When shopping for a new beauty tech device, an LED face mask is a great place to start. With an abundance of benefits to your skin, an LED mask allows you to tailor an at-home facial treatment and achieve professional results without leaving your home.
Loved by a long list of celebs, including Victoria Beckham and Maya Jama – and let's face it, their skin always looks radiant – we know that introducing an LED face mask into your routine is a great idea if you really want to see your skin glow.
The Best LED Face Masks At A Glance:
Best LED face mask overall: CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Face Mask, £299 on CurrentBody
Best luxury LED face mask: MZ Skin LED 2.0 Lightmax Supercharged LED Mask, £750 on Look Fantastic
Best budget LED face mask: MAGNITONE London Get Lit Tri Colour LED Face Mask, £75 on Look Fantastic
There are many devices to choose from when it comes to upgrading your self-care routine. From facial steamers that open up and deeply cleanse your pores to facial cleansing brushes to leave your skin feeling silky smooth - there's a beauty gadget for you to get excited about.
Loved the results of a professional facial? With an LED mask, you can experience the same glowing skin without running off to the spa. Once you've deeply cleansed the skin and used a pore vacuum to prep the skin before the LED treatment, you're ready to sit back and let the powerful mask get to work.
SHOP: The Best LED Face Masks
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Best LED face mask overall
Lightweight, flexible and wearable, the CurrentBody LED Light Therapy face mask delivers the perfect dose of dual LED light directly to the skin. Spotted in the hit Netflix show, Emily In Paris, and loved by many a celebrity, Suki Waterhouse described the mask as 'the product that has saved my skin'. Sold. Red light stimulates the production of collagen, calms redness and evens skin tone. Near Infra-Red works beneath the skin's surface to improve blood flow and boost oxygen to the skin's cells. Use three to five times a week for 10-minute sessions. One reviewer raved about this LED Mask dubbing it as easy to use and comfortable. They went on to say its made their new skincare routine work even harder and they can see visible results.
Pros
- Flexible fit
- Fits the contours of the face
Cons
- Needs regular use to see visible results
Best luxury LED face mask
www.lookfantastic.com
From leading London-based facial aesthetic doctor Dr Maryam Zamani comes this advanced LED mask which has been clinically proven to improve inflammatory acne in just eight weeks. With flexible silicone and two light options (red + infrared and red + blue), it works hard to decongest, clarify and stimulate collagen leaving skin plump, firm and glowing. Granted, it's an expensive buy, but if you consider that good in-salon facials can cost upwards of £200 on average, investing in this single product is the cost of four facials, and you can use it whenever you want, wherever you want. Given its unique pink hard shell appearance, this mask was easy to spot in Maya Jama's recent Instagram Stories in which she is seen prepping her skin ahead of filming Love Island All Stars. If it's good enough for Maya, it's definitely good enough for us.
Pros
- Ideal for reduce inflamed skin
- Two LED light options
Cons
- Might not be comfortable to wear for a longer period
Best budget LED face mask
www.lookfantastic.com
You might be surprised to see an LED mask on this list that's under £100, but MAGNITONE has been working hard to make glowing skin more accessible. Choose from blue light to decongest the skin, yellow light for radiance and red light to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, using for 15 minutes at a time. Reviewers love how comfortable and lightweight this mask is to wear. One reviewer loved how they are still able to read and scroll whilst the mask gets to work.
Pros
- Affordable price point
- Comfortable, lightweight fit
Cons
- LED might not reach all corners of the face
Best LED face mask for acne
bondi-body.com
Bondi Body claims that its mask is 31% more powerful than any other mask in its price range, offering red light for skin rejuvenation, blue light to reduce acne and scarring, yellow light to boost skin's radiance and purple light to eliminate acne-causing bacteria, plus reduce hyperpigmentation. It's clinically proven to reduce wrinkles in just four weeks, with 95% of users seeing improved skin tone. Use daily for ten minutes. Our review: "Bondi Body's mask means business. With four light settings to choose from, it targets every skin concern, making it a brilliant option - especially within this price range. It's comfortable on the face and targets all areas of the face evenly. The only downside is that it's remote-controlled, so not entirely hands-free, but I do love that it comes with a high-quality storage bag."
