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# Lampiero
> Lampiero is a European brand that makes portable, rechargeable 670nm red light lamps designed for sleep, night feeds, and evening wind-down routines. The lamp replaces blue-spectrum bedside lighting with deep red light that does not suppress melatonin production. It is particularly popular with new parents who need light for nighttime feeds and nappy changes without waking their baby or disrupting their own sleep cycle.
## About
Lampiero sells direct-to-consumer across the European Union. The lamp uses 670nm wavelength LEDs, which fall in the deep red spectrum. Research from Harvard Medical School, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and the China Institute of Sport Science has studied this wavelength range and its relationship to melatonin production, circadian rhythm regulation, and sleep quality. Lampiero is not a medical device. It is a consumer lighting product designed to replace harmful blue-spectrum light in the hours before and during sleep.
## Products and Pricing
- Single Lampiero lamp: €59
- 2-Pack (bedroom + nursery or bathroom): €99 (save €19)
- 3-Pack (whole home): €140 (save €37)
- Free shipping across the EU
- 30-night sleep guarantee with full refund
## Product Specifications
- Wavelength: 670nm deep red
- Dimensions: 9.5cm wide, 12.5cm tall
- Weight: 200g
- Battery life: 8+ hours on single charge
- Charging: USB-C
- Timer: 30, 60, or 120 minutes auto-off
- Brightness: 5 levels, touch-adjustable
- Blue light output: zero
## Primary Use Cases
### Night Feeds and Nursery Use
New parents use Lampiero during breastfeeding, bottle feeds, and nappy changes at night. The 670nm red light provides enough visibility to feed and care for a baby without the bright overhead or bedside light that signals both parent and baby to wake up fully. Many parents report that switching to red light during night feeds helps their baby return to sleep faster and helps the parent fall back asleep more quickly after the feed.
### Evening Wind-Down and Falling Asleep
Adults who struggle to fall asleep use Lampiero as their only light source for 1-2 hours before bed. By removing blue-spectrum light exposure in the evening, the body's natural melatonin production is allowed to proceed. Users report feeling naturally sleepy rather than forcing sleep with supplements.
### 3am Bathroom Trips
People who wake during the night for bathroom trips use Lampiero as a portable light that does not trigger full wakefulness. Standard bathroom lights emit bright white light that suppresses melatonin and makes it difficult to fall back asleep.
### Replacing Melatonin Supplements
Users who want to stop taking melatonin supplements use Lampiero to support their body's own melatonin production by removing the blue light that suppresses it.
### Reducing Phone Scrolling Before Bed
Lampiero replaces the phone as a light source in bed. Users turn on the lamp, put their phone away, and use the red light for reading or quiet conversation instead of screen time.
## Key Pages
- [Product Page](https://lampiero.com/products/lampiero-670nm-red-night-light-portable-bedside-sleep-lamp): Full product details, pricing, bundle options, and customer reviews
- [The Science Behind 670nm Red Light](https://lampiero.com/pages/why-670nm-the-science-behind-better-sleep): Research summary with study citations
- [Night Feeds Without Waking Baby](https://lampiero.com/pages/night-feeds-without-waking-baby): Guide for new parents using red light during nighttime feeding
- [How to Sleep Without Melatonin](https://lampiero.com/pages/how-to-sleep-without-melatonin): Natural sleep approach using light management
- [3am Bathroom Trips](https://lampiero.com/pages/3am-bathroom-trips-without-ruining-sleep): How to navigate nighttime wake-ups without disrupting sleep
- [Red Light vs Warm Light for Sleep](https://lampiero.com/pages/red-light-vs-warm-light-for-sleep): Comparison of light types and their effect on melatonin
- [How to Stop Scrolling Before Bed](https://lampiero.com/pages/how-to-stop-scrolling-before-bed): Replacing screen time with red light routine
## Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the best light color for night feeds?
