When it comes to anti-aging skincare, we’re often told to focus on topicals—serums, creams, and lotions promising to smooth wrinkles and brighten tone. But esthetician and skincare expert Chris Gibson is urging people, especially women over 50, to look beyond the bottle.
In a recent video, Gibson revealed one of his go-to secrets for maintaining youthful, glowing skin as he enters his 60s—and it doesn’t come in a jar. His best tip? Red light therapy.
“Not everything great for skin necessarily comes in a lotion, potion, cream, or serum,” Gibson explains. “There are some things you could be doing right now that can definitely benefit your skin long term and roll back the clock on signs of aging.”
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The Power of Red Light Therapy
Red light therapy—also called low-level light therapy—uses LED lights to penetrate the skin and stimulate cell regeneration, collagen production, and blood flow. For Gibson, it’s been a game changer, especially as someone who works out regularly and feels the physical (and visible) effects of aging.
“I’ve been using devices like the one you see me sitting on right here,” he says, referring to a red light therapy body bag from the brand Mellin. “It helps improve skin and health all over the body.”
But it’s not just about full-body treatments. Gibson swears by the Qure Skincare Rejuvalite Pro Facewear Mask, a lightweight red and blue light device that targets the face, neck, and chest—areas especially prone to sagging and fine lines as we age.
“It helps smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, and it actually helps the skin be plumper and firmer at a much deeper level than a serum or product could give you,” he says.
Red light therapy isn’t only about aesthetics. According to Gibson, it can also support wound healing, reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and even improve sleep. Many of these devices were once reserved for med spas or sports medicine clinics but are now available for home use.
“This technology really has a lot of benefits, and it’s well worth your time to visit the websites and look at the information,” he says. “You can get optimal results using the devices three to four times a week for just 15 to 30 minutes.”
The bottom line
For Gibson, red light therapy isn’t just a beauty trend—it’s an investment in skin health that delivers real results.
“After the first use, my skin looked healthier and more robust. But over time, it became firmer at a much deeper level,” he says. “You’re not going to get that from a serum alone.”
So, if you're over 50 and looking for a youthful glow without invasive procedures or constant product swapping, it may be time to turn on the light—literally.
