How to Use Skin Care Tools: A Vogue Editor’s Guide to the Best Gadgets for Radiant Skin

I honestly can’t recall my skincare routine before incorporating facial tools. It began modestly with a jade roller—which, admittedly, gathered dust—but has since evolved into a comprehensive collection of high-tech devices. These gadgets have become essential for addressing various skin concerns, all from the comfort of my home, bypassing the need for frequent dermatologist visits.

Vogue’s Top Picks for Skin Care Tools

While that original jade roller still has a place in my regimen—it’s excellent for stimulating circulation, especially when paired with a sheet mask—my beauty toolkit has significantly expanded. Joanna Czech’s angled facial massager offers similar circulatory benefits but is also expertly designed for sculpting cheekbones and refining the jawline. The NuFace takes facial toning a step further, utilizing powerful microcurrent technology that delivers noticeable firming results with consistent use. When my skin needs overall rejuvenation—think enhanced radiance and diminished fine lines—my go-to is the Dr. Dennis Gross LED face mask, which simultaneously combats signs of aging and acne. And just when I thought my collection was complete, innovative tools continue to emerge, such as the Hailey Bieber-endorsed Medicube Age R Pro, designed to boost the absorption of skincare ingredients, and Therabody’s Theraface Depuffing Wand, which uses cold therapy to reduce facial puffiness. Since integrating these advanced tools, my skin has never looked healthier. Below, I delve into these and other top-rated skin care tools, each tested and vouched for by Vogue beauty editors. Keep reading to discover which tools might be the perfect additions to your personal skincare routine and learn How To Use Skin Care Tool effectively.

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Best LED Face Mask: Currentbody Skin LED Light Therapy Face Mask

Currentbody

Skin LED Light Therapy Face Mask

$380CURRENTBODY

  • Why We Love It: If you’re battling fine lines and lackluster skin, LED light therapy is a proven solution, offering noticeable results in just 10 minutes daily. Dermatologist Dr. Melanie Palm explains, “LED light therapy is a safe treatment that utilizes low-level light in various colors and wavelengths.” These different wavelengths effectively treat skin conditions, “including acne, inflammation, aging signs, and stimulate collagen production.” The Vogue Verified Currentbody LED face mask is designed for ease of use; its flexible silicone conforms to the skin, ensuring it stays in place while you move around. Clinically proven and FDA-cleared to reduce wrinkles in four weeks, this mask is a powerhouse for skin rejuvenation.
  • Editor’s experience: “Hands-free devices are a must for me because I’m always on my phone. I’ve seen a real improvement in my skin’s brightness and am proactively addressing future wrinkles. Plus, it’s the same mask featured in Netflix’s Emily in Paris!” —Iman Balagam, contributor
  • Type: Flexible silicone LED Face Mask
  • What It’s Good For: Improves skin tone, texture, and firmness with patented flexible silicone LED technology.
  • Specs: FDA-approved, with red (633nm) and near-infrared (830nm) light wavelengths.
  • Best For: Brightening, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, improving texture and pigmentation.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like Currentbody LED mask? Start with clean, dry skin. Secure the mask using the straps. Activate for a 10-minute session, repeating three to five times per week.

Vogue senior beauty writer Kiana Murden trying on the CurrentBody LED Mask for face.

Video: Courtesy of Sam Ravin

Best IPL Device: Braun Silk Expert Pro 5 IPL Hair Removal System

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Braun

Pro 5 IPL Hair Removal System

$350AMAZON

$430 $350BRAUN

  • Why We Love It: For effective at-home laser hair removal, IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) devices are often recommended over traditional lasers. IPL emits a broad spectrum of light wavelengths, which can enhance skin texture and tone. Dermatologist Dr. Noah Gratch advises choosing an IPL device that adjusts light intensity based on skin tone, a key feature of the Braun Silk Expert Pro 5. This ensures hair follicle removal without skin damage. IPL is suitable for legs, arms, underarms, bikini line, back, chest, and lower face, but is most effective for lighter skin tones. It’s crucial to note that “IPL is not suitable for darker skin tones because it targets melanin, increasing the risk of burns or discoloration.”
  • Type: IPL device
  • What It’s Good For: Long-lasting, at-home hair removal.
  • Specs: FDA-approved, with three intensity levels: Standard, Gentle, and Extra Gentle.
  • Best For: Hair removal.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool for hair removal? Shave the treatment area first. Select the appropriate head (options for underarms, precision areas, and larger areas). Glide the device over the skin to remove hair.

