Can red light heal my acne scars?

As an LED mask made by vacuum-makers Shark promises to help reduce blemishes, Cally Brooks trials it for 30 days

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When it comes to skincare, I've always been cautious about big promises especially from gadgets that look like they belong in a sci-fi film.

But after struggling with scarring from acne caused by PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome), and seeing influencers and dermatologists rave about LED light therapy, I decided to give it a go.

For the past month, I've been using the Shark CryoGlow LED Face Mask by SharkNinja, a company best known for its vacuums and kitchen gadgets. Yet since 2024 it's been making waves with this futuristic face mask.

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