The top 20 devices and products for achieving great skin. Photo Illustration by Layer 0 / Courtesy Brands Whether prepping for red carpets or maintaining skin between appointments, the latest high-tech beauty devices and active-ingredient-laden antiaging products go beyond skin deep. K-beauty (and some homegrown skin care) has interrogated the most powerful compounds known today to bring youthful results, while the next gen of beauty tech delivers science-backed regimens with potential longevity benefits. Think glow-giving red light tools that also aid muscle recovery and wall panels that help rejuvenate the skin and mood with clinically proven sunlight therapy. Here, you can biohack your beauty routine with the latest pharmaceutical topical wonders (no prescription required) and noninvasive at-home aesthetics accouterments that purport to lift, tone, smooth and protect the skin.
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Courtesy glow up Bio-Therapeutic bt-Sculpt GEN2 Microcurrent Facial Tool
$343 Buy Now on amazonIt may look like an alien probe plucked from Fire in the Sky, but the clinically backed microcurrent skin tool’s cheekbone-giving results are anything but sci-fi. For last year’s Vogue World, celebrity makeup artist Georgie Eisdell used the second-gen Bt-sculpt and the company’s ultra-hydrating serums to prep Dakota Johnson’s skin for a “lifted, sculpted glow” that helps products “[glide] on effortlessly.” The at-home device is the result of the company’s more than 50 years of innovation and Eastern-informed expertise in using electrical currents to reinvigorate, lift and sculpt the face in professional spa treatments.
Courtesy full-body benefits Bon Charge Super Max Red Light Therapy
$1,599 Buy Now on bonchargeJust 10 minutes of yoga, Pilates or meditation while facing this red light therapy panel can improve sleep, support recovery, and keep your skin looking younger and firmer. (Clinical studies show red and near-infrared lights check off all these boxes with regular use.) The massive device is part of celebrity trainer Flik Swan’s new Bon Charge Method guided video series on beauty, relaxation and recovery starring the wellness tech brand’s red light face masks, blankets and infrared PEMF mats. Claudia Schiffer and Sara Foster are also fans of Bon Charge.
shower power HigherDose Red Light Showerhead Filter
$599 Buy Now on higherdoseRed light therapy is already a trusted treatment in face masks, and the beauty biohacker brand’s high-tech showerhead brings the collagen-stimulating, skin-calming modality to regular rinse routines. The shower attachment filters out heavy metals, chlorine and other impurities that can cause scalp and follicle buildup and skin irritation. HigherDose says that regular red light showers can help stimulate hair follicles to support hair growth, increase circulation and reduce inflammation.
Courtesy gene-ius LYMA Laser Pro
$5,995 Buy now on lyma Buy the drinkThe flashlight-like device uses cold laser technology to reach deeper into the skin and activate the so-called “longevity gene” (per peer-reviewed study findings), boosting collagen production to smooth wrinkles and fine lines and firm the jawline and jowls. “I’ve been using this for a few months and have been loving it,” says The Things We Do medispa founder Vanessa Lee, the cosmetic RN trusted by the Kardashians, Jessica Alba and others. (Celebrity facialists Iván Pol and Joanna Czech are among the brand’s ambassadors, while Carey Mulligan and Martha Stewart are just a few stars who use the device.) The company’s latest longevity-focused release, the ID² powder, is a daily drink to support gut health, well known as the foundation for glow-from-within skin, a strong immune system and energy, among other aspects of wellness.
Courtesy skin snatcher Medicube Age-R Booster Pro X2
$299 Buy Now on amazonThe K-beauty brand’s larger X2 edition of its celebrity-loved Age-R Booster Pro — seen in the GRWM routines of Hailey Bieber and Kylie Jenner — turns up the dial on snatching, lifting, toning and brightening more areas of the visage. Adding to a suite of technologies, including electrical muscle stimulation for contouring, the new version boasts an upgraded Booster mode that uses “electroporation” to create microscopic channels that help serums and moisturizers penetrate “1,500 times deeper … all the way to the muscle,” while fine lines between the brows and around the eyes and lips get “filler”-like volume, thanks to stronger collagen-boosting microcurrents, notes Medicube creative director and celebrity makeup artist Sir John (Beyoncé, Zendaya). Other improvements include sheet mask modes and a smarter app-connected program that recognizes and addresses skin concerns.
