Microcurrents, light therapy, microneedling—oh my! With so many at-home gadgets to pick from, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the options. That’s why we spoke to the experts, Dr. Jessie Cheung, a board-certified dermatologist based in Chicago and New York, and Taylor Worden, celebrity facialist and founder of Taylor Worden Skin, to demystify the different types of beauty devices so you can make the best choice for your skin.
Ahead, we share the best types of beauty devices that can enhance your skin care routine and give you better results than your serums and creams alone.
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Buy now with Dermstore The One That Does It All
Buy now with free deliveryDepending on your skin’s needs, the TheraFace PRO might be your best option if you’re goal is to tackle skin laxity, loss of firmness, help build collagen and target acne-causing bacteria. Picture its stress and muscle melting technology working its magic to reduce facial tension and relax facial muscles. But not only that, it also has microcurrent therapy to help tone and contour, collagen-stimulating and acne-fighting light therapy and a game changing way to more deeply cleanse the face. In other words, it’s your one stop, skin revolutionizing shop.
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Buy now with Dermstore Light Therapy Devices
Buy now with free deliveryLight therapy devices work by sending light energy into the skin in order to trigger a reaction inside the cells—and different color wavelengths all offer unique benefits. “The red lights turn on collagen production and increase circulation while decreasing inflammation, while the blue lights destroy acne-causing bacteria,” explains Dr. Cheung.
This full-face, hands-free LED mask features both red and blue light therapy often used by the pros. The mask works to smooth wrinkles, reduce blemishes and give the skin’s texture a more even appearance.
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Buy now with Dermstore Microcurrent Devices
Buy now with free deliveryMicrocurrent increases the flow of electric currents across the cell membranes of the skin and muscles, which translates to increased circulation and lymphatic drainage, and improves the skin’s potential for collagen synthesis and wound healing.
This facial toning kit uses microcurrents to improve facial contour and facial tone and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Worden loves this product, comparing it to lifting weights, but for your face. With just a couple minutes of daily use, you can lift and tone the face quite a bit. “I personally love to use the lip and eye attachment because it has prongs and can really lift the skin and can make a difference after a couple of uses,” she shares.
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Buy now with Dermstore Microdermabrasion Devices
Buy now with free deliveryDr. Cheung recommends microdermabrasion as the quickest way to polish the skin for a natural glow. Microdermabrasion devices work by using vacuum suction to remove old, dead skin cells from the skin’s surface, revealing the healthy-looking skin underneath.
Skip the office visit and reach for this at-home microdermabrasion device. This beauty device uses the power of TruTier technology combined with a variable vacuum suction and exfoliating discs to slough off dry, dead skin cells and provide the complexion with a circulation boost for a professional-worthy glow.
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Buy now with Dermstore Dermaplaning Devices
Buy now with free deliveryDermaplaning involves using a sharp tool to exfoliate the skin, and “gets rid of peach fuzz and dead skin to prep the skin for enhanced penetration of active ingredients,” Dr. Cheung says. While professionals often use a scalpel-like device for these treatments, home dermaplaning devices make the process safe and easy to DIY.
If you love the feeling of no hair and no dead skin on your face but can’t get in to see an esthetician for a dermaplaning session, this is a great alternative. It uses a light sonic vibration to gently exfoliate your skin’s surface, removing buildup to help all your other skin care products penetrate better.
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Buy now with free deliveryMost beauty devices focus on the complexion but, if the eye area is a concern, you can elevate your regimen with a gadget designed specifically with this delicate area in mind.
A facial massage is an excellent way to enhance the overall appearance of the complexion, and the eyes are no exception. Inspired by Asian fingertip tapping eye massage, this device takes a gentle approach to eye massage, working to enhance the area’s contour and improving absorption of eye creams and serums for that bright-eyed and bushy-tailed look. With regular use, the eye area can look and feel more rejuvenated and moisturized.
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Buy now with Dermstore Microneedling Devices
Buy now with free deliveryMicroneedling uses tiny pinpricks to create microchannels in the skin, which stimulates collagen and elastin, improves texture and tautness and minimizes the look of pores and scars. “Microneedling allows for controlled injury to the skin to stimulate collagen production, and boosts the penetration of active ingredients,” explains Dr. Cheung.
This microneedling kit comes with everything you need so you can microneedle from head to toe, with roller heads sized for the body, face, eyes and lips, and smaller areas.
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Buy now with free deliveryAt-home hair removal devices are in high demand, and Worden loves them because they’re a pain-free alternative to waxing and shaving.
This next-generation home device has the benefit of a larger treatment surface and fast-pulses using both intense pulsed light (IPL) and radio frequency (RF) technology, making it both efficient and effective while safe for all skin tones.
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Buy now with Dermstore Cleansing Devices
Buy now with free deliveryRinsing away the day’s dirt and grime is an important—read: beneficial—step in any skin care regimen. And, while a good cleanser is a great place to start, there are ways to enhance the cleansing step and experience a spa-worthy scrub. Enter: Cleansing devices.
This silicone cleansing device from FOREO features tiny bristles that gently and effectively work to provide a deep clean and reduce excess oil. Starting your regimen with this device can also help enhance absorption of products, making steps 1, 2, 3, and so on more even more effective.
