Skin Wounds & Scars | Photizo Skincare
Red Light Therapy for Wounds & Scars
For skin that takes longer to heal
Slow-healing wounds. Surgical scars. Skin that is taking longer than expected to settle. Photizo Skincare delivers red and near-infrared light in a pre-programmed 16-second dose and is CE marked for the treatment of wounds at home, alongside appropriate wound care.
Shop Photizo SkincareCommon Uses
- Wounds
- Post-Surgical Wound Care
- Scars
At a Glance
- 16-Second Programmed Dose
- CE Marked for Wounds
- Drug-Free & Non-Invasive
How Photizo Fits Into Wound Care
What the device delivers, how it is used, and where it fits alongside your wound-care routine
Dual-Wavelength PBM
Photizo Skincare delivers 633nm red and 850nm near-infrared light to the treatment area. These wavelengths are used in photobiomodulation, which has been studied for its effects on biological processes involved in tissue repair.
CE Marked for Wounds
Photizo Skincare is CE marked for the treatment of wounds. It is designed to complement appropriate wound care, not replace dressings, prescribed medication or treatment from your healthcare professional.
16 Seconds Per Area
One press delivers one pre-programmed 16-second dose. For an open wound, keep the probe as close as practical without allowing it to touch the wound.
Follow the Wound-Care Routine
Photizo's instructions recommend treatment when a dressing is already being changed: after the wound has been cleaned and before wound-care products and dressings are reapplied. Ideally two to three times a week, depending on your wound-care regime.
Common Areas People Use It
Surgical Wounds & Scars
For healing surgical wounds and the scar that develops afterwards, once use has been cleared as appropriate by your healthcare professional.
Hands & Arms
For cuts, wounds and scars in areas that are easy to treat directly with the handheld device.
Legs & Feet
For localised wounds and slow-healing areas, used alongside the wound-care plan recommended by your healthcare professional.
Abdomen
For post-surgical wounds and scars, including abdominal surgery and C-section scars, once the area is appropriate for treatment.
Knees & Joint Areas
For wounds or scars around areas that can be difficult to protect from everyday movement and friction.
Old Scars
For established scars where photobiomodulation is being used as part of a longer-term skin-care routine.
What the Research Shows
Peer-reviewed evidence on photobiomodulation in wound care, including the findings that go against it. None of these studies tested Photizo Skincare.
Wound Healing: A Mixed Picture
A 2024 systematic review and meta-analysis of 18 randomised trials covering 670 skin wounds found significantly greater wound-size reduction with low-level light therapy than with control (95% CI 13.93 to 37.70, p<0.0001).
A 2026 systematic review looking specifically at venous leg ulcers reached a different conclusion. Across 11 trials, photobiomodulation did not significantly reduce ulcer area compared with controls (mean difference 3.77 cm², 95% CI −4.45 to 11.99, p=0.37), with substantial variation between trials. The authors note that high heterogeneity, small sample sizes and methodological limitations reduce confidence in the result.
Research into photobiomodulation for wound healing is promising but not uniform. Results vary considerably by wound type, wavelength, dose and protocol, and these studies investigated the approach rather than testing Photizo Skincare itself.
Taha N, Daoud H, Malik T, et al. Cureus. 2024;16(10):e72542. · Rasul A, Plum F, Karmisholt KE, Kirketerp-Møller K. Wound Repair Regen. 2026;34(2):e70144.Scar Appearance
A small case series of three patients applied near-infrared LED light daily for 30 days to one side of a healing scar, leaving the other side untreated, and followed them for up to a year. The treated side scored better for pliability, height and colour. Three patients is a signal worth reporting, not proof, and the source was an 805 nm LED.
Scar use sits alongside the wound indication rather than replacing it. The clinical evidence for scars is much more limited than it is for wound care.
Barolet D, Boucher A. Lasers Surg Med. 2010;42(6):597-601.
Award-Winning Device
Photizo Skincare won Best Skincare Treatment Device or Tool in the woman&home Beauty Awards 2020.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can it be used on darker skin?
Photizo does not use UV light, and the manufacturer states that its red and near-infrared LED therapy can be used across skin types. Follow the programmed dose rather than extending treatment times. If you have melasma, post-inflammatory pigmentation or another diagnosed pigmentary condition, speak to your dermatologist before use.
How is it different from a red light mask?
Photizo Skincare is a targeted handheld medical device with a fixed 16-second programmed dose, CE marked for the treatment of wounds. Consumer red-light masks vary in wavelength, output, dose and intended purpose.
Can I use it every day?
For wounds, follow the manufacturer's wound-care schedule. Photizo recommends treatment ideally two to three times per week, depending on the wound-care routine. If daily treatment is appropriate, it should not continue for more than seven consecutive days before returning to two to three treatments per week.
When should I expect to see a change?
There is no reliable timeline. Wound healing depends on the type and severity of the wound, your general health and the wider wound-care plan. Scar remodelling also takes place over many months. Do not increase treatment frequency simply because you do not see an immediate change.
Can Photizo Skincare be used on an open wound?
Yes. Photizo's instructions include treatment of open wounds as an adjunct to appropriate wound care. Keep the probe as close as practical without allowing it to touch the wound, and use it when the wound is already being cleaned or the dressing changed. Treat the whole wound area as well as the surrounding tissue. It does not replace prescribed dressings, antibiotics or other wound treatment.
Can I use it after surgery?
Photizo Skincare can be used as part of wound care following surgery, but follow the instructions given by your surgeon or wound-care professional. Do not remove dressings or change your prescribed wound-care routine simply to use the device.
Are there situations to avoid?
The Photizo Home Care instructions (PLT-MDF-01-03-03H-VER 7.0) list these precautions: do not use light therapy on any cancer or suspected cancerous mass; do not use on areas directly over a developing fetus in pregnancy; anyone with a seizure disorder should avoid looking directly at the light beam; and do not over-treat, as excessive daily use may cause over-stimulation and delayed healing. Do not let the probe touch broken skin or an open wound, as this poses a cross-contamination risk; treat close to the wound without contact. The device is an ancillary treatment used alongside medical care, and you should not discontinue prescribed medication. Read the manual in full before use.
Support for wound care at home
16-second programmed dose. CE marked for the treatment of wounds. Ships from Ireland.
Shop Photizo SkincarePhotizo Skincare is a CE-marked medical device for home use. Content on this page is for informational purposes and does not replace medical advice. Speak to a dermatologist, GP, or wound care nurse for any persistent skin concern. Individual results vary.