Posted On: 08/13/2025
When most people think of red light therapy, they picture glowing skin, reduced wrinkles, or faster recovery after workouts. But there’s growing interest in another fascinating benefit, its potential to positively influence mental health. More people are exploring whether consistent sessions can improve red light therapy mood results, promote light therapy mental wellness, and even influence levels of light therapy serotonin.
While it is not a replacement for medical treatment, red light therapy may serve as a supportive tool in your overall wellness routine. Here is how it might work, what research says, and where you can experience it locally.
How Red Light Therapy Might Influence Mood
Red light therapy uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light that penetrate the skin without heat or UV rays. This light interacts with your cells’ mitochondria, the “powerhouses” that make energy. By helping your cells produce more ATP (adenosine triphosphate), red light therapy can improve cellular health throughout your body, including your brain.
When your brain cells have more energy, they may function more efficiently, potentially influencing neurotransmitters like serotonin, which plays a key role in mood regulation. While this is not a substitute for professional mental health treatment, some clients notice better focus, steadier energy, and a more positive outlook after consistent sessions.
What the Science Says
Early findings are promising. A systematic review and meta-analysis in Frontiers in Psychiatry found that photobiomodulation, the technical term for red light therapy, was linked to improvements in depressive symptoms in certain clinical trials.
A review in the Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation further explains how red light may support brain health by boosting mitochondrial activity and improving blood flow, which are essential for mental performance and emotional stability.
While much of the public conversation focuses on skin benefits, studies such as one published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences also highlight its anti-inflammatory effects, which could indirectly support mental health since chronic inflammation has been linked to mood disorders.
Red Light Therapy and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
If your mood tends to drop during fall or winter, you might be experiencing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression triggered by reduced daylight. While bright light therapy is the most common recommendation, some people choose to complement it with red light therapy for its potential brain and skin benefits.
Clients who visit during the cooler months often report that a session feels like a gentle recharge. The effect is not in the same way as caffeine or sugar, but more like a calm and lasting lift in energy and mood.
Combining Skin Care and Mental Wellness
The beauty of red light therapy is that it offers both mental and cosmetic benefits in the same session. Many clients pair it with a UV-free glow using the VersaSpa Sunless Tan, which provides a natural-looking bronze while hydrating the skin. This combination allows you to leave the salon looking and feeling refreshed.
Where to Try Red Light Therapy
If you are ready to experience the therapy for yourself, Boca Tanning Club offers professional sessions in multiple convenient locations. You can schedule at the Coral Springs Tanning Salon or East Boca Tanning Salon, or choose from other nearby spots.
Red light therapy is also available at:
- Jupiter Tanning Salon
- Miami Tanning Salon
- Pompano Beach Tanning Salon
- Stuart Tanning Salon
- West Islip Tanning Salon
- West Palm Beach Tanning Salon
- Weston Tanning Salon
Lifestyle Tips to Maximize Benefits
If your goal is to support both mood and skin health, you can boost your results by:
- Creating a consistent schedule: Two to three red light therapy sessions per week can help you notice changes sooner.
- Pairing with daily movement: Exercise naturally boosts serotonin and works well with light-based treatments.
- Prioritizing good sleep: Exposure to certain light wavelengths earlier in the day may help regulate your body clock.
- Staying hydrated and nourished: Healthy skin and a balanced mood both rely on proper nutrition and hydration.
Why Clients Love the Experience
Many clients describe red light therapy as calming and almost meditative. You lie back in a warm, softly lit space and let the gentle glow do its work. For some, it becomes a weekly ritual not just for the physical effects, but for the mental pause it provides.
With multiple Boca Tanning Club services available under one roof, it is easy to make it part of a full self-care routine. You can enjoy a session, add a VersaSpa Sunless Tan, and leave with a glow inside and out.
Still Have Questions?
We understand that everyone’s wellness journey is different. That is why our team is here to guide you through how red light therapy works, what to expect, and how it may fit into your lifestyle. You can explore answers on our FAQ page or speak directly with a specialist.
If you are ready to take the next step, visit our Contact us page to book your first session or find the location that works best for you.
Boost your mood and your skin at the same time. Book your session at Boca Tanning Club today.