The 13 Best Red Light Therapy Devices & How to Safely Use Them, According to Editors & Experts

Bring the in-office experience to the comfort of your home with the iRestore Illumina Face Mask , which has triple-wavelength technology. This powerful device is designed to treat common concerns like wrinkles, fine lines, and lackluster complexions. However, it can also target sun damage, acne, and pore size, too. It’s designed with red, infrared, and blue light therapy that you can use separately for a specific treatment focus or all at once to reap all of the benefits. 

Target Area: Face
Treatment Time: The brand claims users should see results in six to 12 weeks
Use: 3-5x a week for 10 minutes
Benefits: Reduces fine lines and wrinkles, treats acne, targets sun damage and pore size, promotes more radiant skin. 
FSA/HSA Eligible: Yes

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While this face mask uses fewer wavelengths than some of its counterparts (only red and near-infrared), what it does have over its peers is fit. This cordless option offers three flexible straps so that you can wear the mask while moving. You won’t be restricted to your couch or bed during use—feel free to do the dishes, finish your bodycare routine, hit a yoga pose, or just resume your daily routine as your complexion soaks up the many benefits of this red light therapy mask (AKA improvement with wrinkles, fine lines, and dull skin).

“This wearable red light device offers a simple way to get consistent light exposure across larger areas and can be useful if you’re interested in broader wellness or recovery benefits beyond just facial skin. Consistency over time is key with red light therapy, so choosing a device you’ll actually use matters as much as the specific wavelength.” — Dr. Dara Spearman, MD

Target Area: Face
Treatment Time: Varies, depending on use frequency, though the brand cites studies that resulted in anti-aging results in 10 weeks and acne results in 2 weeks. The brand says, “Optimal results occur after a 10-week course of treatment.”
Use: 3-5x a week for 10-20 minutes
Benefits: Reduce fine lines, smooth texture, and restore radiance
FSA/HSA Eligible: Yes

If you want a small but mighty way to introduce red light therapy into your beauty regimen, try the Solawave 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand. This wand is about the size of a toothbrush, but don’t let that fool you. It works like a magic wand to smooth away fine lines, improve radiance, and reduce puffiness and dark circles. The wand also has a galvanic current designed to help your skin better absorb skincare products. And, since it’s so compact, it’s the best red light therapy device for travel. 

“This handheld wand pairs red light with massage and warmth to help enhance product absorption and target smaller areas like around the eyes or mouth; it’s a great complement to larger masks or panels. Handheld devices are excellent for spot treatments and refining specific zones that might need extra attention.” — Dr. Dara Spearman, MD

Target Area: Face
Treatment Time: 3-5x a week for 3 minutes per treatment area (12 minutes total)
Use: The brand claims you can start to see results after eight weeks of regular use
Benefits: Smoothes fine lines, promotes glowing skin, reduces dark circles and puffiness 
FSA/HSA Eligible: Yes

A red light therapy device can oftentimes be a hefty investment, so why not get one that can do double duty? If your two main skin concerns are wrinkles and acne, you might meet your match in Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare’s face mask . It features 100 red LED lights to address visible signs of aging and collagen production, alongside 62 blue LED lights to target acne. You’ve got to love a mask that can do both!

“This FDA‑cleared LED mask combines red and blue light to not only support collagen and skin‑smoothness but also reduce inflammation and acne‑causing bacteria; it’s versatile if you want both anti‑aging and blemish‑related benefits. Red light in these devices penetrates into the dermis to help boost natural repair pathways when used regularly.” — Dr. Dara Spearman, MD

Target Area: Face
Treatment Time: Varies, depending on use frequency, though the brand cites studies that resulted in anti-aging results in 10 weeks and acne results in 2 weeks. The brand says, “Optimal results occur after a 10-week course of treatment.”
Use: for 3 minutes
Benefits: Smooths lines and wrinkles, clears breakouts and complexion, firms skin and increases skin density, and treats signs of sun damage
FSA/HSA Eligible: Yes

This FDA-approved LED face mask‘s four light therapy wavelengths pack a punch if you’re struggling with elasticity, tone and texture, fine lines and wrinkles, or radiance and glow. It offers Red Light Therapy (630nm) for minimizing the appearance of visible signs of aging, Near-Infrared Light Therapy (830nm) to boost skin vitality, Deep Red Light (660nm) for tackling visible signs of aging, and Amber Light (605nm) for skin tone and redness. Rest assured, all four wavelengths are gentle, pain-free, professional-grade, non-invasive, and most importantly, effective.

