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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Sarah Matthews

Skincare staple or expensive gimmick: do you really need a light therapy device?

Three LED face masks with red lights glowing through cutouts on a wooden table
These scary-looking, space-age devices have become a staple in many a skincare routine. Photograph: Sarah Matthews/The Guardian

Countless faddy products have crossed my desk over the years I’ve been reviewing beauty tech, from app-connected toothbrushes to AI-powered hair dryers. Few, however, have held such sustained interest as LED face masks.

At first glance, I assumed these scary-looking, space-age skincare devices would fizzle out of favour as quickly as they appeared. Instead, they’ve become a staple in some people’s skincare routines, including my own.

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