Introducing the HigherDOSE Full Body Red Light Mat

Introducing the HigherDOSE Full Body Red Light Mat

Inside The Development Of The Full Body Red Light Mat, With Jessica Alcalde, VP Of Product At HigherDOSE

At HigherDOSE, we get to develop products we wish already existed in our own wellness routines, and the Full Body Red Light Mat is one I’ve personally been waiting for. It’s not just a launch I’m excited about from a brand perspective; it’s truly become a personal essential in my daily life.

We’ve always loved red light therapy for its ability to boost skin radiance, ease pain, support mood, and even promote hair growth. So we set out to create a full-body red light product that could adapt to every way we love to use it: direct skin contact for deep recovery and a healthy glow, hanging in the morning or evening for circadian rhythm support and mood-boosting benefits, and the ability to layer with our other HigherDOSE tech for the ultimate wellness stack.

Why We Created The HigherDOSE Full Body Red Light Mat

Our goal was to create a red light device that’s as versatile as it is effective. We focused on wavelengths with the most research behind them (660nm red light & 850nm NIR), targeting pain relief, skin rejuvenation, and mood balance while keeping the programming simple so you can use it daily without overthinking settings.

We wanted something that could integrate seamlessly into your life and your space. Whether you want to:

  • Lay on it for full-body recovery after a workout

  • Hang it for circadian rhythm support in the morning or evening

  • Stack it with other HD favorites, like PEMF therapy, for next-level restoration

It’s designed to meet you where you are. One of our favorite combos? Lying on the PEMF Pro Mat, draping the Red Light Mat over your body, and adding the Red Light Face Mask. You’ll feel the calm instantly, and you’ll see the glow right away.

Woman lying on full body red light mat

The Science Behind the Red Light Glow

We engineered the Red Light Mat with an optimal irradiance of 90 mW/cm², a level supported by clinical research as both safe and effective for longer sessions. It delivers enough power to spark real change at the cellular level: stimulating energy production, repair, and regeneration without ever feeling overwhelming. With dual wavelengths: 660 nm red light, known to boost skin radiance and collagen, and 850 nm near-infrared light, which penetrates deeper to support blood flow, ease inflammation, and speed recovery. For added benefits, the NIR also pulses at 40 Hz, a frequency studied for its ability to ease pain, support neurological health, and also has skin benefits. Together, they create a powerful full-body treatment designed for both immediate glow and lasting wellness.

How It Feels To Use The Red Light Mat

There’s something instantly calming and mood-boosting about red light therapy. The moment you flood a room with its warm glow, it sets the tone for relaxation and rejuvenation. The experience is immersive yet effortless: morning sessions help gently wake your body without the harshness of blue light, while evening sessions support deeper relaxation before bed. You can be lying in bed winding down for the evening, just waking up with morning coffee, meditating, or simply closing your eyes for a few minutes of mindful breathing, and the tone is set with the intoxicating red light glow.

How I Actually Use It

The Full Body Red Light Mat gets a lot of use in my apartment, pretty much all day long.                                                                    

In my small NYC apartment (shout-out to my fellow storage-strapped city dwellers), I’ve hung hooks in our workout/wellness room and my WFH office, which also happens to be my bedroom, to keep it accessible. I’ll pull it down to lie on after a workout, pair it with the PEMF Mat for a midday reset, or simply turn it on in the evening while getting ready for bed.

This past year, I’ve had to rethink what self-care means for me. I used to think I had it down—HIIT workouts, clean eating, a solid skincare routine—and I would be militant about it. It didn't matter if I was tired; I’d still power through. I wasn’t prioritizing recovery or stress management. I didn’t realize how much I needed it until my body gave me no choice. Turning 40 hit me with spiked cortisol, weight gain, anxiety, and the kind of workaholism that’s hard to quit when you love your job.

I still love going hard though! Those sweaty, endorphin-fueled HIIT sessions aren’t going anywhere, but now I’m mindful of my cycle, my recovery windows, and how I’m balancing my energy. Being able to bathe in red light anytime I want has become my reset button, helping me calm down, recharge, and actually get the most out of the workouts I love.

And it’s not just me! My best friend/roommate uses it constantly, too. After long days on her feet as a private chef, she lies under it on her bed to ease muscle soreness and speed up recovery. Her favorite part about a Full Body Red Light Mat recovery session is the glow it brings right away. It’s pretty satisfying to see her come out from under the red light with a big smile on her face and say, “OMG, look at my skin!”

The Full Body Red Light Mat has become more than just a wellness tool. It’s a daily ritual that supports recovery, boosts mood, enhances skin health, and helps me feel balanced, energized, and ready for whatever’s next. Now, we get to share it with the HigherDOSE community, so you can experience the same benefits in your own rituals.

 

SOURCES

MDPI: Tang L, Qin H, Lin S, Liu M. Effects of Pulsed Red and Near-Infrared Light on Neuroblastoma Cells—Pilot Study on Frequency and Duty Cycle. Photonics. 2023; 10(3):315. https://doi.org/10.3390/photonics10030315

National Library of Medicine: DE Oliveira MF, Johnson DS, Demchak T, Tomazoni SS, Leal-Junior EC. Low-intensity LASER and LED (photobiomodulation therapy) for pain control of the most common musculoskeletal conditions. Eur J Phys Rehabil Med. 2022;58(2):282-289. doi:10.23736/S1973-9087.21.07236-1