Best Skin Care Tools 2024: Expert Picks for Radiant Skin

Life before incorporating the best facial tools into a skincare routine is becoming a distant memory for many. What might have started with a simple jade roller has evolved into a sophisticated collection of high-tech gadgets. These tools are now essential for addressing various skin concerns effectively, often eliminating the need for frequent dermatologist visits.

Vogue’s Favorite Skin Care Tools

While classic tools like the jade roller, known for boosting blood flow particularly during sheet mask sessions, still hold a place, the beauty landscape has significantly advanced. Tools like Joanna Czech’s angled roller offer enhanced sculpting benefits for cheekbones and jawline, while the NuFace elevates the game with microcurrent technology delivering noticeable firming results with consistent use. For comprehensive skin rejuvenation, including improved radiance and reduced fine lines, the LED face mask by Dr. Dennis Gross remains a trusted choice, offering both anti-aging and acne-fighting benefits. Innovations continue to emerge, with devices like the Hailey Bieber-endorsed Medicube Age R Pro enhancing skincare ingredient absorption, and Therabody’s wand providing cold therapy for depuffing. The integration of these advanced tools has transformed skin for many, leading to healthier, more vibrant complexions. Discover below a curated selection of the best skin care tools, rigorously tested and reviewed by Vogue beauty editors, to find the perfect additions to your 2024 skincare regimen.

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

Currentbody Skin LED Light Therapy Face Mask

Why We Love It: For those battling fine lines and lackluster skin, LED light therapy is a proven solution, delivering noticeable results in as little as 10 minutes daily. Dermatologist Dr. Melanie Palm highlights LED light therapy as a safe and effective treatment using various light wavelengths to address skin issues like acne, inflammation, aging signs, and collagen stimulation. The Vogue Verified Currentbody LED face mask stands out with its flexible silicone design, ensuring a comfortable, hands-free experience. FDA-cleared and clinically validated, it demonstrably reduces wrinkles within four weeks.
Editor’s experience: “The hands-free design is a game-changer. I’ve noticed brighter skin, and it’s reassuring to proactively address fine lines. Plus, it’s the mask seen on Emily in Paris!” —Iman Balagam, contributor
Type: Flexible silicone LED Face Mask
What It’s Good For: Enhancing skin tone, texture, and firmness with patented flexible silicone LED technology.
Specs: FDA-approved, featuring red (633nm) and near-infrared (830nm) wavelengths.
Best For: Brightening skin, reducing fine lines and wrinkles, improving texture and pigmentation.
How to Use: Cleanse and dry skin, secure the mask, activate for 10 minutes, and use three to five times weekly.

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

Braun Pro 5 IPL Hair Removal System

Why We Love It: For at-home laser hair removal, IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) devices are often favored over traditional lasers due to their broad-spectrum light, which can also enhance skin texture and tone. Dermatologist Dr. Noah Gratch recommends IPL devices that adjust light intensity based on skin tone, a key feature of the Braun Silk Expert Pro 5. This ensures effective hair follicle removal without skin damage. Ideal for legs, arms, underarms, bikini line, back, chest, and lower face, IPL is most effective on light skin tones.
Type: IPL device
What It’s Good For: Providing long-lasting hair removal at home.
Specs: FDA-approved, with three intensity levels: Standard, Gentle, and Extra Gentle.
Best For: Hair removal for light skin tones.
How to Use: Shave treatment area, select appropriate head attachment, and glide over desired area.

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

Solawave 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand

Why We Love It: Elevate your at-home facials with the Solawave Radiant Renewal Wand, a must-have beauty tool for 2024. This portable device combines four treatments: red light therapy to diminish fine lines and scars, microcurrent for facial muscle toning, low-vibration massage to reduce puffiness, and therapeutic warmth to enhance skincare product absorption—all within a five-minute session.
Editor’s experience: “Its portability and ease of use are unmatched. Perfect for travel and quick to incorporate into any busy routine.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
Type: Skincare Wand
Specs: Features red light (630nm) therapy.
What It’s Good For: Reducing wrinkles, dark circles, blemishes, dark spots, puffiness, and improving skincare product absorption.
Best For: Targeting wrinkles, fine lines, dark spots, and puffiness.
How to Use: Apply serum or conductive gel, then glide wand upwards across face, covering forehead, cheeks, under-eyes, jaw, neck, and upper lip.

