Use time: 3 minutes | Power source: wireless | Auto-shut off: no | Product highlights: one light mode (blue)
Best Customizable: TheraFace Pro Microcurrent Facial Device
Why we love it: When it comes to high-tech beauty, nothing beats the TheraFace Pro. This all-in-one marvel comes fully loaded with a microcurrent attachment, percussive therapy tools, a cleansing ring, and an LED light therapy attachment featuring red, blue, and infrared light. Red light helps reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles, while blue light targets mild to moderate acne. It also features a red and infrared light setting that offers a soothing warmth to temporarily ease inflammation-related pain while treating skin. “After using the blue light version of this attachment—which is meant to get rid of acne—I did see that the breakouts I got from the cleansing brush began to fade, so that was exciting,” our tester said. “It took about two days to see these results.”
Editor’s tip: Make sure your skin is clean and fresh before starting your LED therapy session. Remove all makeup, dirt, and excess oil to ensure the light can make optimal contact.
Use time: 45 seconds | Power source: wireless | Auto-shut off: no | Product highlights: three light modes (blue, red, red + infrared)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which LED light therapy is best for acne?
When it comes to LED light therapy for acne, understanding how different light and wavelengths work can help you determine the best option for your skin. “Blue light at 415 nm is commonly used to treat acne by triggering a chemical reaction in the pores that eliminates C. acnes bacteria and reduces inflammation, often paired with red light in treatment masks. Red light, in the 630–650 nm range, penetrates deeper than blue light to reduce inflammation and support acne treatment,” says Dr. Kobets. “It also stimulates collagen and elastin production, with potential benefits like decreasing oil production and soothing inflammatory acne.”
How long does blue light take to clear acne?
How soon you’ll see results really depends on your skin type and the device you’re using.. “Always follow the manufacturer’s directions, but generally, LED masks can be used around three times a week, while some products are safe for daily use,” says Dr. Kobets. And be prepared to put in some time. “To see results, it may take at least a month to notice the difference,” adds Dr. Gratch.
Meet the experts
How we test and review products
When Allure tests a product, our editors look at it from every angle in an effort to best serve you. We review ingredients, scrutinize brand claims, and, when necessary, examine peer-reviewed scientific and medical studies. In addition to testing each and every product that’s included in each and every review, we rely on experts who shape their fields, including dermatology, cosmetic chemistry, and medicine, to help us vet the ingredients and formulas.