Skincare

It’s taken me quite some time to finally get this review up but I really wanted to test the CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Face Mask thoroughly and with enough time to see results. I am familiar with using an LED face mask and it’s benefits so before I tested this, I stopped using my previous one for a while before testing this one so I could get a better idea of the results I achieved. If you are unfamiliar with LED masks, they use red and infrared light to help rejuvenate the skin and provide anti-aging benefits. While it takes time to see results, I am shocked at how much better my skin looks and has stayed looking since I began using LED masks. I haven’t had any Botox/Dysport in 5 years so the first place I really began to see results was my forehead. Any fine lines developing simply stopped deepening and are incredibly minimal. My skin has remained firm and smooth year after year and I really attribute it to using this LED mask regularly. This post will go more in depth about the mask, the benefits and the technology behind it. And Currentbody generously offered my readers a discount code for their entire site! Use code: ALITTLEBITCB for 10% off all devices!!

Current Body LED Mask Review

What Does A LED Face Mask Do?

For those unfamiliar with LED masks, they have a ton of great benefits such as:

• boosting collagen production
• improving tone, texture and firmness
• improving recovery from surface scarring (either from a cut, acne scar, etc)
• calming redness
• healing breakouts

This particular mask from Currentbody is 27% more powerful than many other LED masks on the market which really helps to deliver efficient and successful results. The red light helps to penetrate beneath the skin’s surface in order to boost circulation which brings oxygen and nutrients to the cells. Another benefit of using an LED mask is that the red and infrared light speed up cellular renewal which can aid in helping skin heal faster. Especially with blemishes or cuts on the face, using a LED mask can help it heal quicker and with less scarring. There is no pain or discomfort associated with using the mask. And I hardly even notice I have it on. However you should always patch test your skin with any new skincare product or tool to ensure you don’t have any adverse reactions.

How Often To Use LED Face Mask

One of the first features of this LED mask that I really liked was its flexibility and how it can easily mold to the face. This flexibility allows the light to penetrate every area of the face which ensures balanced results. It’s quite comfortable to wear. And since it is battery operated, I can wear it while moving around the house. This really contributes to my desire to wear it consistently every single night. Its recommended use is 5x/week at minimum. So I usually take off Sundays but wear it the rest of the week.

After I cleanse and tone, I will put it on for the allotted 10 minutes. The light is quite intense and can be bothersome to people’s eyes. So they include comfort goggles with the mask that you can wear. I personally don’t find it to be irritating or uncomfortable. So I don’t use the goggles with the mask. Since it has a timer already built in, it will automatically turn off after the 10 minutes is up (another great feature!). After that, I will wipe down the interior quickly with an alcohol wipe and then continue with the rest of my skincare routine.

What Results Can You Expect From an LED Mask?

As far as results, I didn’t really expect to see anything noticeable in the first few weeks. This product takes consistency and patience but after about 30 days, I really began to notice a difference. For me the most significant changes in my skin have been:

• more even toned complexion
• less redness
• quicker healing of blemishes
• less noticeable dark spots
• minimized fine lines
• overall clarity

To be honest, it was so slight at first that I wasn’t sure I would see the results that I had with prior LED masks. But after about 6 weeks, I looked at my skin one morning after I got up and was shocked at how clear it looked. It was THAT noticeable. It wasn’t red, it looked so smooth, bright and even toned.  And while I do take great care of my skin, using an LED mask contributes to reducing the occurrence of fine lines and wrinkles or loss of skin firmness. So even if you are not yet seeing those things on your face, using an LED mask can delay those signs of aging (or help to reverse it if they are already there).

Additional LED Light Therapy Masks to Try

CurrentBody Skin LED Neck and Dec Protector

While treating the face is the main focus of most skincare products and tools, the neck and decollete is often overlooked. As a result it can look vastly different from the face and show signs of aging or damage from the sun/environment. This LED mask is designed to cover the neck and decollete and treat fine lines, wrinkles and other signs of aging. As with the face mask, you only need to use it for 10 minutes 3 to 5 times a week. You can purchase this mask separately but they sell it as a value set with the face mask too!

