The 13 Best LED Face Masks Of 2025, According To Experts & Vogue Editors | British Vogue

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From celebrity selfies to TikTok reviews, there’s a reason so many of us are obsessed with LED face masks. The best LED face masks – many of which use red light therapy – can treat conditions that span from acne to wrinkles, hyperpigmentation to hair loss. Beloved by facialists, dermatologists and, of course, Vogue editors, they deliver different wavelengths of light to the skin, which ultimately stimulate cellular activity in different ways. “LED light therapy is an effective, painless and non-invasive aesthetic treatment,” confirms consultant dermatologist, Dr Jinah Yoo.

Anecdotally, many of us can attest to the efficacy of LED light when we use it regularly: “Since incorporating LED in my skincare routine, I’ve seen significant improvements in the clarity and texture of my acne-prone skin,” says beauty writer Tracy Achonwa. “With regular use, the deep bumps I used to struggle with have disappeared and new breakouts are a rarity.” Vogue contributing beauty editor, Lauren Murdoch Smith, also swears by red light therapy for its rejuvenating effects. “10 minutes each day is all you need to brighten, plump and reduce the appearance of wrinkles,” she says. A-listers, including Victoria Beckham and the Kardashians, are also fans.

Do LED face masks work? We’re big fans over here on the Vogue beauty desk – when we use them consistently, we’ve all seen excellent results. But don’t just take our word for it. In this story, we spoke to the experts to find out everything there is to know about LED, how it works and any tips and tricks, alongside our reviews of the best LED face masks on the market.

Since LED light therapy is incredibly popular right now, choosing your device an be a bit of a daunting task – there are a lot on the market, and it can be confusing to understand what all the technical jargon means. Each mask in our edit has been put to the test by our editors for at least one full skin cycle – we’ve only included those we really rate.

The best LED face masks, tested by Vogue beauty editors.

Jump to: What is LED light therapy and how does it work? | What colour LED do I need? | Which is the best LED face mask? | Vogue’s top LED devices, reviewed | How often should you use an LED mask?

Discover the best LED face masks for clearing acne, smoothing fine lines and brightening skin in our curated guide below.

Shark Beauty CryoGlow Under-Eye Cooling and LED Anti-Ageing and Blemish Repair Mask

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Why it’s Vogue-approved: