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The 5 Best Red Light Therapy Masks According To A Dermatologist: The Winner Will Surprise You...
Are LED red light therapy masks really worth the buzz, or are they just another beauty fad promising to clear skin and reduce those pesky wrinkles that actually falls short on delivering results?
We spoke with Dr. Sarah Mitchell, a renowned dermatologist and phototherapy expert, to uncover the truth behind these trendy masks and rate the most popular ones — we think you will be surprised by what she reveals...
September 15th 2024, 11:11am
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Red light therapy masks are everywhere these days, especially on social media.
Scroll through your feed, and you’ll see influencers and celebrities raving about their benefits — claiming they reduce wrinkles, clear up acne, and give you glowing, youthful skin.
But let’s be real: have these influencers really experienced these results, or are they incentivised to say so after a hefty sum landed in their bank account?
The truth is, while red light therapy is backed by solid science, these trendy LED face masks are far more of a gimmick than an effective skincare solution.
Dr. Sarah Mitchell, a renowned dermatologist, explains: “I’ve tested several of these masks, and they’re the worst way to do red light therapy by far. They simply don’t have the power or coverage needed to produce real, evidence-based results.”
So, why exactly are these masks falling short, and why is it that something as simple as a red light panel can provide the transformative results these masks promise but fail to deliver?
Let’s break it down...
Why LED Masks Are Popular — But Ineffective?
LED masks are popular for a few reasons: they’re easy to use, look high-tech, and promise quick and painless results.
It sounds great, right? But here’s the catch...
For red light therapy to work effectively, a very specific amount of power is needed to penetrate the skin. This level of power, however, generates a significant amount of heat — and when you’ve got a device strapped directly to your face, the heat becomes a serious issue.
Dr. Mitchell explains, “To generate the amount of power needed to see the therapeutic benefits, you would need LEDs that produce intense light. But this kind of power creates a lot of heat, which makes it impossible to safely place that light directly against your skin, as these masks do.”
This is where LED panels come in...
Unlike masks, which are essentially stuck to your face with no room to cool down, red light therapy panels like the Solis Spectrum SOLO are designed with built-in fans and heat sinks.
These allow the LEDs to run at full power while keeping the device cool and safe to use — ensuring you get the right dose of light without burning your skin.
The Distribution Problem: LED Masks Don’t Actually Cover Your Whole Face
Another issue with LED masks is how they distribute light.
Most of the power from these masks only comes from the tiny LEDs embedded in the mask — and these lights cover a very small fraction of your face.
So, while some parts of your skin may be receiving light at the advertised power (which is often far lower than claimed), the majority of your face is receiving little to no red light at all.
As Dr. Mitchell explains, "Even if a mask advertises a power output of 30mW/cm², tests have shown that most masks only deliver about half of that directly over the LEDs. But the real problem is that the LEDs don’t cover your entire face. The areas between the LEDs might be getting less than 1mW/cm², which is practically nothing."
So, while these companies calculate the power as if the entire mask is delivering light evenly, that’s been fact-checked to simply not be the case.
In reality, you’re only getting a therapeutic dose in tiny spots, leaving most of your skin untouched by the benefits of red light therapy.
LED Masks: Are They As Convenient As They Seem?
One of the selling points of LED masks is their supposed convenience — you can just pop them on and go about your day, right?
Well, not quite.
In reality, these masks aren’t exactly practical.
For starters, they can be a bit of a fright to anyone sees you wearing one — whether that’s your partner, your kids, housemates, or even your pets!
But in all seriousness, they’re also pretty difficult to see out of, making it hard to move around or do anything productive while wearing one.
This means no reading, no watching TV, no working — all you can do is sit still, waiting for the session to finish.
Compare that to using a red light therapy panel, like the Solis Spectrum SOLO.
With a clinical-grade panel, you can easily go about your routine: you can read, stretch, meditate, or even do your makeup while enjoying a quick but effective 10-minute session.
Not only that, but panels can be used on any part of your body — unlike masks, which are limited to your face.
Whether you’re looking to improve skin across your whole body, heal scars, reduce stretch marks, boost hair growth, or ease muscular and joint pain...