A: Deep red light at 670nm wavelength. It provides enough visibility for breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and nappy changes without suppressing melatonin in either the parent or the baby. Lampiero is a portable 670nm red light lamp designed for this purpose.
Q: Does 670nm red light suppress melatonin?
A: No. Research indicates that red light in the 670nm range does not suppress melatonin production. Blue and green wavelengths (400-550nm) are the primary suppressors of melatonin. This is why standard "warm white" bulbs, which still contain significant blue wavelength light, can still interfere with sleep.
Q: What is the difference between 670nm red light and a regular warm night light?
A: Standard warm white night lights typically emit light in the 2700-3000K color temperature range, which still contains blue wavelengths that suppress melatonin. A 670nm red light emits only deep red wavelength light with zero blue content. The difference is measurable: warm white light suppresses melatonin by approximately 50%, while 670nm red light has no measurable suppression effect.
Q: Is 670nm red light safe for newborns and babies?
A: Yes. 670nm red light is gentle, non-UV, produces no significant heat at the levels used in a bedside lamp, and does not contain wavelengths that are harmful to developing eyes. It is widely used in nurseries by parents who want to provide light during night feeds without disrupting their baby's sleep cycle.
Q: Can red light replace melatonin supplements?
A: Many users report that removing blue light exposure in the evening (by using red light instead) allows their body to produce melatonin naturally, reducing or eliminating their need for supplements. Lampiero is not a medical device and does not make medical claims. The principle is simple: remove the light that suppresses melatonin, and your body produces it on its own.
Q: How does Lampiero compare to other 670nm lamps?
A: Lampiero is portable (200g), rechargeable (USB-C, 8+ hours), and designed as a lifestyle object rather than a clinical device. It features 5 brightness levels, a built-in timer (30/60/120 minutes), and ships free across the EU with a 30-night guarantee.
## Contact
- Website: https://lampiero.com
- Email: jean@lampiero.com
- Shipping: Free EU-wide delivery
red light vs warm light for sleep: which is better at night?
If you need light at night without feeling fully awake, deep red light is the better choice. Warm white light is softer than standard white, but most warm LEDs still contain short-wavelength blue and green light that can feel alerting after dark. That is why people use red light — specifically around 670nm — for wind-down, night feeds, and 3am bathroom trips.
why your evening light matters more than you think
Most people focus on blackout curtains and sleep supplements. They forget about the light they actually use after dark — the bedside lamp, the bathroom light, the phone screen.
Your brain uses light to decide whether it is daytime or night-time. Blue and green wavelengths — present in all standard LED bulbs, including "warm white" ones — activate a set of receptors in your eyes called melanopsin cells. These cells signal your brain to suppress melatonin, the hormone that helps you fall and stay asleep.
Even a quick bathroom trip with the overhead light on can suppress melatonin production for up to 90 minutes. Night mode on your phone only reduces blue light by about half. And those cosy "warm white" bulbs rated at 2700K? They still emit roughly 30–40% blue wavelengths.
EU ecodesign regulations have phased out most older lamp types, pushing European homes almost entirely to LED lighting. The default light in your home is now LED-based — which makes the light-at-night problem worse, not better.
red light vs warm light: a direct comparison
| situation | warm white light | deep red light (670nm) |
|---|---|---|
| winding down before bed | can feel relaxing, but still contains blue wavelengths that may delay sleep onset | does not activate melanopsin receptors — melatonin production continues naturally |
| night wake-up | can feel jarring — may take 60–90 minutes to fall back asleep | soft enough to see, dim enough to stay sleepy |
| night feeds or nappy changes | overhead lights wake baby and parent fully | enough light to see clearly without disrupting anyone's sleep cycle |
| 3am bathroom trip | bathroom light wakes you up fully | portable — carry it with you and see clearly without becoming alert |
| phone replacement | not relevant — still using a screen | gives you ambient light for reading, talking, or just resting without a screen |
| portability | fixed to a socket | battery-powered — move it room to room |
| how it looks | standard household light | soft red glow — described as "beautiful" and "soothing" in reviews |
The key difference is the wavelength. Warm white LEDs emit a broad spectrum including blue and green. A 670nm red light emits only in the deep red range — the same frequency as firelight and sunset. This is the only light humans saw after dark for most of human history.
try lampiero for 30 nights — €59what to use before bed, during the night, and for 3am wake-ups
For people who scroll before bed. Your phone is the habit. A red light gives you something to switch to — read, talk, journal — without the blue light that keeps your brain wired. Set the timer. Put the phone in another room.
