Hot tip: You don’t need to a pricey spa treatment to reap the benefits of a great facial at home. The best face massagers bring the soothing, sculpting power of pro-level therapy right to your bathroom, and dermatologists co-sign them, too.
These tools can promote blood circulation and lymphatic drainage, according to Geeta Yadav, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of FACET Dermatology. “This helps skin look glowier and gives the face a more sculpted look,” she explains. “Depending on the tool used, however, face massagers can offer more benefits—for example, radiofrequency, LED, exfoliating, etc.”
We asked experts and Glamour’s team of product testers to try the most popular massagers out there—and gathered their honest feedback. Our top pick? Therabody’s Theraface Pro, which offers LED, red light, hot/cold therapy, and cleansing—in addition to massage—making it by far the most functional option on this list. But from sleek red light wands to gentle silicone cleansing brushes and Ayurvedic-inspired massage tools, face massagers run the gamut in price, design, and benefits.
The best facial massagers, at a glance
- Best Overall: Therabody TheraFace Pro Device, $420
- Best Microcurrent: NuFace Trinity+ Starter Kit, $395
- Best for Travel: Solawave 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand, $169
- Best for Deep Cleansing: Foreo Luna 4 Face Cleansing Brush, $197
- Best for Manual Massage: Ranavat Detoxifying Facial Massage Tool, $70
- Best for Massage + Red Light: Skin Gym LitLift EMS LED Facial Tool, $60
- Best Ice Roller: Kitsch Terracotta Ice Roller, $18
- Best for Cleansing + Massage: PMD Clean Mini Smart Facial Cleansing Device, $49
Best Overall: Therabody TheraFace PRO Device
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- Original photo from Daley Quinn testing Therabody TheraFace PRO Device
- Original photo from Daley Quinn testing Therabody TheraFace PRO Device
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Therabody TheraFace PRO Device
Amazon
Nordstrom
- Best for: Facial massage, microcurrent, LED therapy, face cleansing
- Material: Polycarbonate, silicone
This handy, rechargeable tool can just about do it all, which made it an easy choice for our top pick. “In addition to massaging the face to help relax facial muscles and relieve facial tension, the device can be used for treatment with red LED, blue LED, infrared LED, microcurrent, hot/cold therapy, or provide deep cleansing,” says Dr. Yadav. The interchangeable therapeutic treatment heads that enable its multifunctionality are exactly why Dr. Yadav recommends this wellness pick.
“I really love using all the attachments for different skin concerns, but the percussive attachments are probably my favorite,” says Glamour contributor Daley Quinn. “There are three different attachments for different ‘types’ of massage, including a cone, micro-point, and flat attachments. You can use the attachments on dry skin, or you can apply a slippery lotion or oil for some extra slip while you glide the device across your face.” Quinn says the device also offers three different intensity levels for the percussion attachments, so you can customize the massage based on how intense you’d like it that day (she prefers Level 3). “I definitely notice a difference in how toned and depuffed my face looks after I use this device, and I recommend it to anyone who would rather spend money on this multi-use product than spending money on separate tools,” says Quinn.
Best Microcurrent: NuFace TRINITY+ Starter Kit
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- Original photo from Brigitt Earley testing NuFace Trinity + Starter Kit
- Original photo from Brigitt Earley testing NuFace Trinity + Starter Kit
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NuFace Trinity + Starter Kit
Amazon
- Best for: Lifting and toning
- Material: ABS thermoplastic, zinc base, chrome plating
While it doesn’t involve the traditional kneading, rolling, or vibration that you’d find in other options, this pick delivers a high-tech “massage” through microcurrent stimulation. The gentle electrical pulses work beneath the skin’s surface to stimulate facial muscles, mimicking the effects of a hands-on experience by lifting, toning, and firming the skin over time.
Geeta Yadav, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of FACET Dermatology, loves this beauty tool because microcurrent is clinically proven to work. “While you’ll need to use it daily to see and maintain results, it can help smooth deeper lines, lift and sculpt the jawline (and offer skin tightening benefits to the jowls), and improve neck laxity,” she says.
“After doing half my face, I could see my brow looked more lifted and my cheek less puffy,” says Glamour contributor Deanna Pai.. “I have more definition along my cheekbones and jawline too. But what really impressed me is that after 10 or so days of consistent use, my nasolabial folds look less noticeable.”
Best for Travel: Solawave 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand
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- Original photo from Alanna Martine Kilkeary testing Solawave 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand
- Original photo from Alanna Martine Kilkeary testing Solawave 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand
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Solawave 4-in-1 Radiant Renewal Skincare Wand
Amazon
- Best for: Traveling and targeting smaller areas on the face
- Material: Aluminum
This little handheld (it’s just slightly longer than a razor) comes with its own travel case, making it easy to bring anywhere, unlike bigger devices on the market. Dr. Deanne Mraz, a board-certified dermatologist and the president and co-founder of Modern Dermatology, loves this wand because it’s a red light therapy tool that’s also paired with vibration and gentle massage. “This pick allows you to control where you spend time and focus your treatment,” she explains. “The head rotates to accommodate your facial anatomy and has a timer built-in to keep your treatment on the move, ensuring you don’t overtreat an area or miss one entirely.”
Glamour commerce writer, Alanna Martine Kilkeary says she’s been using the Solawave wand every week for a few months, and her skin has never looked more even-toned and smooth. “It gently vibrates as you pull it along your skin and gives off a warming sensation,” she says.“My skin almost immediately looks plumper and fresh, and my fine lines are way less noticeable than they ever were before.”
Best for Deep Cleansing: Foreo Luna 4 Face Cleansing Brush
Foreo Luna 4 Face Cleansing Brush
Amazon
- Best for: Deep cleansing on dry, sensitive skin types that are looking to address inflammation
- Material: Silicone
If you love getting deep into pores while cleansing your skin, consider trying this pick from Foreo. Dr. Mraz is a fan of this little device because it’s a great way to integrate facial massage into something you do daily—washing your face. “The silicone facial cleansing brush lifts away dirt, oil, and excess sebum and can enhance product penetration that is applied post-cleanse,” she explains. “There are three different variations for different skin types including balanced, sensitive, and combination skin.”
Glamour’s Kilkeary had high expectations for this product, and it fulfilled them. “I really liked how compact the design is; it’s quite ergonomic and fits really easily in your hand. This one was probably the most intensely massaging one of the bunch, and I kind of loved it—it made me feel like I was getting a facial massage while I was cleansing my makeup off,” she says.“The best part? It left my skin super clean without a trace of makeup behind, and I’ll definitely be relying on this one again for when I need a quick fix for removing heavy foundation.”
Best for Manual Massage: Ranavat Detoxifying Facial Massage Tool
Ranavat Detoxifying Facial Massage Tool
Sephora
- Best for: Manual massage, detoxifying
- Material: Copper, tin
This may not look like your typical face massager, but this type of tool has been used for centuries. “This Ayurvedic tool is made with Kansa, a blend of copper and tin that is used to help energize, balance, release tension, and detoxify the skin,” explains Dr. Yadav. “It may not be fancy, but it is effective—people have been using this type of wand for centuries to help smooth and soothe their skin.”
Best for Massage + Red Light: Skin Gym LitLift EMS LED Facial Tool
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- Original photo form Emily Tannenbaum testing Skin Gym LitLift EMS LED Facial Tool
- Original photo form Emily Tannenbaum testing Skin Gym LitLift EMS LED Facial Tool
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Skin Gym LitLift EMS LED Facial Tool
Ulta
- Best for: Massage and red light therapy, lifting, toning, sculpting, addressing aging and acne concerns
- Material: Red light, metal, plastic
Looking for both massage and healing red light? “This tool combines the benefits of vibrational massage, EMS (electrical muscle stimulation), therapeutic warmth, and LED light therapy to lift, sculpt, and target anti-aging and acne concerns,” says Dr. Mraz.
