Lustre

Lustre is a British LED light therapy brand that grew out of a spin-out from the University of St Andrews and Ninewells Hospital. The technology was originally developed to treat non-melanoma skin cancer, and the brand has since brought that same hospital-grade science into a range of wireless masks and devices for home use. The idea is simple: give people clinic-level results for acne, dullness and ageing skin, without needing to leave the house.

The Renew Pro LED Face Mask is a firm favourite, using Blue, Red and Near Infrared light in a flexible silicone mask that targets breakouts and fine lines in just 10 minutes. For a gentler, more targeted approach, the Revive Anti-Ageing LED Light Therapy Face Mask uses a dual light system of pure Blue and Red light to clear skin, reduce redness and encourage a brighter, more even complexion. The GoGlow LED Advanced Under Eye Patches are another bestseller, delivering Red and Blue light therapy in just 3 minutes to help brighten and de-puff the delicate eye area.

Each colour of light targets something different. Blue light works by triggering a reaction with acne-causing bacteria, helping to prevent breakouts before they surface. Red light stimulates collagen and elastin production, supporting smoother, firmer-looking skin, while Near Infrared light reaches deeper into the skin to encourage cell renewal and rejuvenation.

Yes, several Lustre devices are designed specifically with acne in mind. The Solo LED Light Therapy Acne Pod is a compact, hands-free device using pure Blue light to target acne-causing bacteria at the source, helping to reduce oil production and prevent future breakouts. It's designed for mild to moderate acne, with each session taking around 20 minutes, and visible improvements can start to show in as little as two weeks with daily use. The Renew Pro and Revive masks also combine Blue light with other wavelengths, so you can treat acne and other concerns like fine lines in the same session.

This varies depending on the product and what you're treating, but most Lustre devices are designed for regular, short sessions rather than one-off use. The Renew Pro Mask only needs 10 minutes a day, while the GoGlow Patches take just 3 minutes per session, so it's easy to build into a daily routine.

Yes, Lustre's devices use the same clinically proven light wavelengths trusted by dermatologists, adapted for safe home use. The technology has no known side effects, though it's always worth following the specific instructions for each device, particularly around eye protection where relevant.