The Science

The Science Behind Red Light

Most nasal relief forces a chemical reaction in your body. Red light therapy works differently โ€” it delivers targeted wavelengths of light into the nasal passage, where they interact with the enzyme inside your cells responsible for producing energy. Better-powered cells are better equipped to regulate their own inflammatory response โ€” naturally, without drugs.

Why Three Wavelengths

Most red light devices emit a single, often uncalibrated wavelength. NovaFlow delivers three clinically studied wavelengths โ€” each tuned to reach a different depth of nasal tissue, so the light works across the full lining of your nasal passage rather than just the surface.

660nm

The deepest-reaching wavelength, penetrating into the sinus tissue where chronic irritation lives.

630nm

Targets the mid-layer of the nasal lining, the zone most reactive to allergens and irritants.

620nm

Works on the surface mucosa, the first tissue to meet every breath you take.

How It Works

1

Light reaches the tissue

The wavelengths pass gently through the nasal mucosa into the deeper sinus lining โ€” no UV, no ionizing radiation, no meaningful heat.

2

Cells absorb the energy

The light is absorbed by cytochrome c oxidase, an enzyme inside your cells that drives the production of ATP โ€” the energy your cells run on.

3

Cells regain capacity

With more available energy, your nasal cells are better equipped to regulate their own inflammatory response to allergens, irritants, and environmental triggers.

4

Breathing feels clearer

As your cells manage that response from the inside, many users find breathing feels more open and comfortable over time โ€” building with consistent use.

What the Research Shows

Intranasal red light therapy isn't new โ€” it's been studied for decades. Here's what the clinical literature reports:

70%vs 3%

Verified nasal improvement in a double-blind, placebo-controlled RCT using 660nm light, vs 3% for uncalibrated light.

679

Patients across 13 independent clinical trials showed measurable nasal symptom improvement.

25

Studies confirmed red light significantly reduced nasal symptoms in a 2021 systematic review.

4/4

Core nasal symptoms โ€” congestion, sneezing, runny nose, and itching โ€” all improved significantly.

Built for Safety

Every NovaFlow unit is manufactured to precise specifications and sent to an FDA-registered testing facility to verify each wavelength is calibrated correctly and safe to use โ€” something uncalibrated, look-alike devices can't promise.

No UV or ionizing radiation
No meaningful heat during use
Light stays inside the nasal passage
Drug-free, with no rebound or dependency

Ready to Breathe Easier?

NovaFlow delivers all three therapeutic wavelengths exactly where you need them โ€” inside your nose โ€” in a simple 10-minute session. No pills, no sprays. Just light.

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NovaFlow is a wellness device, not a medical device, and has not been evaluated by the FDA. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. More questions? Reach us at support@cleriva.com.

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