Best Skincare Wand: Solawave 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand with Red Light Therapy

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Solawave

4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand

$169SOLAWAVE

$169NORDSTROM

  • Why We Love It: The Solawave Radiant Renewal Wand simplifies at-home facials. This portable tool combines four treatments: red light therapy to reduce fine lines and scars, microcurrent to tone muscles, facial massage to reduce puffiness, and therapeutic warmth to enhance product absorption—all in a quick five-minute session.
  • Editor’s experience: “Its portability and ease of use are unbeatable. It’s perfect for travel, and the quick treatment time fits easily into any busy schedule.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
  • Type: Skincare Wand
  • Specs: Red light (630nm)
  • What It’s Good For: Reduces wrinkles, dark circles, blemishes, and dark spots; decreases puffiness; and improves skincare product absorption.
  • Best For: Wrinkles, fine lines, dark spots, puffiness.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like Solawave Wand? Apply a thin layer of conductive gel or serum to a clean, dry face. Glide the wand upwards across your face, covering forehead, cheeks, under eyes, jaw, neck, and upper lip.

Vogue senior beauty writer Kiana Murden trying on the Solawave Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand for face.

Video: Courtesy of Sam Ravin

Best Microcurrent Device: NuFace Trinity+

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NuFace

Trinity+ Starter Kit

$395AMAZON

$395NORDSTROM

$395DERMSTORE

  • Why We Love It: The NuFace Trinity+, a microcurrent massager loved by Vogue editors and celebrities, firms and tones facial muscles in 5- to 20-minute sessions. It uses smart microcurrents to smooth lines, lift, and sculpt. For optimal glide, use a conductive gel.
  • Editor’s experience: “For an instant snatched look, NuFace is my go-to. It’s quick, easy, and pain-free for facial toning. Just a few passes along cheekbones and jawline and I’m camera-ready.” —Kiana Murden, senior beauty shopping writer
  • Type: Microcurrent tool
  • Specs: FDA Cleared, 340 microamps at maximum intensity.
  • What It’s Good For: Tones, lifts, and tightens facial muscles for instant and lasting results.
  • Best For: Wrinkles, fine lines, sculpting.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like NuFace Trinity+? Cleanse with an oil-free cleanser. Apply a serum. Brush on Microcurrent Activator gel. Gently glide the device over your skin.

Vogue senior beauty writer Kiana Murden using the NuFace Trinity+.

Video: Courtesy of Ingu Chen

Best Face Massager: Joanna Czech The Facial Massager

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Joanna Czech

Facial Massager

$189BLUEMERCURY

$189MODA OPERANDI

$189BERGDORF GOODMAN

  • Why We Love It: Joanna Czech’s Facial Massager brings her salon treatments home. Daily use helps reduce puffiness, tighten skin, tone, and sculpt the jawline. Its waterproof, durable design enhances product absorption when paired with serums, creams, or masks.
  • Editor’s Experience: “After one facial with Joanna Czech, I was hooked. This roller mimics her technique, improving circulation, depuffing, and relieving tension.” —Kiana Murden, beauty shopping writer
  • Type: Facial Massager
  • Specs: Aluminum and zinc alloy.
  • What It’s Good For: Sculpting, depuffing, and enhancing product absorption.
  • Best For: Lifting, firming, depuffing, fine lines, wrinkles.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like Joanna Czech Massager? Glide the massager across your face and décolletage to boost circulation and firm skin.

Best Cleansing Brush: Foreo LUNA 4 Face Cleansing Brush

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Foreo

Luna 4 Face Cleansing Brush

$279 $237AMAZON

$279DERMSTORE

$279NORDSTROM

  • Why We Love It: Foreo’s LUNA 4 combines Swedish design with sonic cleansing. Its silicone nubs gently lift impurities from pores without harsh scrubbing, simplifying makeup removal and leaving skin smoother and clearer.
  • Editor’s experience: “Even after double cleansing, I sometimes doubt if my makeup is fully removed. Foreo gives me that assurance. It’s easy to use and stays germ-free in the shower thanks to its silicone build.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
  • Type: Silicone Electric Cleansing Brush/Massager
  • What It’s Good For: Enhances skincare absorption and removes 99% of dirt, oil, and makeup.
  • Specs: Battery Powered (1 Lithium Polymer required).
  • Best For: Facial cleansing, firming.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like Foreo LUNA 4? Apply cleanser, turn on the device, and glide in outward motions until it turns off. Double press for firming massage mode.

