Why Philips TL01 Narrowband Tubes

It is important you understand what narrowband treatment is, why it works and why you should use the Philips TL01 Narrowband Tubes and only Philips TL01 Narrowband tubes. The only certified tube in the UK for the treatment of psoriasis – used by hospitals, recommended by doctors and dermatologists worldwide.

Now VAT FREE for chronic sufferers.

Ask one question and make sure you get a proper answer (even if you don’t buy from us) – Does the unit contain Philips TL01 Narrowband tubes ?

What is Narrowband 311nm

Narrowband means that light is mainly emitted over a specific wavelength (ie. over a “narrow band” of the spectrum). It is important for sufferers of psoriasis, vitiligo etc that this specific wavelength is 311nm (known as the theraputic wavelength for psoriasis and vitiligo etc.). Some tubes are classed as narrowband (but operate at a different wavelength) and don’t emit light at 311nm at all. All “unbranded” narrowband advertised as 311nm emit much (and I mean much) less at 311nm than the market leading Philips TL01 Narrowband tubes. No tube emits 100% at 311nm, but Philips comes closer than any other available tube. Don’t forget the Philips tube is the tube of choice for many, many hospitals and clinics and Philips TL01 are the only certified tube in the UK for the treatment of psoriasis and fully endorsed by the FDA for the treatment of psoriasis and vitiligo.
If it doesn’t say Philips on the tube – it isn’t !

Philips are the best - the facts.

With Philips TL01 UVB Narrowband Tubes you get the absolute best (78% UVB to total UV output, 19.5 (as new) reducing to 17.7 UVB irradiance at the skins surface). Philips Narrowband UVB lamps emit light over a very short range of wavelengths concentrated primarily in the therapeutic range (311nm) – over 66% of light is at exactly 311nm (this is 40% more than any other available tube in the world). This tube was developed specifically for psoriasis, vitiligo and similiar skin conditions. The TL01 tubes last for over 1000 hrs usage (the output of the tubes diminish by 5% after 500 hrs and 10%+ after 1000 hrs). That can equate to somewhere between 10 and 12 years usage before the tubes need to be replaced.

Philips TL01 UVB Narrowband tubes are therefore safer and more effective than all UVB Broadband and other “narrowband” lamps. In fact, users who use other tubes are more likely to spend 33% more time per session on their units and because more light is outside the theraputic optimum – burning and long term side effects are more likely as well as inferior quality of treatment. Treatment times with Philips TL01 are shorter with no or minimum side effects (redness, itching and burns) and much better results.

We could offer you cheaper less effective lamps but we don’t. Best lamps = Better results and remember if it doesn’t say Philips on it then it isn’t ! (figures sourced from Philips and Cosmedico websites – link to Philips website available on links page)

At MBS we use nothing but the best market leading Philips TL01 311nm UVB Narrowband Tubes in all our units and that’s 100% guaranteed ! (our smaller units use Philips PL01 tubes). Philips Narrowband tubes are usually more expensive but you won’t be disappointed with the results as they have been developed specifically for the purpose of treating psoriasis, vitiligo etc with an extremely high success rate. Be careful there are cheaper tubes on the market – some companies use the Arimed B tubes (4.6% UVB to total UV output ie. the vast majority is not even UVB) which aren’t really for the treatment of psoriasis (can be suitable for acne and atopic dermatitis) and some other companies use tubes inferior tubes manufactured in China or elsewhere (then rebranded).

Be careful – some cheeky companies will show all the Philips Narrowband facts and figures and then actually supply you a product with different tubes in !! It is a fact backed up by over 400 independent clinical studies – no other tube is as effective at treating psoriasis or vitiligo as the Philips TL01 Narrowband.

Before purchasing (even if you don’t purchase from us) always ask, does this unit contain Philips TL01 or PL01 UVB Narrowband tubes ? – you can’t be too careful when it comes to your health.

