Best at home anti-ageing devices round-up

I've carefully selected from a range of skincare technologies the easiest and most pleasant to use at-home anti-ageing devices.

1. Dermalux Flex MD professional medical light therapy healing & rejuvenation
2. Tripollar STOP VX thorough Radio Frequency skin tightening
3. Mira-Skin Ultrasound deepfills skin-plumping Hyaluronic Acid
4. LYMA laser powerful multi-tasker for targeted areas
5. CurrentBody Skin Light Therapy Mask easy & hands-free
6. Nuface Trinity daily pampering microcurrent
7. NIRA Precision Laser for your eyes
8. Trophyskin MiniMD budget microdermabrasion

The Flex MD is a large, bendy LED panel made by experts Dermalux. The panel houses 360 LEDs of three clinically proven colours; blue 415nm, red 633nm and near infrared (NIR) 830nm. You can use any single or combination of wavelengths during a session. Use the canopy around your head, face and neck, or lay it flat against your skin on other body areas.

The photons in these specific light wavelengths do special things in your cells with a process called photobiomodulation.

The red (633nm) and NIR (830nm) wavelengths reach different depths where they reduce inflammation, boost blood flow, and energise the mitochondria power generator organelles in our cells. This kickstarts collagen and elastin production, to calm, heal, refresh, hydrate and brighten your skin. They build gentle heat to relieve muscular and joint pain too.

Blue wavelength (415nm) controls sebum, destroys bacteria including acne causing bacteria, and calms other bacterial conditions for improved skin clarity and health.

Learn more about how the different light wavelengths work here.

The Flex MD is an exceptional home device. That’s because Dermalux proprietary LED tech is much more stable, precise and powerful than rivals. It’s clinically proven to kick-start significant biochemical changes in our skin. So much so, it’s the only home device CE medically certified to treat acne, heal wounds, psoriasis and relive pain. Therefore, it’s extra fast and effective versus rival home LED devices for anti-aging concerns too!

If you’re curious, you can learn more about the Flex MD tech and how it outperforms all other home LED devices here. But I’ve also experienced first-hand what it does. I tested it for 5 weeks. Frankly, it’s nuts how quick it works and how much healthier my skin is. True, it’s wincingly expensive, but I reckon it’s a truly wicked investment.

Ease of use

The mains-power, body-safe triple layer grey foam panel is robust, durable, and surprisingly bendy. A wipe-clean transparent cover protects the neat network of 360 LED lights. You must be close to a power outlet, or have an extension cable handy. It’s simple to set-up and easy to select and control the lights via the small controller. The lights auto switch-off after 30 minutes.

Use the LED panel as a canopy for treating your scalp, face and neck. Alternatively, lay it flat against your skin on your chest, back, tummy and other body areas.

First, wash & dry your face. Then, check which combo of lights you need using the treatment protocols sheet. Set up the lights using the controller, get comfy under the canopy, and start the lights.

Each facial session under the canopy takes 30 minutes. Just lay back and relax. You can take a silent meditative rest 💤, listen to the radio, music, audio book or a podcast.

For body areas, lay the LED panel directly on your skin and reduce the session time to 20-minutes (because it’s so much closer to your skin). I watch a few episodes as I treat my decolletage, tummy and legs. Set a timer and stop it manually after 20-minutes.

It’s pleasantly warm and soothing under the lights. And they’re super bright, but the opaque goggles are excellent at shielding your eyes. Your skin can turn pink because of the increased blood flow. But besides that, it doesn’t get too hot, there’s no stinging, pain, or unpleasant skin reactions either.

If you have the space, once you’re done, leave it all assembled on a bed (turn it off at the mains) or pack it away into the box or storage bag. Finally, apply your favourite skincare.

Effort & results

The Flex MD is rather time-intensive, especially if you treat multiple body areas. It’s 30 minutes for your face, and an additional 20 minutes per body area. But it’s very easy and just a little effort. Use it at any time of the day. I choose a relaxing, winddown, evening routine.

Do twelve frequent sessions per area, 3 to 5 times per week. Then reduce them as you need to maintain your results. And despite the considerable time commitment, it’s easy to stick with because results appear fast.

Some feel the difference after just one session. Typically, you’ll see soothed, brighter, hydrated, and healthier skin after just two or three sessions. You may see a noticeable change the day after a session. And the results just keep getting better.

Skin gradually smooths, firms, and rehydrates, pores shrink, scars, fine lines, pigmentation, spider veins and redness fade, so you’ve a healthy radiant glow instead. Breakouts, inflammation, dryness, and psoriasis calm and heal, and thin, delicate, and vulnerable skin rebuilds and strengthens.

Complete all twelve sessions quickly to see your best results. Continue if you like, or alternatively two or three maintenance sessions per week is usual to maintain your new heathy skin. And if you need an extra calming or rejuvenating boost, do three daily sessions in a row 👌.

