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Better skin without putting on pants?

Three selfies sidebyside of people wearing L.E.D. face masks thick masks emitting red light

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Its LED light features are just as impressive.

For shopping market editorAngela Trakoshis, the results have been enough for her to ditch her old LED mask.

This is the coolest beauty technology Ive ever triedbold statement, I know.

Shark Beauty CryoGlow Cooling + LED Face Mask light blue LED face mask with remote on light gray background

Allure commerce writer Jennifer Hussein wearing and demonstrating the Shark Beauty CryoGlow Cooling + LED Face Mask

Im not lying when I say Imobsessedwith it.

“Plus, it lays on my face so comfortablya major plus for these bulky masks.

The gadget even offers purple light therapy, a combination of both lights, to tackle wrinkles and pimples.

Allure commerce writer Jennifer Hussein wearing the Shark Beauty CryoGlow Cooling  LED Face Mask

Allure commerce writer Jennifer Hussein wearing and demonstrating the Shark Beauty CryoGlow Cooling + LED Face Mask

And, since I have a kid, the three-minute treatment time was a major plus.

Skin it’s best for:all |Use time:3 minutes |Power source:wireless |Auto-shut off?

Depending on the setting you choose, the treatment can last anywhere from three to nine minutes.

Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro in rosegold and white colorway on light gray background

Allure shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis wearing and demonstrating the different modes of the Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro

“I’m bad at consistently using devices but always find an excuse to use my TheraFace.

Skin it’s best for:all |Use time:3 or 9 minutes |Power source:wireless |Auto-shut off?

(Think of it as sunlight, but without the heat or UV radiation.)

A selfie of Allure market shopping editor Angela Trakoshis wearing the Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite…

Allure shopping market editor Angela Trakoshis wearing and demonstrating the different modes of the Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro

The medical-grade silicone mask is easy to clean, and you could choose between 10-minute or 20-minute treatment sessions.

Allure contributing editor Deanna Pai turning on and demonstrating the Currentbody Skin LED Eye Perfector.

Pai wearing the Currentbody Skin LED Eye Perfector.

LED face mask in branded white and gray color way on light gray background with red and white 2024 allure best of beauty seal

Allure commerce editor Sarah Han wearing and demonstrating the Therabody TheraFace Mask

“In just three minutes, it targets my crows' feet and brightens my dark circles.

Plus, the hands-free design makes it incredibly convenient.”

Skin it’s best for:all, especially mature |Use time:3 minutes |Power source:wireless |Auto-shut off?

A selfie of Allure commerce editor Sarah Han wearing the TheraFace Mask

Allure commerce editor Sarah Han wearing and demonstrating the Therabody TheraFace Mask

Skin it’s best for:all skin types |Use time:5-15 minutes |Power source:wireless |Auto-shut off?

The included hydrocolloid patches offer zit-shrinking properties, too, since they’re infused withsalicylic acidand green tea extract.

“It’s flexible to fit your face shape and size,” he notes.

HigherDose Red Light Face Mask in bright blue colorway on light gray background

Skin it’s best for:acne-prone, congested skin |Use time:10 minutes |Power source:wireless |Auto-shut off?

What are the different types of LED Lights?

(In other words, it’s ideal for addressing signs ofsun damage.)

A selfie of Allure commerce editor Sarah Han wearing the HigherDose Red Light Face Mask and holding the remote

Sarah Han wearing and demonstrating the HigherDose Red Light Face Mask

Green light can address hyperpigmentation and dark spots as well as brighten skin.

How often should you use a LED mask?

Who should avoid using LED lights?

CurrentBody LED Eye Perfector white LED eye mask on light gray background

Allure contributing editor Deanna Pai turning on and demonstrating the Currentbody Skin LED Eye Perfector.

Otherwise, these gadgets don’t have serious side effects.

We are particularly discerning when writing about skin-care devices.

Our staff and testers

A beauty product is a personal purchase.

A selfie of Allure contributing editor Deanna Pai wearing the Currentbody Skin LED Eye Perfector

Allure contributing editor Deanna Pai turning on and demonstrating the Currentbody Skin LED Eye Perfector.

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Foreo FAQ 202 red and gold LED face mask on light gray background

Allure commerce producer Sarah Hoffmann wearing the Foreo FAQ 202 Red Light Therapy LED Face Mask

Allure commerce producer Sarah Hoffmann wearing and demonstrating the Foreo FAQ 202 Red Light Therapy LED Face Mask

Omnilux Mini Blemish Eraser in oval shape in white and teal on light gray background