Is The Light Salon Boost Face Mask worth its near-£400 price tag? A beauty editor puts it to the test

At-home LED light therapy masks like The Light Salon Boost LED Mask have surged in popularity over the last few years. Used and loved for their revolutionary approach to helping achieve radiant, youthful-looking skin with minimal effort in the comfort of your own home, there are more of these tools available on the market than ever before. But between the constant evolution of technology – plus the fact that LED masks don't come cheap – it can be difficult to know which is best to invest in.

Harnessing the power of light at specific wavelengths, the best red light therapy devices offer a non-invasive solution to a variety of skin concerns, from acne to fine lines and wrinkles and other signs of ageing. Among the leading innovators in this field is The Light Salon, who first launched its bestselling and award-winning Boost Mask back in 2019.

Having been a beauty editor for more than 10 years, I’ve had my fair share of facials that incorporate LED light therapy – and I’m a big fan of the results. But as with many things, consistency is key, which is why using an at-home device, like this one, is a good idea. It's one I’ve had for a few years and I use it to help improve my skin's texture, tone and redness, as well as the occasional breakout – ahead is my in-depth The Light Salon LED Mask review to help you decide if it's right for you.

A beauty editor's full The Light Salon Boost LED Face Mask review

Our first impressions of The Light Salon Boost LED Face Mask

The Light Salon’s Boost Mask was actually the first at-home LED mask I tried, and I have to say I was surprised at how lightweight and flexible it is. It moulds to your face easily and is complete with a handy velcro strap to secure it in place, meaning you can sit (or stand) upright while it’s on. It also comes with a handy drawstring bag for storage purposes and, being made of silicone, it easily folds in half and won't take up much room in a drawer or cupboard.

The mask is chargeable via USB and comes equipped with a power bank that’s controlled by one button to turn it on and off. It’s automatically programmed to stay on for 10 minutes; the lights turning off signals the end of your treatment, which I really liked as it meant I didn’t have to keep track of time myself.

How does The Light Salon Boost LED Face Mask perform?

The Light Salon’s Boost Mask is incredibly easy to use and there’s virtually no set-up involved. It really is a simple case of ensuring it's charged up then, once it’s comfortably in place on your face, you turn it on and let it work its magic. I found it best to use the tool at nighttime while in bed, and I found it easy to read a book (or scroll on my phone) while it was on, but I did also occasionally use it while hoovering or sitting at my laptop working and I didn’t find it too cumbersome.

The power bank is attached to a stretchy wire that, though not entirely weightless, isn’t too heavy. While it is noticeable, it doesn’t feel like it gets in the way too much, and the fact that treatment time is only 10 minutes means it doesn't become super annoying. However, if you choose to do a couple of treatments back-to-back, you may begin to notice this more.

The mask itself uses red and infrared light and The Light Salon has conducted in-depth research and clinical trials to test the efficacy of the mask. The wavelengths used (red is 633nm and near-infrared is 830nm) are the most proven to help renew skin at a cellular level. In other words, that means that with continued and consistent use, you will see positive results from this mask.

How does the The Light Salon Boost LED Face Mask compare?

This mask isn’t the cheapest offering on the market (the Sensse Professional LED Mask, for example, comes in under £150), but it also isn’t the most expensive. Plus, in comparison to Dr Dennis Gross’s DRx SpectraLight FaceWear Pro mask, this tool is much more flexible and comfortable to wear, and it’s just under £100 cheaper.

Although it’s worth noting that the Dr Dennis Gross mask does have both red and blue light capabilities, unlike The Light Salon’s. In terms of the number of individual LED lights, both this mask and Dr Dennis Gross’s have almost 100, while Sensse’s has 90.

Should you buy The Light Salon Boost Mask?

If you’re looking for an easy-to-use, lightweight and comfortable LED mask to use at home, I deem The Light Salon's a good option. Though it’s not the cheapest option available – it sits somewhere in the middle – The Light Salon’s trusted expertise in the category means that this mask is one of the best out there and does promise results.

While I didn’t see any immediate results, that’s not unusual because LED light therapy does take a few weeks to improve skin so patience is definitely key with this – or any – device. That said, over time I did notice my complexion looked brighter and more even-toned; this tool also helped to speed up the recovery time of my hormonal breakouts. Overall, I think it’s a great option for anybody looking to improve general signs of skin ageing as well as its overall tone, brightness and texture.