Glamour contributor Emily Tannenbaum says this option provided instant gratification in addition to long-term benefits. “Basically, you’re using the small tool to give yourself a high-tech lymphatic massage and healthy glow at the same time. After applying a moisturizing serum, I use upward motions to sculpt my neck, jaw, and cheekbones—and the results are pretty instantaneous,” she says.“The heat was definitely noticeable but not too strong and I comfortably used the tool for a full three minutes on each side of my face. While I definitely saw the promised glow, I was most impressed by the way it contoured my jaw. Not only will I be using this tool before any event, I will definitely be adding this guy to my mid-flight skincare routine to combat swelling on the plane.”
Best Ice Roller: Kitsch Terracotta Ice Roller
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- Original photo from Alanna Martine Kilkeary testing Kitsch Terracotta Ice Roller
- Original photo from Alanna Martine Kilkeary testing Kitsch Terracotta Ice Roller
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Kitsch Terracotta Ice Roller
Amazon
- Best for: Reducing inflammation
- Material: Recycled plastic, stainless steel
Studies show that cold therapy can help reduce inflammation, depuff, and increase blood flow in the skin, too. This ice roller from Kitsch simultaneously massages your face while delivering an Arctic blast, too. “This face roller is a great price point so you can try it without investing big bucks,” explains Dr. Mraz. “Use it to wake up your face, massage away puffiness, enhance a sheet mask (roll overtop) or to massage away facial tension or headaches.”
“I absolutely love breaking this ice roller out on mornings when I feel extra tired or if my skin looks puffy and irritated (from, er, maybe a few drinks the night before),” says Glamour’s Kilkeary. “It’s really easy to use and such a treat, and I can literally see my skin deflating while I massage it every time. After about 2-3 minutes of rolling, my skin looks calmer, less red and firmer and tighter. If you love the feeling of something ice cold on your skin to really wake you up, this skincare tool is one to not sleep on!”
Best for Cleansing + Massage: PMD Clean Mini Smart Facial Cleansing Device
PMD Clean Mini Smart Facial Cleansing Device
Amazon
- Best for: Cleansing and massage, sensitive skin
- Material: Silicone
Get a great massage while you cleanse with this fan-fave from PMD. The silicone-based bristles are gentle on the skin, and because they are non-porous, they won’t harbor bacteria and spread it around your face. The brush offers two cleansing modes and two massage modes, and is compact enough to travel with, too.
“I’ve always been intimidated by facial scrubbing tools—they just look so aggressive, and I worried that they might be too harsh on my already sensitive, acne-prone skin,” says Glamour’s Kilkeary.“This mini facial device proved me wrong: It’s super gentle to the touch, incredibly soft, and vibrates so lightly as you move it around your face.” Kilkeary used it with a cleanser on a full face of makeup and loved how well it removed everything. “It was easy to lather the silicone head as well to remove excess foaming or soap, and it left my complexion looking fresh, soft, and clear—with no redness in sight,” she says.“I mostly used the first setting since the others (which had multiple pulsations) were a little too strong for me. I would recommend making sure you use a thicker face wash with this, something with a gel-like texture that will grip onto the brush head more easily.”
Frequently asked questions
How should you choose a face massager?
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The most important factors to consider when selecting a face massager are your desired benefits and your budget. “A simple tool with no bells and whistles (like a rose quartz gua sha tool) can help stimulate circulation and promote lymphatic drainage while being very affordable, but if you want a tool that offers other benefits, like radiofrequency energy or microcurrent, you should be prepared to spend more money,” explains Dr. Yadav.
Face massagers also only work when you use them—on days you skip, you likely won’t see the benefits. “So, choose a face massager that you are likely to integrate into your skincare routine,” suggests Dr. Mraz. “For me, that would be habit-stacking facial massage with something I am already going to do, like cleansing my face.”
How should you use a face massager?
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Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions, but generally speaking, you should move a face massager across your skin using long, gliding motions, working from the center of your face outward. “This facilitates lymphatic drainage,” says Dr. Yadav.
On the other hand, some face massagers require you to use skincare products, like a serum or face oil, with them to glide the massage tool, while others are intended to be used while cleansing or alone, like an ice roller, according to Dr. Mraz.
Meet the experts
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- Geeta Yadav, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and founder of FACET Dermatology
- Dr. Deanne Mraz, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and the president and co-founder of Modern Dermatology
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