8 Best LED Face Masks That Our Testers Say Actually Work 2025

Finding one of the best LED face masks for home use is quite the investment. This is why, Glamour editors evaluated more than a dozen of the most popular LED face masks this year alone to find out which ones really live up to the hype. We tapped dermatologists to understand what features are must-haves for efficacy, plus asked a team of testers to evaluate FDA-approved and dermatologist-recommended red light therapy masks based on how comfortable they were to wear, and how well they actually worked to improve their skin (while subtle, you can peep the before and after pictures below).

Our top overall pick, the Qure Q-Rejuvalight Pro Facewear Light Therapy Mask, is competitively priced, only takes three minutes (7 minutes less than the average treatment time!), and our testers noticed brighter skin within two months of consistent use. We also like the ever-popular Omnilux LED face mask, as well as Shark’s first-ever LED mask, which just launched this month, for its innovative under eye cooling, but we’ll report back after we’ve had longer to review it.

Without further ado, after over a year of testing, we’re confident these are the best LED face masks on the market.

The best LED face masks, at a glanceBest Overall: Qure Q-Rejuvalight Pro Facewear Light Therapy Mask, $360Most Affordable: Skin Gym, $99Best for Dull Winter Skin: Red Light Therapy Face Mask, $349Best for Acne: Dr. Dennis Gross SpectraLite FaceWare Pro, $455Best for Antiaging: CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Mask, $380How we chose the best LED face masksFDA Clearance: All of the LED face masks on our list are FDA-cleared. The Mayo Clinic, as well as the dermatologists we spoke to, stressed the importance of this for both safety and efficacy.

Design: Some LED face masks are molded and structured, while others are made of flexible silicone. While the more structured masks may sit closer to your skin, the flexible masks tend to be lighter and more comfortable to wear. We also like masks that are entirely wireless, since bulky battery packs/controllers can negatively impact comfort, though some have clips to help counteract this problem.

Light Modes: Most LED face masks operate with red light or a combination of red and infrared, but some have additional lights like blue or amber to treat other skin concerns. These are the most common LED light therapy colors and their benefits:

Red-light therapy (620-750nm): Penetrates deeply into the skin, has anti-inflammatory, antiaging, and collagen-stimulating effects, can help to minimize fine lines and wrinklesBlue-light therapy (405-420nm): Does not penetrate as deeply and has antimicrobial properties to target acne-causing bacteria, making it an effective form of acne treatmentInfrared, near-infrared, and amber light (760-1400nm): Can help reduce redness and even out skin tone from dark spots or hyperpigmentation from sun damageWe started by scanning the market for the most popular and well-reviewed LED face masks, plus asked dermatologists for the ones they recommend to their own patients and even use on themselves. Then, we asked both men and women over the age of 30 with various skin concerns to put more than 12 FDA-cleared devices to the test.

Our testers evaluated each mask design and features, plus considered attributes like comfort, treatment time, and ease of use. And, since LED face masks don’t work overnight, we asked each tester to continue using their mask, checking in with them over the course of the year to get a more solid idea of just how effective each unit is.

To keep our finger on the pulse, we are consistently trying any updated or new models—like the latest from CurrentBody and Shark. We will continue to update this article to include more concrete notes on efficacy and durability as testing progresses.

1. Best LED Face Mask Overall: Qure Light Therapy Mask

Qure Q-Rejuvalight Pro Facewear Light Therapy Mask

Brigitt Earley demonstrating the Qure Light Therapy Mask

Original image by Glamour contributor Brigitt Earley

Light Modes: Infrared, deep red, red, amber, blueWhat it treats: Acne, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, tone and textureTreatment Time: 3 minutesWireless: YesThis viral face mask first caught our attention back in April for its quick 3-minute treatment time, plus the fact that you can conveniently control it with your smartphone to completely customize your treatment and target specific skin concerns. We were also drawn to its structured yet lightweight design which sits right up against the face.

I’ve been using this face mask for almost 10 months now. I love that it’s entirely wireless (no controller hanging down) and light enough to multitask—a must for me as a busy professional and mom of four small children. I do also appreciate the built-in eye protection, since it makes it easier to see while you’re wearing the mask. Since incorporating this mask into my routine, my skin looks glowier than ever—especially for someone approaching 40 years old.

