Independent research on at-home beauty devices
We read the specs, the FDA filings and the studies so you don't have to. Every number is sourced, every page shows when it was last checked.
5 categories · 9 guides · updated monthlyDevice categories
LED & red light
Face masks, panels, pads · 3 guides
Laser hair growth
Caps, helmets, combs · 6 guides
Microcurrent & RF
Toning and lifting devices
Hot tools
Dryers, straighteners, curlers
IPL hair removal
At-home IPL handsets
Latest research
HairMax Review: Which HairMax Laser Device Is Worth It?
HairMax laser combs, bands and caps compared by FDA clearance, research and who funded it, price and refund terms, with the LaserBand 82 as our pick.
CurrentBody LED Mask Review: Is the Series 2 Worth It?
The CurrentBody LED mask Series 2 reviewed: FDA clearance K250966, what the research shows, the best way to use it, fit, price, returns, and how it compares with Omnilux and Series 3.
Illumiflow Review: Is the 272 Pro Laser Cap Worth It?
Illumiflow laser caps compared by model, FDA clearance, research, price and refund terms, with the 272 Pro as our pick for most readers.
Best LED Face Masks of 2026: 5 Picks for Wrinkles, Acne and Budget
Five LED face masks compared by FDA clearance, wavelengths, session time, fit and price, with a pick for wrinkles, acne, short sessions, a sub-$200 budget and neck coverage.
Do LED Masks Really Work? What the Research Shows
At-home LED masks can modestly soften fine lines and calm inflamed acne after 8 to 12 weeks; here is what the trials, FDA clearances and safety notes say.
Do Laser Caps Work? What the Research Says About Laser Hair Growth
Laser caps can increase hair density in pattern hair loss, according to several meta-analyses, but they take months and suit early to moderate thinning.
Kiierr vs Illumiflow: Which Laser Cap Should You Buy?
Kiierr and Illumiflow sell near-identical FDA-cleared laser caps; Illumiflow costs less, while Kiierr offers an earlier refund window.
Best Laser Caps for Hair Loss in 2026: 5 Picks Compared
We compared FDA files, prices, warranties and refund terms for Kiierr, Illumiflow and HairMax laser devices to pick the best laser cap for each kind of buyer.