We spent 12 months testing red light masks: Here are 6 that gave us real results (and 2 to skip)

Mashable's Best: E-readers, robovacs, laptops, earbuds, smart home and more Mashable @Home Look Up Trending Now Mashable Selects Say More Top creators, ranked Gift Ideas For Everyone On Your List Creator Playbook In My Bag AI at School Safety Net All Series That's why this guide has been in the works for a year. Leah Stodart is a Philadelphia-based Senior Shopping Reporter at Mashable where she covers and tests essential home tech like vacuums, TVs, beauty devices, and eco-friendly hacks. Her ever-evolving experience in these categories helps her make thoughtful recommendations for how to spend your money during shopping holidays like Black Friday, which Leah has been covering for Mashable since 2017. All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. No one is seriously questioning whether the best red light masks work anymore. The professional skincare community and dermatologists largely agree on their effectiveness. The more nuanced question is red light therapy devices provide the best visible results. When choosing a red light mask or LED skincare device, factors like light wavelength, irradiance, and bulb placement all determine whether a mask is actually doing anything for your fine lines or inflammation. Since consistency is so key for visible results, the best red light mask is the one that you'll actually feel like wearing on a daily basis After trying over 10 different products, we ultimately found six that delivered consistent results for our testers -- and two we can't recommend.