Philips BriteLITE 6
by Philips
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Customer Review: very good quality
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this product after a lot of research because I was worried about spending so much money and getting deceived into buying a regular light. I decided to buy this product after checking out philips' (formerly apollo health's) website. The quality of the product is great. The light is super bright but does not get warm or have any funny smells like some reviewers complained on other light products.
At first I thought it was going to be difficult to get used to because the light was so bright and having it shine close to my face was weird. But after a few days of shining it on my face (eyes) when I was eating breakfast it became a habit and I didn't notice it anymore. Now I notice that I am much sleepier when I do not use it.
The main reason I purchased this light was because I live in Wisconsin and have suffered from seasonal depression during the winter for years. Although it is not late enough in the winter to notice for sure, I have realized that if I do not use the light for a couple days I become more sluggish and bummed out, not to mention tired- so it might be working.
I was worried my husband was going to give me a hard time for spending so much on "a light" but when he saw it turned on he couldn't stop staring at it and saying "wow, it's so bright, it's like being outside." Now he uses it all the time too.
I would definitely recommend this light because it is of very good quality and does not take up much room- even though the actual part that the light shines out of is much bigger than I had imagined from the pictures.
Customer Review: Wow, that's bright!
Summary: 5 Stars
I was recently diagnosed with delayed sleep phase syndrome, which was no surprise to me since I have been going to bed between 2 and 3 am and sleeping until 9 or 10 am every morning for most of my life. However, my late bedtimes recently became a serious problem when my twin daughters started high school and I had to wake up by 6 am everyday to drive them to school. I soon found out that you really can't get by on three hours of sleep per night for extended periods and still develop software for a living. I also started involuntarily falling asleep in the middle of conversations or meetings at work and more seriously while driving.
Under a doctor's care, I started taking melatonin at about 7 pm to fall asleep earlier and using the BriteLITE in the morning to get my circadian rhythm fixed up. It has changed my life for the better. Thirty minutes of bright light first thing in the morning makes me feel so good that I now look forward to my mornings rather than cursing them.
This lamp is seriously bright. I use it in my basement office while doing some early morning computer work. I usually work with my door closed so I have to warn my wife and kids that the light is on, unless they want an unexpectedly massive light blast to the retina.
Bottom line: Highly recommended if you are in need of a light box for sleep problems or seasonal affective disorder.
Customer Review: Like a morning cup of java
Summary: 5 Stars
When I got this product, I had high hopes that it would help cure the winter blues. I work where I get no natural lighting, go to work before the sun comes up and come home just as the sun sets.
A lot of people complain about being blinded if you look directly at it and from the reviews I read that is what I understood you were supposed to do. Good thing it comes with a manual that states to put it at a 45 degree angle from you and then occasionally look at it but not for long. This is a great product and I haven't had troubles with it yet.
The one thing I think needs improvement is the angle of the light. Research has shown that the light receptors in your eyes for these wavelengths are more located on the bottom of the retina. This is angled upwards and cannot be put on another surface to point it down.
Despite this, I've noticed a tremendous difference in the way I feel. I also purchased the Philips wake up light to see how that would be to wake up with light.Philips Hf3470/60 Wake-up Light, White It has a 30 minute gradual wake up that also has a couple alarm settings. I find that I actually wake up after about 15 minutes of it gradually brightening. It is also a fantastic product.
Customer Review: This is a life saver!!!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder and I heard that light therapy works well so I decided to purchase this light. I was worried that I would be wasting my money...but there was no reason to worry! This light helped my symptoms within 2 days, honest to God. Before the light, I was having trouble concentrating, I had terrible anxiety, and I was quickly slipping into depression.
Being a nursing student, I know how important it is to try to help yourself with natural remedies and this is definitely the one!
This light is very attractive, easy to use, and it even has a timer (which really comes in handy). I would definitely recommend it to anyone. A few family members are actually going to be purchasing their own lights to use!
IF YOU SUFFER FROM S.A.D. YOU SHOULDNT HESITATE! This light is WONDERFUL! I promise. Good Luck. =)
Customer Review: Love the Light!
Summary: 5 Stars
After speaking with my doctor about Light Therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) I did some exstensive research on all of the products available. This product has the best rate of Insurance Reimbursement for this disorder, it is one of the more respectable brands on the market, and also offers a great warranty. The box is the perfect size to move around, and tuck away when you are done with it for the day. The timer function is great, and the light distance is perfect. I set it on my desk next to me in the morning while I go through my email, and surf the web. 15-30 minutes is all it takes! There were no reviews, so I thought this may help anyone looking to purchase a good product, without the clunky size or the necessary extra equipment. Great buy for the price!