LED Face Masks Are Worth the Splurge—But Only If You Know the Best Ones to Buy

Pros: Boosts skin cell productivity, stimulates collagen production, improves fine lines, brightens

Cons: Only 1 treatment option

Key Benefits: Boosts collagen and glow, targets wrinkles | Bulbs: 236 | Wavelengths: Red, near-infrared, deep near-infrared light | Treatments: 1

CurrentBody's Skin LED Mask uses red light in 10-minute treatment increments to boost skin cell productivity. It gives skin a more youthful appearance by stimulating collagen production, improving the appearance of fine lines, evening the skin tone, brightening, and tightening. I use this mask four to five times a week, and it's by far my favorite option. After a couple weeks, I noticed my skin had an extra glow to it that wasn't there before and hyperpigmentation faded so much more quickly than normal.

Customer Review: "I’ve been using my LED mask every morning for almost a month, and I’m thrilled with the results thus far! This past year I’ve lost over 100 lbs and also had skin cancer removal on my forehead. My hopes were to improve skin laxity/texture and promote healing at the surgery site on my forehead, excited to see continued improvement!"

Pros: High-tech, comprehensible user experience, noticeable results

Cons: None we can think of

Key Benefits: Smooths and tightens skin, targets acne, diminishes fine lines | Bulbs: 480 | Wavelengths: Red, blue, infrared light | Treatments: 4, plus under-eye cooling

If you’re looking for a mask that does a little more than just blast your skin with light, you’re in luck. This mask is truly the spa experience in a device, offering an array of remote-controlled treatments that include instant chill settings to firm the skin and de-puff the under-eyes. Its three light settings, red, blue, and infrared, can be used in combination or alone to target different skin concerns—from sagging skin to acne.

Editor Review: “To be honest, I was a little skeptical when I saw the phrase ‘MedSpa-inspired LED mask.’ I mean, how could that not be gimmicky? But after testing it for the past two months, I can totally see why that verbiage makes sense. See, the remote has a tiny screen with four treatments to choose from: a six-minute Better Aging Treatment, eight-minute Skin Clearing Treatment, four-minute Skin Sustain Treatment, and a five- to 15-minute Under-Eye Revive Treatment. Scrolling through the options really feels like sifting through a MedSpa menu. There are plenty more reasons to snag this high-tech mask—the comfortable fit, the under-eye cooling pads, and of course the clinically tested results—but my favorite aspect has to be this elevated user experience. It makes me want to reach for the device daily, which only benefits my skin in the long-run.” —Jamie Schneider, senior beauty editor

Pros: Stimulates circulation, firms skin, relaxing

Cons: Quite pricey

Key Benefits: Contours and smooths skin, boosts radiance, diminishes acne | Bulbs: 648 | Wavelengths: Red, blue, infrared light | Treatments: 3, plus massage vibrations

Much like its sister product, the Theraface Pro, this mask puts in the extra work to incorporate movement (tiny vibrations) into your beauty routine—except this mask boosts the circulation in your skin, whereas the handheld device employs percussive therapy to tone and contour. The mask offers three light options to target skin texture, firmness, acne, and more, and it utilizes the most LED lights of any of the masks on this list, ensuring fast results.

Editor Review: “Clearly, I have a thing for LED masks with extra perks! This one from Therabody includes vibration therapy in its LED treatments, which helps ease scalp tension and boost circulation in the skin. It does have a buzzing noise thanks to those vibrations (you can turn off the vibration setting if that bothers you), so I like to wear headphones and watch Netflix or listen to a podcast during the nine-minute treatment.” —Schneider

Pros: Red light wavelength reduces fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and redness

Cons: Sellout risk

Key Benefits: Smooths wrinkles, reduces redness and hyperpigmentation | Bulbs: 132 | Wavelengths: Red, near-infrared | Treatments: 1

If Bella Hadid loves it, this mask must be doing something right. This FDA-cleared option from Omnilux provides red light therapy proven to help reduce fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and redness. This mask comes recommended by Farber as well as the brand's Clear Mask ($395), which targets acne. 

Customer Review: "Love the device. Would recommend to friends and family! I purchased it because I wanted to slow down the appearance of wrinkles. It has really helped make my skin appear smoother. Really happy!"

Pros: Designed for acne-prone skin, helps brighten your complexion

Cons: Charging port can be faulty

Key Benefits: Reduces acne, appearance of redness, boosts glow | Bulbs: Not listed | Wavelengths: Red, blue light | Treatments: 3

Skin Gym's option is a tad budget-friendlier. The mask features blue, red, and orange light therapy designed for acne-prone skin. The addition of orange light is nice because it is said to help give dull skin more of a youthful glow.

Customer Review: "So far I have been using this LED facial mask three times a week. The acne on my chin is completely gone and the mark is getting lighter. Love it."

Pros: Less expensive than other options, seven light color therapy options, adjustable time settings

Cons: Not cordless

Key Benefits: Improves appearance of acne and wrinkles, stimulates bloodflow | Bulbs: 150 | Wavelengths: Red light | Treatments: 7

I have this device from Newkey and think it's one of the best options at a lower price point than other masks out there on the market. It offers seven light colors, and you can change the strength of the light and the duration of the treatment. It's a great option for those who are new to light therapy and would like help with moderate acne or fine lines and wrinkles. It also offers adjustable times on treatments so you can do a longer or shorter treatment if you like.

