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Byrdie / Chloe Jeong
Pop an at-home LED mask on for a few minutes a day to stimulate collagen production; reduce lines and wrinkles; combat inflammation; and leave skin healthier and glowier. LED light therapy involves exposing the skin to different wavelengths of light, each of which has a different effect on the skin (and comes with a different color).
Byrdie Researched & Approved
Our best overall pick is the Dr. Dennis Gross Spectralite Faceware Pro, which offers both red and blue light settings and a short treatment time. For a budget-friendly alternative, consider the Skin Gym Wrinklit LED Mask.
Although at-home LED masks won't give you the same level of results you might see from an in-office procedure, but they're an ideal maintenance option in between appointments or to maximize treatment.
We conducted hours of research on top-rated at-home LED masks, evaluating each on range of skin concerns the device addresses, ease of use, and number of LED lights per device. Our testers used these for weeks at a time, rating not only how well each addressed specific skin concerns like texture, tone, lines, and wrinkles but also the device’s design and comfort. Our team then combined these results with our own research to compile our list of the very best on the market.
Ahead, find the best LED light therapy masks to use at home.
Best Overall
Dr. Dennis Gross DrX SpectraLite FaceWare Pro
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Sephora
Medical-grade technology targets acne and fine lines
Easy to use
Short treatment period
Offers different wavelengths of light
Expensive
Rubber band tends to slip off easily
Who else recommends it? Women's Wear Daily, Marie Claire, and Who What Wear all picked the Dr. Dennis Gross Spectralite Faceware Pro.
Ibarra is a fan of hands-free masks, which she says tend to be easier for people to use (which in turn makes them more compliant). This is one of her favorites, a medical-grade option that targets the entire face and offers both red light and blue light settings. There’s also a setting that combines both, which is a major win in our book. Plus, since a session is just three minutes, it’s super easy to work into a daily routine.
Price at time of publish: $435
Target Areas: Full face | LED Lights: 162 red and blue | Skin Concerns: Aging, acne | Session Duration: 3 minutes
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Byrdie / Ashley Rebecca
What Our Testers Say
"I used the mask every single day for 90 days (and have continued use since then). Another wonderful takeaway I've noticed is that the tone of my skin appears radiant, and my complexion looks fresh, which I’m very satisfied with." — Ashley Rebecca, Product Tester
Best Budget
Skin Gym WrinkLit LED Mask
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Ulta Beauty
Targets acne, fine lines, and texture concerns
Wireless and easy to use
Offers different wavelengths of light
No automatic shut-off
Longer treatment period
The hard truth of the matter is that, as a general rule of thumb, high-quality LED light therapy devices are going to be pricey. After all, these are inspired by in-office technology. So yes, to a certain extent you do get what you pay for (which is why this is the only option on our list under $100). Still, this pick—which looks more like a protective face shield than a mask—does offer three different wavelengths—red, blue, and orange—and is wireless and easy to wear. Though you do have to wear it for longer than many others, anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes is recommended.
Price at time of publish: $99
Target Areas: Full face | LED Lights: Red, blue, orange | Skin Concerns: Aging, acne, dullness | Session Duration: 15 to 30 minutes
Best for Comfortable Wear
CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Mask
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Amazon
Targets fine lines and acne
Doesn’t have to be used daily
Comfortable
Cord can be slightly cumbersome
The hard, plastic, Power Rangers-esque vibes of many of these masks can admittedly be off-putting and not the most comfortable. That’s why we appreciate this unique pick; made of a patented flexible silicone, it quite literally wraps around your face. And that not only makes the whole experience more comfortable, it also ensures your complexion is more evenly targeted by the LED light. (In this case, it’s a combo of red and near-infrared light to help target signs of aging.) Also nice: You only need to use it three to five times per week for best results.
Price at time of publish: $499
Target Areas: Full face | LED Lights: 49 red | Skin Concerns: Aging, acne | Session Duration: 10 minutes
Best for Lips
reVive Light Therapy Lip Care Device
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Courtesy of Walmart
Plumps the lips slightly
Short treatment period
Bite tray must be cleaned every use
This lip mask is designed to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around your lips—plus, its red lights help to boost circulation, leaving your lips feeling plumper, too. You can use it daily, for sure, and then add on an extra session (you can use it up to three times per day) before a big night out. An attachable bite tray lets you hold it in place with your mouth, too.