I use the Flex MD with red and NIR for general antiaging, and sometimes red, NIR and blue if I feel a few pesky spots. I did four or five sessions per week for three weeks, then dropped to 2 per week. And now I’m hooked on the Flex MD.

My skin is incredibly healthy, hydrated, smooth, and bright. It’s plumper, firm and supple, everywhere. It clears skin bumps and blemishes fast, and, more gradually fades pigmented areas too. I love these results. It’s my skin and face, but like in a CGI-enhanced flashback. It’s fresh, revitalized, and visibly younger.

See for yourself in my before and after 5 weeks photo comparison…

You can see more Flex MD before & after comparison photos here.

I’m also a bit klutzy and the skin on my shins is very thin, so I also use the Flex MD to fade leg bruises and other boo-boos in double-quick time.

The Negatives

The Flex MD is very special. But there are a few negatives to consider.

First, it’s rather a large piece of kit. And although it’s portable in the storage bag, it’s not practical if you travel frequently. Also, it’s ideal if you can leave it assembled on a spare bed when not in use. Otherwise, for each session you must pack it in and out of the storage bag or box. It’s a bit of a faff but is super important to protect this very expensive investment!

Second, it is time intensive. Each 30-minute facial session is a good excuse to simply relax, listen to podcasts or audio books you’d normally not make time for. But if you rarely have any spare time, you may prefer another device that’s easier to fit in.

Next, it’s easy to accidentally pause or turn off the lights with the controller. That’s because it’s capacitive (it senses your skin) and you don’t have to physically touch it to alter the controls. But there’s an easy fix. Simply place the controller next to the canopy, within reach but safely away from your hands.

Also, – it’s a small gripe – but the mains cable could be a bit thicker and more supple. It’s not such a big deal because the panel doesn’t move in use, but if it matched the quality of the LED panel it’d be perfect.

And finally, the Flex MD is seriously expensive at £1,895 😳. (If it’s too much and you’re set on light therapy, try the CurrentBody Skin LED masks next in this list). But if you have the cash, I think it’s well worth it. That’s because of the precise, stable and powerful LED tech, versatile panel design for whole-body use, CE medical certification, multi-tasking treatments, and the unmatched, fast and healthy skin results.

Compared other LED face masks, panels and devices on offer, I think the Flex MD is remarkable. It’s a new class of home-use device and I’m confident it’s the best home LED kit you can buy.

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This small, handheld device sends bipolar Radio Frequency current into your skin’s dermis layer. There, this RF current encounters resistance in your tissues which creates gentle heat. This heat tightens your collagen fibres, and stimulates fibroblast activity to gradually remodel the collagen & elastin structures in your skin. This tightens your skin and reduce wrinkles. The increased collagen also firms, plumps and brightens too.

And there’s also a Dynamic Muscle Activation (DMA) mode for use along the jawline. It’s called ELV in the US model. This is a mini Electro Muscle Stimulation (EMS) pulse working on your SMAS layer facial muscles, below the dermis and hypodermis. Tripollar say DMA strengthens muscles to build volume and tone, and works with the RF to enhance lift and contouring along your jawline. Phew!

Use it with Tripollar or CurrentBody RF preparation gel.

I’ve been keen to test the STOP VX because it can tighten sagging chin. And that’s what I want. The latest STOP VX skin tightening device combines their 2nd generation RF and DMA. This basically means it’s more efficient and faster than the older models. So, I tested it over 3+ months. I love my results and I highly recommend this device. Keep reading to learn why.

Ease of use

The mains-power STOP VX device is small, lightweight and with an attractive geometric design. It’s robust and well-made, simple to operate, and comfy enough to manoeuvre around your face and neck. Use it with the thick and sticky Tripollar or CurrentBody RF prep gels. They have quite a strong scent, but you need just a few dabs and it doesn’t dry out.

The STOP VX model has larger RF electrode nobbles than older versions, and these work faster to heat your skin to the target temperature.

The RF routine is simple with slow, adjacent circles all over your skin until it reaches temperature shown by the orange light and beep. First, using a foundation brush, paint on a thin layer of the gel. Then warm each treatment area for 4 to 5 minutes each. For the DMA routine, slowly swipe along your jawline for 5 mins each side.

The RF routine is simple and easy to remember. It’s like the soothing, massaging circles. And I love the warming sensation. The DMA in contrast feels like teeny pinpricks in short pulses. It’s an odd sensation, and it can pull your lips if too close to your mouth. But I find it totally bearable on HIGH level. Skin is red/pink and plumped afterwards, and feels invigorated. This fades gradually, but the next day it’s super-smooth!

Once you’re finished, give the STOP V^X a wipe and wash the gel off your face. Follow with your serums and moisturiser. Or a hydrating and cooling sheetmask feels pretty awesome too.

Effort & results

The STOP V^X is a high effort device. It demands discipline and commitment during the start-up stage.

Use it two or three times per week for six to eight weeks. Each RF and DMA session takes 30 to 35 minutes for full face and neck. I set aside a quiet, unrushed hour every other evening. It’s a pleasant, wind-down routine before bed and you can do it as you watch TV too.

