This LED face mask controlled my hormonal breakouts like nothing else (2025)

The CurrentBody LED mask – or LED Light Therapy Face Mask Series 2, if we're being finicky – was crowned the best LED face mask by GLAMOUR editors sometime circa 2021 as a result of rigorous testing, and it has maintained top position ever since.

First came the Series One mask – which over 800 of our readers purchased in 2023 – and in 2024, the release of Series Two was announced. When we assessed our shopping data at the end of the year, we announced that the CurrentBody LED mask Series 2 had been our third most-ordered product by GLAMOUR readers site wide between January and December, ordered by over 1,000 people. Staggering.

It's not just our readers who love it. It was approved by leading industry experts when I spoke about the powers of light therapy on BBC Radio 4’s Sliced Bread LED face masks special, and celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Halle Berry, Jess Glynne, Suki Waterhouse and Renée Zellweger have all been known to use it. Dakota Johnson and Sydney Sweeney's MUA Vasilios Tanis in Marvel’s creation, Madame Web, even revealed that the entire cast prepped their skin with the CurrentBody LED face mask before appearing on screen.

Of course, you deserve more than a few celebrity endorsements and a small snapshot into its prowess. You deserve to know all of the juicy details: why it's so good, what the science says, and how it compares to other models. So, here goes. I was one of the first journalists in the country to receive the CurrentBody LED Mask Series 2 when it first landed – and I've been tested it ever since. Ahead, my honest CurrentBody LED mask review.

SKIP TO: How we tested the mask | Meet our experts | About CurrentBody | Product deep dive | What's included in the box? | Design and how to use | Is the CurrentBody LED face mask FDA-approved? | How often can you use it? | How quickly will you see results? | Our verdict | More of the best LED light therapy devices at CurrentBody.

CurrentBody LED Face Mask Series 2: at a glance

• Mask type: Flexible mask.
• Body part: full face and neck.
• Made from: clinical-grade silicone.
• Wavelengths of light used: 236 LED bulbs emit three clinically recognised wavelengths: red (633nm), near-infrared (830nm) and new deep near-infrared (1072nm).
• Treatment time: 10 minutes per day.
• Wireless? Yes.
• Charger type: USB.
• Tested by: GLAMOUR's Senior European Commerce Editor Sophie Cockett.

Meet our experts:

About Currentbody:

CurrentBody coin themselves “the beauty experts” – a brand who has made it their mission to bring innovative, breakthrough skincare devices to customers in their own homes. Simply put, they believe that beauty technology has the power to “go deeper than the surface of the skin” – far deeper than your vitamin C serum and moisturiser can go. So, they stock the latest most efficacious in red light therapy devices, laser hair removal devices, microcurrent devices and hair regrowth technology.

How we tested CurrentBody LED Face Mask Series 2

At GLAMOUR, we pride ourselves of providing readers with honest and detailed reviews on the products that we test. We've been testing red light therapy devices for the past five years, scoring them on how well they lived up to their claims, whether they emit the right wavelengths of LED light to be effective, how comfortable they are to wear, value for money, and whether they come with extra accessories like eye protection or remote controls.

The way we've tested the Currentbody LED face mask is no different. I used it consistently, every day, over a 30 day period – and have continued including it in my skincare routine ever since.

CurrentBody LED Face Mask Series 2: Product deep dive

We've gone into great depth about the benefits of at-home light therapy many-a time before, so if you're wondering “what is light therapy?”, you won't be left with a lack of information. In short, it's the process of exposing your skin to coloured LED light – be it red, yellow or blue – where each different colour stimulates a different response in your skin when said light is absorbed.

The Series 2 mask is embedded with 236 LED bulbs which emit three clinically recognised wavelengths: red (633nm), near-infrared (830nm) and new deep near-infrared (1072nm). These are clinically-proven wavelengths (the same as professional salon machines) to reach up to 4cm of skin tissue and stimulate the cells from within.

“We know that red light at a wavelength of 633nm can help collagen stimulation, wound healing, reduction in inflammation and reduction of redness,” Dr. Belkin told me. “We also know that infrared light, at 830nm also causes collagen stimulation, and reduction in signs of photo-ageing, which includes wrinkles laxity and hyperpigmentation. So, it's really important if I am recommended a device that I know that the LED lights are extremely precise in those particular wavelengths – and I know that to be true with the Currentbody device.