Customer Review: "This mask did A LOT for my skin. The thing I noticed the most was that it gave my skin a glow and reduced inflammation. I used it daily for two weeks. Full disclosure - I did return it but not because it wasn’t producing results. You have to use it for 20 minutes a day (recommended time) and it just turned out to be difficult to find that time in my day. This mask is not cordless so you are somewhat tethered to one spot while using. I purchased a different mask that is cordless and requires 3 minutes a day - however the new mask was extremely pricey. If you are looking for an affordable LED light mask and don’t mind any of the above then this is the mask for you. You WILL get results with time and consistency of use."

Pros: Offers seven light therapy colors, customizable strength, more affordable than other light masks

Cons: The cord is too short

Key Benefits: Brightens skin, improves glow | Bulbs: 150 | Wavelengths: Red light | Treatments: 7

I love that this option from Houzzi offers seven different light therapy colors for a truly custom treatment. This mask also offers custom treatment times and can go all the way up to 60-minute treatment times.

Customer Review: "I love that this has so many color options and strength choices. You can intensify the mask as you see fit. I stay lower and it’s still awesome. Very powerful for the price. I wish the cords were different. Not very long and come disconnected if not on a solid surface which is hard when you’re plugging in and trying to lay back on a bed or in a chair. Also, I don’t use the strap bc the plastic hurts around my eyes. But it still works fantastic when you lean back and prop up the cord."

Pros: Great for beginners, seven color settings for a custom treatment, has both a face and neck attachment

Cons: Pricey for low bulb count

Key Benefits: Firms and smooths skin, adjustable intensity | Bulbs: 192 | Wavelengths: Red light | Treatments: 7

This mask also offers seven colors, and you can adjust the intensity of the light, which makes it another great option for beginners.

Customer Review: "Absolutely LOVED this LED light therapy mask by Hime Sama. Its very easy to use and it is not uncomfortable. My favorite thing about this particular mask is that it has 7 color settings to choose from depending on your preference or skin need. My personal favorite is the green light not only does it balances skin tone, reduces puffiness and improves the complexion of the skin it releases stress. Overall I have truly seen a difference on my skin and so far I am loving it!! Highly recommended it!"

Pros: Offers even light color therapy options, reduces redness and skin inflammation

Cons: Not very comfortable to wear

Key Benefits: Minimizes appearance of acne, evens skin tone, smooths wrinkles | Bulbs: 150 | Wavelengths: Red, blue light | Treatments: 7

Aphrona also offers seven light color options and is FDA-cleared. It's also coated with pearl powder, which makes it scratch-resistant. Additionally, you can pair it with your favorite water-based serums to enhance your results. We wouldn't recommend pairing it with with any harsher actives like retinoids, BHAs, or AHAs, but pairing it with gentle, water-based serums with no exfoliants may be beneficial.

Customer Review: "It's very relaxing and soothing. I'm still pretty new to using this device but I'm really happy so far! I will be back in a couple months to give an update on my skin results. But as of now, I noticed that my redness has calmed. My skin is looking really nice and the texture is soft. I am not experiencing any breakouts (shocking). So I think it's helping me that as well. Which is amazing. I have not gone through all the different colors yet. Really looking forward to that also."

Pros: Stimulates collagen and encourages healing, reenergizes skin

Cons: Quite expensive

Key Benefits: Smooths wrinkles and fine lines, diminishes blemishes | Bulbs: Not listed | Wavelengths: Red, near-infrared light | Treatments: 1

This mask from The Light Salon is an at-home version of the brand's in-salon Skin Health Rejuvenation Treatment. It does exactly what it sounds like with the addition of plumping and brightening the skin. The mask also improves cell activity and treats all layers of the skin by stimulating collagen and encouraging healing.

Customer Review: "I researched this a lot before I bought and I’m happy to say I’m so happy I went for it. I see a noticeable difference in skin tone and texture every time I use it, and can tell the results are actually lasting. Coupled with a nice serum this has changed my skin for the better."

Pros: Three treatment color options, customizable experience

Cons: Some users report charging issues

Key Benefits: Treats breakouts at the root, evens skin tone and texture | Bulbs: 162 | Wavelengths: Blue, amber, red, infrared light | Treatments: 3

Our very own beauty director, Erin Jahns, is a fan of this luxe LED face mask from Dr. Dennis Gross. There are three treatment options with this mask: red light therapy, blue light therapy, and a combination of the two. It really allows you to customize your results and even helps prevent future breakouts.

Customer Review: "Just takes 3 minutes! I use it on the red/blue combined setting every morning. The 3 minutes is so manageable for every day use, and after about a month of use, I can see the impact and improvement it's having on my skin."

Pros: Gives skin a youthful glow, decreases skin inflammation

Cons: Battery doesn't last long

Key Benefits: Improves glow, boosts collagen production | Bulbs: 198 | Wavelengths: Red, near-infrared | Treatments: 1

This red light therapy mask combines red and near-infrared LED technologies to enhance your natural glow. It mimics the low-level rejuvenating wavelengths found in natural sunlight and leaves your skin extra radiant.

Customer Review: "I've had this red light face mask for almost two weeks and am loving my results already! My skin is so much more glowy, and I haven't had a new blemish since."

Pros: Five light therapy color options, results can appear quickly

Cons: Most expensive recommendation yet

Key Benefits: Smooths and events skin texture, rejuvenates glow, improves lymphatic flow | Bulbs: 198 | Wavelengths: Red, blue, yellow light | Treatments: 5

MZ Skin has this sleek gold mask that features five light colors: red, blue, white, yellow, and green. If you have sun spots, pigmentation, or sensitive skin, the green and yellow light therapy options on this mask might be good for you. Yellow light boosts circulation and lymphatic flow and soothes the skin, while green light helps reduce pigmentation, broken capillaries, and sun spots.

Customer Review: "Amazing! Best thing I have used for my skin. Immediate results."