Best Microcurrent Device: NuFace Trinity+

NuFace Trinity+ Starter Kit

Why We Love It: The NuFace Trinity+, a microcurrent massager favored by Vogue editors and celebrities, effectively firms and tones facial muscles in short 5- to 20-minute sessions. This game-changing device smooths lines, tones, lifts, and sculpts using smart microcurrents. For optimal use, apply a conductive gel to ensure smooth roller glide.
Editor’s experience: “My go-to for an instant snatched look. It’s quick, easy, painless, and makes me camera-ready in minutes.” —Kiana Murden, senior beauty shopping writer
Type: Microcurrent tool
Specs: FDA Cleared, delivering 340 microamps at maximum intensity.
What It’s Good For: Stimulating facial muscles for toning, lifting, and tightening, providing both immediate and lasting results.
Best For: Addressing wrinkles, fine lines, and facial sculpting.
How to Use: Cleanse skin, apply serum, brush on Microcurrent Activator, and gently glide device over skin.

Best Face Massager: Joanna Czech The Facial Massager

Joanna Czech Facial Massager

Why We Love It: Bring the Joanna Czech salon experience home with The Facial Massager. Daily use helps reduce puffiness, tighten skin, tone, and sculpt the jawline. Its durability, waterproof design, and product absorption assistance set it apart. Enhance your skincare routine by pairing it with serums, creams, or masks.
Editor’s Experience: “This roller mimics Joanna Czech’s massage technique. It improves circulation, depuffs, and relieves tension. I’m hooked!” —Kiana Murden, beauty shopping writer
Type: Facial Massager
Specs: Crafted from durable aluminum and zinc alloy.
What It’s Good For: Designed for home use, sculpting, depuffing, and enhancing product absorption.
Best For: Lifting, firming, depuffing, and reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
How to Use: Glide across face and décolletage to boost circulation and firm skin.

Best Cleansing Brush: Foreo LUNA 4 Face Cleansing Brush

Foreo Luna 4 Face Cleansing Brush

Why We Love It: Foreo’s LUNA 4 combines Swedish design with sonic cleansing technology, featuring bacteria-resistant silicone nubs for gentle yet effective impurity removal. It simplifies makeup removal and cleanses pores of sweat, oil, and dirt, resulting in smoother, clearer, and glowing skin.
Editor’s experience: “Foreo gives me peace of mind that I’ve thoroughly removed makeup and city grime. It’s easy to use, hygienic, and shower-friendly.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
Type: Silicone Electric Cleansing Brush/Massager
What It’s Good For: Enhancing skincare absorption and clinically proven to remove 99% of dirt, oil, and makeup.
Specs: Battery Powered (1 Lithium Polymer required)
Best For: Facial cleansing and firming.
How to Use: Apply cleanser, power on, and glide outwards following face shape until device turns off.

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

Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro

Why We Love It: Dr. Dennis Gross’s hands-free LED mask offers three treatment modes to rejuvenate skin in just three minutes daily. Utilizing red and blue LED lights, it combats bacteria, smooths wrinkles, and offers anti-aging benefits. Despite its futuristic appearance, it’s comfortable and effective for consistent use.
Editor’s experience: “A great investment in future skin health. The three-minute treatment is easy to incorporate daily.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
Type: LED Mask with silicone strap
What It’s Good For: Smoothing, diminishing fine lines, preventing acne, and firming skin using blue and red light therapy.
Specs: FDA-cleared, with red (630-700nm), blue (400-470nm), infrared (800-1200nm), and amber (590nm-630mm) wavelengths.
Best For: Treating acne, wrinkles, and fine lines.
How to Use: Cleanse skin, place mask, secure straps, select light mode, and remove after timer shuts off.

Best for Hair Growth: Currentbody LED Hair Growth Helmet

Currentbody LED Hair Growth Helmet

Why We Love It: For hair growth stimulation, red light therapy is highly effective, improving cellular energy production and scalp blood supply, according to dermatologist Dr. Lauren Penzi. The Currentbody helmet is expert-endorsed, with dermatologist Dr. Blair Murphy-Rose noting patient success. Best used with topical or oral treatments, Vogue contributor Danielle James saw significant hair density and length improvement in six months.
Editor’s Experience: “Saw changes in 12 weeks, less shedding by week 6, and new growth by week 20. Consistent daily use is key.” —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: Stimulating hair growth and improving hair density.
How to Use: Place helmet on clean, dry hair and turn on for 10-minute treatments daily.

