We love a powerful, active skincare routine, however when it comes to really supercharging your at-home results, skin tech devices are the holy grail of beauty accessories. Thanks to innovative and smaller technology that helps make our everyday life easier with things like smartphones and home devices, it has also created an impact in the skin and beauty game. These are tools that were once only available as treatments at our favourite facialists or dermatologists that we can now take advantage of in our own homes – which can easily fit in to a spare 10 minutes or added to a lavish self-care evening.
Here at Nicola Quinn, we love to stay ahead of the curve when it comes to the very latest in skin technology, which is why we only work with (and stock) the best of the best, and below are some of our favourite tools. The term “beauty-tech” can often evoke visions of complicated electronic devices that need to be plugged in and have complex settings, however these will be easier to use than your vacuum cleaner – not to mention more relaxing. Plus, once you see the glowing skin results, you’ll be addicted!
DP Dermaceuticals LED Mask
You might recognise LED masks if you follow celebrities like Victoria Beckham, Gal Gadot or Kate Hudson on Instagram, who have shared their skin rejuvenation sessions on social media. LED stands for “light emitting diode”, and is a non-UV, safe, healing light which works to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, inflammation and redness, sun damage and acne. The technology was originally created by NASA to fast track healing, and was also found to stimulate collagen and elastin production in the skin – and this mask is top of the range when it comes to doing just that. You won’t feel any heat or discomfort (in fact, it’s incredibly relaxing), and you don’t have to worry about it harming your skin with overuse. The results are cumulative, so the more you use it the better, but 10 to 20 minutes a few times a week is a great start.
The mask itself is smooth, flexible silicone, so will easily mould to sit comfortably on your face, and the best part is it’s portable (with a USB plug to charge it up when needed). You can take it around the house, and even on holiday! Simply cleanse your face, put on the masks with the easy-to-use straps and sit back and relax. It’s also super easy to wipe clean after each use, and you’ll be on your way to more youthful, refreshed and rejuvenated skin after just a few sessions.
O-Rejuv
You may have heard of Gua Sha, a traditional form of Chinese facial massage using a stone tool to stroke the skin and improve circulation, reduce puffiness and inflammation. This new device from O Cosmedics goes a step further, combining thermal massage, low-level EMS (electronic muscle stimulation) technology and two LED wavelength therapies. So what does this actually mean? With four modes, you can boost new collagen and elastin formation, clear and purify inflamed or acne-prone skin, lift, firm and plump the skin – all with one fabulous little device.
Like a gym session for your skin, the compact O-Rejuv is the ultimate tool for anti-ageing, de-puffing and detoxifying, working to oxygenate for healthier blood flow and nutrient delivery, and ultimately giving you a glowing and more youthful complexion. It’s also easy to use and small enough to fit in your bathroom cupboard or cosmetics case.
O Sonic Cleaning Brush
This revolutionary approach to cleansing uses sonic pulsations and silicone fibre points, and is 35% more hygienic than any other cleansing brush on the market. Each use delivers a gentle yet deep cleanse, using up to 8000 pulsations per minute to remove dead skin cells and stimulate blood supply. This not only boosts skin softness and radiance, but works to unclog pores and remove makeup residue much more effectively than your normal cleanse. Adding this simple tool to your routine is also a fast and easy way to eliminate excess sebum and oil, which can contribute to acne breakouts.
Simply spread your favourite O Cosmedics cleanser onto your skin with a bit of water, turn on your O-Sonic and adjust the speed with the easy “+” and “-“ buttons, massaging the face as you cleanse. With three speeds, the brush is suitable even for the most sensitive skins, and you can also use the smooth side on a low frequency to lessen the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. A more youthful look in just two minutes per day? Yes please!