Take it from one of our experts: “This wearable LED mask delivers targeted red and near‑infrared light to help improve skin texture, support collagen production, and reduce signs of aging; it’s a good all‑around option for daily anti‑aging support. I often suggest masks like this for consistent use because they make it easy to treat the whole face in one session.” — Dr. Dara Spearman, MD

Target Area: Face
Treatment Time: Varies, depending on use frequency, though the brand includes before and after result photos for a 30-day use period and offers a 60-day money-back guarantee
Use: 3-5x a week for 3 minutes
Benefits: Improves elasticity, refines tone and texture, smooths fine lines and wrinkles, and restores radiance and glow
FSA/HSA Eligible: Yes

If you’re looking for a way to support your hair growth, a red light therapy hat might be just the thing you need. The HigherDOSE Red Light Hat is FDA-approved for hair growth and one of the best on the market (and part of Courtney Cox’s beauty routine, too!). Unlike other red light therapy for hair growth devices—which often feature a helmet-like design—this device looks like a baseball hat. It features a comfortable fit and easy-to-use design that makes incorporating it into your wellness regimen a breeze. The hat features 120 Medical-Grade LED bulbs embedded in a comfortable interior cushioned lining that go virtually undetected while wearing. On top of that, it’s completely cordless, so you don’t have to stop what you’re doing to incorporate it into your day. 

“I recently started incorporating the HigherDOSE Red Light Hat into my regular routine and noticed some changes to my hair health after just a few weeks of using it. While the treatment period spans 16 weeks (so I still have several months to go), I felt like the stubborn baby hairs on the side of my head experienced some growth within the first month of use. The hat is also super easy to incorporate into any routine or schedule—you just put it on, press the control button, and let it work its magic for 10 minutes. I like to wear mine while meditating, doing dishes, or scrolling through Pinterest.” – Jessie Quinn, Contributing Commerce Writer  

Target Area: Hair
Treatment Time: A study with 28 participants found that users saw results after 16 weeks of regular use
Use: 10 minutes for 16 weeks, then follow up 3 to 4 times per week for maintenance
Benefits: Improves hair growth, reduces shedding, strengthens strands
FSA/HSA Eligible: Yes

There are many red light face masks out there, and while the Omnilux Contour Face is one of the more splurge-worthy, it’s also one of the best your money can buy. This mask is FDA-cleared and features a silicone design with flexible straps so you can wear it comfortably while you get your glow on. It’s designed with red and near-infrared light that can work all sorts of high-tech magic, including promoting collagen production and glowing skin, targeting wrinkles and pigmentation, and soothing inflamed complexions, too.

For best results, use the face mask three to five times per week for 10 minutes. After 4 to 6 weeks, you can switch to using it as needed for maintenance. 

Target Area: Face 
Treatment Time: The brand claims that you could start to see results at the four-week mark
Use: 3-5x a week for 10 minutes
Benefits: Promotes collagen production, promotes glowing skin, and targets wrinkles and pigmentation
FSA/HSA Eligible: Yes

You may have seen Qure’s Micro-Infusion Kit going viral on TikTok, but it’s also worth checking out the brand’s red light therapy mask. It only requires three minutes of your time each day to address skin concerns like acne, fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots across the five key points of your face.

“I think the best result when trying something new is no adverse reactions. While I feel I need to continue testing for a few more weeks, I was relieved that my skin didn’t take a turn for the worse,” wrote Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster’s Style & Beauty Editor, in her dedicated review of the Qure Red Light Mask Q-Rejuvalight Pro. “There was no noticeable redness, burning, or stinging. On the first day of testing, I had a few pimples and some inflammation on my forehead, and I did notice that they had calmed down after about five days. I also noticed fewer frequent breakouts in the days that followed. For the most part, my skin felt normal and firm. I plan to continue using it, and I suggest testing for a much longer period to really see a change in your skin.”