Best Laser Device: Lyma Laser

Lyma Laser

Why We Love It: The Lyma Laser, an FDA-cleared, clinic-grade tool, surpasses traditional LED therapy with its powerful, painless low-level laser technology. It promotes cellular repair and regeneration, improving wrinkles, sun damage, redness, and pigmentation. Despite its investment, it’s endorsed by experts like Joanna Czech for diminishing dark spots.
Editor’s Experience: “Noticeable skin improvement after five weeks, with sunspots fading and skin looking plumper and brighter. Great for post jet-lag skin recovery.” —Margaux Anbouba, senior beauty editor
Type: Laser
What It’s Good For: Reducing fine lines, dark spots, and improving skin texture and tone.
Specs: FDA-Cleared, Near infra-red 500mW laser technology
Best For: Targeting wrinkles, texture, dark spots, and hyperpigmentation.
How to Use: Hold over treatment area for three minutes or glide across face and body.

Best Depuffing: Therabody TheraFace Depuffing Wand

Therabody TheraFace Depuffing Wand

Why We Love It: The Therabody TheraFace Depuffing Wand quickly reduces morning puffiness around eyes and cheeks using cold therapy. With three preset temperatures, it tightens skin like an ice roller without freezer burn. It also offers heat therapy to enhance skincare product absorption.
What It’s Good For: Depuffing under-eye bags and reducing facial puffiness.
Specs: Plastic wand with copper/aluminum alloy head for cold and heat therapy.
Best For: Depuffing and firming skin.
How to Use: Glide wand across clean, dry skin on under-eyes, cheeks, jaw, and forehead.

Best For Contouring: Jillian Dempsey Gold Bar

Jillian Dempsey Gold Sculpting Bar

Why We Love It: Mimic celebrity facialists with the Jillian Dempsey Gold Bar, a sculpting and toning device that contours cheekbones, lifts jawlines, and massages eyebrows. Its 24-karat gold vibrating bar (6000 rotations per minute) boosts blood flow, relaxes muscles, depuffs, and sculpts.
Type: Facial Massager
What It’s Good For: Sculpting and defining cheekbones, jawline, chin, and neck.
Specs: 24K gold plated vibrating bar with 6,000 rotations per minute.
Best For: Lifting, toning, and contouring facial features.
How to Use: Moisturize skin, move upward along jawline to temples for up to five minutes.

Best for Acne: OmniLux Mini Blemish Eraser

Omnilux Blemish Eraser

Why We Love It: Speed up blemish treatment with the OmniLux Mini Blemish Eraser. Paired with salicylic acid and green tea-infused hydrocolloid patches, this device uses blue light (415nm) to eliminate bacteria and red light (633nm) to reduce inflammation and redness. It’s hands-free for convenient daily use.
Type: Silicone Mini LED device
What It’s Good For: Targeting breakouts and clinically proven to combat acne-causing bacteria.
Specs: FDA-cleared, with 415nm (blue) and 633nm (red) wavelengths.
Best For: Treating acne, inflammation, and redness.
How to Use: Apply hydrocolloid patches to blemishes, adhere device, and use for 10 minutes, four times a week.

Best for Microneedling: BeautyBio GloPRO Regeneration Tool

BeautyBio GloPRO Microneedling Rejuvenation Tool

Why We Love It: For pore refinement in 2024, BeautyBio’s GloPRO microneedling tool stimulates cellular turnover and collagen production. Just 60 seconds daily promises a plumper, radiant complexion. Painless and effective, use three times a week to enhance skincare absorption and achieve tighter, smoother skin.
Type: Microneedling LED Light Tool
What It’s Good For: Red LED light technology enhances skin appearance through pulse stimulation.
Specs: Red light wavelength (620-625nm).
Best For: Smoothing and retexturing skin.
How to Use: Clarify skin with alcohol pads, gently use device for 60 seconds, and immediately apply serums.

Best Dermaplaning Device: Dermaflash LUXE+ Advanced Sonic Dermaplaning Device

Dermaflash Luxe+ Dermaplaning & Peach Fuzz Removal Set

Why We Love It: For at-home facials, Dermaflash LUXE+ offers a two-in-one sonic device with a stainless steel spatula. Extract mode gently removes blackheads and oil, while Infuse mode enhances serum penetration. Use with active ingredients for more effective product absorption.
Type: Dermaplaning Device
What It’s Good For: Exfoliating dead skin cells and eliminating blackheads, dirt, and oil buildup.
Specs: Sonic dermaplaning system
Best For: Targeting blackheads, enhancing skincare absorption, and peach fuzz removal.
How to Use: Prep skin with Preflash Skin Prep, hold device at 45-degree angle, use short strokes on taut skin, and finish with skincare products.