Best LED Light Therapy Tool: Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite Dpl FaceWare Pro

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Dr. Dennis Gross

DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro

$455NORDSTROM

$455SEPHORA

$455DERMSTORE

  • Why We Love It: Dr. Dennis Gross’s hands-free LED mask is user-friendly and effective for skin rejuvenation. It offers three treatment modes using red and blue LED light to combat bacteria and wrinkles in just three minutes a day.
  • Editor’s experience: “It’s a quick investment in my skin’s future. The three-minute treatment time makes it easy to incorporate into my daily routine.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
  • Type: LED Mask with silicone strap
  • What It’s Good For: Smooths skin, reduces fine lines, prevents acne, and firms skin with blue and red light.
  • Specs: FDA-cleared, with red (630 – 700nm), blue (400 – 470nm), infrared (800 – 1200nm), and amber (590nm – 630mm) light wavelengths.
  • Best For: Acne, wrinkles, fine lines.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like Dr. Dennis Gross LED Mask? After cleansing, place the mask over your face and secure straps. Select light mode and remove after the timer shuts off.

Vogue senior beauty writer Kiana Murden trying on the Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro for face.

Video: Courtesy of Sam Ravin

Best for Hair Growth: Currentbody LED Hair Growth Helmet

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Currentbody

LED Hair Growth Helmet

$859CURRENTBODY

  • Why We Love It: Red light therapy effectively promotes hair growth by enhancing cellular energy and blood supply to the scalp, according to dermatologist Dr. Lauren Penzi. The Currentbody LED Hair Growth Helmet is highly recommended by experts. Dermatologist Dr. Blair Murphy-Rose notes patient success with this helmet, especially when combined with topical or oral treatments. Vogue contributor Danielle James saw significant hair improvement in density and length after six months of use.
  • Editor’s Experience: “I saw changes in 12 weeks, with reduced shedding by week 6 and improved hair health by week 8. New growth was evident by week 20. Consistency is key for faster results.” —Danielle James, contributor
  • Type: Red light therapy helmet
  • What It’s Good For: Hands-free red light therapy for scalp to promote hair growth.
  • Specs: FDA-cleared, red light at 620-660nm, USB-powered, available in two sizes.
  • Best For: Hair growth.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool for hair growth? Place the helmet on clean, dry hair and turn it on for a 10-minute treatment. It turns off automatically.

Best Laser Device: Lyma Laser

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Lyma

Laser

$2,695DERMSTORE

$2,695NEIMAN MARCUS

$2,695BERGDORF GOODMAN

  • Why We Love It: The Lyma Laser, FDA-cleared and clinic-grade, is more potent than LED light therapy. It uses a 500mW, 808nm wavelength laser to stimulate cellular repair and regeneration, improving wrinkles, sun damage, redness, and pigmentation. Joanna Czech recommends it for spot treatment of dark spots.
  • Editor’s Experience: “By week five, my skin’s appearance had noticeably improved, with faded sunspots and a plumper, brighter complexion. It’s great for combating post jet-lag face.” —Margaux Anbouba, senior beauty editor
  • Type: Laser
  • What It’s Good For: Reduces fine lines, dark spots, and improves texture and tone.
  • Specs: FDA-Cleared, Near infra-red 500mW laser technology.
  • Best For: Wrinkles, texture, dark Spots, hyperpigmentation.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like Lyma Laser? Hold over the treatment spot for three minutes or glide across face and body.

Vogue senior beauty writer Kiana Murden using the Lyma Laser.

Video: Courtesy of Ingu Chen

Best Depuffing: Therabody TheraFace Depuffing Wand

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Therabody

TheraFace Depuffing Wand

$149NORDSTROM

  • Why We Love It: Therabody’s TheraFace Depuffing Wand quickly reduces morning puffiness around eyes and cheeks using cold therapy at preset temperatures (57°, 54°, 50°F). It also offers heat therapy (95°, 100°, 108°F) to enhance product absorption.
  • What It’s Good For: Depuffing under-eye bags, reducing morning or post-flight puffiness.
  • Specs: Plastic wand with copper/aluminum alloy head for cold and heat therapy.
  • Best For: Depuffing, firming.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like TheraFace Wand? Glide across clean, dry skin on under-eyes, cheeks, jaw, and forehead.