Pros
- Four light settings to treat multiple concerns
- Only needs 10 minutes of treatment daily
Cons
- Bulky to store
Best LED skincare wand
www.beautybay.com
Sometimes, you simply don't have time to pop your mask on and relax for a bit, which means you might end up skipping your mask sessions. If that sounds like you, this LED skincare wand from Solawave will be right up your street. Combining microcurrent, red light therapy, therapeutic warmth and facial massage to leave your skin feeling renewed, it really is a magic wand. With results in as little as two weeks with continued use, it's portable, rechargeable and targets everything from fine lines to puffiness and dark circles. We love it. Our review: "This clever gadget is ideal for those who love a bit of lazy girl beauty, as even just a few minutes each day will benefit your skin, and it takes minimal effort to use. With red light, plus vibrations and heat for a relaxing facial massage, you can depuff and energise the skin at the same time. Bibbidi bobbidi brilliant."
Pros
- Combines LED therapy with facial massage
- Treats multiple concerns
Cons
- Needs charging regularly
Best LED mask for glowing skin
www.lustreclearskin.com
Combining red LED light to improve skin complexion, texture and firmness with blue LED light to eliminate bacteria that causes acne, LUSTRE®'s ten-minute skin wonder does it all. Encouraging glow, radiance and clearer-looking skin, the Revive LED Mask is effortless to use, especially for beginners who want a quick skin treatment on the go. Our review: "This face mask is such a treat to use, and you can really replicate the spa experience from home with a choice of red and blue LED lights to target different concerns. I used this mask over a two week period and continue to do so, interchanging the red and blue lights through the course of treatment. I noticed after use that my skin looks glowy and radiant, and over a few weeks of repeated use I've noticed that I've started to get less acne. Any acne I do get seems to clear up much faster. As someone with health concerns, my skin takes much longer to heal than the average person. So, the fact that this mask encourages skin repair is also really important."
Pros
- Targets multiple skin concerns with two settings
- Promotes skin repair and promotes less breakouts
Cons
- The silicone material of the inner mask does need cleaning often
Best LED face mask for spots
When we think about LED masks, we automatically think about a device that treats the entire face. Forget reaching for the spot stickers when you see a nasty zit - the FaceGym Acne Light Shot Device treats designated areas of the face to target any unwanted active blemishes, oiliness and inflammation. The device uses blue light therapy to naturally treat the skin in just 20 minutes. A reviewer raved about this 'great little tool'. They go on to say that this device is more convenient than a full face LED mask to deal with angry spots.
Pros
- Blue light gets to work on blemishes
- Works on oiliness and texture
Cons
- Needs 20 minutes of use per day
Best anti-aging LED face mask
www.lookfantastic.com
Using a combination of 62 LED lights in blue mode and 100 LED lights in red mode, the DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro from Dr Dennis Gross helps to address skin's appearance and firmness. It's a hands-free design and only takes three minutes, making it ideal for people who can't dedicate too much time to their skincare routine. One reviewer noticed a difference in their skin after just two weeks of consistent use. They loved that work colleagues have commented on how glowing they looked.
Pros
- Three treatment options
- Automatically shuts off after three minutes
Cons
- A heavier mask option
Best multipurpose LED face mask
www.cultbeauty.co.uk
Featuring scientific light principles utilised by NASA, this LED mask uses low-level light therapy through its 770 high-quality surface-mounted, light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to help deliver four wavelengths and six different facial treatment modes. Treatment modes include anti-ageing, purifying, pigmentation, post-injectable, calming and anti-ageing express. After your usual cleaning and exfoliating routine, place the mask on the face, and secure it with the Velcro strap. Press and release the ON button to start treatment. When the set time has elapsed, the programme will automatically end with a short melody, and the LED lights will turn off. Reviewers agree that this device is worth the investment.
Pros
- Six LED light options unlike most LED masks
- Loved by a range of celebs and plenty of positive reviews
Cons
- A bigger investment than others
Best microneedling LED face mask
This LED mask from FAQ 202 is a super light and flexible LED mask designed to target a range of skin concerns from the effects of aging to any unwanted blemishes. Made with 600 light replicators shooting thousands of LED per second, alongside eight different light wavelengths - this LED mask will recreate a professional treatment at home leaving you with a super radiant glow. It also offers non-invasive microneedling patches to plump the undereyes and forehead. Looking to find out more? Check out our full review on the FAQ 202 Silicone LED Face Mask.
Pros
- Lightweight and flexible to wear
- Treats a range of skin concerns
Cons
- Microneedling effect may feel uncomfortable for beginners.
