CurrentBody Skin LED Face Mask Review: An Effective Tool For Skin Renewal
In our testing, we found the CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Face Mask Series 2 helped with ... More overall glowiness and evening tone.
At $470, this product is an investment; still, it's far less expensive than costly in-office treatments, and far more convenient because I can wear it while in bed or on the couch. It requires 10 minutes of use three to five times per week. After using it for two weeks (and ongoing testing), I can already see noticeable results. If you're looking to improve skin dullness, decrease redness from conditions like acne or rosacea, or minimize the look of smile lines and crow's feet, the CurrentBody LED face mask is a worthwhile pick.
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This FDA-cleared device is wireless and powered by a rechargeable controller, which is slightly smaller than the length of a smartphone. You wear it for pre-programmed 10-minute treatments from three to five times per week. 'LED mask therapy is best suited for skin concerns related to inflammation, healing and aging,' says board-certified dermatologist Dr. Rhonda Q. Klein at Modern Dermatology. The CurrentBody mask works to brighten the skin, reduce the appearance of fine lines, improve texture and tone, decrease redness, and enhance collagen production. It features 236 LED lights and is comprised of red (633nm), near-infrared (830nm) and deep near-infrared (1072nm) wavelength bulbs. Red light targets fine lines and wrinkles, while also increasing collagen production. Near-infrared light is said to energize cells, firming, tightening and brightening the skin. Deep near-infrared light is designed to penetrate even deeper into the skin to help boost collagen production.
Compared to other LED devices on the market (our team evaluated the best LED face masks), the CurrentBody Series 2 LED face mask features a larger number of LED bulbs than many others, and it offers more focused treatment than the first-generation device. The mask is made from 'liquid' silicone, which is soft and comfortable to wear, and it flexes and molds easily to the face when the straps are tightened. This version has a new chin section to provide full face coverage—and to address an often-neglected treatment area. It also has 16 deeply penetrating deep near-infrared lights placed around the mask's eyes and mouth—an area of particular concern for many people—to help enhance results.
The CurrentBody LED Face Mask Series 2 features 263 LED lights in three different wavelengths—red, ... More near-infrared and deep near-infrared.
One thing that makes LED masks a popular beauty device is their efficacy. According to the brand's eight-week clinical study, the CurrentBody LED face mask treatments resulted in improvement of skin elasticity by 57% and a more radiant and youthful appearance. It reduced wrinkles by 30%, specifically causing forehead lines to appear softer. Skin tone brightness and skin firmness both significantly improved during that time, as did outer eye wrinkles and nasolabial folds, which decreased by more than 20%.
Setting up the CurrentBody LED face mask was straightforward. The instructions specified that the device should be charged for 4.5 hours (to reach a full charge) before use, which I did. Once it was ready to use, attaching the hook-and-loop closure straps to the mask took just a couple of minutes. The device has both a behind-the-head closure and a strap on top of the head for a secure fit.
Because mornings are typically rushed in my house, I preferred to use the CurrentBody device at night. I began by washing my face and patting it completely dry with a towel before putting on the mask for the ten-minute session while relaxing in bed. I liked that it's preset to turn off after the ten-minute treatment, so I didn't have to worry about setting a timer. It also has a clip-on controller and is otherwise cordless, which was nice in case I wanted to get up and move around.
The CurrentBody LED Face Mask Series 2 has elastic straps that fit behind and on top of your head to ... More keep the mask securely in place whether you're sitting or moving around.
During testing, the mask felt pleasantly warm on my face, but not hot. The included black eye inserts helped shield my eyes from LED light if I opened them, although I preferred to keep them shut while it was on. The mask had a lightweight feel, and it was easy to adjust the straps in the back so the whole thing wouldn't get jostled. However, the mask only sat flush with the skin on my forehead, around my eyes and on my upper cheeks; there was a slight gap between it and the skin on my lower jaw and chin. I have a more pronounced bridge on my nose, so the mask would become slightly uncomfortable and leave a small mark at the top of my nose by the end of the treatment, which would fade after a few minutes. After use, I wiped the inside of the mask with a slightly damp microfiber cloth, as I found that the mask attracted lint easily on both sides.
I wore the mask eight times over two weeks, and I will continue to do so for several months. Although it has only been a short period, I have noticed an overall brightening of my skin since wearing it. I'm hoping it will help decrease hyperpigmentation, even out my skin tone overall and reduce the small parentheses lines around my mouth.
In the relatively brief period that I've been using the mask, I've noticed overall skin brightening and a slight reduction in redness, meaning my face looks a little more even and filtered without needing to apply makeup. Even with limited use so far, I feel that this is a worthwhile investment, especially since it's easy to use and comfortable to wear. Additionally, editors on our team tested this CurrentBody LED face mask over more than a month. According to one tester, 'my skin tone appears a little more even, brighter, and some sun spots I have on my forehead seem to have faded.' Another says, 'I feel like my skin tone has evened out, and I feel a little more glowy and less like I have winter 'blah' skin.' Because clinical data also supports this device's efficacy, I feel confident that it will continue to produce visible results over time.
I'm a longtime magazine writer and editor who has extensive experience covering lifestyle topics. When it comes to beauty, I've written about and tested the best skincare for women over 50 and shampoos for color-treated hair and the best microcurrent devices, among many other stories. My first experience with red light therapy was when I tested the Therabody Theraface Pro, a versatile facial treatment tool that also has red light therapy. After a brief testing period using the CurrentBody LED Light Therapy Face Mask Series 2, I can already see a difference in my skin tone and brightness. I also reviewed testing data from our panel of testers to incorporate their experiences with the device.
This assignment was assigned and edited by deputy editor Jane Sung, who oversees the beauty and grooming vertical. She's covered beauty and lifestyle topics for over two decades and has produced numerous skincare stories and tested reviews like the best LED face masks roundup, best at-home laser hair removal devices and more. I also interviewed board-certified dermatologist Dr. Rhonda Q. Klein of Modern Dermatology for her expert insights.
The brand recommends using the device for 10 minutes a day from three to five times per week for optimal results. Of course, like with most beauty devices, consistent use is key.
Yes, the CurrentBody LED Light Therapy Face Mask Series 2 is FDA Cleared. This means that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reviewed the device and deemed it safe and effective for use for its intended purpose. FDA approval typically requires additional, more rigorous testing.
'At-home LED devices can truly deliver results—but only if you're willing to commit to consistent, long-term use,' says dermatologist Dr. Rhonda Q. Klein. 'These treatments are proven effective when used properly and regularly.' To maximize your investment, Klein suggests looking for an FDA-cleared device with third-party clinical data supporting its claims. 'Focus on devices that use a variety of wavelengths, as this variety is most effective,' she says. 'The CurrentBody Series 2 includes 236 diodes for coverage all over the face and the LEDs emote the 3 most clinically studied wavelengths for anti-aging; red light (633nm), near-infrared (830nm) and deep near-infrared (1072nm) which delivers the treatment across the deep and more surface level layers of the skin.'
Benefits of using an LED face mask depend on continual, consistent use. 'It's not a set-it-and-forget-it treatment,' says Klein. 'This is a long-term ritual that needs to be used on an ongoing basis to achieve and then maintain results.'
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