Best For Contouring: Jillian Dempsey Gold Bar

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Jillian Dempsey

Gold Sculpting Bar

$195SHOPBOP

$195BLUE MERCURY

$195VIOLET GREY

  • Why We Love It: Jillian Dempsey’s 24-karat gold vibrating bar contours cheekbones, lifts jawlines, and massages tense eyebrows. It mimics massage effects with 6000 rotations per minute, boosting blood flow, relaxing muscles, depuffing, and sculpting.
  • Type: Facial Massager
  • What It’s Good For: Sculpts and defines cheekbones, jawline, chin, and neck.
  • Specs: 24K gold plated vibrating bar with 6,000 rotations per minute.
  • Best For: Lifting, Toning, Contouring.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool for contouring? Moisturize skin, then move upward along the jawline towards temples for up to five minutes.

Vogue senior beauty writer Kiana Murden using the Jillian Dempsey Gold Bar.

Video: Courtesy of Ingu Chen

Best for Acne: OmniLux Mini Blemish Eraser

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Omnilux

Blemish Eraser

$95OMNILUX

  • Why We Love It: The OmniLux Mini Blemish Eraser speeds up blemish treatment. It combines hydrocolloid patches with salicylic acid and green tea with blue (415nm) and red (633nm) LED lights to eliminate bacteria and reduce inflammation and redness.
  • Type: Silicone Mini LED device
  • What It’s Good For: Targets breakouts and acne-causing bacteria.
  • Specs: FDA-cleared, with blue (415nm) and red (633nm) wavelengths.
  • Best For: Acne, inflammation, redness.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool for acne treatment? Apply hydrocolloid patches to blemishes, then adhere the device on top for 10 minutes, four times a week.

Best for Microneedling: BeautyBio GloPRO Regeneration Tool

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BeautyBio

GloPRO Microneedling Rejuvenation Tool

$199AMAZON

  • Why We Love It: BeautyBio’s GloPRO microneedling tool promotes cellular turnover and collagen production for radiant skin. Used for 60 seconds daily, it enhances skincare absorption and tightens skin. Despite micro-needles, it is painless.
  • Type: Microneedling LED Light Tool
  • What It’s Good For: Red LED light enhances skin appearance through pulse stimulation.
  • Specs: Red light (620-625nm).
  • Best For: Smoothing, retexturing.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool for microneedling? Clarify skin with alcohol pads, gently use the device for 60 seconds, and immediately apply serums. Use three times a week.

Best Dermaplaning Device: Dermaflash LUXE+ Advanced Sonic Dermaplaning Device

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Dermaflash

Luxe+ Dermaplaning & Peach Fuzz Removal Set

$199NORDSTROM

$199AMAZON

  • Why We Love It: Dermaflash LUXE+ is a two-in-one sonic device for dermaplaning. Its Extract mode removes blackheads, while Infuse mode enhances serum penetration, improving product effectiveness.
  • Type: Dermaplaning Device
  • What It’s Good For: Exfoliates dead skin cells and removes blackheads, dirt, and oil.
  • Specs: Sonic dermaplaning system.
  • Best For: Blackheads, skincare absorption, peach fuzz removal.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool for dermaplaning? Prep skin with Preflash Essential Skin Prep. Hold at a 45-degree angle and use short strokes on taut skin. Finish with skincare products.

Best for Tense Muscles: Theraface PRO Microcurrent Facial Device

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TheraFace

Pro Microcurrent Facial Device

$399AMAZON

$399NORDSTROM

  • Why We Love It: TheraFace Pro offers eight treatments in one device, including percussive massage, LED light therapy, hot and cold therapy, and cleansing. It’s versatile for stress relief and skincare prep, loved by makeup artist Fiona Stiles.
  • Editor’s experience: “For TMJ and facial tension, TheraFace Pro is unmatched. The massage is soothing, and combining it with LED light therapy enhances the benefits.” —Kiana Murden, beauty shopping writer
  • Type: Facial Massaging Device
  • What It’s Good For: 8-in-1 device for massage, facial kit, sculpting, LED light therapy for tightening and anti-aging.
  • Specs: Red, blue, and infrared light wavelengths.
  • Best For: Cleansing, sculpting, inflammation, acne, tension relief.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like TheraFace Pro? Apply conductive gel, select microcurrent setting, glide upward on face, rinse, and pat dry.

Vogue senior beauty writer Kiana Murden using the TheraFace Pro.

