Which LED Mask Mode Should I Use? The Complete Guide for Every Skin Concern
Which LED Mask Mode
Should You Use?
Tap your skin concern and get your mode in seconds. Then, if you're curious, discover how each light works and the simple routines that get the best results.
What does your skin need right now?
Tap a concern. You'll see the best mode, an alternative for the days your skin wants something different, and how often to use it.
Breakouts & excess oilBlemishes, blackheads, shine
Run M5 Anti-Acne, then M1 Repairing straight after, without removing the mask. Blue light purifies, red light calms. If your skin is reactive, choose M6 instead.
Up to 5 evenings a weekSensitive breakoutsRed, tender blemishes
Start with M1 Repairing alone for 2 weeks. Once your skin feels calm, add M5 at Level 1 twice a week, always followed by M1.
4 to 5 times a weekFine lines & firmnessWrinkles, loss of bounce
M3 Anti-aging pairs red and near-infrared light to support collagen at two depths. On other days, M4 in the morning adds an extra glow.
4 to 5 sessions a week, one a dayDark spots & uneven toneSun spots, post-blemish marks
M2 Rejuvenation combines yellow and red light for a more even-looking tone. Use Level 1 or 2, and keep blue light (M5, M6) for other days.
About 4 times a weekRedness & sensitivityReactive, easily flushed skin
M1 Repairing uses red light only, the gentlest option of the mask. M4 is a lovely alternative as it contains no blue light. Start at Level 1.
3 to 4 times a weekDull, tired skinLack of glow
M4 Morning Skincare is the most powerful mode of the mask, with yellow, red and near-infrared together. Ten minutes before your SPF and your skin wakes up with you.
3 to 5 mornings a weekDryness & tight skinAir-conditioning, dehydration
M1 Repairing supports a comfortable, well-balanced skin barrier, ideal when the AC dries your skin out overnight. Follow with a ceramide moisturiser.
4 to 5 times a weekTexture & post-blemish marksUneven surface
Begin with M1 while blemishes are still active, then move to M3 for smoother-looking skin over time.
4 times a weekTired eye areaFine lines, dark circles
M3 Anti-aging covers the whole eye contour with red and near-infrared light. Keep the silicone eye protectors on.
4 to 5 times a week4 lights, 6 modes
Each light reaches a different layer of your skin. Each mode is a different combination of them.
MODE 1
The gentlest mode. Calms, comforts the skin barrier and is the perfect finish after blue light.
MODE 2
For a more even, luminous tone. Your go-to for dark spots and marks.
MODE 3
Supports collagen at two depths for firmer, smoother-looking skin.
MODE 4
The most powerful mode, up to 45 mW/cm². No blue light, so perfect before heading out.
MODE 5
Purifies the skin surface for clearer-looking skin. Always follow with M1.
MODE 6
A complete 10-minute evening ritual for skin with several needs.
Mode 6 is sequential, not simultaneous: three phases, one after the other.
3 golden rules for blue light
Blue light is great for breakouts. On medium to deep skin tones, very common across the Gulf, these three habits keep your tone even.
Give your skin two weeks to get used to M5 before going higher.
Follow M5 with M1 or M3 in the same session, without removing the mask.
Keep M5 and M6 for other days than M2, so the work on your tone isn't undone.
Start on clean, product-free skin. Keep retinol, benzoyl peroxide, strong acids and vitamin C for after your session or for another evening.
Copy the routine that fits you
No need to build anything yourself. Open your routine and follow the steps.
BreakoutsM5 then M1, up to 5 evenings a week
- CleanseRemove SPF, makeup and actives. Pat dry.
- M5 Anti-Acne · 10 minLevel 1 for the first 2 weeks, then Level 2 if your skin is happy.
- M1 Repairing · 10 minStraight after M5, keep the mask on.
- AfterNiacinamide serum and a light moisturiser.
Dark spotsM2 3 evenings, M4 2 mornings
- 3 evenings a week · M2 · 10 minLevel 1 or 2, then niacinamide serum.
- 2 mornings a week · M4 · 10 minOn days without M2. Then vitamin C and a tinted SPF.
- Keep blue light apartNo M5 or M6 on M2 days.
- Be patientTone evens out progressively over 8 to 12 weeks. Daily SPF makes the biggest difference.
Anti-agingM3 3 to 4 evenings, M4 1 to 2 mornings
- 3 to 4 evenings · M3 · 10 minThen peptide serum, hyaluronic acid and night cream.
- 1 to 2 mornings · M4 · 10 minOn days without M3. Then vitamin C and SPF.
- RetinolOnly on 2 evenings without LED.
- Be consistentSkin feels firmer within weeks, with the best results after 8 to 12 weeks.
Sensitive skinM1 only, build slowly
- Weeks 1 to 2 · M1 · 10 minLevel 1, 3 times a week.
- AfterA soothing serum (centella or panthenol) and a ceramide moisturiser.
- Week 3 onwardsAdd M4 in the morning if your skin is comfortable.
- After 4 calm weeksYou can try the other modes.
What to apply after each mode
Right after a session is the perfect moment for your serums. Here is what to reach for, and what to keep for another evening.
Your questions, answered
Which mode is the most powerful?
M4 Morning Skincare, at up to 45 mW/cm², about twice M1. Start it at Level 1 or 2 for the first two weeks, then increase.
Does Mode 6 use all the lights at once?
No. It runs yellow for 2 minutes, then red + near-infrared for 5 minutes, then blue for 3 minutes. Ten minutes in total.
Can I combine two modes in one session?
Only M5 followed by M1, which is designed as a pair. For other concerns, choose one mode per session and alternate across the week.
Is blue light suitable for darker skin tones?
Yes, with the 3 golden rules: start at Level 1, always finish with red light, and keep blue light away from M2 days.
How often should I use each mode?
Aim for 3 to 5 sessions a week in total, one a day. Pick the mode that matches your goal for each session: for example M3 three evenings and M4 two mornings. The only pair used in one session is M5 followed by M1.
Can I use the LED mask during Ramadan?
Yes. M4 before Suhoor and M3 or M6 after Iftar make a lovely routine. Apply moisturiser after every session to keep your skin comfortable while fasting.
488 LEDs across blue, yellow, red and near-infrared. FDA 510(k) cleared, in flexible medical-grade silicone.
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