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LED therapy is everywhere right now, especially in the beauty world. While LED (light-emitting diode) was first developed for NASA to use and later was available only in medical offices, it's now something you can use to achieve glowing skin from the comfort of your own home. Through different wavelengths, LED therapy can help treat fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, acne, and inflammation.
Red light helps to stimulate collagen production, while blue light fights acne. Yellow light has been proven to improve the texture of skin, and infrared light helps with skin elasticity. With so many benefits, it's no wonder that there seems to be a new LED product on the market every day. There are options for just your eye area or just your lip area, and products that cover your entire d�colletage. There are even tools that will massage your face while you get LED benefits sounds like a dream, right? We'd have to agree, and so do dermatologists.
However, because consistency is key when it comes to using LED therapy, it's important to find a mask that works for you and your specific skin-care concerns. Ahead, we rounded up our favorites, so keep scrolling and get ready to hit "add to cart."
PS Photography | Jessica Harrington Light Activated Beauty Light Therapy Patch ($20)
Sometimes, when all you have is a little tiny pimple, you don't want to sit with a whole-ass face mask we get it. For the occasions when you're just looking to zap a quick zit or a hormonal outbreak, we'd recommend the Light Activated Beauty Light Therapy Patch. It's like a pimple patch, but it's LED-powered. Read the full editor review of the Light Activated Beauty Light Therapy Patch.
Editor Quote: "I decided to give the microdevice a spin for the first time on a small pimple located on my chin. I had been applying spot treatments to the area for a few days now with no success and was hoping the LED patch would bring down some of the redness and speed up the healing process. After the treatment was over and the patch shut off on its own, I peeled it off and found it removed quite easily with zero irritation or tugging. The pimple that it covered looked less red and slightly smaller, just like when I do a full-face treatment with my larger mask." Jessica Harrington, beauty section lead
omniluxled.com Omnilux Eye Brightener ($95)
We love undereye patches just as much as the next person, but do you ever wish they could do even more? The Omnilux Eye Brightener is like a supercharged eye patch. It'll help de-puff and brighten your undereye area using red light, all in a quick 10-minute session. It's hands-free and wireless, so you can multitask. Plus, the lights are surrounded by hydrocolloid patches infused with skin-care ingredients like peptides and niacinamide.
PS Photography | Renee Rodriguez DMH Aesthetics Light Shield ($125, originally $190)
The first time we heard about the DMH Aesthetics Light Shield was when we saw Kourtney Kardashian wearing it. It has red light, blue light, and amber light, and it's the perfect pick if you're looking for something effective that won't entirely break the bank. However, it is very delicate, so be sure to store it in a safe place. You can read more pros and cons in our full editor review of the DMH Aesthetics Light Shield.
Editor Quote: "Overall, despite the few downsides, I've seen great results from using the DMH Light Shield Mask on a regular basis. It's become my absolute favorite beauty tool and one that I have come to rely on when it comes to keeping my skin clear." Renee Rodriguez, senior beauty staff writer and social producer
PS Photography | Kyley Warren 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand With Red Light Therapy ($169)
The Solawave 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand helps you achieve targeted skincare with a small, handheld device. It de-puffs, smooths fine lines, and helps fade blemishes from pesky zits. The brand has wands that target different things, like blue light for acne. You can read our full editor review of the Solawave 4-in-1 Skincare Wand.
Editor Quote: "Considering how notoriously busy my schedule can get, I like that I only need to use Solawave's blue-light wand for a short amount of time each day in order to see results. Per instruction by the brand, Solawave recommends that users carve out at least five minutes a day, three times a week, to use the wand on their skin. Unlike other UV skin treatments that require an in-office visit with a professional and eat up any of my remaining free time, this tool can easily fit into my daily skin-care routine regardless of how busy my life gets. And while the product boasts an over-$100 price tag, it's pretty reasonable considering how pricey other light-therapy treatments can be." Kyley Warren, former shopping assistant
PS Photography | Angela Elias Silk'n LED Face Mask ($299)
Like the editor-favorite Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro, this LED face mask offers mixed-light treatments, can be used for an extended period of time in between charges (138 minutes, to be exact), and will automatically turn off after each session. The red, blue, infrared, and mixed-light treatments help with everything from healing acne to boosting collagen production. Our shopping editor was in the market for a comfortable, intuitive, and budget-friendly LED mask that would reduce redness caused by rosacea while also taming her breakouts, and was impressed with this option.
Editor Quote: "While this mask gives you the choice between a 10-minute red light session or a 15-minute multi-color session, I've always opted for the slightly longer session that goes through all four lights to get the broadest range of benefits. Not only did it help to lighten redness caused by rosacea, but it also lightened old acne scars and sun damage I accumulated over the years. If I have a hormonal breakout, it speeds up the healing in just a single session. After a month of using it, I swapped my daily foundation for a tinted sunscreen and hardly ever reach for concealer anymore. It's also easy to pack and not as delicate as the celebrity-loved DMH Aesthetics Light Shield." Angela Elias, contributing shopping editor
PS Photography | Jessica Harrington Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro ($455)
Okay, yes, we know the name is a mouthful, but luckily, so are the benefits of using the Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro. It's pricey, but it contours to your face perfectly, it's comfortable to wear for extended periods of time, and it's FDA-cleared. It offers red light, blue light, and both colors together. Plus, our editors love it read the full Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro review for more details.
Editor Quote: "There are a number of things that I love about the Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLight FaceWave Pro. First is the fit. Most LED masks that I've tried slip and slide around on my face, making them only usable when laying down and holding them in place. I can put this one on and go about my day, from watching TV to folding laundry. I also love how easy it is to use. There aren't any overcomplicated settings you simply press a button and it begins to work its magic. Though LED light therapy takes a little while to see the benefits Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare recommends you use it for 10 weeks to see results I feel the blue-light treatment immediately reduces any redness I'm experiencing." Jessica Harrington, beauty section lead
PS Photography | Renee Rodriguez Therabody TheraFace Mask ($650)
If one of your friends catches you wearing this face mask at night, you might scare the shit out of them, but we promise it'll be worth it. The Therabody TheraFace Mask has three options: red, red and infrared, and blue, but we especially love it because it has vibration motors around the eyes and top of the head. It's the perfect way to relax before heading off to sleep. Read our full Therabody TheraFace Mask review for more details.
Editor Quote: "The fact that it comes with protective eye shields is a major upgrade. I've always been a little nervous about using LED masks with my eyes open, especially since in-office treatments often involve a pair of protective goggles. This is the first mask I've tested that makes eye care a priority, which is huge.
"Although the mask is big, it isn't uncomfortable, and I've found that I can kick back and watch TV comfortably or lie down in bed without experiencing any issues. The fact that I can see through it also makes it easy to use while working, and I love a product that makes it possible to multitask." Renee Rodriguez, senior beauty staff writer and social producer
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Additional reporting by Angela Elias
Renee Rodriguez (she/her) is a senior staff writer and social producer for PS. She writes across all verticals, but her main areas of expertise focus on fashion and beauty content with an emphasis on reviews and editor experiments. She also produces social content for PS's TikTok and Instagram accounts.
Angela Elias (she/her) is a contributing editor for PS Shopping, where she reviews everything from beauty products to kitchen gadgets, curates can't-miss sales, and creates "best of" shopping roundups. In her former roles at PS, she led the relaunch of its Latine identity and family-focused verticals, directed its Home vertical, and hosted shopping segments. She has nearly 15 years of experience working in the lifestyle space as a writer, editor, content strategist, director, on-camera talent, and publicist.