Video: Courtesy of Ingu Chen

Best Gua Sha: Mount Lai The Jade Gua Sha Facial Lifting Tool

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Mount Lai

Gua Sha Facial Lifting Tool

$34AMAZON

  • Why We Love It: Mount Lai’s gua sha tool, available in jade, rose quartz, black obsidian, and amethyst, reduces puffy under-eyes, improves blood flow, and tones skin. This traditional Chinese tool boosts circulation and aids lymphatic drainage.
  • Editor’s experience: “Gua sha gives my oval face more definition. Consistency is key—daily use makes a noticeable difference. It’s also travel-friendly.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
  • Type: Gua Sha Stone
  • What It’s Good For: Boosts circulation and sculpts the face.
  • Specs: 100% jade, rose quartz, black obsidian, or amethyst.
  • Best For: Puffiness, contouring, tension release, lymphatic drainage.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like Gua Sha? Prep skin with oil or serum, glide down neck, smooth forehead, massage eye area, contour cheeks, and sculpt jawline.

Best Infrared Sauna Blanket: Higher Dose Infrared Sauna Blanket

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Higher Dose

Infrared Sauna Blanket

$699AMAZON

$699HIGHER DOSE

$699REVOLVE

  • Why We Love It: The Higher Dose Infrared Sauna Blanket is a portable alternative to traditional saunas, using far infrared rays for detox and calorie burning, mood boosting, and skin radiance.
  • Editor’s experience: “I’m obsessed with my sauna blanket for relaxation and work. It helps me relax, detox, and boosts my mood and skin.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
  • Type: Sauna Blanket
  • What It’s Good For: Full-body sweat and detox using infrared heat and water-resistant polyurethane.
  • Specs: 68 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit range.
  • Best For: Detoxing, calorie burning, mood boost, glowing skin, stress reduction, increased blood flow.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like Sauna Blanket? Wear skin-covering clothes and socks. Preheat for 10 minutes, lay on a flat surface, zip in for 30-45 minutes, and rinse off in a cool shower. Hydrate before and after.

Best Face Roller: Herbivore Stone Facial Roller

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Herbivore

Stone Facial Roller

$32AMAZON

$32NORDSTROM

  • Why We Love It: Herbivore’s classic jade face roller boosts circulation, relaxes muscle tension, and promotes radiance. It also aids lymphatic drainage and alleviates sinus issues.
  • Type: Jade Stone Roller
  • What It’s Good For: Boosts circulation, relaxes muscle tension, and promotes a radiant glow.
  • Specs: Jade facial roller.
  • Best For: Puffiness, fine lines, detoxing.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like Face Roller? Apply face oil, roll from the face center outward and upward, and down the neck sides. Refrigerate for a cooling effect.

Best Korean Skincare Tool for Glass Skin: Medicube Age-R Booster Pro

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Age-R Booster Pro

$399 $282AMAZON

  • Why We Love It: Medicube Age-R Booster Pro, a Korean beauty innovation, uses Electroporation to enhance product absorption by 785%. It has four modes and is safe for all skin types, making daily spa-like treatments possible.
  • Editor’s experience: “Hailey Bieber’s TikTok introduced me to this K-Beauty tool, and it’s now a staple. It’s easy, painless, and makes my skin plumper and glossier.” —Kiana Murden, senior beauty shopping writer
  • Type: Facial Treatment Device
  • What It’s Good For: Enhanced radiance, elasticity, pore care, and facial contouring.
  • Specs: Electrical stimulation.
  • Best For: Hydration, plumping.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like Medicube Age-R Booster Pro? Wash face and apply skincare. Choose between watering, boosting, or focus method.

Vogue senior beauty writer Kiana Murden using the Medicube Age-R Booster Pro.

Video: Courtesy of Ingu Chen

Best for Big Events: ZIIP Halo

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Ziip

Halo

$399AMAZON

$399CURRENTBODY

  • Why We Love It: ZIIP Halo is a go-to tool for red carpet-ready skin. This microcurrent device provides immediate lifting and firming with 26 waveform combinations via an app.
  • Editor’s experience: “ZIIP Halo instantly lifts my eyebrows and cheeks, making it clear why celebrities use it before red carpets.” — Veronica Cristino, Contributor
  • Type: Microcurrent tool
  • Specs: 50 Hz frequency, 900 nanoamps to 400 microamps power levels.
  • What It’s Good For: Immediate lifting effect for big events.
  • Best For: Dark circles, fine lines, wrinkles, texture.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like ZIIP Halo? Apply Electric Complex Gel to clean, dry skin. Activate device and use three to five times per week for six weeks. Perform a sensitivity test before first use.

