Skin Treatment Light Carrier Layout for Even Illumination and Heat Transfer

The patent introduces a carrier as an intermediary component that serves dual functions: it supports the light source and acts as a thermal conduction path. The carrier is positioned with its second side in contact with the skin-contacting surface, creating a thermal bridge that transfers residual heat from the light source to the skin without requiring the light source to be in direct contact with the skin.

The patent merges the structural support function and thermal conduction function into a single carrier component. The carrier simultaneously holds the light source and provides a thermal pathway for heat transfer, eliminating the need for separate structural and thermal management components.

The patent redirects light propagation from a direct one-dimensional path to a multi-dimensional path by introducing an optical reflector. The reflector redirects light at angles, causing it to traverse multiple paths and dimensions before reaching the skin-contacting surface, which naturally spreads the light distribution and eliminates hot spots.

The optical reflector creates a feedback mechanism where light that would otherwise be lost or concentrated is redirected back toward the skin-contacting surface. This feedback loop ensures even light distribution by continuously redirecting light paths until they converge uniformly on the skin surface.