acne-forming bacteria in the sebaceous glands which causes acne.

All Omnilux products are FDA-cleared for safety and effectiveness for all skin types. Omnilux products conform to all US and international testing standards for safety, including eye safety.

There is significant data suggesting that the combination of red and blue light will not increase pigmentation or exacerbate melasma. Independent clinical studies show that the combination red and blue light is more efficacious and safer for darker skin types.

There is significant data suggesting that both red and blue light successfully treat psoriasis, rosacea, and eczema. However, CLEAR has not been specifically tested, nor FDA-cleared, for these conditions.

For users taking prescriptive levels of Retin A such as Tretinoin, we do not recommend the use of light devices. Retin A should be discontinued for at least 5 days before performing light therapy treatments. Those using cosmetics/skincare products containing retinol should read the skincare instructions carefully for warnings and precautions in relation to exposure to light. Cosmetics/skincare products containing retinol may be used with the CLEAR device if there are no precautions in relation to exposure to light.

The Omnilux CLEAR device is only available for purchase in the United States, Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand at this time.

Our products have not been studied in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Red and blue light therapy is very safe overall but because we do not have enough information about use while pregnant or breastfeeding, we recommend not using unless approved by your doctor. 

Omnilux Contour FACE is specifically designed for anti-aging and skin-damage prevention. Omnilux CLEAR is specifically designed to treat mild to moderate acne vulgaris. They utilize different wavelengths (colors) of light.

CLEAR utilizes red light (633nm) in combination with blue light (415nm).

It is best to own both products.

Skin should be clean and clear of any topicals, or substances prior to treatment. Apply your favorite moisturizer after treatment.

There is ample evidence that red light therapy (embedded in the Omnilux CLEAR) will help reduce the appearance of pore size.

Although CLEAR has been FDA-cleared, as well as tested and conforms to medical device standards including IEC/EN 62471 Photobiological eye safety standards, some people may be overly sensitive to blue light. We have therefore included built-in eye shields with CLEAR.

We do not recommend the use of light therapy devices while taking this medication. If you have stopped taking the medication for at least 5 days, the treatment can be safely administered. If you are unsure, please consult your prescribing physician. For our full list of contraindications please click here.

Omnilux CLEAR is intended to treat mild to moderate acne vulgaris of the face. Omnilux CLEAR is NOT indicated for severe acne. Please consult your physician for a more appropriate treatment. To access the CLEAR Self-Assessment please click here.

Omnilux CLEAR may help to reduce and soften the appearance of acne scarring.

Omnilux CLEAR significantly reduces the duration of current breakouts when used at the first sign of a breakout. Data also suggests that blue light therapy helps prevent future breakouts.

Omnilux CLEAR is intended for all persons over 14 years of age. 

CLEAR utilizes red light (633nm) in combination with blue light (415nm). Both wavelengths work in unison to treat mild to moderate acne. They cannot be operated independently.

When red and blue light are combined and illuminated together, the eye perceives the output color as purple.

Gently wipe down your device with a water-based wipe after treatment. For deeper clean, gently wipe your device down with a 70% nonirritating alcohol. Air dry.

You can continue to use a Salicylic gel and or face wash as part of your acne regime, however it is important that your skin is fully cleansed before each Omnilux CLEAR treatment. In addition, those using skincare products containing Salicylic acid should read the skincare instructions carefully for any warnings and precautions in relation to exposure to light. If you are unsure if your skincare products are compatible with light therapy, please consult your dermatologist or physician prior to using Omnilux CLEAR with Salicylic acid products

Benzoyl Peroxide products typically have a drying effect on the skin so it is advised to use caution if using CLEAR with any over-the-counter products containing this ingredient. Do not apply any products to your skin prior to LED treatment. Those using skincare products containing Benzoyl Peroxide should read the skincare instructions carefully for any warnings and precautions in relation to exposure to light. If you are using prescription-strength Benzoyl Peroxide or are unsure if your skincare products are compatible with light therapy, please consult your dermatologist or physician prior to using Omnilux CLEAR.