When Silk’n released the first ever face mask that combined LED therapy with muscle-tightening EMS it promised to create tighter, smoother and brighter skin
Over the last few years there’s been a huge increase in the amount of skincare gadgets that are available to add to your regular beauty routine. Whilst they all promise different benefits and results, trying to create a schedule that fits them all in can end up turning your skincare routine from a relaxing pamper into a military operation.
So when Silk’n released the first of its kind tool that combines two of the top skincare gadgets in one, I knew I had to try it out. The Silk’n LED Face EMS Mask combines both LED light technology and EMS electrodes, giving you the benefit of both treatments in one simple session.
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Before we get into it, here’s a quick run down of the benefits of both technologies:
LED therapy
One of the most common at-home gadgets these days is an LED face mask, with LED therapy helping to encourage your skin to make cellular changes. Ideal for improving everything from acne and fine lines to skin tone and texture, it’s a non-invasive, pain-free skincare treatment that has been shown to have positive results.
EMS therapy
EMS, or electromyostimulation, uses mild electrical currents to stimulate the muscles in your face – basically like giving your face a gym workout. This is not only said to help tighten and tone your skin, but also to help reduce signs of ageing and define the contours of your face, whilst stimulating collagen production and blood flow.
The Silk’n LED Face EMS Mask
With both therapies promising to work together to create brighter, more youthful and even skin without constantly having to swap between two different gadgets, it sounded like the perfect solution. I am notoriously bad at maintaining a regular routine, especially when it comes to tools and gadgets, so the fact I managed to keep this up for six weeks should already speak volumes.
I simply kept the Silk’n LED Face EMS Mask by my bed, and used it every other night when I got into bed, which not only forced me to relax and unwind, making me sleep better, but made it much easier to remember to use it. The mask has four different colours of LED lights to choose between – I stuck to the amber one, which helps with redness – but you can also pick from blue, red and red with near infrared settings.
You have the option of whether to use the EMS settings alongside your LED mask or not, and there are eight different intensity settings you can pick from. I recommend starting on the lowest setting, especially if you’re not used to EMS treatments, as it can feel a little uncomfortable at first.
It took me about three uses to move up to level two, and another handful of times before I could go up to level three, which is where I’ve stayed ever since. Whilst it’s not painful , it is an unusual prickling sensation which moves around the different EMS pads of the mask.
The LED setting will run for 10 minutes, and if you’ve opted for EMS too it will simply run throughout your LED treatment. You can also turn it on or off at any point during the 10 minutes, giving you more room to work up to the full 10 minutes if you need it.
My results from using the Silk’n LED Face EMS Mask
I tested this out for six weeks, which was just enough time to start seeing results. This isn’t a “use it once and you’ll see miracles” type of product – you need to be consistent to see any visible changes.
Realistically it will probably take months to see any drastic improvements, but after six weeks I could definitely see some changes. For starters, my skin’s redness has definitely improved , particularly around my cheeks which I’m attesting to the yellow LED light working its magic.
Whilst I don’t suddenly have the cheekbones of Bella Hadid, my skin does feel noticeably firmer and plumper, particularly around my cheeks and temples thanks to the EMS. I’ve also noticed that the fine lines around my eyes seem less pronounced, as does the particularly deep forehead wrinkle I seemed to develop the moment I cleared my 32nd birthday.
My overall skin texture and tone is also more even, and my skin feels softer and smoother. I used to suffer really badly from small bumps on my face as a result of keratosis pilaris, but this does seem to have helped get rid of those too.
Is the Silk’n LED Face EMS Mask
In my opinion, yes. Whilst this may not be a miracle product for more advanced skincare concerns, it does work brilliantly to help improve and maintain your skin, and the fact it’s effortless to use is a huge bonus as you’re more likely to keep up with it.
Despite only launching last month, the Silk’n LED Face EMS Mask already has 19 reviews on LookFantastic, and all of them are five star ones raving about how much it’s improved and helped everything from skin firmness to acne. Whilst it is a big splurge at £299.99, in my opinion it’s 100% worth it, especially considering a regular LED mask without the EMS function often out prices this!
If you’re looking for other multi-use LED masks, the Shark CryoGlow Under-Eye Cooling & LED Anti-Ageing & Blemish Repair Mask combines LED with cryotherapy to help with puffiness and inflammation. Also usually priced at £299.99, it’s currently on sale down to £269.99.