Courtesy All About the essence Numbuzin No.9 NAD+ BIO Lifting-sil Essence
$33 Buy Now on ulta Buy Now on numbuzinAnother trusted Korean brand, Numbuzin promises the essence reduces 11 types of wrinkles — yes, really — in four weeks, by promoting cell turnover to reveal firmer, more youthful skin.
Luxe Lifting Omnilux Contour Neck & Décolleté
$395 Buy Now on omniluxTech neck and sun spots be gone with Omnilux’s best-selling neck and décolleté LED mask, which uses clinically-proven red and near-infrared light to stimulate collagen, brighten the skin and visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. (Kim Kardashian and star facialists Sarah Akram and Lord Gavin McLeod-Valentine use the brand’s beauty devices.)
Courtesy east meets tech ORA Method LED Gua Sha Tool
$269 Buy Now on ora methodNew York City holistic wellness and beauty studio ORA Method fuses traditional Chinese medicine with modern-day tech, a philosophy you’ll find packed in its handheld LED gua sha tool. The device is powered by red and infrared LED light therapy and vibration to deliver a calming lymphatic massage that reduces puffiness and prepares the skin for awards season makeup. Celebrity esthetician Cynthia Rivas used it on clients Sarah Pidgeon and Ayo Edebiri ahead of the Met Gala, while star makeup artist Jo Baker had it in her kit when working with Daisy Edgar-Jones and Kristen Wiig for the Oscars.
Courtesy smooth operator Purito Retinol Retinal 2000 NAD+ Serum
$25 Buy Now on Nordstrom Buy Now on ultaCombining a retinol, retinal and NAD, this Korean retinoid serum from Purito (Stranger Things actress Natalie Dyer is a new global ambassador) packs a powerful punch at a low price point. Shake the bottle to get the perfect blend; the product claims using not one or the other but both retinal and retinol makes for fast and effective antiaging. Like with any retinoid, it’s best to start small and build up tolerance. But don’t forget the sunscreen.
pore investment Shark Beauty FacialGlow Pro + Depuffi
$399.99 Buy Now on sharkninja Buy Now on amazonKnown to clients Lorde and Zendaya as the “acne whisperer,” star esthetician Sofie Pavitt endorses the FacialGlow Pro that sucks gunk out of pores for “pro-level purification” and exfoliation — just see the tool’s waste tank for proof. The all-in-one gizmo’s infusion treatment is clinically proven to deliver 128 percent more hydration (when coupled with Shark’s new line of skin care products formulated with K-beauty ingredients). The vacuum-turned-beauty brand’s home facial tool also includes hot and cold therapy attachments for prepping the skin for makeup and cooling down inflammation, both key steps for awards ceremonies (or at-home downtime).
Courtesy Eye Full SKIN1004 Centella Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream
$11.89 Buy Now on nordstrom Buy Now on ulta Buy Now on amazonA retinol eye cream alternative that clocks in at under $12? It doesn’t get much better than that. The eye cream is made with bakuchiol, which offers the benefits of a retinol with less irritation, and leaves the undereye feeling firm and plump. Can be used both day and night.
Courtesy miracle cream SkinBetter AlphaRet Overnight Cream
$145 Buy Now on SkinBetterFor a more powerful retinoid experience, Skin Better’s AlphaRet Overnight Cream mixes a retinoid and alpha hydroxy acid, or AHA. The company promises little to no irritation and unlike other retinol serums, it can be added to nightly skin care routines. Again, sunscreen is a must if incorporating this into the rotation.
