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Red, Near-Infrared & Blue: A Field Guide to Wavelengths

The Aura™ offers four light modes. Think of them less as settings and more as moods — each suited to a different evening and a different intention. Here is what each one is, and how to build a rhythm around them.

A quick word on wavelengths

Light is measured in nanometres (nm). The number tells you the colour and — roughly — how deep the light reaches: shorter wavelengths stay near the surface, longer ones travel further in. That single idea is most of what you need to choose well.

Glow — Red light (≈630 nm)

The signature mode. Red light is the most-studied wavelength for radiance, and is often associated with the look of firmer, more luminous skin. Reach for it when you want that lit-from-within finish — before an event, or simply on the nights you want to feel polished.

Best for: everyday radiance.  Pair with: a hydrating serum afterwards.

Renew — Near-infrared (≈850 nm)

The deepest-reaching of the four, and invisible to the eye — do not worry if it looks like little is happening. Frequently explored for its supportive role in skin comfort and recovery, Renew is a quiet, restorative setting for the end of a long or depleting day.

Best for: tired, stressed skin.  Pair with: a slow, screen-free wind-down.

Calm — Blue light (≈463 nm)

Closest to the surface. Blue light is commonly used in routines focused on clarity and a fresh, balanced complexion. Think of it as a clean-slate mode for the weeks when your skin feels congested or out of sorts.

Best for: clarity resets.  Pair with: a gentle, non-stripping cleanse beforehand.

Twilight — Mixed

A blend of wavelengths for an all-over treatment when you cannot choose — or simply want everything at once. A good default on the nights you are too tired to decide.

Best for: a do-it-all evening.  Pair with: whatever your skin is asking for.

How to choose in five seconds

  • Want radiance? Glow.
  • Tired, depleted skin? Renew.
  • Looking for clarity? Calm.
  • Cannot decide? Twilight.

A sample week

There is no wrong order, but if you like a plan, this is a gentle place to start:

  • Mon: Glow
  • Wed: Calm
  • Fri: Renew
  • Sun: Twilight

Four sessions, ten minutes each — with room to skip a night without breaking the rhythm.

A few common questions

How long per session? Ten minutes is the whole ritual; longer is not better.
How often? A few nights a week, consistently, beats a daily streak you cannot keep.
Can I switch modes often? Yes — choose by how your skin feels that evening.

Whichever you choose, the rhythm is the same: ten minutes, a few nights a week. More on the science →

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