CurrentBody’s £500 LED mask offers six tailored light wavelengths
CurrentBody’s Series 3 LED face mask offers highly customisable light treatments, letting users select from six wavelengths across 125 points on the mask. A reviewer who tested a tailored treatment for six weeks found the results met expectations and praised its coverage, describing it as a strong option for people seeking a high-end mask.
The mask costs £499.99, matching the price of its less customisable predecessor. The reviewer tested 18 LED masks and consulted four independent skin experts, who viewed LED therapy most positively for mild acne, inflammation and skin firmness, while recommending consistent use and a reputable brand. Evidence is strongest for blue, red and infrared light; small CurrentBody-funded studies reported modest changes in pigmentation and redness with green and yellow light.
In short
- Series 3 offers six wavelengths across 125 light points.
- It costs £499.99 and was tested for six weeks.
- Experts see the clearest evidence for blue, red and infrared light.
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The case for
The Series 3 offers users more control over their light treatment while keeping the price at the level of its predecessor, and the reviewer found its coverage and results worthwhile after six weeks. For people seeking a high-end device, that combination may justify the cost, particularly as experts see some support for LED therapy in mild acne, inflammation and skin firmness when used consistently.
The case against
At £499.99, the mask is a substantial personal-care purchase, and the evidence is stronger for blue, red and infrared light than for some of the newer wavelength options. The reported green- and yellow-light findings came from small studies funded by CurrentBody, so buyers may reasonably question how much extra benefit the added customisation provides and whether it warrants the price.
Explained simply
LED face masks use light-emitting diodes to expose the skin to different colours of light. The idea is that particular wavelengths may affect concerns such as acne, redness or skin firmness, though results can vary and regular use is generally needed.
CurrentBody is a beauty technology company that sells LED masks, including the Series 3. Research is strongest for blue, red and infrared light; evidence for other colours is more limited, and some studies of green and yellow light were funded by the company. Skin experts commonly advise choosing a reputable device and treating claims about benefits with care.
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Originally published by The Guardian as “CurrentBody Series 3 review: a fully customisable LED mask that helps exactly where you need it”.