What makes it stand out: You can create a customized treatment based on a wide range of skincare concerns (acne, wrinkles, pigmentation, and tone and texture).What could be better: The eye protection is a little confusing to install.2. Best Value: Skin Gym Wrinklit LED Mask

Skin Gym Wrinklit LED Mask

Original video by Glamour contributor Brigitt Early

Light Modes: Red, blue, amberWhat it treats: Acne, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, tone and textureTreatment Time: 15 minutesWireless: YesYou generally have to spend hundreds of dollars for an LED face mask, but this one from Skin Gym retails for less than $100 while still delivering the red and blue wavelengths dermatologists say you need to see results.

The lightweight plastic mask sits on two arms that slip over your ears—much like sunglasses—so it doesn’t sit quite as close to the face as other options. But I like how easy it is to operate. Simply press the power button. Unfortunately, there’s no built-in timer, so you’ll have to set your own and then manually shut off the mask after the recommended 15 minutes.

What makes it stand out: This lightweight face mask is a fraction of the price of other devices, but still meets minimum thresholds for red and blue light recommended by dermatologists.What could be better: There’s no automatic shut-off, so you need to use your own timer.3. Best Flexible Mask: Omnilux Contour Face

Omnilux Contour Face

Original video by Glamour contributor Brigitt Earley

Light Modes: Red, near-infraredWhat it treats: Fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, acne scarsTreatment Time: 10 minutesWireless: Yes (with controller)“[This mask has] been shown to reduce visible signs of aging and redness,” says Y. Claire Chang, MD, a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist at Union Square Laser Dermatology in NYC. It’s also a flexible mask that comfortably molds to many different face shapes. (If you’re looking for a men’s LED face mask, the brand even carries a flexible silicone Omnilux Men device.)

For those who prefer a silicone face mask, I found this one easy to operate via the remote that hangs down from the one side. Simply toggle it on and wait for the 10-minute treatment time to be up. It does lack the versatility you get in other masks, since it only operates on red and infrared wavelengths, but if you want a competitively-priced LED device that’s comfortable enough to wear while relaxing or multitasking, this is it. After three months of consistent use, I noticed my dry skin looked more alive, and I had fewer fine lines in between Botox appointments.

What makes it stand out: Operation is intuitive and it’s comfortable and lightweight enough to wear while multi-tasking.What could be better: It only has red and near-infrared light.4. Best for Dull Winter Skin: HigherDose Red Light Therapy Face Mask

HigherDose Red-Light-Therapy Face Mask

Jenifer Calle demonstrating the HigherDose Red Light Therapy Face Mask

Original image by Glamour senior commerce editor Jenifer Calle

Light Modes: Red, near-infraredWhat it treats: Fine lines, wrinkles, inflammation, acneTreatment Time: 10 or 20 minutesWireless: Yes (with controller)We were particularly drawn to this mask for its design—it’s extremely flexible, so it expertly contours to the face bends. It also has three straps—two on the side and one on top—so you can get a snug fit no matter your face shape. It also comes with extra plugs for international getaways, making it a travel-friendly option too.

Glamour senior commerce editor Jenifer Calle has been used this mask consistently for six months. (Read her in-depth HigherDose review here.) “During the time, I used it about two to three times a week (the recommended amount is three times),” she says. “After only a few weeks of using the HigherDose mask, I noticed that my skin felt a lot smoother and softer, but the biggest result was that the hormonal acne around my chin and jawline during my period significantly improved.”

What makes it stand out: This flexible silicone mask is the most comfortable of any we tried.What could be better: Some users say the battery life isn’t great, especially after prolonged use.5. Best LED Face Mask for Acne: Dr. Dennis Gross SpectraLite FaceWare Pro

Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro

Andrea Navarro demonstrating the Dr. Dennis Gross SpectraLite FaceWare Pro

Light Modes: Blue, amber, red, deep red, and infraredWhat it treats: Acne, antiaging, inflammationTreatment Time: 3 minutesWireless: Yes

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