"There's compelling science behind using red and infrared light therapy to address skin concerns, particularly wrinkles. However, wellness influencers have taken that concept and absolutely ran away with it."
"While it's a legitimate treatment you can get from a dermatologist, you'll also see at-home masks touted on TikTok, in wellness spas, and even gyms as a cure-all for this and that ailment. Every year at CES, I see plenty of companies jumping in on the trend with their own versions. Some flash nine different colors, some falsely advertise "FDA approval." It's such a crapshoot that for most people, I generally don't recommend purchasing the device."
"The number one rule of wearable tech is simple: it must be wearable. You can have all the science in the world, but"
LED face masks sit in a confusing wellness market where proven red and infrared phototherapy can improve skin concerns, especially wrinkles, but many consumer devices overpromise. Influencers and unregulated vendors promote at-home masks across TikTok, spas, and gyms, while some products add gimmicky multicolor modes or falsely claim FDA approval. Dermatologists offer legitimate clinical treatments, but over-the-counter masks are often inconsistent. L'Oréal showcased an LED Face Mask at CES that centers on practical wearable design alongside phototherapy science. Prioritizing comfort, fit, and validated performance determines whether an LED mask becomes a useful skincare tool.
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