In LED We Trust

Now, which one is right for you?

LED (light-emitting diode) therapy uses low-level light energy to support cellular repair and renewal. Professional athletes use it for post-game recovery, and skincare junkies use it for clearer and younger-looking skin. Easy enough, right? The hard part is knowing which brands and at-home devices actually deliver results. You’re not paying for red lights. You’re paying for the science behind them. Full disclosure: we’re biased, because we sell these devices. But we’ve used LED in our treatment rooms for over a decade, and we always do our homework. Here are our favorite at-home LED devices.

Omnilux
Omnilux is one of the most popular at-home LED brands, and it’s well regarded by beauty and medical professionals alike. It’s also the reason your feed is full of influencers in scary red masks (will that ever get old? We’re not so sure). The masks are painless, need no downtime, and give your skin some much-needed TLC.

We carry two Omnilux face masks: Contour Face ($395) for wrinkles and Clear ($395) for acne. Want to treat both? You could buy both masks for $790, or consider the Celluma Mystique below.

Don’t forget your neck. The Omnilux Contour Neck & Décolleté ($395) uses the same red and near-infrared light as Contour Face, shaped to fit your neck and chest. These areas show age just as much as your face, but they’re often the last to get any attention. Pair it with Contour Face for a full face-to-chest routine.

Celluma Mystique
We’ve used Celluma in our treatment rooms for over 10 years. We’ve always loved the technology, but Celluma’s panels have historically been pricey and not exactly Instagram-friendly.

Well, that’s changed. Meet the Mystique ($995). And might we add, it does look majestic. It’s the first FDA-cleared LED mask to treat acne, wrinkles, and scalp hair loss in one device. If you’re tackling a few different concerns (and maybe your hairline, too), it’s worth a look.

The Breakdown

Omnilux Contour Face ($395)

Wavelengths: red 633nm, near-infrared 830nm

FDA cleared for: wrinkles

Treatment: 10 minutes. Easy to wear while lying in bed.

Omnilux Contour Neck & Décolleté ($395)

Wavelengths: red 633nm, near-infrared 830nm

FDA cleared for: wrinkles on the neck and chest

Treatment: 10 minutes. Straps around your neck and rests on your chest.

Omnilux Clear ($395)

Wavelengths: red 633nm, blue 415nm

FDA cleared for: acne

Treatment: 10 minutes, four times a week for up to six weeks, then as needed when breakouts start.

Celluma Mystique ($995)

Wavelengths: red 640nm, blue 465nm, near-infrared 880nm

FDA cleared for: acne, wrinkles, and scalp hair loss

Treatment: 30 minutes for optimal results, cordless and easy to walk around while wearing.

The big question: is the Celluma better because it’s more expensive?
Not necessarily! The Mystique has real perks: Celluma’s reputation as a professional LED brand, its lower-and-slower approach to light delivery, and three major concerns covered in one device. Omnilux wins on speed and price, and it’s the only one of the two with a dedicated neck and chest device.

At the end of the day, the best LED device is the one that fits your budget, addresses your concerns, and, most importantly, is the one you’ll actually use. Both brands have earned their place in the LED world. You really can’t go wrong with either!