Tripollar say the STOP significantly reduces fine lines and wrinkles, plumps and lifts saggy skin, improves skin texture, improves muscle volume, and tones your jawline area. From user feedback (and my trial) you can also add refines pores and gives a radiant glow! You may see all these changes, or just a few and of varying impact too. Some see and feel fresher, smoother and plumper skin after just a few sessions. But results build gradually so wait at least six weeks to see significant changes.

Take a before and after photo to compare how your skin changes.

I love my results from the STOP VX. I have healthy, radiant, supple and hydrated skin. It’s exceptionally smooth and plumper, especially on my forehead and under eyes. But the key thing for me is it has tightened the loose skin under my chin👇

Psssst…See my full Tripollar STOP user trial diary and more before vs after photos.

After six to eight weeks, you can drop the frequency to once a week, or once every 2 weeks as you see fit. And in my experience, these less frequent ongoing sessions work to maintain results. 🥳

The negatives

There are a few negatives to consider with the STOP V^X.

First, a full face and neck session is rather time-consuming. So, expect a high effort start-up stage which demands commitment. But it gets much easier after this because it’s one of the lowest effort for maintenance sessions. Plus, it’s very pleasant and easy to do watching TV.

Second, the angular shape could be a little comfier. But it’s not such a big deal with the V^X because your done before it gets too tiring.

Next, there’s not much evidence supporting the effect and results for DMA mode. So, the benefit is questionable. If this irks you (as it does me) you could instead consider the slightly cheaper STOP X with fast RF, but without DMA mode.

You should also bear in mind that, while the earlier original STOP models with single-RF are clinically proven, the STOP V^X and X with Multi-RF, aren’t. Other clinical studies show multiple RF frequencies work better combined, but this explains why there are no advertised differences in speed or depth of results between models. However, all the Tripollar models have FDA-clearance which means they are safe.

Then there’s the Tripollar prep gel costs around £30 for 50ml. That’s expensive considering it’s just glycerin and salt with a bit of added scent. CurrentBody offer a slightly better value alternative at £30 for 100ml. Regardless, you don’t need a lot so the gel lasts for ages. After 3 months I’ve used a little more than half my Tripollar gel.

And finally, the STOP V^X is pricey, one of the most expensive devices I’ve tested. For that I want a long and reassuring money back guarantee. But there isn’t one. Boo. There are cheaper options in the STOP X, STOP V and Classic but still without guarantees.

Find more information on the Tripollar STOP VX models here. And you can learn how they compare to the other Tripollar STOP models too. If you think it's the device for you, please shop via my links (there's a special discount code just for you too!). I earn a small commission, but your price stays the same.  I really appreciate your support for my future reviews 🙏!

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The Mira-skin kit is a home version of phonophoresis facials available in professional beauty spas and aesthetic clinics. It’s safe for all skin tones and types, for women and men. Use the ultrasound wand with the actives-packed serum and water-based conductive gel on your face, neck and décolletage. For an extra plumping treat use the ultrasound boost with a Mira-skin sheet mask.

This promises serious skin-plumping results.

This is what it does:

So, I just had to put it to the test (and on my 70-years young Mam no less).

Ease of use

The Hyaluronic Serum has a pleasant rose scent and slips easily over your skin before sinking in. It feels premium and fast became my Mam’s preferred serum. Use it at least once a day, and with the ultrasound wand one to three times a week.

The ultrasound wand is cordless, compact, lightweight, robust and comfortable to hold. The materials are superb quality with a surgical-grade stainless steel treatment head. It’s super-simple to operate and intuitive to manoeuvre. A single battery charge lasts several weeks.

The routine is fast and simple with slow swipes over all your skin in soothing, smooth glides. First apply the serum all over. Then, apply the gel in sections so it doesn’t dry out. Start on the left and glide three times over each area of your neck, jawline and chin, cheeks and forehead. Then repeat on the other side.

The conductive gel is thick and doesn’t drip or sting your eyes. Have a wipey-towel handy to keep your hands clean and remove the excess gel at the end.

It’s easy to remember, soothing and calming. There’s no sensation from the ultrasound and no skin reactions either. It quickly became a pampering evening ritual my Mam looks forward to.

Effort & results

The Mira-skin system demands much less time and commitment than rival devices. And the ongoing low-effort routine doesn’t change, so it quickly becomes habit.

Use the serum as part of your daily skincare routine. And combine with the ultrasound boost one or two times each week. Each ultrasound session takes between 5 to 10 pampering minutes. Pick a quiet, unrushed evening each week to spoil yourself.  It helps your skin’s natural overnight rejuvenation too. And it’s for ongoing use.

Mira-skin say the serum and ultrasound boost gives you glow, hydrates, plumps & smooths skin, reduces fine lines & wrinkles, and fades age spots, redness and pigmentation. You may see some benefits more than others.

