On any given weeknight, you will find me on my sofa masked-up looking like I'm fresh from your fave horror film. Not because I get a thrill from scaring my loved ones (I do but that's beside the point), but because I love an LED face mask.
I'm way more likely to utilise the powers of LED than to slather on a liquid mask that I then have to rinse off. Plus, I prefer the longevity of results compared to a sheet mask. They are quick and fuss-free to use and the results really do speak for themselves. So, if you've ever thought about investing in the CurrentBody Light Therapy Face Mask, take this as your sign to.
If you're thinking 'hmm this LED mask looks kinda familiar...' it's because it's the mask of choice for Emily from Emily in Paris. If it's good enough for our fave delulu queen then it's good enough for me.
What's kept me hooked, given that there are so many masks on the market, is how easy it is to use. The silicone mask moulds around my face and is kept in place with the velcro straps that sit around the back of my head. If I'm going to be spending 10 minutes of my evening with a mask on, I want to be comfortable – right?
The mask also uses clinically proven wavelengths that reach up to 4mm of skin tissue to tackle a host of problems. It emits red and near-infrared light that are proven for their anti-ageing benefits and can reach deeper into your skin than topical ingredients, like retinol.
Red light perks up your skin's collagen production, which minimises fine lines and wrinkles, while near-infrared energises the cells below the skin to promote a tighter and brighter complexion.
What does an LED Mask do?
"LED therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses different wavelengths of light to rejuvenate and visibly improve the appearance of the skin by sending energy into the cells," says Dr Ayah, founder of Harmony Medical Aesthetics.
"It was originally discovered by NASA and adopted by skincare experts due to its healing properties. Fast forward several years and the salon devices were adapted for home-use making it much more accessible."
What are the benefits of LED light therapy for your skin?
"There are so many benefits to using LED light therapy," notes Dr Ayah. "What I particularly like is the fact that it suits the majority of skin types so I can safely recommend it to all my patients."
With the CurrentBody Skin LED mask you get a combination of red and infra-red LED light. "The former helps long-term with collagen production but the infra-red with its healing and calming properties is what really elevates it."
While there are loads of great LED masks out there, the best thing about this one is that you can get a version that covers your face AND neck. Because of how thin the skin on the neck is, it's one of the places that shows signs of ageing first. Obvs there's nothing wrong with this but if you want to slow down signs of ageing on your face, using the same tech on your neck makes the most sense.
Keeks Reid is the Beauty Director at Cosmopolitan UK. While she loves all things beauty, Keeks is a hair fanatic through and through. She started her career in beauty journalism in 2013 as editorial assistant at Blackhair and Hair magazines working her way to Acting Editor of Blackhair magazine at 23 years old. She spent much of her career working in trade hairdressing media at Hairdressers Journal, Salon International and the British Hairdressing Awards. Which is why she is a regular contributor to Cosmo's Curl Up franchise. Now, alongside her Cosmo work, she presents, creates content on social media and works with a range of beauty companies; from magazines and websites to beauty brands and salons.
Clare Stephenson is a Beauty Ecommerce Writer for Cosmopolitan, Women’s Health, Red and Good Housekeeping, covering all things makeup, skincare and hair care, as well as deals events including Black Friday and Amazon Prime Day.
Clare has been an ecommerce writer since 2022, writing matter-of-fact reviews such as deep dives into skin concerns and shopping pages filled with her favourite products for every budget and need.
Before working at Hearst UK, she received a BA degree in Multimedia Journalism at Bournemouth University, focusing her studies on the world of magazines and editorial. From there, she worked as an editorial assistant at Voir Fashion Magazine, covering events like Fashion Week and interviewing reputable brand founders, including Rea Ann Silva creator of Beautyblender.
When she’s not testing the latest and greatest products, you can find Clare sifting through vintage clothing stores in the city or horseback riding in the countryside.
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