Alex Fergus review video on the Inia Glow red light therapy LED mask
This Inia Glow red light therapy LED mask review unpacks what the Inia Glow does well, where it cuts corners, and why it might be the right buy for some people — but not for me. After testing dozens of LED masks, I found Inia Glow surprising: excellent value and the right technical specs for anti-ageing and acne support, yet it brings an unexpected comfort issue that could be a deal breaker for many.
Quick Verdict
Scorewise, the Inia Glow sits high in my mid-tier — it earns strong marks for wavelengths, power and price. For around $115 with a discount, the device is hard to beat on paper. But the mask’s fit design places pressure on the nose bridge when worn tightly. That pressure has caused headaches for me and another tester. So: technically very capable, financially attractive, but potentially uncomfortable depending on your face shape.
What I Tested and Why It Matters
In this Inia Glow red light therapy LED mask review, I focused on the essentials: comfort and fit, ease of use, wavelengths, power and dose, LED count and coverage, plus price and manufacturer support. Those factors determine whether a mask will actually be used consistently and whether it will deliver measurable benefits for skin health, but also consider using a mask buyer’s guide and comparison tool.
Key specs at a glance
- Wavelengths: 630 nm red, ~607 nm (labelled amber), 850 nm near infrared, and a blue ~557–560 nm for acne mode
- LED arrangement: 68 quad-chip LEDs (272 LED chips)
- Session length: 10 minutes default (I recommend shortening to ~6 minutes at the measured power)
- Controls: Cordless magnetic controller, single-button operation, USB-C charging
- Price point: Retailing around $140, often available for ~$115 with discount
Design and Comfort: Soft Shell With a Structural Flaw
The Inia Glow is a soft-shell mask that conforms to the face and gives decent skin contact without causing sweat buildup. It has a wide mouth opening that makes it easy to talk, drink or work while using the mask — a practical touch many users appreciate. However, the strap placement sits relatively low on the back of the hea,d and the mask must be worn fairly snugly to avoid slipping. That snugness creates concentrated pressure on the nose bridge.
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My first sessions produced a strong chemical off-gassing smell that faded within a couple of uses, but a separate and persistent issue emerged: headaches triggered by pressure at the nose bridge. This did not resolve with time. A looser strap prevented the mask from slipping but increased the sense of instability. On me and on my spouse, the nose pressure was noticeable and led to discomfort during and after sessions.
How important is Fit?
Fit is everything for a face mask. Poor fit means light leaks, uneven dosing and, in some cases, physical discomfort. While the Inia Glow gives a decent fit for many regions — forehead, cheeks and under-eye — the nose cutout and strap geometry are the weak link here. If you have a broad nose bridge or simply prefer a looser fit, this could be a problem.
Controls and Ease Of Use
The operation is simple. A small magnetic controller attaches to the mask and a single button cycles through modes. You can switch modes that include or exclude blue or near-infrared channels, but the manual’s colour-code descriptions were moderately confusing. In practice, most users will stick to the default red + NIR anti-ageing mode or the acne mode (blue + NIR).
The mask is cordless, USB-C rechargeable, and comes with two controllers so you have a spare. For operation, I'm scoring the mask very highly — it is intuitive, portable and fuss-free.
Wavelengths and Therapeutic Power
One of the most important things in this Inia Glow red light therapy LED mask review is that the mask actually uses the right wavelengths. The main anti-ageing channel pairs ~630 nm red with 850 nm near infrared — a proven duet for collagen stimulation, circulation and mitochondrial support. There is also an acne mode that mixes ~557–560 nm blue with 850 nm NIR, which is the right approach for bacteria-focused acne treatments.
The mask also offers a so-called amber channel, but spectrometer measurements show this peak at ~607–610 nm. That sits in between conventional amber (around 590 nm) and short red (around 630 nm). There is limited research specifically on 607 nm, so I score the amber claim conservatively.
Power and Dose — What The Numbers Say
I measured peak irradiance over LED locations at roughly 30 mW/cm². Because session length is 10 minutes by default, the cumulative energy (joules per cm²) comes out to around 18 J/cm². That sits slightly above my target window for optimal anti-ageing dosing. Practically, you can shorten sessions to about 6 minutes and still hit very effective therapeutic levels while reducing exposure time.