Please note :- in our mini units we use the Philips PL01 36w Medical Narrowband tubes – these tubes are the mini-version of the larger TL01 tubes (you cannot get small tubes with the lettering TL01 – TL actually stands for linear lamp i.e. a straight lamp) and last for approx. 1000hrs usage. The Philips PL01 lamps offer the same benefits as the TL01 within the same light spectrum (mainly UVB at 311nm) – 78% UVB to total UVB Output. Due to the smaller light face (approx 20ins for the 36w) and tube, the light is at a lesser intensity and the UVB irradiance at the skins surface is 5.6. The mini units are used in treating just small localised areas of psoriasis, vitiligo etc arms/legs/hands.

The hand held units use the Philips PL01 9w tubes – (light face approx 8ins with a UVB irradiance of 1.3), the life expectancy of this tube is also around 1000 hrs usage.

It’s not just me saying it – “More than 400 independent clinical studies around the world have shown that Philips UVB Narrowband (TL/01) Phototherapy lamps are the most effective lamps currently available for the treatment of Psoriasis and Vitiligo, as well as other less common skin diseases. ” (Quote from Philips – a link to the Philips website is available on our links page)

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Warning be careful – there are companies selling cheaper units that do not contain the Philips TL01 tubes and are therefore not only less effective at treating your condition but also they are more dangerous as they emit light at non-therapeutic and more harmful wavelengths. Always ask what tubes are in the unit before purchasing. We could supply units with cheaper tubes but don’t. With Philips narrowband – you pay for the quality and you will get the best results. The success rate quoted is only achievable with Philips Narrowband and with no other tube (there have been over 400 clinical tests around the world that support this. Philips UVB TL01 Narrowband is the only certified tube in the UK for psoriasis treatment and is the tube of choice of most doctors, dermatologists, hospitals and clinics worldwide.

MBS Much Better Skin

Vanessa Neary

2024-05-17

My daughter had nasty psoriasis, following a throat infection. At only 18 this impacted her terribly. MBS were brilliant. They delivered the light for hire within 4 weeks (I know they now have a longer waiting list) and after 10 weeks she is psoriasis free. The whole process was seamless and I’m so grateful. THANK YOU!

Mohsin Nazir

2024-04-26

I have been using a Narrowband UVB lamp from MBS, and both their product and customer service is outstanding. I recently needed some help with the product and Roy dealt with me extremely efficiently. Highly recommended!

andrea Turner

2024-03-20

Excellent purchase. The only treatment that comes near to curing my psoriasis. Excellent customer service and ongoing support if its required . Would recommend 100% Andrea

sharon shazam

2024-03-15

Top marks for MBS. Roy was firstly able to offer me lots of advice on the unit I was buying and made it clear he was available anytime to go over any queries . The unit arrived sooner than he stated and we were able to use it immediately. My son’s psoriasis responds very quickly to light treatment and after two weeks there were noticeable signs of improvement. He has been using it for a month following the guidelines for use, and he is delighted with the results. He has previously had treatment through NHS, but this is not available when you most need it. Although this was a big cost to us, I am absolutely happy we afforded it as we are now able to keep on top of future breakouts. And thank you Roy for a follow up call and great customer relations.

Emma Connolly

2024-02-07

I highly recommend MBS. I have had psoriasis for over 10 years and have had phototherapy once before previously at a hospital. I was at first reluctant to hire a unit rather than go through the nhs again. However, with waiting lists over a year long i enquired about hiring the 9 tube canopy unit and Roy got in touch straight away. The detailed information provided immediately put me at ease and the service was excellent with Roy able to deliver the unit within a few days. I had been relying on different topical creams including enstillar, but they never completely cleared my psoriasis and i was concerned about what the long term effects could be. The light therapy, as well as being much less time consuming, has worked so much better than the topical creams. My skin is now completely clear for the first time in years. I would not hesitate to use MBS again.

