27/12/2025
Are LED masks actually worth your money or are they just another thing that ends up sitting in the bathroom cupboard?
This is a question I get asked a lot, especially with so many at home devices on the market now and such a wide range in price and quality. The short answer is that some LED masks can be genuinely helpful, but only if you understand what they are doing and choose carefully.
LED masks work by delivering specific wavelengths of light to the skin. Red and infrared light are linked to collagen stimulation, reduced inflammation and support for skin repair. Blue light targets acne by helping to reduce the bacteria that drive breakouts. The benefits depend on the wavelength and the power of the light being delivered, and this is where the big differences between devices lie.
More established devices with a solid evidence base deliver the correct wavelengths at a therapeutic level. Cheaper options often look similar but do not deliver enough energy to create meaningful change. That is why price and performance vary so much across the market.
Another really important question is whether you will actually use it. LED works through consistency. Short regular sessions a few times a week are what create results. If you know it will sit unused, it is probably not the right investment for you.
For the right person, LED can be a useful addition to a skin routine, particularly for inflammation, acne or supporting collagen. It is not a replacement for good skincare or in clinic treatments, but it can complement them well.