Take the latest product from Foreo,the ($669),a device with “lifting,sculpting and tapping microcurrents” to tone,contour and reduce facial puffiness. As such it dispenses with the need for sheet masks and does its job in just 90 seconds – 30 seconds using LED light to prep skin,30 seconds of sonic pulsing,and 30 seconds of a green LED light to boost radiance. Just glide it over ($99) and ($109) for best results.
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Red- and blue-spectrum LED lights can help to smooth wrinkles and zap bacteria.Getty Images
Another great LED light treatment is theSpectralLite FaceWare Pro ($688),a futuristic-looking mask incorporating red- and blue-spectrum LED lights that help to smooth wrinkles and zap bacteria in just three minutes of hands-free use.
On the acne front,the Radiant Renewal 4-in-1 Skincare Wand ($365) comes up trumps. Again,this is quick and convenient – as little as three minutes a day,three times a week. And just because it’s small,don’t discount its effectiveness. Apart from targeting bacteria on the skin,it helps minimise puffiness and improve skin tone.
For an excellent at-home facial massage,try TheraFace Pro ($499),which loosens up tight muscles and helps relieve the results of night-time jaw-clenching with gentle vibration. It also includes attachments such as an acne-clearing LED light and a firming microcurrent tool.
On the low-tech side,the humble gua sha tool is great for instantly diminishing puffiness and our go-to is Multi-Sculpt Gua Sha ($94),as it works on the pressure receptors in skin tissue. This medical-grade stainless steel tool has six unique edges designed to lift,sculpt,define,de-puff,plump fine lines,reduce facial tension and improve circulation. It also helps improve serum absorption.
While we are on the topic of simple solutions,imagine having your own therapeutic misting facial steamer to help hydrate and soften the outer layer of skin while improving circulation and loosening up dirt and sebum. We love Pro Facial Steamer ($447),which helps open pores and makes skin more receptive to masks,serums and moisturisers. For a DIY version,just fill a bowl with very hot water,put a towel over your head and place your face over the bowl.
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