CurrentBody Skin LED Eye Perfector

If your eye area is a main concern, there is a LED mask targeted specifically for this area. The skin around the eye often shows signs of aging first. So it’s good to treat it the same as you do the rest of your face. This mask has 4 clinically proven wavelengths that target eye bags, dark circles and elasticity which are often the main concerns for the eye area. You can intensify this treatment with the CurrentBody Skin Hydrogel Eye Mask which you apply before putting on the mask. The mask is programmed to only be on for 3 minutes. And it’s recommended that you use it 6 times a week.

CurrentBody Skin LED Lip Perfector

This is a wearable LED lip mask that targets anti-aging concerns for the lips. It helps to soften feather, smile and marionette lines while treating thinness and fading. It can even be used if you have lip filler. The protocol is to wear it for 3 minutes a day with full results in 8 weeks. It’s a natural and painless alternative to lip filler. Because it can help boost your own natural collagen while also helping to reverse the signs of aging. The lip area will look even-toned, plumper and more youthful.

CurrentBody Skin LED Hand Perfector

As someone who has driving gloves designed to prevent my hands from sun damage while driving, this LED mask for the hands is right up my alley! LOL It helps target fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and age spots while also firming the skin. It’s advised that you use it for 10 minutes every day with results being expected within 4 weeks. The red light and infrared light speeds up cell renewal to help fade fine lines and accelerate healing for cuts or scars.

CurrentBody Skin LED Hair Growth Helmet

Targeting and treating the scalp is the key to successful hair regrowth. This device is clinically proven to stimulate the follicles with oxygen and nutrients to reduce hair loss and stimulate regrowth. It should be used for 10 minutes every day and results may take up to 16 weeks. It fits over the entire head and has built-in Bluetooth enabled headphones that allow you to listen to music, podcasts, your favorite book etc during your treatment. There are two different sizes of the device so be sure you check the details to ensure you pick the correct one for your head measurements. The red and infrared light of the LED device increases scalp circulation which strengthens follicles and leads to new, thicker hair regrowth.

CurrentBody Skin LED Illuminating Mirror

If you struggle with poor lighting in your bathroom or vanity when applying makeup, this illuminating mirror is the perfect solution! It contains 70 LED bulbs to provide a super bright light allowing for precise and flawless makeup application. There are three varying lighting modes – neutral white light (photo-ready), soft and warm light (evening makeup) and daylight white (everyday makeup).

CurrentBody LED Mask Discount Code

CurrentBody generously gave me a discount code to share with my readers that can be used on the LED Light Therapy Face mask. Use coupon code: ALITTLEBITCB for 10% off. CurrentBody offers free shipping as well on all its devices.

A moisturizer is one of the most crucial parts of any skincare routine. In fact, even for the most basic skincare routine or for a routine that needs to be as minimal as possible – a moisturizer is almost always recommended. More than a serum, more than an eye cream, more than any toner or mask. A moisturizer is the foundation of caring for your skin. The purpose of a traditional moisturizer is simply to moisturize the skin and keep it hydrated. In its simplest form, a good moisturizer helps the skin hold onto and retain water which is a vital element for all skin. Throughout the years, moisturizers have been formulated to treat other skin concerns but at its core, moisturizers are simply made for moisturizing the skin. I’m grateful though that there are so many moisturizer options available these days that can suit any skin type or skin concern. Using the correct moisturizer for your skin type can make all the difference for helping your skin look healthy, glowing and fresh. I’ve shared my love before for the brand Educated Mess and their Sake Bomb Moisturizer is the most recent product I’ve been testing from the line. It’s a fantastic lightweight intensely hydrating moisturizer that works for nearly all skin types. Especially going into summer where preferences for products to be more lightweight yet still deliver a ton of moisture is in high demand. The Educated Mess Sake Bomb Moisturizer is an excellent choice for those looking to add a new intensely hydrating moisturizer for their summer skincare routine. I’ll share a more in depth review of the product in today’s post along with my thoughts on who it would be best for. And you can use code: MAREE10 to save 10% on any Educated Mess products!