Susan Flatley

2024-01-12

Both myself and my daughter have psoriasis. Generally, my psoriasis is calm but I react to strep infection which results in a sudden flare up of guttate psoriasis which covers me from head to toe and is awful. I have had light therapy at the Mater Hospital and Beaumont – so I know how effectively it works. Now, age 54, after another flare-up, I did some research, found nowhere in Ireland that sold UV lamps, and came across MBS. In short, I think they are the best – their lamps are all "hospital-grade" and Roy is knowledgable about how they all work for particular skin types and severity of skin disorders. It was great to actually talk to a "real person" about it all. So, I took the plunge and made the investment in a full size, 7-UVB-canopy lamp. That was 8 weeks ago, I started at 30 secs, increasing slowly to 2.5 mins. It works immediately –(I knew it would)– the itching calms down first, then slowly the legions get flatter, then they fade to pink and then are gone. My face and upper body cleared within a few weeks. The more stubborn lower legs are almost disappeared at this stage. My daughter has plaque psoriasis almost constantly. (It breaks my heart.) In the summer, we always try to get out in the sun, which is amazing. She had been using tanning salon sunbeds quite a lot, which is not ideal. I am really glad now to have a proper therapeutic lamp in our own home to use exactly when we need it, no waiting on referrals and no long treks to the hospital every second morning. Yes, it was a substantial investment, but there is massive peace-of-mind having it here at home, knowing it is effective and not having to depend on ointments. Myself and my husband collected our unit from Roy in Warrington. It fitted in the back of our estate car. Trip went very smoothly! I highly recommend.

Ellie E

2023-11-10

I’ve suffered from Psoriasis for over 40 years; I had a major flare up a few months ago after contracting Covid (the sore throat which accompanied this was a trigger). After trying the usual steroid ointments and various creams nothing was really helping and by this time 75% of my body was covered in painful plaques and the itching accompanying this was unbearable and it severely impacted my life. I had previously had UVB treatment at my local hospital which had been very successful in alleviating my condition, however this option was not open to me due the length of the waiting list and I was told I would have to wait until early next year to have more phototherapy. I did some research online and found Much Better Skin; after a call to Roy who was very helpful I ordered a unit and it arrived a couple of weeks later. Approximately 8 weeks later my skin is now completely clear - I felt the benefits after just a few sessions and the awful itching had lessened considerably. I honestly can’t recommend this unit highly enough - it’s given me my life back and although the canopy isn’t cheap it is worth every penny paid. I now have the peace of mind that when I have an inevitable flare up in the future I’ll be able to treat myself at home right away.

Simonne Tate

2023-10-20

It's time to make Roy blush again! I don't normally leave reviews but I just had to share my experience with MBS. This company is more than 5 stars in my opinion. My first conversation with Roy, I tried my luck and called on a Sunday afternoon; to my wonderful surprise Roy answered the call. I will be forever grateful that he did. After Roy ascertaining my needs on that call, such as the extent and coverage of the Psoriasis, I placed my order for the 9 tube Philips light unit the next morning. I received my unit within the month as explained. The delivery driver's clearly have the same work ethic as Roy as they were very informative regarding the use of the system and left me with some top tips for great results. I am currently 10 sessions in and for the first time since I was 18 (currently 45!) my skin is flat, I don't make it snow where ever I go! (if you know you know!), I knew I had exhausted the list of endless creams from the doctors that haven't worked and I knew I didn't want to go to the next stage the biological injections, so I did some research and found my saviour MBS & Roy! My review doesn't end there; I was further blown away by receiving a welfare call from Roy checking how everything was going, this level of customer service and satisfaction is rare nowadays and with such a delicate subject matter it has cemented my thoughts regarding what an amazing service this company provides, not only is my skin transforming before my eyes but my mental health is also being cared for by this company. A million thankyou's.

David Simpson

2023-09-28

Very helpful regarding ordering and quick professional delivery and unpacking. I have had psoriasis since having tonsillitis over 10 years ago. My skin is the best it has been thanks to the 9 tube curved phototherapy unit. It is large and expensive. It us quick to use and a lot easier than using creams or hand held nuvb devices. If you can afford it, I would recommend buying it. Thus is the same kind of device as you would get in hospital. Be careful when starting as it is easy to get burned. I have not developed a tan but can show my skin in public.

Sarah Martin

2023-08-30

Absolutely top service from MBS. Ordered a medical grade sun lamp for my daughter and they took my details as there was a waiting list. As soon as one came available (much earlier than I expected) they called me and I went to get it the next day. You can rent it and renew easily (they phone you) and my daughters psoriasis has cleared up completely. Much more reasonable than buying one and a pleasure to deal with the Company. Would highly recommend.

Why Philips TL01 Narrowband Tubes

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What is Narrowband 311nm

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