Celebrities Use Red Light Therapy Masks, so I Tried One — and the Results Were Shocking

Mar. 15, 2025

Photo:Jennifer Aniston/Instagram; Rita Ora/Instagram; People

Jennifer Aniston/Instagram; Rita Ora/Instagram; People

One thing you should know about me: If something gives meglowing results, I’m absolutely going to use it, no matter how crazy I look.

Case in point: theSolawave Wrinkle Retreat Face Mask. I’ll be honest, Idefinitelyfreaked out my brother’s dog and my entire family the very first time I walked downstairs with this pink and red mask that could be in a Halloweenmovie. But, perhaps, the scariest thing about it is I don’t know how I’ll ever be able to live without it now.

Before the mask, I was first introduced to the brand’s4-in-1 Skincare Wand. My co-workers’glowing praisesfor the device sold me, so I doled out my own money and saw results immediately. When the brand launched their mask version, I was more-than-excited to see if it lived up to the hype of the first iteration.

Solawave Wrinkle Retreat Face Mask & LightBoost Cream Kit

Solawave

$405$263 at Solawave.co

It automatically turns off after 10 minutes, so I don’t accidentally overdo the treatments, which brighten the skin and, supposedly, help minimize fine lines. I can’t personally speak to the latter, but I’ve noticed that my skin is visibly more luminous on the days I do use it versus the days I don’t.

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While my skin doesn’t quite sparkle or reflect like glass, the results are subtle yet effective. On the days I do use it, I’m a lot more confident in my skin, and I don’t mind skipping the heavy makeup. However, when I miss a session, I almost feel like Ihaveto wear foundation, concealer, and the works to cover up my skin.

Plus, I feel trendy, cool, and like I’m doing something right when I see celebrities likeJennifer AnistonandRita Orausing similar masks in 2025. (Julia RobertsandSydney Sweeneyhave used them previously, too.)

Solawave 4-in-1 Skincare Wand Kit

$205$135 at Solawave.co

Do I like it better than the 4-in-1 Skincare Wand? That’s hard to say. When I’m wearing the mask, I miss the warmth and de-puffing effects of the wand, yet when it’s the other way around, I wish I could be doing more than just my skincare. TL;DR: It’s like picking a favorite child, you can’t.

The Wrinkle Retreat Light Therapy Face Mask is also on sale when you buy it in a kit, so you’re getting a face creamandmask for $86 less than the mask usually costson its own. Ahead, shop more Solawave skincare products on sale now.

Solawave 2-in-1 Face & Body Mini Starter Kit

$134$87 at Solawave.co

Solawave LightBoost Face & Neck Rich Cream

$52$34 at Solawave.co

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