The Shark CryoGlow is the feature-heavy option. It combines red light, blue light and near-infrared light with cooling pads that sit under the eyes, in a rigid shell with an adjustable strap and a handheld controller. If you want more from a single device than a red light routine, this is the mask to look at first.

It is also the mask that asks the most of you: it is heavier than a silicone mask, and a rigid shell fits some faces better than others.

Our verdict

Three wavelengths cover three jobs. Red light is the general-purpose setting for tone and texture, near-infrared reaches deeper for collagen support, and blue light is the one with evidence for mild to moderate acne. Having all three means you can match the setting to your skin that week instead of buying a second device.

The cooling under-eye pads are the distinctive extra. They chill the skin under the eyes during or after a session, which is pleasant and helps with puffiness in the short term. Whether that earns its place is a matter of taste, but it is a genuine difference from every other mask on our shortlist. The Shark CryoGlow in Blue Frost and the Lilac Frost finish are the same device in two colours.

What we liked

  • Red, blue and near-infrared light in one mask, selected from preset routines on the controller.
  • Cooling under-eye pads, which no other mask on our list offers.
  • A well-built shell with an adjustable strap and clear on-screen timing.
  • A mainstream brand with straightforward support and a published safety guide.

What to know

  • A rigid shell is heavier and less forgiving of face shape than silicone. Try it on early and use the return window if it does not sit right.
  • It is one of the more expensive masks on the market.
  • Blue light helps with breakouts but does nothing for lines or pigmentation, so pick the routine for the goal.
  • Check the current listing for the exact LED count and session lengths, as specifications change between versions.

Who it suits

The CryoGlow is for someone with more than one skin goal, particularly if breakouts or puffy eyes are part of the picture alongside fine lines or redness. It is also the mask to choose if you want the ritual of a session to feel like a treatment rather than ten quiet minutes under a light.

If you only want red and near-infrared light and you value comfort above everything, the CurrentBody Skin LED Mask Series 2 is lighter and simpler. If the budget is tighter, the INIA Red Light Therapy Mask covers the core wavelengths for less.

Is it worth it?

For a buyer who will use the extra settings, yes. The CryoGlow does more than any other mask on our shortlist, and the blue light is a real advantage for acne-prone skin. For a buyer who only wants the basics done well, the price buys features that will sit unused.