Best for Tense Muscles: Theraface PRO Microcurrent Facial Device

TheraFace Pro Microcurrent Facial Device

Why We Love It: For facial tension relief, the TheraFace Pro offers eight treatments in one device, from percussive massage to LED light therapy and hot/cold sessions. Its versatility caters to various skincare needs, unwinding stress and prepping skin for makeup.
Editor’s experience: “The only tool that relieves my facial muscle tension. Soothing massage, and I love combining it with LED light therapy.” —Kiana Murden, beauty shopping writer
Type: Facial Massaging Device
What It’s Good For: An 8-in-1 device featuring facial massage, LED Light Therapy for skin tightening and anti-aging.
Specs: Red, blue, and infrared light wavelengths.
Best For: Cleansing, sculpting, reducing inflammation and acne, and relieving tension.
How to Use: Apply conductive gel, select microcurrent setting, glide upward on face, rinse, and pat dry.

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

Mount Lai Gua Sha Facial Lifting Tool

Why We Love It: Combat puffy under-eyes with Mount Lai’s gua sha tool, available in jade, rose quartz, black obsidian, and amethyst. This traditional Chinese tool boosts blood flow, drains the lymphatic system, and tones skin with consistent use, offering both visual and meditative benefits.
Editor’s experience: “Gua sha gives my oval face definition. Consistency is key for noticeable results, and it’s travel-friendly.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
Type: Gua Sha Stone
What It’s Good For: Boosting circulation and sculpting the face.
Specs: Made of 100% jade, rose quartz, black obsidian, or amethyst stone.
Best For: Addressing puffiness, contouring, releasing tension, and lymphatic drainage.
How to Use: Prep skin with oil or serum, glide down neck, forehead, eye area, cheeks, and jawline.

Best Infrared Sauna Blanket: Higher Dose Infrared Sauna Blanket

Higher Dose Infrared Sauna Blanket

Why We Love It: For a space-saving at-home sauna experience, the Higher Dose Infrared Sauna Blanket offers the same benefits as a traditional sauna. It detoxifies the body, burns calories, reduces stress, boosts mood, increases blood flow, and promotes radiant skin using far infrared rays.
Editor’s experience: “Obsessed with my sauna blanket for relaxation and work. Pair it with magnesium spray and body oil for best results. Stay hydrated!” —Iman Balagam, contributor
Type: Sauna Blanket
What It’s Good For: Full-body sweat and detox using water-resistant polyurethane and infrared heat.
Specs: Temperature range from 68 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit.
Best For: Detoxing, burning calories, boosting mood, achieving glowing skin, reducing stress, and increasing blood flow.
How to Use: Wear skin-covering clothes, preheat blanket, lay on flat surface, zip in for 30-45 minutes, and rinse off with a cool shower.

Best Face Roller: Herbivore Stone Facial Roller

Herbivore Stone Facial Roller

Why We Love It: Herbivore’s classic jade face roller boosts circulation, relaxes muscle tension, and promotes a radiant glow. Made from ethically-sourced stones, it also aids in lymphatic drainage and sinus relief.
Type: Jade Stone Roller
What It’s Good For: Boosting circulation, relaxing muscle tension, and promoting radiant skin.
Specs: Jade facial roller.
Best For: Reducing puffiness, fine lines, and detoxifying skin.
How to Use: Apply face oil, roll outwards and upwards from face center, and down neck sides. Store in fridge for cooling effect.

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

Age-R Booster Pro

Why We Love It: Medicube Age-R Booster Pro, a leading Korean beauty tool, uses Electroporation to enhance skincare product absorption by up to 785%. With four modes and daily usability, it provides a spa-like experience, promoting radiance, elasticity, and pore care.
Editor’s experience: “Hailey Bieber-approved and a permanent part of my routine. Easy, painless, and gives plumper, glossier skin. Perfect for vacation prep!” —Kiana Murden, senior beauty shopping writer
Type: Facial Treatment Device
What It’s Good For: Enhancing radiance, elasticity, pore care, and facial contouring.
Specs: Electrical stimulation technology.
Best For: Hydration and plumping skin.
How to Use: Apply skincare products, power on, and choose watering, boosting, or focus method in circular or sliding motions.

