At-home LED face masks and skin lasers
Cutis Lux investigates two separate categories of at-home light devices for skin: five LED face masks and five at-home skin lasers. Devices are compared only within their own category and listed alphabetically. For each, we record wavelength, reported output, session time, schedule, FDA 510(k) record and a dated reference price from the manufacturer’s own page, and we link every claim to its source.
Key facts
- Two categories: 5 LED face masks and 5 at-home skin lasers, each compared only within its own category.
- Three laser technologies: non-ablative fractional (MimiSilk Iris and Tria FRX), non-fractional diode (NIRA Pro 3) and low-level “cold” laser (LYMA Laser and LYMA Laser PRO).
- Wavelengths: LED masks 415–1072 nm; lasers 808–1450 nm.
- Shortest listed session: Dr. Dennis Gross FaceWare Pro (3 min), LYMA Laser PRO (3-min treatment cycle) and NIRA Pro 3 (2 min).
- FDA records: all ten have a 510(k) record we could link; three name the device directly.
- Research: 20 PubMed studies explained in plain English, including null results. Evidence summaries: LED masks, home lasers. Safety: LED masks, home lasers.
Values are manufacturer claims from the linked pages. “Not found on checked page” means the figure was not published there, not that it is zero. Each brand gets the same fields and the same space: a short introduction, the goals its specifications suit, and three strengths and three watch-outs drawn from published facts.
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LED face masks
Five LED masks, alphabetical: CurrentBody Series 3, Dr. Dennis Gross FaceWare Pro, Dr. Renú SpectraLift, Omnilux Contour and Shark CryoGlow. Wavelengths 415–1072 nm. Full LED mask guide
| Device | Type | Technology | Wavelength | Reported output | Session | Schedule (brand) | FDA 510(k) | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CurrentBody Series 3 | LED | LED light therapy mask | 415 · 532 · 590 · 633 · 830 · 1072 nm | Not found on checked page | 10 min | Four presets plus app-customised treatments; frequency not found on checked page | K260715 Possible match, unconfirmed | £499.99 Manufacturer UK page, 31 Oct 2026; EU page lists €589.99 |
| Dr. Dennis Gross FaceWare Pro | LED | LED light therapy mask | 415 · 630 nm | Not found on checked page | 3 min | Not found on checked page | K183247 Possible match, unconfirmed | US$455 Manufacturer US page, 31 Oct 2026 |
| Dr. Renú SpectraLift | LED | LED light therapy mask | 465 · 530 · 630–660 · 850 nm | Up to 50 mW/cm², by mode | 10–15 min | 3–4 times a week | K253712 Matched by model or device name | €299 Brand-supplied EU price, 31 Oct 2026 |
| Omnilux Contour | LED | LED light therapy mask | 633 · 830 nm | ≈30 mW/cm² | 10 min | Not found on checked page | K191629 Possible match, unconfirmed | €453.75 Manufacturer EU page, 31 Oct 2026 |
| Shark CryoGlow | LED | LED light therapy mask | 415 · 630 · 830 nm | Not found on checked page | Programme-dependent (8 min in baseline source) | Not found on checked page | K242796 Record names this device | US$349.99 Manufacturer US page, 31 Oct 2026 |
CurrentBody Skin LED Face Mask Series 3
LED LED light therapy mask · 415 · 532 · 590 · 633 · 830 · 1072 nm · £499.99
CurrentBody is a well-known name in at-home beauty technology, and Series 3 is its most comprehensive mask yet: six wavelengths from blue to deep near-infrared, 750 LEDs and app-customised sessions in a soft silicone design.
Suited to: Wanting one mask that spans blue, green, amber, red and near-infrared; Preferring a flexible fit over a rigid shell.
