Head to head
Shark CryoGlow vs Therabody TheraFace Mask Glo
Two rigid masks that combine red, near-infrared and blue light, from brands better known for other devices.
By Richard P · Records last researched 1 Nov 2026. Built from each maker's published information. Luma Index hasn't tested either mask, and this isn't a ranking.
Shark
CryoGlow
£254.99 at Boots, checked 1 Nov 2026
630 / 830 / 415 nm · 4–8 minutes · 24-month warranty
Therabody
TheraFace Mask Glo
£299 at Therabody (UK), checked 1 Nov 2026
633 / 830 / 415 nm · 12 minutes · 24-month warranty
Key differences
- At our last checks, the Shark CryoGlow was £44.01 cheaper (£254.99 vs £299). Prices change; check the dates below.
- Sessions: 4–8 minutes for the Shark CryoGlow, 12 minutes for the Therabody TheraFace Mask Glo.
- Only the Shark CryoGlow publishes a light-output figure.
- Published studies of the exact mask: 0 for the Shark CryoGlow, 1 for the Therabody TheraFace Mask Glo.
- Key facts published: 11 of 12 for the Shark CryoGlow, 10 of 12 for the Therabody TheraFace Mask Glo. This measures disclosure, not quality.
What they have in common
- Both include red, near-infrared and blue light.
- Both list 830 nm and 415 nm.
- Both are rigid masks.
- Both come with a 24-month warranty.
What isn't published
Shark CryoGlow
- Published study of this device
Therabody TheraFace Mask Glo
- Light output (irradiance)
- How output was measured
Side by side
| Detail | Shark CryoGlow | Therabody TheraFace Mask Glo |
|---|---|---|
| Price and retailers | ||
| Lowest checked UK price | £254.99 at Boots, checked 1 Nov 2026 | £299 at Therabody (UK), checked 1 Nov 2026 |
| Retailers recorded | Shark (UK), John Lewis, Amazon UK, Boots | Therabody (UK), Space NK, Boots, John Lewis |
| Light | ||
| Wavelengths | 630 / 830 / 415 nm | 633 / 830 / 415 nm |
| LED count | 480 | 504 |
| Light output (mW/cm²) | 128 | Not published Not disclosed |
| How output was measured | Total per mode. Better Ageing: red 64 ±5 + IR 64 ±5. Blemish Repair/Skin Clearing step 1: blue 64 ±8 + IR 64 ±5; step 2: blue 55 ±6 + red 73 (±5 in EU manual); step 3: red 73 + IR 55 ±5. Skin Sustain: blue 59.8 ±7 + red 17.0 ±5 + IR 51.2 ±5. | Not published |
| Dose per session (J/cm²) | Not published Not yet checked | Not published Not yet checked |
| Treatment | ||
| Session length | 4–8 minutes | 12 minutes |
| How often | Once daily for at least 8 weeks (Better Ageing or Blemish Repair), then Skin Sustain once daily to maintain | Once a day, 6 days per week |
| Modes | 3 LED routines (Better Ageing: red + IR; Blemish Repair: 3-phase blue + IR, then red; Skin Sustain: blue/red + IR) plus Under-Eye Revive cooling-only routine; 3 chill levels; pause/resume | Automatic 12-min cycle (red → red + IR → blue) or a single light type via the LED button; vibration on/off with 3 modes (Relax, Refresh, Relieve); vibration-only mode |
| Design | ||
| Form | Rigid shell | Rigid shell |
| Power | Rechargeable via USB-C cable (included) | Built-in rechargeable battery, USB-C; cordless in use. Brand says use a USB-C adapter of at least 20 W (adapter not included) |
| Weight | 740 g Conflicting information | 514 g |
| Eye protection | Built-in silicone eye shields | Built-in silicone eye shield (manual: 'pre-installed eyeshield (assembled)'; UK page: 'removable protective eye shield') |
| App required | No | No |
| Subscription | No | No |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty | 24 months | 24 months |
| Returns | Free 30-day returns on main units (brand-site purchases) | 30 days from receipt (must be received by Therabody within 30 days), 'like new' with all packaging and accessories. Therabody pays standard return shipping. Refund to original payment method in 10–15 business days after delivery. Retailer purchases go back to the retailer. Faulty items handled under warranty. |
| In the box | LED mask with adjustable straps, LED protective cover, Clip-on chill pads, Silicone eye shields, Remote control with LCD screen, USB-C charging cable, User guide | TheraFace Mask Glo, Removable protective eye shield, USB-C charging cable Conflicting information |
| Evidence and safety | ||
| Published studies of this mask | 0 | 1 |
| US FDA 510(k) | K242796 Independently verified | K230293 Conflicting information |
| Who shouldn’t use it | 10 warnings listed | 12 warnings listed |
| Points where sources disagree | 4 | 4 |
| Key facts published | 11 of 12 | 10 of 12 |
Values are as stated by each maker unless labelled. Light-output figures are the makers' claims; few say how they were measured. What these numbers mean
What reviewers say
Shark CryoGlow
25 magazine and newspaper reviews recorded, 24 of them hands-on tests.
- Who What Wear UK: Best for red and blue LED light
- Glamour UK (roundup): Best LED face mask with cold therapy
- Women's Health UK: Best guided LED mask
- The Independent (IndyBest): Best LED face mask for anti-ageing
Therabody TheraFace Mask Glo
7 magazine and newspaper reviews recorded, 7 of them hands-on tests.
- The Guardian (The Filter): Best LED mask for full facial coverage
- Glamour UK (roundup): Most innovative LED face mask
- British Vogue: Best for dark spots and crow's feet
- Women's Health UK: Best LED mask with scalp massage
Award labels are the publications' own. We summarise coverage; we don't score it.
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