At-home beauty devices have gotten a lot more popular, and it's easy to lump them all together. LED and microcurrent are actually two different technologies, often used for different goals, so it helps to know what each one does.
What LED light therapy does
LED masks, like our LED red light therapy face mask, use different wavelengths of light on the surface of the skin. Red light is generally used for an overall glow and skin rejuvenation feel, while other colors are marketed for different everyday skin goals. It's a passive treatment, you wear the mask and let the light do its thing.
What microcurrent does
Microcurrent devices use a very low level electrical current to gently work the muscles under the skin, more like a workout for your face. Our 7-color LED microcurrent facial massager actually combines both technologies in one device, so you get the light therapy element along with the microcurrent massage.
Which one should you use
If you're mainly interested in an easy, low-effort addition to your routine, an LED-only mask is the simpler option. If you want something a little more hands-on that combines massage with light therapy, a combination device is worth trying. Many people use both, just on different days.
How often to use them
Most at-home devices are designed for a few sessions a week, not daily use. Check the specific product instructions, and give any new device a few weeks before expecting to notice a difference.
Want to go deeper on red light specifically? Our red light therapy guide covers the benefits in more detail and how to build it into a routine.
Good to know
These devices are designed to support your everyday skincare routine. They're not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any medical condition, and they're not a replacement for professional dermatological treatment. If you have a pacemaker, are pregnant, or have a skin condition, check with a doctor before using an electrical skincare device.