We Tested Hollywood’s Favorite Red-Light Mask
- Crazy Staff
- Sep 5
- 2 min read
Updated: Sep 10
When your biohacking arsenal includes infrared saunas, cryo chambers, and NAD+ drips, it only makes sense to add a red-light LED mask to the main stage. The TheraFace Mask by Therabody has risen to cult status among celebrities and wellness influencers—and after testing it ourselves, we’re breaking down exactly how it works, which version fits your style, and whether it lives up to the hype.
What’s in the Line-Up?
TheraFace Mask
The TheraFace Mask is the full-on, hands-free moment. Think of it like skincare autopilot: you strap it on, zone out, and by the time your podcast ends, your face looks fresher.
Price: $599.99
The original full-face mask delivers a hands-free, nine-minute treatment combining red, infrared, and blue lights. It also features gentle vibration therapy to relieve tension and boost circulation.
TheraFace Pro
The TheraFace Pro is for multitaskers. It doesn’t just light up: it microcurrents, massages, and even does hot and cold therapy. It’s less “pop it on and forget it” and more “spa menu in one gadget.”
Price: $349.99
The luxury upgrade ($419) offers LED light plus microcurrent, percussive massage, hot/cold therapy, and cleansing in a handheld design—think: skincare tools meets wellness tech.
Why It’s More Than Just a Mask
Clinical edge:
The Mask includes a whopping 648 medical-grade LEDs, roughly three times the count of leading competitors, designed for deeper, uniform coverage.
Multimodal therapy:
The combination of three light types (red for glow, infrared for firmness, blue for acne) plus face-and-scalp vibration across 17 micro-motors elevates it from “something to look good in” to “serious skin work.”
Real results, real consistency:
Clinical trials show 93% of users saw smoother, brighter skin within 12 weeks of daily use. Magazine editors and beauty pros confirm it’s more than just a stylish splurge.
What It Actually Feels Like
Here’s the honest truth: the mask feels luxe but not over-the-top. The adjustable straps keep it snug, and the silicone eye covers mean you’re not blinded while binging your favorite show. After a month of nine-minute sessions, we noticed skin tone evening out, fine lines softening, and that subtle glow people assume is just “good sleep.” Spoiler: it’s the LEDs.
So, Is It Worth It?
If you want something you’ll actually use every day, not another skincare gadget collecting dust, the TheraFace Mask earns its place on the vanity. It’s quick, it’s soothing, and it works if you stick with it. If you’re the type who loves options and wants a little more “action” in your skincare routine, the Pro might be your better bet.
Hollywood doesn’t just love the TheraFace Mask because it looks futuristic on Instagram (though it does). It’s loved because it fits seamlessly into life. Whether you’re getting red-carpet ready or just winding down after a long workday, it’s a quiet luxury that actually delivers.