Strengths
- Six listed wavelengths, the widest spread among the five LED masks here
- 750 LEDs, the highest count among the five LED masks here
- Flexible silicone with a chin strap and app control
Watch-outs
- No numeric irradiance on the checked page, so dose cannot be estimated
- The FDA record found does not name “Series 3”
- Highest LED-mask reference price here
Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro
LED LED light therapy mask · 415 · 630 nm · US$455
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare is a dermatologist-founded brand, and the FaceWare Pro is built around speed: red and blue light in a three-minute session, the shortest listed treatment among all ten devices compared here.
Suited to: Wanting both red and blue light in one routine; Prioritising the shortest session time.
Strengths
- 3-minute sessions, the shortest of the ten devices
- Includes 415 nm blue, the wavelength used in most blue-light acne studies
- Red and blue in one device
Watch-outs
- No near-infrared listed
- Rigid shell; fit depends on face shape
- No numeric irradiance on the checked page
Dr. Renú SpectraLift Advanced
LED LED light therapy mask · 465 · 530 · 630–660 · 850 nm · €299
Dr. Renú stands out for transparency: the SpectraLift Advanced publishes per-mode output figures that most brands leave out, and pairs red, near-infrared, blue and green light with a lightweight silicone fit and the lowest LED-mask reference price here.
Suited to: Wanting published output figures before buying; Comparing on price within the LED masks.
Strengths
- Publishes mode-specific output, up to 50 mW/cm²
- Lowest reference price of the five LED masks
- FDA record matched by the model number the brand cites
Watch-outs
- Blue channel is 465 nm, not the 415 nm used in most acne trials
- Green light has limited clinical evidence
- EU CE marking is under LVD/RoHS, not medical-device rules
Omnilux Contour Face
LED LED light therapy mask · 633 · 830 nm · €453.75
Omnilux comes from clinical LED therapy: its 633 and 830 nm combination was studied on the Omnilux clinic system in 2005, years before home masks were common, and the Contour Face brings that same pairing into a flexible silicone mask.
Suited to: Wanting the red and near-infrared pairing used in early clinical LED studies; Preferring a simple, focused mask.
Strengths
- 633 + 830 nm, the combination tested in several clinical studies
- Published output, ≈30 mW/cm²
- Flexible silicone fit
Watch-outs
- No blue light for acne
- Two wavelengths only
- FDA record found lists a different device name
Shark CryoGlow FW312
LED LED light therapy mask · 415 · 630 · 830 nm · US$349.99
Shark brought mainstream engineering to LED masks: the CryoGlow combines blue, red and near-infrared light with a cooling under-eye panel no other device here offers, and its FDA record names the CryoGlow family directly.
Suited to: Wanting blue, red and near-infrared in one mask; Interest in under-eye cooling.
Strengths
- Blue (415 nm), red and near-infrared in one device
- Under-eye cooling, unique among the ten
- FDA record names the CryoGlow family (K242796)
Watch-outs
- Rigid shell; fit varies
- No numeric irradiance on the checked page
- Programme lengths vary; check the manual
At-home lasers
Five home lasers, alphabetical: LYMA Laser, LYMA Laser PRO, MimiSilk Iris, NIRA Pro 3 and Tria FRX. Wavelengths 808–1450 nm. Full home laser guide
| Device | Type | Technology | Wavelength | Reported output | Session | Schedule (brand) | FDA 510(k) | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LYMA Laser | Laser | Low-level (“cold”) laser | 808 nm | 500 mW continuous beam | 3 min per area | Daily for 12 weeks, then 3 times a week | K210823 Record names this device | £1,999 Manufacturer UK page, 3 Nov 2026 |
| LYMA Laser PRO | Laser | Low-level (“cold”) laser | 808 nm | 1450 mW continuous beam | 3-min treatment cycle | Not found separately for PRO on checked page | K243330 Record names this device | £4,995 Manufacturer UK page, 3 Nov 2026 |
| MimiSilk Iris | Laser | Non-ablative fractional laser | 1450 nm | Not found on checked page (minimum spot size 100 μm) | 5–10 min | 8 weeks on, 4 weeks off (brand comparison table) | K182498 Matched by model or device name | €535.95 Manufacturer EU page, 3 Nov 2026 (regular price) |
| NIRA Pro 3 | Laser | Non-fractional diode laser | 1450 nm | Not found on checked page (5 comfort levels) | 2 min | Daily; up to twice daily per brand | K222685 Possible match, unconfirmed | €792.95 Manufacturer page, EU display price, 3 Nov 2026; listed out of stock |
| Tria FRX | Laser | Non-ablative fractional laser | 1440 nm | Not found on checked page (low, medium and high settings) | 2–10 min, by setting | 5 times a week for 12 weeks, then 4 weeks rest | K141868 Possible match, unconfirmed | US$699.99 Manufacturer US page, 3 Nov 2026 |
LYMA Laser
Laser Low-level (“cold”) laser · 808 nm · £1,999
LYMA brought low-level laser therapy into the luxury home market, and its FDA record names the Laser directly: a cordless 808 nm wand with a diffused lens that the brand says works without heat, pain or downtime.