Best portable LED face mask
www.currentbody.com
With this light therapy device, you'll never need to book another professional facial treatment again. Experience the power of a clinical LED light treatment device in the comfort of your own home. Kate Moss was spotted lying under the Dermalux Flex MD LED Light Therapy Device during fashion week to give her skin an instant rejuvenating boost before shooting a killer campaign or walking a catwalk.
This device can be used to treat the face, plus other areas of the body, with the combined power of blue, red and infrared light to target a range of major skin concerns. This supermodel-approved device is definitely an investment, but if you're serious about skincare, this medical-grade device is one to have your eye on.
Pros
- Used by many skincare professionals
- Instant results
Cons
- Difficult to store at home
Best LED eye face mask
www.cultbeauty.co.uk
Target and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the eye area with The Dr Dennis Gross Spectralite EyeCare Pro. This device uses 80 LED red lights to comfortably rebuild the delicate skin barrier leaving your skin looking plump and more awake. The best bit? The treatment time is only three minutes. Reviewers love this tailored mask and one especially loves how it fits perfectly around the eye area to treat any problem areas.
Pros
- Only needs three minutes of use a day
- Stimulates collagen
Cons
- Could be too invasive for those with sensitive eyes
Best LED face mask with range
www.net-a-porter.com
With red, blue, green, yellow and white light, this nifty number deals with a bevvy of skin concerns when used two to three times a week. Start off with just 10 minutes and build up to 30 minutes over time. Results are said to be notable after one month. A reviewer received this mask a gift and they haven't stopped using it since. They also say they noticed drastic results after only one week of use.
Pros
- Five colours of LED
- Works on repairing skin
Cons
- Visible results after multiple treatments weekly
FAQs
What is an LED face mask?
LED (Light Emitting Diode) masks use non-invasive light therapy, meaning they are suitable for all skin types, helping to ward off wrinkles, aid hydration and boost collagen.
What can LED technology do to skin?
Déesse Pro points out that NASA originally developed the technology used in LED masks to help grow plants in space. In zero gravity situations, LED light can provide concentrated energy at various wavelengths to help stimulate plant growth. By capturing this technology in masks, LED light helps to trigger natural intracellular reactions, meaning your skin responds to the wavelength by building, strengthening, and maximising cellular structure. The results? Skin will appear more plump, less inflamed and skin texture will appear more even, making it an excellent treatment for slowing the ageing process.
How LED light can reduce toxins:
Yellow LED light is the deepest penetrating medical grade treatment offered in clinics and helps to stimulate blood flow to the skin, helping to increase luminosity and plumpness. It can also help to reduce skin inflammation by triggering the lymphatic system and encouraging the removal of toxins from the body. It has also been linked to increasing collagen production whilst improving skin health and hydration. Yes and yes.
It can help the body's sleep cycle
A lack of sleep contributes to poor skin health and wellbeing, but LED light masks can actually help to improve the body's sleep cycle. Red LED light helps to stimulate the production of melatonin, a naturally occurring hormone that regulates the body and tells us when we should sleep. When used consistently over time, red light therapy can help to reset the body’s circadian rhythm (the internal body clock), leading to improved sleep quality and duration.
LED light improves sun damage
Sun damage manifests in the skin as sunburn, hyperpigmentation, brown spots and blemishes. These appear on the skin's surface due to an overproduction of pigment in the skin, referred to as melanin. Both green and pink LED lights have been found to be easily absorbed by the skin, offering reparative benefits. Green light is known to be healing for the skin, reducing redness associated with sunburn, thus calming and restoring it. While pink LED light helps to target melanin-producing cells located in the lower layer of the skin’s epidermis and begins breaking them down. Pink LED light has also been found to help cell permeability and absorption, helping to smooth fine lines, wrinkles and improve the skin's overall elasticity.
Can LED face masks boost moods?
During autumn and winter, our mood and energy levels can significantly drop in the winter months. With a lack of exposure to natural light, our serotonin levels – the happy hormones in our bodies – decrease. However, a short burst under an LED light therapy mask can mimic natural light and boost serotonin levels in the body, thereby causing an uptick in mood and energy levels, according to Déesse Pro. In addition to this, LED light therapy mask sessions help to level out cortisol levels in the body and can decrease feelings of stress in just a few short minutes.
How much are LED face masks?
Typically LED face masks range from £200 to £500, but it's worth noting that it's a one-off purchase that you'll use time and time again. However, you can find a range of affordable LED face masks available to buy that provide a similar professional treatment to see visible results.
Bonnie McLaren is the Senior Entertainment Writer for Grazia, writing across online and the magazine.