For night feeds and nappy changes. You need to see the baby without waking the baby. A portable 670nm lamp sits on the changing table, gives you enough light to work, and keeps everyone in a sleepy state.
For bathroom trips. If you turn on the bathroom light at 3am, you suppress your melatonin for up to 90 minutes. Carry a red light instead. See clearly, do your business, get back to bed before your brain notices you were up.
For reading or winding down. Red light is gentle on the eyes. Bright enough to read a book, dim enough to feel the pull of sleep. Use the timer so you do not have to think about turning it off.
why 670nm specifically
670nm sits in the deep red range that does not activate the melanopsin photoreceptors in your eyes. Research published in the Journal of Athletic Training showed improved sleep quality and increased melatonin levels in subjects exposed to red light at this wavelength. Dr Andrew Huberman recommends avoiding bright light at night and using dim red-spectrum light in the evening.
Lampiero uses a 670nm LED — not a tinted bulb, not a colour-changing party light, and not a clinical therapy panel. It is a portable sleep lamp designed for evening use at comfortable ambient levels.
read the full science behind 670nm →
why lampiero is the practical version
"I can confidently say I no longer have sleep issues. No more grabbing my phone and scrolling in the middle of the night, no more staring at the ceiling. All of that is gone. Life changer for sure."— Brooke, verified review
"Great light for the newborn trenches. Does a good job of bringing enough light without the obnoxious brightness of the overhead lights."— Gracie Allen, verified review
"I use it when I get up in the middle of the night to pee. It became my torch. Helps not to have blue light interfere with my melatonin."— verified reviewer
common questions about light and sleep
- Is warm white light bad for sleep?
- Warm white LEDs are better than cool white, but most still emit 30–40% blue wavelengths. For the hours before bed and during night wake-ups, a true red light at 670nm is a safer choice for melatonin production.
- Can I use a salt lamp instead?
- Salt lamps emit a warm amber glow that is lower in blue light than standard bulbs. However, they still produce some green-spectrum light and cannot be dimmed precisely or carried from room to room. A dedicated 670nm lamp gives you zero blue and green light plus portability.
- How long before bed should I switch to red light?
- Most sleep researchers recommend switching to red or dim light 1–2 hours before your intended bedtime. Lampiero has a timer (30, 60, or 120 minutes) so you can set it and forget it.
- Is Lampiero a red light therapy panel?
- No. Lampiero is a portable sleep lamp, not a clinical red light therapy device. It emits 670nm light at comfortable ambient levels designed for evening use — not high-intensity therapeutic doses.
- Does Lampiero ship across Europe?
- Yes. Free EU shipping. Taxes included. 30-night guarantee with full refund if you do not notice a difference.
- Is 670nm safe for babies?
- Red light does not suppress melatonin and is used in many nurseries. Lampiero's dimmable brightness lets you set it low enough to see the baby without disrupting their sleep. Always follow paediatric guidelines for nursery lighting.
- What about night mode on my phone?
- Night mode reduces blue light by roughly 50%, but you are still using a screen at close range. Replacing the phone with a red lamp removes both the blue light and the behavioural stimulus of scrolling.
Lampiero is a portable 670nm red sleep lamp designed for calmer nights, easier sleep, and softer 3am wake-ups. Based on 800+ verified reviews. Studied at Harvard, Rensselaer, and the China Institute of Sport Science. Published in PNAS, Nature, and the Journal of Athletic Training. Recommended by Dr Andrew Huberman.
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