Most feel quick hydration and relief from dryness with the daily serum application and just a few ultrasound boosts. Then, over the next month or two, Hyaluronic Acid, collagen and elastin build in your skin for noticeably plumper, smoother, supple and glowing results. 

My 70-something year old Mam tested it over several months and saw excellent results, improving with continued use.

Here are her comparison photos.

And if you have more pamper time, try a mega-quenching 15- to 20-minute Mira-skin facial mask +ultrasound boost. Use it weekly, every few weeks or monthly. The plumping, hydrating effect of this sheet mask with ultrasound is immediately noticeable.

The plumping, hydrating effect of this sheet mask with the ultrasound boost is immediately noticeable. Here's the results on my Mam:

The Negatives

There are a few things to mention here.

First, the gel’s a bit messy. It’s easily solved with a cosmetic brush to keep your hands clean. Or you can squirt it on to the treatment head and smooth it over your skin, before turning on the wand.

Second, it’s so pampering you’ll want to use it more often. Seriously. But don’t do more than three sessions per week as this can tire your facial muscles for the opposite effect.

And finally, the gels, serum and masks are quite expensive. So, it’s reassurring Mira-skin say you can use any quality anti-aging serum with the ultrasound boost – I love this freedom to experiment. However, I also feel their serum is absolutely worth the cost (50ml €139/$139 lasts 3 months). That’s because the clinical study shows impressive results as does our user test. The masks are especially potent too.

Find more information on the Mira-Skin Ultrasound & HA booster here. Or, if this review has helped you decide, please support my future reviews and shop via my links. I earn a small commission, but your price stays the same. I really appreciate your support 🙏!

The LYMA laser is a small hand-held wand. It sends tiny refracted laser beams into your skin. Unlike other at-home rejuvenation lasers, the LYMA laser does not trigger a healing response by damaging your skin with heat. The laser energy is nonthermal or ‘cold’, so it stimulates your skin cells instead. 

The photons from the 808nm near-infrared (NIR) laser reach your deepest tissue layers and give your cells an energy boost with a process called photobiomodulation. This reduces inflammation, boosts blood flow, and energises all your cells. So, they’re healthier, better protected, and they build stronger collagen and elastin. It calms, heals, refreshes, hydrates, brightens, and firms your skin.

You can’t see NIR light so you also get four 470nm blue LEDs. These show that the device is powered on. The 470nm light wavelength also triggers a photochemical reaction which controls sebum, kills acne and other bacteria, to give you clear, blemish free skin.

It’s different in the US 🇺🇸 because of the necessary FDA clearance needed to sell the laser. Here, instead of blue LEDs, you get four red LEDs of 620nm. These work to brighten and revitalise the outer layer of your skin.

The expensive LYMA Mist and Glide gel are optional, but could give you faster results.

I’m no stranger to at home red and NIR LED light therapy devices. But this is the only cold laser you can buy. So, I’m keen to see how the results compare. And overall, I’m impressed.

Ease of use

The stylish, cordless laser is a small but heavy cylindrical black wand with an engraved LYMA logo towards the business end. It feels expensive. The materials are tactile, with a neat and durable construction, and one satisfying push-button on the end to turn it on and off.

At-home lasers have a teeny pinprick laser aperture. So, the LYMA has a clever treatment lens, which not only glides smoothly over your skin, but means you can treat more surface area in one go. The rings and levels of tiny clear hexagons refract the small NIR laser beam 25,000 times around the area of the lens (8cm2). This diffusion also makes the laser safe to use around your eyes. 

Apply 6 pumps of the leave-on LYMA Oxygen Mist and Glide before you laser if you fancy. There’s a 30 day supply to try in the kit. LYMA says these flood your skin with oxygen and other goodies. So, once the laser energises your cells, there’s plenty on hand to do further goodness in your skin. They’re optional, but do feel rather nice.

The routines are simple. Hold the laser in your fingertips or a fist, and cover your skin in super slow back-and-forth glides, repeating 5 times on each strip. Treat your face, neck, hands, chest, knees, etc. for at least 15 minutes, but ideally 30 minutes for faster results. You don’t need a lot of pressure, but I rather enjoy a little face squishing massage. Or hold the laser flush against each area of your skin or trouble spot for 3 minutes each. It’s pleasant and painless, but a little tiring when holding the heavy laser for prolonged periods.

Once you’re done, apply your favourite skincare. Pop the laser in its little neoprene sleeping bag for safekeeping. Charge the laser every few days to weekly depending on how long you use it. The lithium battery gives an excellent 500 charging cycles, which equates to 10 years of use. You get a good 2-year warranty too.

Effort & results

The LYMA Laser is time intensive and rather a lot of effort. 

You must dedicate 30 minutes every day for anti-ageing results on each treatment area. Plus extra to treat trouble spots of pigmentation, lines, scars and thread veins.