“They use wave lengths of light that are evidence based, and the LED emits a very precise band of light in that wavelength,” Dr. Belkin said. “Studies that they have done show that their LED lights are extremely precise compared to other LED devices that are on the market.”

Of course, ensuring LED bulbs emit the right wavelengths of light means nothing if the coverage across the skin's surface isn't complete. Who wants a mask that leaves gaps around the eyes, or misses your crow's feet?

If you turn the Currentbody Series 2 on and turn it around, you'll see that the lights cover the entirety of your face. But that's not all: each of the wavelengths are diffused with patented pillow technology which enhances the efficacy and distribution of high quality LED wavelengths to ensure complete and evenly-distributed skin coverage.

“The LED is set back in a silicone casing,” Dr. Belkin said “which allows for the diffusion of light over the whole portion of skin that you're treating. Many of them [other masks] have pinpoint LED lights that will only target the areas that they're actually being shown on. And this is what you would get in a less expensive or cheaper device. Theirs is a really high quality device,” which allows skin cells to effectively absorb the maximum amount of light energy for the best results.

Currentbody states that results are 100% pain-free and safe, and their mask poses no risk of overexposure when used as advised.

CurrentBody LED Face Mask Series 2: What's included in the box?

• LED Light Therapy Face Mask Series 2
• Storage Bag
• USB-C Charging Cable
• Controller
• Eye Inserts
• User Manual
• Veritace® NFC card (more on that later)

CurrentBody LED Face Mask Series 2: Unboxing & design

The LED face mask comes in a sleek white box, with everything you need to reap the benefits of light therapy, safely, at home. This includes a Veritace® NFC card, which I'll tell you a little bit more about later. It's so, so impressive.

The first thing I noticed when I unboxed the mask is that it is flat when unused (perfect for stowing away in your suitcase) and that it extends to cover your chin – which the first iteration didn't.

According to instructions, you should cleanse and dry your skin before use – so before every treatment, I remove dirt, makeup and oil with a cleansing balm and Micellar water, before drying my face with a bath towel and placing the mask onto my face.

Let's start with the way it fits. This face mask – made from cutting-edge poured liquid silicone – is so much more comfortable than its predecessor was. When I reviewed Series One, I noted that I had to use a claw clip to keep the mask in place – and that it hurt a little bit after 10 minutes of use. Now, the multi-way straps can be adjusted to all head shapes, and ensure the mask stays put comfortably. The brand actually went through 21 different iterations of the design, and tested it on hundreds of face shapes, to ensure their claims were true.

I found the whole thing very easy to set up and integrate into my existing routine: you get a little remote control which comes attached to the mask, and you can turn the (fully-charged) mask on with the touch of a button. One ten-minute treatment is all that's needed for this face mask to work. I loved that using this mask for 10 minutes of an evening (it automatically switches off after that) was a real self-care moment; it quickly became my favourite step of my skincare routine.

CurrentBody LED Face Mask Series 2: The science

I won't get too technical for too long – but bear with me for a moment if you want to know how the mask actually works.

Impressively, CurrentBody has maintained the two gold standard wavelengths used in the Series 1 Mask - red (633nm) and near-infrared (830nm) – but they've added deep near-infrared (1072nm) proven to be highly effective in cellular renewal in targeted areas with this new edition. This means that the mask now has 236 LEDs vs 132 LEDs previously – but of course, it's not all about the number of LEDs. Rather, the quality.

“To ensure the LEDs in our Series 2 Mask deliver the most powerful anti-ageing benefits, we developed state-of-the-art testing equipment,” CurrentBody said. "This system measures the precision of thousands of individual LEDs, and only a small, highly precise selection makes it into our masks.

“But the testing doesn’t stop there. Each mask undergoes a final precision check to guarantee that the LEDs deliver the maximum anti-ageing effects for you.”

This unique precision testing then forms part of the brand's Veritace® quality guarantee, the method it uses to prove that Series 2 offers a level of precision never seen in at-home LED masks before.

In short, each mask comes with a Veritace® NFC card inside its box, which can be held up to your phone. When you do so, the Veritace® app will pop up, which shows you data and graphs to prove that your mask passed on every stage of testing and production. Veritace® guarantees the three proven factors, essential when choosing an LED light therapy product for the skin: precise wavelengths, maximum coverage, and optimal dosage. It's so impressive.

FAQ: Is the Currentbody Skin LED Light Therapy Mask FDA-approved?