...a panel gives you the freedom to target any area, including boosting overall mood and improving sleep quality.
The Time Factor: How Long Would It Take for a Mask to Work?
So, here’s the kicker...
Even if you were willing to stick with an LED mask, the amount of time you’d need to wear it to see any significant benefits is staggering.
Most studies show that to effectively reduce wrinkles, you need a dose of around 50mW/cm².
With a mask delivering just 1-2mW/cm² on most of your face, it would take hours, even days, to reach the same therapeutic dose you’d get in just a few minutes with a red light panel.
For example, to match the red light dose used in a clinical study with an medical-grade panel, you’d have to wear one of these masks for over 17.5 hours.
Think about that for a moment...
You’d be wearing the mask for an entire day, just to get the same results a high-powered panel like the Solis Spectrum SOLO can deliver in 10 minutes.
So, while the masks may seem like a quick, convenient solution, they’re actually anything but.
In reality, they fall short in both power and convenience — making them an overpriced and underperforming option for anyone serious about red light therapy.
Comparison: Solis Spectrum SOLO vs. The 4 MOST Popular Red Light Therapy LED Face Masks
So, now that we’ve broken down the limitations of LED masks, let’s actually compare some of the most popular ones on the market to the Solis Spectrum SOLO.
While LED masks may seem trendy, once you look at the price, power, and overall benefits, it’s clear that a medical-grade panel like the Solis Spectrum SOLO offers a much better deal.
1. WINNER - Solis Spectrum SOLO: £299
Price: £299 (with limited time £100 off deal. RRP: £399)
Irradiance (Power Output): 180mW/cm²
Wavelengths: 5 in total. Red (630 & 660nm) and Near-Infrared (810, 830 & 850nm)
LEDs: 60 x high-powered medical-grade LEDs
Treatment Area: Full face, and can be used on the entire body for skin, muscle, joint, and hair treatments
Clinical-Grade Quality: The same power and wavelengths used in professional clinics, where treatments can cost between £50-£100 per 20-minute session.
Guarantee: 90-day money-back trial.
Warranty: 3 years.
Dr. Mitchell's Verdict:
The Solis Spectrum SOLO offers everything you’d get in a clinical red light therapy session, but for a fraction of the price and in the comfort of your home.
With 180mW/cm² of irradiance, it delivers a powerful, therapeutic dose of red and near-infrared light, just like what you’d experience in a clinic.
And because it’s a full-body panel, you’re not limited to facial treatments — you can target skin, muscles, joints, or use it to boost your mood, improve sleep and even burn fat.
Plus, with the current discount, it’s an unmissable investment into your health and wellbeing.
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2. Dr. Dennis Gross (DRx SpectraLite™ FaceWare Pro): £460
Price: £460
Irradiance (Power Output): 35-60mW/cm²
Wavelengths: 4 in total. Red (630nm), Near-Infrared (880nm), Blue (414nm) & Amber (605nm)
LEDs: 160 x low-powered LEDs
Treatment Area: Face only.
Guarantee: 30-day money-back.
Warranty: Nothing stated on their website.
Dr. Mitchell's Verdict:
For £460, you’d expect some serious results, right?
Unfortunately, this mask doesn’t quite live up to the hype.
With a claimed power output of only 35-60mW/cm² (and often much lower when measured), it just doesn’t have the punch needed to deliver real, clinical-level benefits.
And with no cooling system, the mask can’t afford to produce more power because it would simply get too hot.
You’re paying a premium price for minimal power — and it’s only for your face!
3. Omnilux (Omnilux Contour Face): £350
Price: £350
Irradiance (Power Output): 35mW/cm²
Wavelengths: 2 in total. Red (633nm) and Near-Infrared (830nm)
LEDs: 132 x low-powered LEDs
Treatment Area: Face only.
Guarantee: 30-day money-back.
Warranty: 2 years.
Dr. Mitchell's Verdict:
The Omnilux Contour Face Mask looks sleek, but once again, we run into the same issues.