What is the Educated Mess Sake Bomb Moisturizer?

The Educated Mess Sake Bomb Moisturizer is a lightweight gel-cream moisturizer designed to deliver hydration both immediately and for the long term. It’s formulated with a ton of ingredients that allow the skin to hold onto moisture and water long leaving the skin looking more plump and supple. Though my skin is more dry these days, I used to focus heavily on hydration with my skincare routine even when my skin was oily because ensuring the skin is properly hydrated and balanced is the key to great skin. But don’t just think of the Sake Bomb as another basic hydrating moisturizer. It contains various specific ingredients that also target skin firmness, elasticity and barrier support. It’s everything you could want out of a daily moisturizer.

Educated Mess Sake Bomb Ingredients

• Sake Ferment – This is a byproduct of sake fermentation and is rich in essential vitamins, amino acids, enzymes and peptides that will support the skin barrier. Sake ferment has been used in Japanese beauty for years after sake brewers noticed their hands were virtually ageless after years of brewing sake.
• Encapsulated Peptides – The peptides used in this moisturizer are designed to promote hyaluronic acid production which helps to plump the skin. The unique delivery system for these targeted peptides allows them to penetrate further into the skin rather than sitting on the surface or being broken down before they can provide benefits.
• Marine Bioferment – This is a hydrating active ingredient derived through the fermentation of a bacteria strain specifically known for it’s unique properties. This bioferment was found to boost the skin’s natural moisturizing factors which help reduce water loss and leave the skin with a healthy glow.
• While these are the key ingredients that are highlighted for their specific benefits, here is the entire ingredient list which you can find on their website: Aqua/Water/Eau, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe) Leaf Juice, Dimethicone/Peg-10/15 Crosspolymer, Squalane, Maris Sal/Sea Salt/Sel Marin, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-50, Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bacillus Ferment, Panthenol, Oryza Sativa Lees Extract, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer, Polyvinyl Alcohol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Phenylpropanol

How does the Educated Mess Sake Bomb Work?

Apply Morning and Evening

This is a moisturizer that you can easily use in the morning and/or evening. I personally have been testing it in my morning skincare routine because I love the way it preps my skin before makeup. My skin stays hydrated ALL DAY LONG which is something I struggle with as I have gotten older.

Use as Your Last Step

As with most moisturizers, this should be the last step of your skincare routine. If you want more information about what order to apply skincare products, I wrote an entire blog post with a step by step process.

Suitable for Sensitive Skin

As with ALL of Educated Mess products, the Sake Bomb Moisturizer is suitable for sensitive skin.

Easy to Add Into Any Routine

This is an easy moisturizer to simply slip into your skincare routine without worrying it will react with any other products you may be using. If you are ever concerned about a reaction to any product, patch test a small bit of the product on the side of your chin or face to see how your skin reacts to it.

What Are the Benefits of Educated Mess Sake Bomb?

Plumping Hydration

This is a moisturizer that will deliver intense moisture that leaves the skin looking plump and supple.

Soothing Barrier Support

It’s incredibly important to protect and support the skin barrier so that the skin can look and feel healthy. Using various actives (retinol, acids, etc) to address different concerns is fine, but ensuring that those actives don’t break down or damage the skin barrier is important. Using a moisturizer that is designed to help strengthen that skin barrier is key for any balanced skincare routine.

Firmness & Elasticity

As someone who is in her mid 40’s, I do tend to look for products that address many concerns at once. I love using the Educated Mess Sake Bomb because it intensely hydrates my skin but also targets firmness and elasticity.

Where to Buy the Educated Mess Sake Bomb Moisturizer?

• Educated Mess website (use code: MAREE10 to save 10%!)