Yes, the CurrentBody LED mask is FDA-cleared and clinically proven to reduce wrinkles in four weeks, according to their website.

FAQ: How often can you use the Currentbody LED face mask?

You should use the CurrentBody LED face mask three to five times to week, for 10 minutes at a time. This is an optimised treatment time which reflects the power output of the precision of the mask, and when used as advised, CurrentBody states that their mask is proven to be “at least 31% more powerful and effective than any other at-home red and near infrared LED mask on the market.”

It's worth noting that using it for more than the recommended amount of time will not boost your results.

FAQ: How quickly will I see results?

You can expect to see visible results in just four weeks when used consistently 10 minutes a day, three to five times per week. Although effective on its own, Currentbody recommends that you will achieve the best results when used with its CurrentBody Skin Hydrogel Face Masks or CurrentBody Skin Green Tea Serum. I did not test the mask with these products, so can't vouch for their efficacy.

GLAMOUR Verdict: Does the CurrentBody LED mask really work?

Yes. In my opinion, the CurrentBody LED face mask Series 2 works, and it is the best choice you can make. It's also really great value for money, and while I can only speak for my white, 28-year-old complexion, it has been proven to work on all skin types and tones.

The results of LED light therapy are cumulative. I can't stress enough that you shouldn't expect to see immediate changes to your complexion – and you should be consistent with your treatments otherwise you won't see a difference. If you are consistent, and your skin reacts in the same way as mine, I am confident you should start to see an improvement after a couple of weeks.

At the end of week one, I started to see that my skin felt plumper and brighter after each treatment – and after week two, I noticed that my skin texture was beginning to improve. The tell-tale sign for me was that my makeup seemed to glide on with so much more ease – something which seemed to continue to get better with time.

While I can't vouch for the impact it has had on wrinkles – I have young skin, but hope regular use will prevent premature ageing – the reduction in spots I experienced in the week prior to my period was something quite extraordinary. For me, it's reason enough alone to continue using it. After using the Currentbody Skin LED face mask three times a week for for four weeks, I really did notice my skin to be brighter, less-tired looking and significantly clearer of blemishes. I also found that, as with my makeup, my skincare now absorbs into my skin better. From my overnight masks to my hydrating serums, everything just seems to sink in.

Many other masks come in at more than £300. Case in point: The Light Salon's Advanced Light Therapy mask or the £1,680 (!) Déesse Professional LED Mask. Both great, but both expensive. The Currentbody mask costs £399, making it one of the most affordable on the market – yet one of the most powerful.

Granted, this is the first time I have used an LED mask – but my skin has never looked better. My complexion feels clearer, brighter and plumper, and my hormonal breakouts have been minimised. It feels like a great complimentary step to everything else in my skincare routine, and it's inability to stay put on my head won't stop me from reaping the benefits.

More of the best CurrentBody LED light therapy devices:

Below, shop a new release from CurrentBody, and the first CurrentBody LED face mask specifically designed to help with mild acne. It uses blue light to eliminate bacteria and breakouts, and red light to calm redness and soothe irritation.

Blue light is emitted at 415nm, and red LED light at 633nm, which is a combination clinically proven to be more effective than blue light alone. 132 LED lights are spread evenly across the face (almost 50% less than the facial mapping mask mentioned below, it's worth noting) diffused with the same patented pillow technology as CurrentBody's other devices to ensure even distribution.

To the right, we have the OG CurrentBody LED face mask, but supercharged. It does have a slightly less-accessible price point than the original, but it's a very comprehensive and impressive piece of kit, so probably worth the investment for some. According to CurrentBody, it's clinically proven to increase skin clarity, luminosity and brightness, using five precise wavelengths within four targeted treatment modes.

You can choose from the zone facial mapping treatment mode, anti-ageing, brightening or restoring, but the complete zone facial mapping treatment mode is the one that really makes this mask stand out. Different mask zones target different areas of your face, through different wavelengths of light. Red, deep red and near-infrared light are emitted around the forehead, jowls and around the mouth to plump and press fine lines. Elsewhere, green and near-infrared targets the eye area to fade hyperpigmentation, dark circles and eye bags, and yellow focuses on the most spot-prone areas of the face to help reduce facial redness. Your cheeks, nose and chin, for instance.

It's also worth mentioning that as with the original, the 360 LED bulbs are diffused with patented pillow technology for complete skin coverage. This basically means that you receive even coverage across the skin's surface, with no gaps left.