Red Light Therapy Devices Are Everywhere—But What Do They Actually Do and What Results Are Realistic?

You have to wear it a lot more than you think.

Does at-home red light therapy actually work? We asked derms if those popular masks and wands are worth trying

Our experts explain the science behind red light therapy, and if it really works. Plus, we recommend some FDA-cleared red light masks and wands from Lightstim, Shark, Omnilux and more.

Scouted: Red Light Therapy Offers a Slew of Unexpected Health Benefits, From Healing Cold Sores to Reducing Wrinkles

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Healthline

5 of the Best Red Light Therapy Masks in 2025

Red light therapy (RLT) involves exposing the body to low-wavelength red or near-infrared light (IRL). Red and near-IRL differ slightly in terms of wavelength and visibility. Red light is visible to ...

Is Therabody’s New Red Light Mask Worth It?

The TheraFace Mask Glo is FDA-cleared, backed by real clinical data, and takes just 12 minutes a day.
The New York Times

The Best Red-Light Device

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Bon Charge red light toothbrush review: best oral care innovation in years or money-grabbing gimmick?

Does exposing your gums to red light therapy while you brush really reduce inflammation?
Women's Health

The 8 best red light therapy tools of 2025, tested by beauty experts

If you're starting to notice that your skin is looking a little, well, tired, you're not alone. The visible signs of ageing—I’m talking fine lines and wrinkles, dullness, even sallow skin—will strike ...