Suited to: Preferring a non-thermal treatment with no expected downtime; Treating face, neck and small body areas.
Strengths
- FDA record names the device exactly (K210823)
- Published wavelength and power: 808 nm, 500 mW
- Non-thermal: no heat-based skin injury by design
Watch-outs
- Small 8 cm² lens means longer full-face routines
- Second-highest reference price here
- Brand claims rely heavily on its own and sponsored studies
LYMA Laser PRO
Laser Low-level (“cold”) laser · 808 nm · £4,995
The LYMA Laser PRO has the highest published output of the five home lasers compared here: the same 808 nm cold-laser technology as the original, scaled to 1450 mW and a 30 cm² lens to cover larger areas of face and body faster.
Suited to: Covering larger areas per treatment cycle; Wanting the highest published output among the home lasers.
Strengths
- Highest published output here: 1450 mW
- Largest treatment lens of the lasers: 30 cm²
- FDA record names the device exactly (K243330)
Watch-outs
- Highest reference price of all ten devices
- Separate usage schedule not stated on the checked page
- Same evidence base as the LYMA Laser; no PRO-specific trial found
MimiSilk Iris 1450nm
Laser Non-ablative fractional laser · 1450 nm · €535.95
MimiSilk brings fractional laser technology to a lower price point: the Iris is a 1450 nm non-ablative fractional device with five pre-set facial zones, a child lock and a design that has won product-design awards.
Suited to: Texture, pores and shallow acne marks (brand indications); Wanting fractional technology at a lower price.
Strengths
- Lowest reference price of the three laser brands
- Fractional delivery with a published 100 μm minimum spot size
- Five preset facial zones and a child lock
Watch-outs
- Expect stinging and short-lived redness
- Pulse energy not published on the checked page
- Brand clinical figures are self-reported on the product page
NIRA Pro 3 Laser
Laser Non-fractional diode laser · 1450 nm · €792.95
NIRA focuses on painless laser wrinkle treatment: the Pro 3 uses a non-fractional 1450 nm diode laser that gently heats the dermis in a two-minute daily routine, now with five comfort levels and a 2-year warranty.
Suited to: Fine lines, including the under-eye area; Preferring a gentle, daily routine over intensive cycles.
Strengths
- 2-minute daily routine
- Brand states no downtime and suitability for all skin tones
- Made in the USA, 2-year warranty, 90-day guarantee
Watch-outs
- Non-fractional: heats evenly rather than creating micro-zones, so resurfacing effects are not claimed
- Listed out of stock on the checked page
- FDA record found names an earlier model (NIRA Model 2)
Tria FRX Skin Rejuvenating Fractional Laser (2nd Gen)
Laser Non-ablative fractional laser · 1440 nm · US$699.99
Tria has held FDA clearances for home-use lasers since 2010, and the FRX is its second-generation fractional device: a 1440 nm non-ablative fractional laser that creates microscopic treatment zones, the same principle used by in-clinic resurfacing lasers.