Best for Big Events: ZIIP Halo

Ziip Halo

Why We Love It: ZIIP Halo is the go-to tool for red carpet-ready skin. This microcurrent device provides an immediate lifting effect and offers 26 unique waveform combinations via an app. Frequent use ensures visible results, making it worth the investment for special occasions.
Editor’s experience: “Immediate eyebrow lift and cheek lifting effect. Celebrity-used for red carpet prep for good reason.” — 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 important events like weddings or red carpets.
Best For: Addressing dark circles, fine lines, wrinkles, and improving skin texture.
How to Use: Apply Electric Complex Gel, activate device, and use three to five times per week for at least six weeks.

Best Dry Brush: Goop Beauty Ultimate Dry Brush

Goop Ultimate Dry Brush

Why We Love It: Goop Beauty Ultimate Dry Brush stands out with its gentle yet effective natural sisal bristles and easy-to-grip handle. It exfoliates dead skin cells, revealing smoother, glowing skin without harshness.
Editor’s experience: “A Gwyneth Paltrow-approved dry brushing fan. This brush is gentle, effective, and makes skin baby soft. Love the ritual and following with body oil.” — Iman Balagam, Contributor
Type: Body Brush
What It’s Good For: Exfoliating and sweeping away dead skin for glowing, smooth skin.
Specs: Brush made from pure natural sisal.
Best For: Exfoliation and improving circulation.
How to Use: Use on dry skin before showering, brush upwards towards heart in small strokes or circular motions for 3-5 minutes.

Best For Skincare Absorption: Droplette

Droplette Microinfusion Device

Why We Love It: Brooke Shields’ beauty secret, Droplette Microinfusion Device, enhances ingredient penetration, making skincare more effective. Its aerosol mist deposits tiny droplets past the skin barrier, improving hydration, reducing redness, and plumping skin.
Editor’s experience: “Improved skin hydration, reduced redness, and plumper skin. Also love the lip plumping capsules for a boost before events.” —Iman Balagam, contributor
Type: Skincare Device
What It’s Good For: Needle-free technology delivering ingredients 20 times deeper into skin.
Specs: Micro-infusion Technology, Charging Adapter
Best For: Enhancing skincare absorption, plumping, and hydration.
How to Use: Place serum capsule, tilt head back, position device half inch from skin, turn on, and move mist in slow circles.

Best for Skin Tightening: Currentbody RF Radio Frequency Device

Currentbody RF Radio Frequency Skin Tightening Device

Why We Love It: Currentbody RF Radio Frequency Device brings professional skin tightening home. It heats skin to 104 degrees Fahrenheit, stimulating collagen production and improving skin texture and firmness. Consistent use delivers noticeable anti-aging benefits.
Editor’s Experience: “Gentle heat, never uncomfortably hot, maintains ideal temperature for collagen production. Focus on forehead lines, 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: Boosting collagen production, firming, and improving skin texture.
How to Use: Apply radio frequency gel, glide device in circles across face for up to 70 minutes or follow 5-minute regimens.

What is the difference between different beauty technologies?

LED Light Therapy: A non-invasive treatment using specific light wavelengths to address skin concerns. Red light boosts collagen and repair; blue light targets acne bacteria. Look for devices with both red and blue lights for comprehensive benefits.
Microcurrent: Delivers low-level electrical currents to tone facial muscles, mimicking body’s natural impulses to improve muscle firmness.
Cryotherapy: Treatment exposing body to freezing temperatures for short periods, reducing inflammation and swelling for a refreshed appearance.
Facial Massage: Manipulates skin and muscles to stimulate blood flow, deliver nutrients, remove toxins, and reduce puffiness. A simple yet effective at-home treatment.
Laser: Like Lyma Laser, the first FDA-cleared at-home laser, reduces aging signs, wrinkles, and pigmentation by reaching deep into dermis to stimulate cell regeneration and collagen production.
Microneedling: Minimally invasive, uses fine needles to create micro-injuries, stimulating collagen and elastin production for skin renewal.
Dermaplaning: Uses surgical blade to remove peach fuzz and dead skin, leading to smoother skin and better product penetration. Recommended every 2-4 weeks.
Radio Frequency: Uses electromagnetic waves to generate heat, stimulating collagen production and improving skin firmness. Consistent at-home use can yield results similar to professional treatments.

How do you choose the right beauty tool for you?

Choosing the right beauty tool depends on individual goals, skin concerns, and timing, such as preparing for events or holidays. Consult with an aesthetician and research expert-recommended tools, especially for sensitive skin. LED masks are universally beneficial as a primary at-home tool.

Are at-home beauty tools worth investing in?

At-home beauty tools are valuable supplements to a good skincare routine, but not substitutes. Avoid dermaplaning and microneedling at home due to potential risks; leave these to professionals.