So, it’s clear the LYMA laser is a significant commitment, especially if you have multiple areas to treat. But it’s easy once embedded in your routine. I use it as part of my wind-down evening routine. It takes just a little concentration. You can watch TV, listen to a podcast or read as you use it.

It takes a few weeks to feel smoother, meatier skin. And about one month to see any visible improvements. Changes are slow and subtle as each daily session energises your skin cells, in turn strengthening, rebuilding and replenishing your collagen and elastin to heal and rejuvenate your skin. 

Give it a month to see acne improvement. You’ll feel firmer & smoother skin texture then too, which gets plumper and brighter as you progress. Elasticity, fine lines and wrinkles, sun spots, redness and pigmentation steadily improve over the next two months too. And it’s after 2+ months of use, you'll see a reduction in scars, rosacea and cellulite. 

Keep going for at least 3 months. Then, decide if you’ll continue with daily sessions to get better results, or drop to your maintenance schedule. 

I used the LYMA laser daily for 4 months on my hands and a spider vein on my right cheek.

The laser turned my crinkly old-lady hands young again! Their sallow, thin, dry, scaly texture gradually became springier and less deathly looking. And after 4 months of daily use, I’m rather impressed with my smooth, hydrated and elastic skin. It’s plumped, meaty and bouncy, with a clearer, unified colour. I still see dark spots from my sun damage. But overall, my skin looks ALIVE. And it kinda sparkles!

However, there was no visible change in my spider vein after over one hundred 30-minute sessions 😳. In hindsight, I’d have spent longer on my hands to get faster results. Or treated my under-eyes instead. 

You can see more before vs after photos of my LYMA laser trial here.

The Negatives

There are some cons to the LYMA laser.

First up, it’s very time consuming. And especially so if you want to treat multiple or large body areas. But if you can dedicate the time, it’s easy to do as you watch TV, read, etc.  

Second, the laser is a tad chunky, so it’s awkward to treat your neck and under your jawline. It’s also heavy, so can be a bit tiring to hold or glide for longer sessions. But you soon get used to it and find the most comfy ways to hold it.

Next, whilst it’s easy to treat your face and the front of your body, it’s not so for the back. Therefore, you may need a helpful assistant for hard-to-reach areas such as cellulite on the backs of legs or acne on your back.

Then there’s the expensive LYMA Mist and Glide gel. If you love them, subscribe for monthly delivery at £99/$149 per month. But don’t feel pressured. You’ll still get excellent results without them.

LYMA also uses fuzzy language around the clinical evidence for the laser. They rely on the generic library of evidence for the 808nm cold laser technology. But this specific laser has not had a dedicated clinical trial. This doesn’t mean it doesn’t work. It does - I love the results it gives me. But it could mean that the advertised results are not as reliable or as many as stated (as I too experienced with my thread vein). 

And finally, this laser is expensive at £1999/$2695. Wowser. And there’s no money-back guarantee to test it out either. However, it’s a quality bit of kit, with a good 2 year warranty and 10 years expected run time. I can vouch for the powerful results, so it’s a solid investment if you’re keen.

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The CurrentBody Skin wearable LED light therapy tech comes in a flexible full-face mask, and separate neck and décolletage perfector. They each have many light emitting diodes (LEDS) of both red and near infra-red light held next to your skin.

These photons in these specific light wavelengths boost blood flow and energise the mitochondria power generator organelles in our cells. The process is called photobiomodulation.

This perks-up all your cells, including fibroblasts which build more and stronger collagen and elastin. This gradually heals and refreshes your skin. With regular use it’s clinically proven to reduce facial lines, improve texture and pigmentation for younger looking, healthier skin. Use with an optional Hydrogel Face Mask for enhanced skin hydration too.

✔ Reduces inflammation
✔ Boosts blood flow
✔ Faster cell metabolism & so more ATP energy
✔ More antioxidants & detoxifies cells
✔ More & stronger collagen & elastin

Learn all about how red and near-red infrared light works here.

Ease of use

The LED masks are a flexible, soft and durable, white silicone. They’re light and comfortable to wear, secured with soft Velcro straps. The mask moulds around your face with all the holes in the right place. And the long-lasting battery power means you’re not stuck next to a power socket. Each charge lasts around 20 uses. They’re straightforward to get going because there’s just a single button to operate them and they auto shut-off once the time is up.

First wash and dry your face. Then, simply choose a comfy spot then secure the mask with the Velcro strap, sit back, and chillax! There are no routines or techniques to learn. It requires zero concentration, and not even your hands! Take 10-minutes whilst relaxing, reading, watching TV, or even meditating. This is the easiest option out there, done in a jiffy.

There’s no heat or pain, and no skin reactions after either. However, the lights are bright so it’s probably not for light sensitive eyes. Once you’re done, wipe down the mask with a damp cloth to keep it clean, and apply your favourite skincare.

Effort & results

The CurrentBody Skin LED mask and Neck & Dec Perfector take a little time, but are very low effort.