Courtesy Botox in a Bottle SkinCeuticals P-Tiox Anti-Wrinkle Cream
$150 Buy on skinceuticals Buy on dermstoreDesigned to complement your beauty injections, this potent cream boasts a peptide-rich formula that delivers “neurotoxin-like effects” by targeting the skin’s surface and beneath to boost hydration, strengthen the skin barrier and minimize the appearance of deep wrinkles and pores. A medispa and celebrity facialist favorite, the L’Oréal-owned brand notes that clinical studies found that the product revealed smoother, brighter skin in four weeks and visibly bouncier skin in 12 weeks. (SkinCeuticals has been spotted on the beauty shelfies of Sienna Miller, Brooke Shields and new brand ambassador Ali Larter.)
Courtesy skin Hydrant S.NATURE Aqua Squalane Moisturizing Cream
$19.60 Buy Now on olive young us Buy Now on amazon Buy Now on targetOne of the most underrated moisturizers on the market, S.Nature’s squalane-packed cream is perfect for anyone needing to up their dose of hydration. The cream promises not only to be wrinkle-lifting but also to wear well under makeup, a rarity for a cream powerful enough for at-night wear.
Courtesy D-Lightful Solius Pro
$2,995 Buy Now on soliusHot off FDA clearance as a medical device for UVB light therapy, the Solius Pro is a SAD (seasonal affective disorder) lamp on steroids. For those without regular sunlight exposure, the foldable panel — bigger than a breadbox, smaller than your 4K TV — detects your skin tone and shines a precise dosage of vitamin D-stimulating rays to mimic natural sun, and the company notes that it takes just five minutes per week to reap the benefits of our closest star (sans the sunburn risk) and lower inflammation, support skin cell turnover, and calm eczema and psoriasis. Soaking up vitamin D comes with a host of other scientifically proven health and longevity benefits, such as balanced mood, better sleep and circulation and stronger bones.
Courtesy jar of youth Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Cream
$260 Buy Now on nordstrom Buy Now on sulwhasoo Buy Now on sephoraA gold standard in Korea, Sulwhasoo has become one of the most recognizable K-beauty brands sold in the U.S. — it counts Tilda Swinton and Blackpink’s Rosé among its global ambassadors. The decidedly pricey (but worth it) cream deploys its active ingredient ginseng to help smooth fine lines and bring a youthful glow back to the skin.
Courtesy taking the day off Tata Harper Nourishing Oil Cleanser
$78 Buy Now on nordstrom Buy Now on sephora Buy Now on tata harperDouble cleansing is a must for anyone putting on makeup or sunscreen (which you all should be doing) during the day. First-step cleansers can draw battle lines between pro-oil and anti-oil fans, but Tata Harper’s Nourishing Oil Cleanser could convert even the most dedicated oil-cleanser haters. It does a great job at melting away the day’s residue without leaving the skin feeling dry or with an added layer of soap film.
Courtesy squeaky clean Tatcha Rice Wash Skin-Softening Cleanser
$40 Buy Now on tatcha Buy Now on sephora Buy Now on ultaA true classic, the iconic rice water cleanser from Tatcha, a favorite of Meghan Markle, is an internet obsession that promotes hydration while getting the job done.
feel the vibe Therabody TheraFace Pro
$649.99 Buy Now on therabody Buy Now on nordstromThe Hollywood-loved massage gun brand’s futuristic (and clinically proven) home facial device stands out from the sea of red masks with triple the LEDs and vibration therapy for tension relief. Red, infrared and blue light help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, lighten dark spots, clear acne-causing bacteria, strengthen loose skin and bring overall radiance. Kendall Jenner and investor Karlie Kloss have starred in Therabody’s beauty campaigns; Hollywood glam squad pros Fiona Stiles and Allan Avendaño keep the company’s skin tools in their kits.
Courtesy No Knives out VT Reedle Shot
$26 Buy Now on UltaLooking for microneedling effects at home? The VT Reedle Shot blew up on social media over the last year as skin care devotees described the needle-like feeling the serum delivers. But there are plenty of benefits that outweigh the pain. The product is touted as “microneedling in a bottle” by the company, exfoliating the skin and helping attain that ever-elusive glass-skin look. The product comes in several different intensities; best to start at a lower intensity and build up.
This story appears in The Hollywood Reporter’s July 2026 issue “The New Face of Hollywood.” Click here to read more.
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