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I don’t mean to brag, but thanks to my job, I’ve been lucky enough to try some of the best LED masks on the market. From the iconic CurrentBody LED mask to Beauty Pie’s more affordable LED offerings and even luxury options from the likes of Dr Dennis Gross, I’ve tested my fair share of skincare tools, and they’ve become a key part of my skincare routine.
That being said, I’m not oblivious to the fact that they are a serious investment. If I weren’t working as a beauty editor, there’s no way I’d feel comfortable dropping £500 on a piece of skincare tech. Yes, the cost per wear is worth it, and yes, regular LED facials would cost you way more in a clinic, but it’s still a huge amount of money. So, when a slightly more affordable LED mask from Therabody landed on my desk, I was intrigued to see whether it would live up to its more luxury competitors. After just two weeks of testing, I can’t imagine myself using another LED mask ever again.
I’ll be honest, I usually like to wait a little longer before reviewing high-tech skincare tools like these, as it can take months of consistent use to see visible results. That being said, thanks to the incredible technology in this LED mask, after 14 days of use, it’s already become a go-to product (yes, I’ve already had compliments on my skin), so I had to write about it straight away.
What Is the Therabody TheraFace Mask Glo?
I’ll be totally honest with you, although I was familiar with Therabody (I swear by the brand’s massage gun), I had never heard of this LED mask before a sample landed on my desk. So, what is it? As the name suggests, this mask is designed to help you get your glow on. While most masks offer red LED light therapy, this mask features red and blue light settings, along with massage technology to increase circulation and relieve tension.
Therabody
Theraface Mask Glo
Pros
- Offers red, infrared and blue light technology
- Additional vibration massage setting
- Hands-free design
- Short and long treatment times available
- Rivals much more expensive models
Cons
- Bulky design is hard to travel with
- Can leave marks around the eyes after a 12-minute treatment
LED Mask Features
The LED Light: As mentioned, this mask combines red, infrared and blue light technology. It features 633 nm (nanometers) of red light, 830 nm of infrared and 415 nm of blue light. While red light can help stimulate collagen and elastin (which in turn plumps and firms the skin), blue light is known to help fight acne-causing bacteria.
The Mask: While some LED masks are made of flexible silicone, this mask has a more rigid design. That being said, I found that it covered the entire face. Plus, it features an impressive 504 LED lights to ensure even distribution on the skin. The best bit is that it’s cordless, meaning you can wear it hands-free.
The Straps: The mask comes with two different adjustable straps, one that sits around the back of the head and one that secures the mask in place on top. When the massage function is turned on, you feel it on the side of your head throughout the strap.
The Settings: While the mask comes with a preset treatment time of 12 minutes (four minutes of each light), you can also select a shorter four-minute treatment. Plus, you can also use the massage setting all on its own, making it a great facial massager tool, too.
My Review
I have to say, for £299, this is one of the most impressive LED masks I’ve tried. I usually reach for a more expensive model, but since testing this, it’s become my new go-to. I love the fact that it offers both blue and red light, and the added massage feature is such a treat to use at the end of a long day. I thought the four-minute treatment time would appeal to me, but I’ve actually been using the 12-minute treatment. I think this is because the mask is hands-free, meaning I can go about my evening while wearing it. The fact that it can change from red to infrared and then blue light without me even having to press a button is so handy (as you can see above, if you want to move on to the next treatment quickly, you can press a button at the side to move things along).
Like I said at the start, I’ve only been using it for two weeks, so although I can’t comment too much on the visible difference in my skin, I have noticed a reduction in breakouts (yes, an LED mask can be one of the best acne products). Whether that’s down to the mask is hard to say, but I’m so excited to see what results I get the more I continue to use it.
If I had to find some downsides, one thing I would say is that the eye shields can leave a few marks around the eyes after a treatment. However, they do disappear after a few minutes. Another thing is that the design is quite bulky, so I wouldn’t recommend travelling with this mask unless you have a lot of suitcase space. Apart from that, I can’t fault it.
How Does This LED Mask Compare to Others?
I know I’ve spoken about it at length, but I really want to highlight how this mask differs from others, as it’s truly what makes the price so impressive. While some masks feature red and infrared light, this mask offers red, infrared and blue light LED technology, allowing it to tackle a wider range of skincare concerns. Not only that, but it’s the only mask I’ve ever tried that also has a massage setting, making it a dream to use. The full-face coverage is also impressive, and while there are a few hands-free designs out there, this is one of the more affordable skincare tools on the market. Don’t get me wrong, £299 is still a huge investment, but I wouldn’t recommend it unless I believed it was truly worth it.
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Therabody
Theraface Mask Glo
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