The Better than Sunshine lamp from Mitolux is one of the most exciting new vitamin D lamps to hit the market! Of course, as usual, we checked the UVB and infrared output with our lab-grade spectrometers, so you know exactly what you’re getting!
Let’s jump right in!
The Overview
This product’s thoughtful design delivers exactly as promised, mimicking nature by emitting only infrared before and after UVB exposure. The proximity sensor ensures safe use, and the multiple modes cater to various skin types and UV tolerances. It’s a great investment for boosting vitamin D, with the added bonus of red/infrared light therapy!
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The Mitolux Vitmain D Lamp
The Mitolux is a vitamin D lamp with a unique twist. Unlike traditional broadband fluorescent UV lamps, it utilizes cutting-edge 295nm narrowband UVB LEDs for a more precise and efficient effect.
But that’s not all—it also mimics the Sun by incorporating healthy doses of red and infrared light before and after UVB exposure, enhancing its benefits. This comes in the form of 590nm, 630nm, 830nm, and 850nm LEDs that can help prepare and heal your skin during a session.
This is a perfect pairing for anyone who wants to produce vitamin D naturally without worrying about irradiating their skin with UVA or getting a tan.
The Mitolux feels like a quality product! It weighs 3 lbs, has an all-metal and glass body, and features an onboard fan to keep the electronics cool during use.
Using the Mitolux
To use the Mitolux, select a “mode” and press the power button.
Ten power levels are available depending on your skin type and tolerance to UVB light. There is also a red/infrared-only mode. A small proximity sensor on the front will beep and warn you when you get too close (13 inches) while using the UVB mode.
The back of the Mitolux includes a table with the recommended modes for each skin type.
If you’re unfamiliar with skin types, here’s a chart:
To give you an idea of the area, this lamp lights up 15 inches away; it’s pretty decent!
Session Durations
So, how long are the UVB sessions?
P1: 3 min
P2: 4 min
P3: 5 min
P4: 7 min
P5: 8 min
P6: 9 min
P7: 10 min
P8: 12 min
P9: 13 min
P10: 15 min
Infrared runs the entire session. However, UV is only turned on in the middle of each session. Below is a graph of the emissions for each UV mode:
The Glasses
The Mitolux comes with two pairs of glasses that completely block UVB. The amber pair lets most of the infrared through, while the black pair cuts down on it quite a bit.
Here’s an example of what they block from the Mitolux:
Testing the Mitolux
Here is where I tested the actual spectral output using our spectrometer!
Spectral Output
Below is a nice colored graph of the Mitolux’s spectrum.
Just as advertised, you can see that 295nm UVB diodes are present here. We also see those amber/red and infrared diodes.
Here’s an average from 15 inches away:
It doesn’t look like a lot of UV light, does it? Let’s look a little closer at that, though…
UV Output
Believe it or not, the Mitolux has a maximum light intensity similar to the Sperti lamp. However, unlike the Sperti, it only puts out UVB.
According to this 2017 study, diodes between 290 and 300nm seem the most effective at producing vitamin D in human skin. Since the Mitolux is primarily this type of UV without all the extra UVA, I can see this being “safer” than the Sperti. More bang for your buck, let’s say.
Overall, I think the Mitolux is a great vitamin D lamp.
Infrared Output
Selecting H on the Mitolux turns on the infrared-only mode, which runs for 10 minutes. Mitolux recommends using this mode at a distance of 6-12 inches.
Here’s a close-up of the spectrum of just the infrared portion at 6 inches:
Here is a chart showing the total irradiance in mW/cm2 from 1-12 inches:
This is a decent output and should be enough light to be effective anywhere in this range.
Flicker Testing
I was curious about any flicker, so I tested this as well.
There’s a small amount of high-frequency flicker here, but not much.
Overall Thoughts
I was impressed by this product’s thoughtful design, which performs exactly as promised. Its ability to emit only infrared light before and after UVB exposure beautifully mirrors the natural process.
Another standout feature is the proximity sensor, which warns you about getting too close during the UV session. I also appreciated the various modes tailored to different skin types and UV sensitivities.
This lamp is worth the investment if you’re seeking a safe and effective way to boost your skin’s vitamin D production. The bonus? It doubles as a red/infrared light therapy device—a fantastic added benefit!
MitoLux Vitamin D Lamp
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hello, searching for answers on the internet i can see peple have raised their D3 in blood with Sperti but nowhere is Mitolux results. are you planning on using it and having blood tests before and after. will it actually work though
I’m planning to do testing this winter yes! However, I’m quite positive it will work. The radiation spectrum and power are just about all you need to know and they are well within the vitamin D action spectrum.