It’s limited to facial treatments and the power is nowhere near what’s needed to match the results you’d get in a clinic.
Without cooling, it can’t deliver high doses safely, so it’s stuck at a lower power output.
For £350, you’d expect more, especially when for less money, the Solis Spectrum SOLO offers full-body treatments and significantly more power.
4. CurrentBody (LED Light Therapy Face Mask): £299
Price: £299
Irradiance (Power Output): 30mW/cm²
Wavelengths: 2 in total. Red (633nm) and Near-Infrared (830nm)
LEDs: 66 x low-powered LEDs
Treatment Area: Face only.
Guarantee: 60-day money-back.
Warranty: 1 year.
Dr. Mitchell's Verdict:
At £299, this mask is priced similarly to the Solis Spectrum SOLO, but the comparison stops there.
The power output is much lower, and you can only use it on your face. It’s decent for what it is, but if you’re looking for real, long-lasting results or the ability to treat other areas of your body (like for muscle recovery or hair growth), this mask falls short.
Why limit yourself to a face mask when you can get full-body treatment with a high-powered panel for the same price?
The warranty on this is also only a year, which doesn't fill you will confidence.
5. Solawave (Wrinkle Retreat Light Therapy Face Mask): £330
Price: £330
Irradiance (Power Output): 30mW/cm²
Wavelengths: 2 in total. Red (630nm) and Near-Infrared (830nm).
LEDs: 66 x low-powered LEDs
Treatment Area: Face only.
Guarantee: 60-day money-back.
Warranty: 1 year.
Dr. Mitchell's Verdict:
Solawave is best known for its viral skincare wand, which has gained significant popularity in the beauty industry. While their newly-released face mask is an improvement over the wand — which, frankly, doesn’t live up to the hype — the mask still falls short of being a worthwhile investment.
With nearly identical specs to the CurrentBody mask, and likely manufactured in the same factory, it’s puzzling to see it priced even higher. Given this, the Solawave mask ranks last in our comparison, offering less value for your money.
Dermatologist's Verdict: Why I Believe The Solis Spectrum SOLO Is The Best Investment in Your Skin and General Health...
When it comes to red light therapy, power and coverage are everything.
LED masks might be convenient in theory, but their low power output and limited treatment area make them a poor investment compared to a full-body panel like the Solis Spectrum SOLO.
Priced at £299 (down from £399), the SOLO gives you the same level of irradiance and wavelengths used in professional clinic treatments, which means you get real, proven results — not just marketing promises.
Instead of spending hundreds on a mask that only covers your face and delivers minimal power, the Solis Spectrum SOLO lets you treat your whole body with the same medical-grade technology used in clinics.
Whether you're targeting skin health, reducing muscle soreness, boosting hair growth, or enhancing your mood and sleep, this panel does it all — and you’ll make your investment back quickly compared to expensive clinic sessions that can cost up to £100 for just 20 minutes.
In short, the Solis Spectrum SOLO is the real winner here. For the same price or less, it delivers far more power, versatility, and value than any LED mask on the market.
For a limited time, all Solis Spectrum products are £100 off, making it easier than ever to experience these benefits at home.
Don't settle for less when it comes to your health and wellness. Invest in a medical-grade red light therapy device like the Solis Spectrum range and start experiencing the scientifically-backed benefits today.
Visit the Solis website to explore their products and take advantage of this limited-time offer!
Dr. Sarah Mitchell
“I recommend Solis to all my patients who are looking to reap the immense and diverse benefits of red and infrared light therapy on their health and wellness. I am yet to find a product on the market which boosts the power output of their Spectrum range at an affordable price-point”
Thinking about investing in red light therapy but unsure whether it will work for you?
Good news...
Solis offer a 90-day money back guarantee.
Meaning you can trial it for 90 days and if you're not content with the improvements to your health and wellbeing...
You will receive 100% refund of every penny you paid.
If you’re not absolutely thrilled with the results, Solis doesn’t want your money. No hassles, no questions asked.
Simply contact their customer support team at hello@solistherapy.com or call on 03330901436 within 90 days and they will handle the whole return and refund process.
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