Suited to: Texture, tone, dark spots and fine lines (brand indications); Willing to follow a structured 12-week programme.
Strengths
- Fractional microthermal zones, the mechanism behind clinic resurfacing
- Brand reports three clinical studies on the device
- Battery gives about 45 minutes of treatment per charge
Watch-outs
- Warm, prickling sensation and 1–2 hours of redness are expected
- Face only, adults 18+; not over tattoos or permanent make-up
- FDA records found name earlier Tria fractional systems
Find devices by goal
Each list is produced by the rule shown, applied identically to every device and shown separately for each category.
| Goal | Rule | LED masks | Home lasers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texture, tone and resurfacing | Fractional lasers create micro-injuries that the skin repairs; this is the mechanism used by clinic resurfacing. | None | MimiSilk Iris and Tria FRX |
| Fine lines with no expected downtime | Non-fractional and low-level lasers and LED masks with red light do not create micro-injuries. | CurrentBody Series 3, Dr. Dennis Gross FaceWare Pro, Dr. Renú SpectraLift, Omnilux Contour and Shark CryoGlow | LYMA Laser, LYMA Laser PRO and NIRA Pro 3 |
| Inflammatory acne | Devices listing both 415 nm blue and red light match the wavelengths of the main acne trials. | CurrentBody Series 3, Dr. Dennis Gross FaceWare Pro and Shark CryoGlow | None |
| Red plus near-infrared light | LED masks listing both red (620–670 nm) and near-infrared (800–880 nm), as in early clinical LED studies. | CurrentBody Series 3, Dr. Renú SpectraLift, Omnilux Contour and Shark CryoGlow | None |
| Shortest routine | Devices whose listed session is three minutes or less; per-area times are excluded because a full face takes longer. | Dr. Dennis Gross FaceWare Pro | LYMA Laser PRO and NIRA Pro 3 |
Latest research explained
- Does adding red light to blue help acne at home? A 2026 trial Open-label randomised controlled trial · 2026
- How safe are 1440 nm non-ablative fractional lasers, including on darker skin? Literature review · 2025
- Fractional lasers for the eye area worked better after 45 Randomised split-face trial · 2025
- A sham-controlled trial of a red LED mask: two sessions a week seemed enough Randomised, sham-controlled, double-blind · 2025
- Red and near-infrared light and cancer risk: what a systematic review found Systematic review · 2023
- Red and amber LED light both reduced eye-wrinkle volume by about 30% Randomised split-face trial · 2023
How we compare
- Every specification comes from the manufacturer’s product page, opened on the date shown.
- Every FDA record is searched in the FDA 510(k) database and labelled by how closely it names the product.
- Prices are dated reference prices in the currency shown, never converted.
- Lists, matches and goals are generated by rules applied to every device; nothing is placed by hand.
- LED masks and lasers are separate categories. Head-to-head comparisons are only made within a category.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best at-home LED mask?
There is no single best LED mask for everyone. The right choice depends on your goal, skin, budget and routine. Cutis Lux lists LED masks alphabetically and shows each one’s published wavelengths, output, FDA record and matching research so you can compare them.
Which is the best at-home skin laser?
There is no single best home laser for everyone. The five lasers here use three different technologies (fractional, non-fractional diode and low-level laser) with different sensation, downtime and routine. Cutis Lux lists them alphabetically with published specifications and research.
What does FDA cleared mean for these devices?
FDA 510(k) clearance means the FDA found a device substantially equivalent to one already legally marketed. It is not proof that a device works better than others. We link each device to the FDA record we found and say how closely the record matches the product.
Is Cutis Lux paid by the brands it covers?
No. Cutis Lux takes no payment, free products or affiliate commission, and manufacturer links are plain links without tracking.