Use them three to five times a week for at least four weeks. Do it at any time of the day when you have a spare 10 minutes. It needs little motivation. And although there are other devices which demand less weekly treatment time, none are hands-free or so little faff as these.

To maintain your results, use as frequently as you need. I do at least 2 or 3 maintenance session per week, sometimes more if my skin’s a bit tired and dehydrated.

CurrentBody say it softens fine lines & wrinkles, reduces inflammation, smooths texture, firms, tones & rehydrates skin, and fades pigmentation.

You may see all these changes or just a few, and they can vary in impact too. Some see and feel fresher, smoother and brighter skin after just a few sessions. But results build gradually. So, give it at least four weeks to see noticeable changes.

The mask also partners very well with at-home microcurrent sessions. So, I added it to my microcurrent routine to test it. I do a relaxing 10-minute mask session before my evening microcurrent session. I’ve done this 5 days per week for 4 weeks.

Microcurrent gave me incredibly healthy and beautifully hydrated, supple skin. So, I wasn’t sure it could get better.

But it has.

Here are my comparison photos after 4 weeks of using the CurrentBody Skin LED mask combined with microcurrent:

My skin is perkier still! It’s even smoother with further refined pores. It has also plumped-out and faded my forehead lines, being most noticeable immediately after the LED mask. My under-eye area is thicker and brighter, so the fine lines aren’t as noticeable anymore. And boy is my skin BRIGHT 🤩. The colour is deeper and more unified, and there’s a vibrancy to it too.

Psssst…See more before vs after photos from my CurrentBody Skin LED mask trial.

The Negatives

There are a few negatives to share about the masks.

First, as mentioned earlier, the lights are bright. So, you may need to close your eyes during the session which means 10 minutes complete downtime. But if you can bear it, your eyes adjust quickly. I find it most comfortable watching TV.

Second, the face mask is difficult to move around in because it restricts your visibility, and movement causes the lights to flicker and sometimes even disconnect.

Next, a few reviewers share the mask is an awkward fit, too tight in places and gaps in others. Current Body can help here with additional Velcro straps for a better fit and comfort. And note, if your upper lip is a problem area there are no lights directly on this spot, although the surrounding light does reach there. It’s not a trouble spot for me yet so I can’t say how effective it is!

Also, the mask is expensive and it may be beyond your budget. You can choose a cheaper, hand-held LED device. They still work. However, they can’t treat your entire face in 10 minutes or give results within 4 weeks. So, if you can afford them, I think the CurrentBody masks are well worth the additional cash. And they run regular promotions and bundles too.

And finally, there’s no reassuring money back guarantee. It’s a bummer, but I still think this mask is an awesome choice because of the ease, comfort, durability and results.

Find more information on the CurrentBody Skin LED light therapy masks here. If this review has helped you decide, please support my future reviews and shop via these links for the CurrentBody Skin LED mask and Neck & Dec Perfector. I earn a small commission, but your price stays the same. I really appreciate your support 🙏!

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The Nuface Trinity microcurrent device is FDA-cleared and safe for all skin tones and types, for use on the face and neck with a water-based conductive gel. It’s suitable for both men and women, but men must be clean-shaven for it to work. There are both large and small microcurrent attachments, and a LED wrinkle reducer attachment too.

The microcurrent mimics the bioelectricity in your body. This energises tissues on neck and face making them smoother, tight and supple for a healthier and younger appearance.

How does it work?

As we age, our bodies create less of a vital molecule called ATP (adenosine triphosphate). ATP fuels cell processes all through-out your body. This includes building collagen and elastin which repair and refresh your skin keeping it young. Therefore, less ATP is sad times.

Our bodies create ATP using natural bioelectricity in our cells (learn more on microcurrent here). And this is how the Trinity helps. The gentle microcurrent circulates in your skin and is so similar to your body’s own, your cells use it to create ATP. This increased ATP boosts metabolism, flushes out toxins and builds collagen and elastin.

With frequent use you build and store more ATP in your skin.  So gradually, sluggish unhealthy aged cells wake-up and shake-up for a healthier, fresher-faced you. Happy times.

Ease of use

The device is cordless, small but weighty, robust, curvy and ergonomic. It’s very simple to operate and the battery life is excellent, lasting 2 weeks of daily use. A series of soothing glides and holds make-up the routines. Treat one side of your neck/face in zones, then repeat on the right. Move to the next position with each 5-second beep.

The routines are very easy to remember. The App needs updating though because the follow-along video tutorials don’t match the recommended basic and advanced routines, or include the neck glides and holds.

I love the indulgent, cooling, soothing glides of the spheres over my skin. There’s virtually no sensation from the microcurrent but you do get five intensities to choose from just in case. It can zing on spots and leave a slight metallic taste too. But there are no uncomfortable skin reactions from the sessions.

You must use an electrotherapy conductive gel with the Trinity. Nuface released new conductor gels in July 2021. They contain skincare goodies as well as conducting the microcurrent into your skin. They promote these rather agressively, but there are cheaper options available if you find them too expensive, or if they cause skin reactions. Learn more about alternative Nuface gels here. 

