You know what they say: It hurts to be beautiful.
We're
not just talking about the time it takes to wash your face, keep it
moisturized and all that other good stuff. Nowadays the anti-aging
routines of celebs like Jessica Alba are a lot more elaborate.
Sure, there are injectables, LED-light facials and other expensive in-office treatments
that help the stars keep their faces perfectly plump and
wrinkle-free. But what you may not know is that there are some equally
comparable at-home devices that yield shockingly similar results. The
only rule of thumb is that you must use any and all of these tools
regularly for them to actually work.
If you want in (we know you do), keep reading for the weirdest, most high-tech beauty tools.
Light Therapy
According to celeb facialst Shani Darden,
LED-light therapy (which she has used on Jessica) is one of the most
impactful ways to guard against aging because it boosts collagen and
kills the bacteria that causes acne. An in-office LED treatment with a
facialist is pretty pricy (north of $100 per session), but thanks to
this mask, you can do the same thing from the comfort of your own home
for a fraction of the price. Neutrogena Light Therapy Acne Mask, $39.99
Radio Frequency
This youth-inducing gadget, recommended by Victoria Beckham's dermatologist Dr. Harold Lancer,
basically feels like a warm, relaxing facial massage. It's pretty high
tech, too. When you use it, it heats up and vibrates to deliver deep
energetic pulses into your dermis, which naturally triggers collagen
production (a.k.a. a tighter, firmer face for you after just one use). Newa Skin Care System, $450
Ultrasound
What's
the point of spending hundreds of dollars on skin care if it's just
going to sit on your face. That's the idea behind this newfangled
device. It emits 300,000 gentle ultrasound waves per second to help your
skin-care products penetrate deeper and work better. Arbonne Intelligence Genius Ultra, $280
Laser Hair Removal
You
know what laser hair removal is, but did you know that you can do it
easily at home? No, we don't mean you should tackle larger areas like
your legs. But say yes to smaller, more sensitive areas, like your
underarms or bikini area, that require touch-ups. It's just as effective
as a professional treatment, but portable and convenient. Win-win. Tria Hair Removal Laser Precision, $227
Eye Massager
True
story: This eye massaging device was inspired by traditional Asian
fingertip tapping eye massages meant to revive tired windows to the
soul. The tiny handheld has two speeds and, if used regularly, has been
proven to gently fade the signs of dark circles, crow's feet and
under-eye bags. It's not quite as fast-acting as Botox, but we'll take it! Foreo Iris Illuminating Eye Massager, $139
Microcurrent Technology
Think
of this gizmo like the gym, for your face. If used on the regular, it
actually tightens your face muscles, tones and contours while it's at
it. It sends tiny electric currents deep into your skin, basically
shocking you—so don't use it on dry skin. In other words, make sure you
generously apply a serum first for a pain-free experience. Nuface Trinity Facial Toning Device, $325
Microneedling
This
electronic tool is covered in itty-bitty needles that, when applied to
your face in a rolling action, stimulate the skin's natural healing
response. In turn, this reduces scarring and improves skin tone. Don't
worry, it's not going to make you bleed, but it will puncture your skin
in a very minimally invasive way. For best results, apply a serum before
and after use. You'll be red for a bit, but your skin will love you. GloPRO MicroStimulation Facial Tool, $199
Are these products borderline crazy or crazy genius?
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