Price at time of publish: $99
Target Areas: Lips | LED Lights: Red | Skin Concerns: Aging, loss of firmness | Session Duration: 3 minutes
Best for Eyes
Skin Inc Optimizer Voyage Tri-Light Glasses
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Courtesy of Skin Inc
Targets puffy eyes, dark circles, and fine lines around eyes with different wavelengths of light
Easy to use
Hands-free
Only treats one small area
Given that the skin around your eyes is the thinnest on the body, it’s also where signs of aging show up first. So if you’re looking for something to complement your eye cream, consider these tech-y glasses. (FYI, you do want to be careful with LED light therapy and your eyes, which is why it’s important to only use products dedicated to this sensitive area.) The sides of the glasses feature LED lights including red light for anti-aging, yellow light to combat dark circles, and orange light to tamp down puffiness.
Price at time of publish: $175
Target Areas: Eyes | LED Lights: Red, yellow, orange | Skin Concerns: Dark circles, puffiness, aging | Session Duration: 10 minutes
Best for Body
Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite BodyWare Pro
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Sephora
Offers different wavelengths of light to target inflammation and acne
Can be used on different areas
Wireless
Adjustable
Expensive
Riffing off of that best-selling face mask, this newbie from Dr. Dennis Gross also offers that same option of red, blue, or red and blue light. It’s wireless and adjustable, and can be used anywhere on the body including chest, arms, legs, back, shoulders, or wherever you might encounter body acne. Red light is clinically proven to help combat inflammation. It's also great for pain relief; this boasts a special setting if you want to use it for that purpose.
Price at time of publish: $435
Target Areas: Full body | LED Lights: 216 red and blue | Skin Concerns: Aging, acne | Session Duration: 3 minutes for cosmetic reasons; 14 minutes for pain relief
Best Customizable
FOREO UFO Smart Mask Treatment
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Sephora
Offers different wavelengths of light to target large pores and texture
Short treatment period
Not hands-free
This high-tech tool basically gives you a customized facial in just 90 seconds. How it works: Start by applying a sheet mask or serum, then use the accompanying app to help tailor your session. This tool uses red, blue, and green LED light, at a variety of temperatures to deliver sonic pulsations for improved product penetration.
Price at time of publish: $219
Target Areas: Full face | LED Lights: Red, blue, green | Skin Concerns: Large pores, dull skin | Session Duration: 90 seconds
Best for Targeted Areas
SolaWave Wand
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SolaWave
Targets acne and inflammation
Can be used all over face
Warmth makes experience relaxing
Not hands-free
Okay, so this may be more of a souped-up face roller than a mask, per se, but it is a super unique (and easy) way of reaping the benefits of red light therapy. The small tool (it looks and feels like a razor) offers red light but also delivers microcurrent, therapeutic warmth, and facial massage. You can either glide it all over your face or just focus on targeted areas, but either way, the five-minute session is very enjoyable.
Price at time of publish: $150
Target Areas: Full face | LED Lights: Red | Skin Concerns: Aging, acne | Session Duration: 5 minutes
Best Non-Mask
Trophy Skin RejuvaliteMD Red Light Therapy
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Makes for a spa-like feel
Interchangeable blue light panel also available
Targets fine lines and texture
Cannot multitask while using it
Similar to the types of devices you’ll find in-office, this free-standing base and LED panel is meant to hover over your skin while you lay down. The combo of red, yellow, and amber LED lights helps improve texture and tone, and one session takes just five minutes. (A win for those of us who find it challenging to lay still with our eyes closed.) It also comes with protective eye goggles and has an automatic timer.
Price at time of publish: $200
Target Areas: Full face | LED Lights: 120 red, yellow, and amber | Skin Concerns: Aging | Session Duration: 5 minutes
Best for Hands
Omnilux Contour Glove
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Reduces pigmentation and fine lines
Longer treatment period
Everyone’s hands could use a little extra TLC. Along with applying SPF and hand cream daily, you can also pop on these gloves (they kind of look like an oversize oven mitt) a few times per week. Slip it on one hand and let the red lights do their thing for 10 minutes, then switch hands.