Whichever gels you use, a session with the Trinity is pampering and relaxing, but not to be rushed. If you love a bit of indulgent self-care, it’s right up your street.

Effort & results

The Nuface Trinity demands discipline and is a high-effort device. So, consider if it suits your lifestyle best.

Choose the basic (5 mins) or advanced (around 20 mins) routines with the trainer attachment. Or make up your own. Add in the ELE attachment for lips and eyes and it’s around another 10 minutes on top.

Treat 5 days a week for the first 60 days. If you see good results and are happy, switch to 2 or 3 sessions per week to maintain your results.

Nuface say the Trinity can tighten, lift & contour, shrink pores, firm & smooth skin, depuff eye bags, lift eyebrows & hooded eyes, fade fine lines & wrinkles. You may have all or only a few of these results. And although some people see immediate skin tightening, results build gradually over time. 60 days is the suggested time-frame to see noticeable results.

I saw excellent results overall, to varying degrees by problem area. The Nuface tightened my skin, but didn't significantly lift loose skin undermy chin. Here's my before vs after 4 months photos:

The Negatives

There are a few negatives with the Trinity. As mentioned above, it’s high-effort during start-up and maintenance. Plus, it may take longer than the suggested start-up phase to get your desired results. If you can’t commit, it’s probably not for you.

Next, the Nuface gels are expensive too. You can learn about gel tips and alternatives here. Then there’s more expense to consider too, because whilst Trinity deals are decent value, you must add another £125 to £142 each for the ELE and LED attachments. (And I don’t rate the latter either – learn why in the full review). So, if you need extra help with wrinkles, brows, hooded eyes and lip lines, bear this extra cost in mind.

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SAGGY EYE-BAGS!

They make me look old and tired. Disguising them with make-up is a skill I lack because it inevitably pools in the ever-multiplying fine lines, looking ten times worse than before. Ugh. So…

Option 1: stop looking in mirrors

Option 2: smile constantly, scrunching them out of sight.

Option 3: give the NIRA Skincare laser a whirl.

What’s the NIRA Skincare laser, you say?

The NIRA Skincare laser is safe for all skin tones and types, for women and men. It’s a non-ablative non-fractional laser that’s FDA-cleared safe and effective for use at home. It zaps teeny laser pulses, perfect to cover crow’s feet, under eye wrinkles and bags, and other small lined or wrinkled facial areas. You don’t need any gels or extra attachments to use it (but you must moisturise afterwards!)

This is how it works. Water in your lower skin layer (dermis) absorbs the infrared laser beams and creates heat. The laser precisely controls this heat so it won’t damage your skin cells or cause pain. But it is hot enough to trigger your skin’s healing response. This means your fibroblasts build stronger collagen and elastin, which supports and regenerates your skin so it gradually perks up. With daily use, the result is firmer, supple skin, and smoothed away fine lines and wrinkles.

“Wowsers!” said I. I’ve got to try this. So, I did. And now I’ll share all about it so you can decide if it’s right for you. 

Ease of use

The rechargeable laser is small, lightweight, a bit plasticy but decent enough quality. Inside is a solid-state diode laser. Besides sounding fancy, this means there are no moving parts, so there’s less that can fail or break. Each battery charge lasts ages, around 4 weeks of daily use. And NIRA say it has no pulse or recharge limits, therefore it’ll last many years of zaps. NIRA Skincare give a 1-year warranty (meh), but CurrentBody.com has that beat with their extended 2-year warranty.

The laser is very straightforward to operate with just a power button and a pulse button. And the routine is simple. Just place the nose flush against your skin and cover it in fast, adjacent pulses. The device beeps at the start and end of each pulse to let you know it’s working.

It’s very easy. You need precision but not a lot of brain-power. Each pulse gives a small, brief, hot sensation. I find level five intensity is totally bearable and pain-free. My skin is sometimes pink afterwards but it fades within a few minutes and there’s no other irritation. Don’t forget to help nourish and heal afterwards with Nira Skin’s or your own favourite Hyaluronic serum and moisturiser on top!

Effort & results

This little laser is easy to commit to. It has the quickest sessions so, despite needing daily use, it’s one of the lowest effort devices overall and doesn’t feel like a chore. Plus, the ongoing routine doesn’t change so it quickly becomes habit too.

NIRA suggest you need 40 pulses per undereye area, taking about 2 minutes. This is about right. You don’t need to be super-precise because you’ll cover any missed bits in your next sessions.

NIRA say you can use the laser twice a day – morning and night – to see faster results. However, I caution against this if your skin is thin, crêpey and delicate. I found it too much for my skin which felt dehydrated despite moisturising. So, be patient and stick with once a day. You’ll still see the same results, it just takes a little longer to get there.