Best Dry Brush: Goop Beauty Ultimate Dry Brush

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Goop

Ultimate Dry Brush

$25SHOPBOP

$25GOOP

$25AMAZON

  • Why We Love It: Goop Beauty Ultimate Dry Brush is made of natural sisal, gentle yet effective for exfoliation, with an easy-grip handle.
  • Editor’s experience: “I love dry brushing, especially with Goop’s brush. It’s gentle, exfoliates effectively, and leaves my skin baby soft. It’s a great ritual followed by body oil.” — Iman Balagam, Contributor
  • Type: Body Brush
  • What It’s Good For: Exfoliates dead skin for smooth, glowing skin.
  • Specs: Pure natural sisal brush.
  • Best For: Exfoliation, circulation.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool for body exfoliation? Use on dry skin before showering. Brush upwards towards the heart in small or circular strokes for three to five minutes.

Best For Skincare Absorption: Droplette

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Droplette

Microinfusion Device

$299DROPLETTE

  • Why We Love It: Droplette’s Microinfusion Device enhances ingredient penetration, making skincare more effective. It uses an aerosol mist to deposit droplets past the skin barrier. Brooke Shields uses it with collagen capsules.
  • Editor’s experience: “Droplette improved my skin hydration, reduced redness, and plumped my skin by enhancing product absorption. It’s worth the investment in your skincare.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
  • Type: Skincare Device
  • What It’s Good For: Needle-free delivery of ingredients 20 times deeper into the skin.
  • Specs: Micro-infusion Technology, Charging Adapter.
  • Best For: Skincare absorption, plumping, hydration.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool like Droplette? Insert a serum capsule, tilt your head back, position the device half an inch from skin, turn it on, and move in slow circles across the face.

Best for Skin Tightening: Currentbody RF Radio Frequency Device

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Currentbody

RF Radio Frequency Skin Tightening Device

$385CURRENTBODY

  • Why We Love It: Currentbody RF Radio Frequency Device heats skin to stimulate collagen production, tighten tissue, and improve skin quality. It maintains skin at 104 degrees Fahrenheit, ideal for collagen production.
  • Editor’s Experience: “It delivers gentle heat and maintains skin at 104°F, the perfect temperature for collagen production. I target my forehead, 11s, crow’s-feet, and laugh lines.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
  • Type: Skin-care device
  • What It’s Good For: At-home radio frequency for skin tightening and collagen stimulation.
  • Specs: FDA-cleared.
  • Best For: Collagen production, firming, improving skin texture.
  • How to Use: How to use skin care tool for skin tightening? Apply radio frequency gel to clean, dry skin, glide in circles, up to 70 minutes, or use a five-minute regimen.

What is the difference between different beauty technologies?

  • LED Light Therapy: Esthetician Elizabeth Hand explains LED light therapy uses specific wavelengths to treat skin concerns. Red light boosts collagen and repair, while blue light targets acne bacteria.
  • Microcurrent: Microcurrent delivers low-level electrical currents to tone facial muscles, improving muscle tone and firmness.
  • Cryotherapy: Cryotherapy exposes skin to freezing temperatures to reduce inflammation and swelling for a refreshed look.
  • Facial Massage: Facial massage stimulates blood flow and lymphatic drainage, reducing puffiness and promoting a radiant complexion. Hand calls it the “easiest at-home treatment.”
  • Laser: Lyma Laser is the first FDA-cleared at-home laser, reducing aging signs, wrinkles, redness, and pigmentation by triggering cellular regeneration.
  • Microneedling: Microneedling creates tiny skin punctures to stimulate collagen and elastin production for skin renewal.
  • Dermaplaning: Dermaplaning removes peach fuzz and dead skin with a surgical blade for smoother skin and better product penetration, typically done every two to four weeks.
  • Radio Frequency: Radio frequency uses electromagnetic waves to heat tissue, stimulating collagen and improving skin firmness. Consistent at-home use can yield results similar to in-office treatments.

How do you choose the right beauty tool for you?

Elizabeth Hand advises considering your goals, concerns, and timing, especially before big events. Research expert-recommended tools and consult with an aesthetician, particularly for sensitive skin. She recommends LED masks as beneficial for everyone.

Are at-home beauty tools worth investing in?

Hand endorses at-home beauty tools as supplements to a good skincare routine. However, she cautions against at-home dermaplaning and microneedling due to risks, recommending professional treatments for these.

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