With all the fervor around #selfcare and #skingoals, beauty companies are elbowing
into the market with new gadgets aimed at smoothing lines, plumping skin,
banishing blemishes hair care, and more. But the hype can be overwhelming, and the claims
can be cryptic or even exaggerated. So we spoke with experts to find out which ones
are worth your money.
These at-home gizmos harness energy, light or heat to help you achieve a better
complexion. Often, they combine several treatments in one, like microcurrents and
LED lights or hot and cold therapy. Some are simple to use and others are more
high-tech, but either way they’re designed to boost your skin’s natural glow.
LED (light-emitting diode) technology has been used in space and the US Navy to
speed wound healing, and it’s leveraged by a slew of at-home beauty devices. The
most common are red-wavelength devices that work on fibroblast cells to stimulate
collagen production and soften fine lines, while blue-wavelength light targets acne
by reducing inflammation and killing bacteria.
A lot of these at-home devices are aimed at the sensitive eye area, so they don’t
hurt when you use them. This one, for example, has a rounded ice roller to reduce
puffiness and a massager for your cheekbones and jawline. It’s also a little more
compact than other ice rollers, making it easy to slip in your purse or pocket.
This device combines sonic vibration and light to remove buildup and improve the
absorption of your favorite skincare products hair care products. It’s like a mini-dermaplaning session in
your own home, removing the top layer of dead skin to help other treatments
penetrate more deeply. Plus, it’s gentle enough to use daily without irritating your
skin.
If you’re looking to address dark spots and blemishes, this device promises to treat
them with just three minutes of treatment. It has a red and blue LED light setting
that targets hyperpigmentation, redness, and inflammation while killing acne-
causing bacteria and helping to calm overactive sebaceous glands.
You may have seen this popular wand on TikTok and Instagram, but it’s just as
useful in real life. The OG microcurrent device has an app with loads of tutorials to
walk you through the process, but the basics are as follows: Using the rounded
attachment, swipe across your skin in upward and outward strokes to firm and
tighten over time.
TheraBody’s all-in-one tool combines eight treatments into one, including percussive
massage, LED light, hot and cold therapy, and cleansing. Sync it with the app to
choose a program that suits your needs, from addressing crow’s feet and fine lines
to brightening dullness or soothing irritation. It’s the perfect addition to your arsenal
when you want to unwind, relax tension, or prep for a night of glam.