Price at time of publish: $345
Target Areas: Hands | LED Lights: 144 red | Skin Concerns: Aging | Session Duration: 10 minutes
Best Multi-Tasker
MZ Skin Light-Therapy Golden Facial Treatment Device
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Net-a-Porter
Offers different wavelengths of light to target discoloration, acne, and fine lines
Short treatment period
Expensive
There’s really not a complexion concern that this mask can’t address. In short, it works for anyone and everyone, thanks to the rainbow of different light settings. It has the red and blue light we’ve talked so much about, but also a green light for combating discoloration, yellow light for minimizing redness, and white light to tamp down the sensitivity. Yes, please. FYI, for best results, use it for 10 minutes, two to three times per week, gradually working your way up to 30 minutes per day.
Price at time of publish: $625
Target Areas: Full face | LED Lights: Red, yellow, green, blue, white | Skin Concerns: Aging, acne, discoloration, inflammation | Session Duration: 10 minutes
Best for Travel
The Light Salon Boost Advanced LED Light Therapy Face Mask
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Dermstore
Near-infrared light targets fine lines and inflammation
Flexible fit
Compact
No blue light to target bacteria
This compact and flexible model features optimized red and near-infrared waves to help combat signs of aging and regenerate skin. We love its flat-lay compact design for travel, and that you can use the device up to five times per week. Your complexion may look brighter with visibly improved smoothness from the very first 10-minute use.
Price at time of publish: $495
Target Areas: Full face | LED Lights: 98 LEDs including red and near-infrared | Skin Concerns: Aging, inflammation | Session Duration: 10 minutes
Final Verdict
Our best overall pick is the Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro, a medical-grade device that offers both red and blue lights to target fine lines, acne, and inflammation. We also love that it is easy to use, comfortable, and has a short treatment time. If you're looking to target the eye area specifically, consider TreatmentSkin Inc Optimizer Voyage Tri-Light Glasses.
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Meet the Expert
Dendy Engelman, MD, FACMS, FAAD is a board-certified dermatologic surgeon in New York. Dr. Engelman is an award-winning, celebrity dermatologist, often featured in the media as a consultant.
What to Look For in an LED Light Therapy Mask
Red Light
If signs of aging are your primary concern, board-certified dermatologic surgeon Dr. Dendy Engelman says to look for a mask that offers red light. This particular wavelength is ideal for helping to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin for smoother, less wrinkled skin in addition to reducing the appearance of pores and reducing inflammation. In addition to red light, she mentions that amber and white light also offer anti-aging benefits.
Blue Light
If you’re battling blemishes or looking to prevent future breakouts, Engelman says that blue light is best known for its ability to kill acne-causing bacteria. It also controls oil production and can be an effective treatment for psoriasis and eczema.
Adjustable Settings
As is the case with pretty much any beauty tool, opt for a pick that offers either several different types of light and/or varying intensities. This will give you the most bang for your buck and will ensure that you can tailor the treatment to give your skin exactly what it needs.
The Right Design
As Engelman explains, not all LED light therapy masks are the same, so you’ll want to look for a design that fits into your lifestyle. “If you want to multitask while you mask, make sure to get a wireless model,” she says. “If you really only need to target skin concerns around the eye area, there are small sunglasses-shaped models; on the other hand, if your neck could benefit from light therapy, too, look for masks that come with a neck piece.”
Why Trust Byrdie
Byrdie contributor Melanie Rud has over a decade of experience in the beauty industry, writing for some of the biggest magazines and websites out there. As a skincare enthusiast, she’s always loved professional LED light therapy treatments but recently hopped on board the at-home bandwagon as well. She uses the Dr. Gross face mask featured in this story every night (and has noticed a definite improvement in her skin texture and tone) and has also tried many of the other options on this list.
According to our Diversity Pledge, 15% of products in our newly-published market roundups will feature Black-owned and/or Black-founded brands. At the time of publishing, we were not able to find enough LED light therapy masks from Black-owned and/or Black-founded businesses to meet this percentage. If you know of one we should consider, please email us at contact@byrdie.com and we will evaluate the product ASAP.
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