05 November 2025 · By Alicia Backhouse

Red Light Therapy Panel vs Infrared Sauna Blanket: which is right for you?

Red light therapy is the self-care secret with supercharged benefits, whether beauty-boosting or health-hacking. Powered by a spectrum of wavelengths including red, near-infrared, deep near-infrared and infrared, a new era of wellbeing devices promises everything from smoother skin to muscle soothing—read on to find out which is best for you.

How red light therapy panels benefit your skin

Red light therapy panels use red light wavelengths to penetrate the skin. This light is absorbed by cells, increasing ATP levels (the energy currency of cells). This fuels cellular processes and triggers collagen and elastin production. The result? Smoother, firmer, even-toned skin with a youthful glow.

The versatile and flexible design of the CurrentBody Panel LED Light Therapy Panel allows for tailored treatments anywhere on the body, powered by red and blue light for advanced anti-aging, skin-clearing and recovery.

Woman using the CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Panel on her back

How infrared sauna blankets work

Infrared sauna blankets provide the deep-penetrating benefits of traditional infrared saunas at home, using a process called far-infrared radiation to heat the body. 

Ideal for overall wellness and full body recovery, infrared wavelengths reach deep into the body to generate heat from the inside out. This triggers a natural cooling response, expanding blood vessels to boost circulation, and activating sweat glands, with detoxifying effects. Combined, these benefits speed up muscle recovery, help relieve joint pain and promote overall relaxation and wellbeing.

With adjustable settings, the CurrentBody Wellness Infrared Sauna Blanket provides daily portable pamper sessions, whether supporting your post-workout recovery or pre-bedtime routine for restful sleep.

Women using an infrared sauna blanket

What is the difference between infrared and red light therapy?

The key difference between red and infrared light therapy lies in the wavelength used, which determines the penetration depth. While red light is absorbed by the skin, increasing collagen and elastin production for improved skin health and advanced anti-aging, infrared light travels deeper into the body, reaching muscles and joints.

Red light therapy panels are typically quicker and easier to use, with sessions lasting just 10 to 20 minutes. Infrared therapy sessions tend to be longer, lasting up to an hour depending on the device used, and require cleaning and showering post-treatment.


Red light therapy

Infrared light therapy

Wavelength range

Shorter wavelengths (approx. 620-750nm).

Longer wavelengths (approx. 750nm+).

Penetration depth

Shallow: Absorbed by the skin’s surface.

Deep: Reaches the deeper tissues, muscles and joints.

How it works

Energizes cells, boosting repair and regeneration.

Increases the body’s core temperature.

Benefits

Skin health.

Full body wellbeing.

 

Why both red and infrared light matter

Both red and infrared light have a place in your wellbeing routine, targeting the body at different depths, for benefits both inside and out. Multi-light devices combine wavelengths for benefits that go beyond skincare—the CurrentBody Panel LED Light Therapy Panel uses red (633nm), near-infrared (830nm) and deep near-infrared (1072nm) light, creating a synergistic effect for complete rejuvenating treatments. 

With a flexible design providing maximum comfort and convenience, this expert device is an all-in-one self-care solution, designed to be used flat, free-standing or with straps for hands-free treatments.

 Maximize your light therapy results with the right device

So, which device is right for you? If it’s skin-boosting you’re seeking, look no further than the CurrentBody Panel LED Light Therapy Panel, or for health benefits from the inside out, the warming CurrentBody Wellness Infrared Sauna Blanket is your new best friend. Invest in these high-tech tools today for a wellness upgrade that your future self will thank you for.

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Alicia Backhouse Beauty Editor

Alicia is a beauty content specialist based in Manchester with over 5 years of experience in the beauty industry. Having worked with various cult skincare and haircare brands, Alicia now works in-house at CurrentBody Skin, calling on her own experiences with problem skin and industry expertise to inform her writing and express her passion for beauty technology.

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