Target Area: Face
Treatment Time: Varies, but some reviewers say they noticed results after one week, two weeks, or eight weeks
Use: 3 minutes every day
Benefits: Helps with acne, fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots
FSA/HSA Eligible: Seemingly, no

Red light therapy and a facial massage? Sign us up. The Therabody TheraFace PRO is a facial massage device designed to relieve tension on the complexion while also delivering the benefits of red light therapy. It comes with three percussive attachments, a microcurrent ring, and a cleansing ring, so you can incorporate it into your beauty routine in a number of ways (including at-home microcurrent facials). The light therapy ring also changes colors. Try the red light for smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, red plus infrared light for reducing dark spots, and blue light to treat moderate acne blemishes. 

Target Area: Face 
Treatment Time: Varies, depending on the routine
Use:
Benefits: Massages, cleanses, improves circulation, smoothes fine lines and wrinkles, temporarily reduces pain, fades dark circles, targets acne 
FSA/HSA Eligible: No, but other Therabody products are (like the TheraFace Mask Glo)

Red light therapy can do more than smooth fine lines and wrinkles—it can actually provide temporary pain relief. The Heat Healer PEMF Infrared & Red LED Light Body Belt is one of our favorite hacks for addressing period cramps, thanks to its convenient belt design and advanced features. It’s designed with red light and far infrared to soothe and relax muscles, plus Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF) to alleviate pain and reduce inflammation. 

Target Area: Waist
Use: 3x a week for 20-60 minutes
Benefits: Pain relief, recovery, relaxation 
FSA/HSA Eligible: Yes

Target the fine lines around your eyes—that includes crow’s feet and elevens—with the Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite™ LED EyeCare Max Pro. This red light therapy mask is designed specifically for the eye area and takes just three minutes a day to firm the skin, smooth out fine lines and wrinkles, and even reduce dark circles and puffiness. It’s also a hands-free device that you can easily incorporate into your routine, whether you wear it while meditating, sipping your morning coffee, or relaxing after your nighttime skincare routine. 

Target Area: Eyes
Treatment Time: Unclear, but the brand conducted a 10-week daily study
Use: 3 minutes every day
Benefits: Smoothes fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes
FSA/HSA Eligible: Seemingly, no

Treat yourself to all-over red light therapy with the Sunlighten RED Light Therapy Panel. The panel is designed to deliver the benefits of red light therapy to the face and body during exercise and meditation and has all sorts of perks, like boosting cellular energy and immunity, improving sleep, reducing inflammation, and—of course—slowing down signs of aging. The red light panel also has seven preset routines with three different intensity levels, so you can customize your regimen based on your needs. If you don’t have the space for a full-size panel, the Sunlighten RED Light Therapy Mini Panel ($689, was $920) is a great alternative, plus it’s portable.

“I was lucky enough to test this red light therapy panel before it launched and am still so impressed (and obsessed). I love the sleek design and the fact that you can hang it on a wall, hang it over a door, or display it on a floor stand, depending on your spatial needs and preferences. While I am still in the process of testing the red light therapy panel for its beauty benefits, I do think it’s made a difference in my overall wellness routine and even improved my sleep. Additionally, I love how the red light amplifies the relaxing energy of my meditation process.” – Jessie Quinn, Contributing Commerce Writer  

“A larger panel like this delivers higher irradiance across broader areas of skin, which can be especially helpful if you plan to treat more than just your face (neck, décolletage, body) and want a more robust dose. Panels tend to deliver stronger therapeutic light and can support overall skin health and tissue recovery with repeated sessions.” — Dr. Dara Spearman, MD

Target Area: Body 
Treatment Time: Varies, depending on the routine selected. The brand says some users have seen results within days, while others have noticed it takes longer to see results.
Use: a few times per week for 2-5 minutes, and gradually increase as tolerated
Benefits: Boosts cellular energy and immunity, improves sleep, reduces inflammation, and slows down signs of aging
FSA/HSA Eligible: Yes

If you’re looking for a light therapy face mask that does a little more, the Skin Gym LED Pro Light Therapy Mask is the one for you. This mask is constructed from a comfortable silicone material and is completely hands-free, making it easy to incorporate into your routine. Like other light therapy masks, it features red light and infrared light to smooth fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity, and promote a glowing complexion. However, it also has blue light technology, so you can use it to treat acne blemishes. 

Target Area: Face
Treatment Time: It varies, but the brand claims some users can see results within a few weeks
Use: 3-5x a week for 10 minutes
Benefits: Improves skin elasticity, reduces inflammation and redness, smooths fine lines and wrinkles, reduces acne, promotes cellular repair
FSA/HSA Eligible: Seemingly, no