LED light therapy has been an integral part of in-office treatments when one goes for a skin appointment. However, getting regular in-office treatments is not feasible for everyone as one needs to take time out from their busy schedule, book an appointment and show up on time for the same.
LED light therapy has several benefits for the skin. It promotes collagen production and helps with fine lines and wrinkles. It is also great for skin inflammation and leaves the skin looking healthy and glowy. Individuals suffering from acne and hyperpigmentation can also benefit from regular LED treatments.
With the introduction of LED gadgets that are safe to use at home, one can easily incorporate LED light therapy into their daily skincare and enjoy a quick LED session every single day. Although the devices are not as strong as the equipments that one can find in their skin expert's office, they are great to use in between treatments for maintenance.
However, it is important to keep an eye out for devices approved by the FDA, as they are the only ones that provide significant benefits to the skin. This will ensure you get professional-grade LED light therapy in the comfort of your home.
LED light therapy helps one maintain their skin at its best
1) Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro
DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro is an FDA-approved LED light therapy mask that helps fight wrinkles and acne. The mask comes with 100 LED light bulbs in red and 62 LED light bulbs in blue. Their combined effect helps with collagen production and improves the density of the skin.
The LED face mask has three different modes: red, blue, and combined. Red light helps with anti-aging, blue light helps fight acne and combined mode is perfect for regular maintenance. The mask is super easy to use and is a hands-free model, which allows you to go about your day without worrying about having a mask on.
The LED light mask retails for $455 on the Dr. Dennis Gross website.
2) CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Mask
CurrentBody has some of the best beauty gadgets in the industry and their LED mask is not only good for the skin but also comfortable to wear. The mask uses a patented flexible silicone that fits snugly on the face, ensuring the LED waves reach all the nooks and crannies. It is also the face mask that was featured in the hit show Emily in Paris and is part of Halle Berry, Kourtney Kardashian, Rennée Zelweger, and Kaley Cuoco's vanity.
The mask comes with a USB charging cable and makes use of red and near-infrared light. It helps with skin cell turnover, ensuring one is left with soft and supple skin. The near-infrared waves penetrate deep into the skin and increase blood circulation and oxygen flow to the skin cells.
The LED light mask retails for $380 on the CurrentBody website. If one would like to take their neck care up a notch, they can also go for the Face and Neck Kit that retails for $619.
3) FOREO UFO 2
FOREO UFO has been in the beauty market for sometime now, but the newest addition is supposed to be five times faster than its predecessor. FOREO UFO 2 is a 5-in-1 LED light therapy gadget with settings for thermo therapy, cryo therapy, T-Sonic massage, and LED light therapy. It does all this while providing the skin with the ultimate hydration.
One will need to pair this product with a serum for an easy glide, which will also prevent any tugging or pulling of the skin. You can either use a hydrating serum off your vanity or pair it with one of the sheet masks that come with the UFO Hydration Routine bundle. The combination of LED, heat and pulsation ensure the serum penetrates deep into the skin. One can also use the cooling setting to de-puff the face in the morning.
The FOREO UFO 2 retails for $266.11 on the brand's website.
4) Solawave 4-in-1 Skincare Wand with Red Light Therapy
The size of the 4-in-1 wand is not something to scoff at as the product comes with red light therapy, microcurrent therapy, facial massage, and thermo therapy. So not only is this product a great LED light therapy gadget, but it also consists of three other non-invasive skin treatments that one would only get in an esthetician's office.
The LED wand is more of a targeted treatment device compared to a mask and helps smoothen out fine lines and reduce any blemishes. This is great to treat problem areas like crow's feet and laugh lines. The thermo therapy helps with depuffing, giving one a snatched and lifted look.
The LED wand comes in three different colors and retails for $149 on the Solawave website.
5) Trophy Skin LED Light Panels
The Trophy Skin Device is a little different from the rest as it functions similarly to the in-office LED light therapy equipments, but with lesser intensity. If one wants a weekend pamper session or has the time of day to lay down under the LED light, this is the device for them.
If you are struggling with acne and acne scars, the BlueMD Panel is the right choice for you. The product claims to reduce acne in about 30 days and provide one with blemish-free skin. The RejuvaliteMD Panel is perfect for anti-aging, helping with the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and sun damage.
Both the BlueMD Panel and RejuvaliteMD Panel retail for $149.99 on the Trophy Skin website.