NIRA say the laser builds collagen and elastin gradually, so after around 2 months your skin is noticeably brighter, firmer and smoother. That means faded and softened crow’s feet. Under-eye bags tighten, fine lines and wrinkles fade and soften. 

You’ll see your best results after 3 months, with younger looking eyes. Keep going to maintain your results.

The Negatives

Thankfully, the NIRA laser doesn’t sting or cause burning red skin. So, you don’t need a will of steel to keep going. But don’t expect to use it for entire face and neck rejuvenation. The laser aperture is teeny and takes too long and oodles of concentration to cover such large areas.

Instead, try a home Radio Frequency device for similar collagen building effects also using dermal heat.

The main negative with the NIRA laser is it’s expensive at RRP £299/$399. And this does seem a little steep. Especially compared to rival devices using alternative technology which quickly treat your full face and neck.

However, most of these can’t beat the NIRA laser as an effective, specialist tool for eye wrinkles. That’s because it zaps right up to the lower lid letting no wrinkles escape. And it gives longer-lasting results than other technologies such as microcurrent. You can learn more in the full NIRA laser review. But if you’re still unsure, you can test it out to see if it’s worth it with a reassuring 60-day money back guarantee from CurrentBody.com and NIRA Skin.

So, will you try the NIRA Skincare laser for younger looking eyes? It’s rather good for shaving a few years off. Check out the full NIRA Precision laser review here. But if you're ready to buy, please shop via my links when you’re ready. I earn a small commission, but your price stays the same. I really appreciate your support 🙏!

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The Trophy Skin microdermabrasion devices are FDA-registered home versions of diamond peel exfoliation facials available in day spas and medical aesthetic centres. They’re safe for all skin tones and types and suitable for both women and men. You can use them on face, neck, chest, hands or anywhere you need it. Choose different sizes, suction levels and price devices.

The diamond tip exfoliates rough, dead skin and sucks away the debris. It reveals fresh skin and boosts collagen and elastin production. The result is smooth, clear and bright skin.

Ease of use

The microderm devices are decent quality and run on mains power. The dinky MiniMD is a good option if you travel frequently. It has 2 suctions levels and is super-quick to get the hang of. The top-of-the-range MicrodermMD is much larger for ongoing use at home. It has 2 automatic routines, a manual mode and 10 suction levels. The LCD screen guides you through your auto-routines. Both are suitable for beginners.

Pop in a new wool filter for each treatment. And don’t pass over each bit of skin more than 3 times. They’re both very easy to operate, manoeuvre and remember the treatment routines.

The MiniMD does a decent job around your nose with just the standard tip. It’s also ok with suction level 1 where skin is thinner and more delicate, such as under eyes, crow’s feet and lips. But the MicrodermMD has several more suction levels for more bespoke and complete treatment. It also has a pore extraction tip and infusion tip.

There’s a low-pitch whirring from the suction which sounds more earnest on the higher levels. It doesn’t hurt but you can feel it for sure! It’s strangely pleasant and satisfying because of the fine, scratchy sensation from the diamond tip combined with the massaging suction across your skin. Skin’s a bit pink and glowy afterwards from the suction. Product sinks in, but can sting a bit on areas you’ve overdone.

And then there’s the face gunk left over in the wool filter. It’s so deliciously more-ish and satisfying. You can plainly see the work that’s done. Lush.

Effort vs Results

The microderm devices are low effort. Each session takes between 5 to 10 minutes done 2 or 3 times per week. They’re for ongoing use.

Unlike other devices you can see what it’s done after each session. The evidence is on the used filter. And you can feel the difference from the first session. Skin feels softer and smoother and it improves over the next sessions. After a month or so it softens fine lines & wrinkles, fades dark spots, redness and spider veins, and shrinks pores to reveal fresh, bright & smooth skin. Continued use can fade lines and pigmentation even more. And soften scars too.

Our test confirmed these results and found the microderm devices so much more effective than manual scrubs. It’s well worth the 20 to 30 minutes effort per week.

Added bonuses are your skin drinks up your skincare products. And make up glides on and stays put for longer.

The negatives

There’s not much at all to dislike here. As mentioned earlier, if you overdo it some products can sting on your skin afterwards, such as Vit C creams. So, don’t get carried away. It’s also a bit tricky to get the suction to take on your forehead and around your hair line. And the power cable on the MiniMD is quite short. But these are minor things, resolved with practise and a power cable extension.

The ongoing cost of replacement diamond tips and filters is worth mentioning too. The filters are good value, but at £25 a pop the cost adds up if you want all the tips and extraction heads. But just one or two is fine. Also, compared to other devices with expensive gels, I think it’s good value for the results they maintain. Learn more about the tips and filters here including how often you need to replace them and what it’s likely to cost you per year.

Microdermabrasion is probably the missing, essential step in your skincare routine. It’s an excellent and affordable place to start if you’re trying to choose your first home beauty device. You get a reassuring 60-day money back guarantee too. So, if you’re ready to buy, please use the links below. I earn a small commission, but your price stays the same.

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