Important caveat: these power readings are local to the LEDs. A mask with fewer LEDs will create wide gaps of low intensity between emitters. Inia Glow’s LEDs are fairly spread out, so irradiance in the spaces between LEDs drops dramatically. More LEDs with tighter spacing typically yield more consistent dosing across the face.
LED Count and Coverage
The mask contains 68 quad-chip LEDs — 272 chips in total. That’s respectable but not class-leading. What matters more is how those LEDs are distributed.
Zone coverage is mixed. The forehead, cheeks and temples receive solid exposure. Under-eye coverage is surprisingly good because the mask sits a bit higher around the cheeks — a plus for people targeting fine lines in that area. However, the mask leaves a broad opening around the lips and has sparse LEDs around the jaw and chin. If you want intense lip rejuvenation or jawline targeting, this is not ideal.
My zone coverage scoring reflects that compromise: good upper-face coverage but less on lower-face and sides.
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Price, Warranty and Peace of Mind
One of Inia Glow’s biggest strengths in this review is price. At roughly $140 retail, and often available around $115 with a discount, it undercuts many masks with similar wavelength combinations. For shoppers on a tight budget, the value proposition is very compelling.
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Warranty and returns are reasonable: a 1-year standard warranty with the potential to extend to 2 years by registering the product, and a 90-day returns window. The company is relatively new, which costs a few points on trust compared to established brands, but for the price, the protections are sensible.
Pros and Cons — The Short List
- Pros
- Right wavelengths for anti-ageing: 630 nm red + 850 nm NIR
- Acne mode with blue + NIR
- Good peak irradiance; effective therapeutic dose in shorter sessions
- Comfortable soft-shell material for many users
- Cordless operation, magnetic controller, USB-C charging
- Great price point for the feature set
- Cons
- Design places pressure on the nose bridge when tightened
- Initial off-gassing smell reported; improves after a session or two
- LED spacing creates dead zones with low intensity between emitters
- Limited lower-face and lip coverage
- The company is young; less long-term track record
Who Should Buy The Inia Glow?
This mask is a strong choice for someone who wants clinical wavelengths, decent power and a low price. It fits users who plan to focus on forehead, under-eye and cheek rejuvenation, and who will accept some compromises around chin, lips and jawline coverage.
Avoid this model if you have a sensitive nose bridge, experience tight-fitting masks as uncomfortable, or require thorough jawline or lip treatment. If you have a large or prominent nose, try to test the fit or consider a mask with a different nose cut-out design first.
How it Compares to Alternatives
Two masks I often compare as alternatives are the Nanoleaf mask and the Huga mask. Nanoleaf sits at a higher price point — typically around double the Inia Glow — and delivers better fit, higher LED count and more consistent dosing. Huga is closer to the Inia Glow in price but lacks some LEDs; however, it did not produce pressure-related discomfort in my testing.
If budget allows, Nanoleaf is my top pick. If you are capped at roughly $150, Huga is a solid middle ground. If you cannot stretch beyond ~$115 and you accept potential fit issues, the Inia Glow is an economical way to get the right wavelengths and decent power.
Final Thoughts and Recommendations
This Inia Glow red light therapy LED mask review comes down to a balance: it checks many technical boxes that matter for skin therapy — correct red and near-infrared wavelengths, an acne-capable blue channel, useful power and a sensible session length — and it does that at an attractive price. The problem is not performance but ergonomics. The nose bridge pressure and initial off-gassing smell are enough to prevent me from recommending this as my everyday device.
If you are price sensitive and willing to test the fit, the Inia Glow could be a very good purchase. If you have a sensitive nose or prioritise perfect comfort, look at higher-tier masks like Nanoleaf or the Huga option in the $150 range.
Key takeaways for quick decision-making:
- Right wavelengths and sufficient power make this mask therapeutically valid.
- Wide mouth opening and cordless design make it convenient to use during activities.
- Potential nose bridge pressure means this may not work for everyone.
- Excellent budget value if you can tolerate the fit and initial smell.
“Technically very capable, financially attractive, but make sure it fits your face before committing.”
If you already own this mask, I would love to hear whether you experienced the nose pressure issue or found it comfortable. For anyone shopping, cross-check coverage maps, LED spacing and the nose cut-out before buying so you pick a mask that matches your facial features and treatment goals.
This concludes the Inia Glow red light therapy LED mask review. If you want a one-page checklist to compare LED masks and a searchable database of reviewed devices, consider using a mask buyer’s guide and comparison tool to match features, power and coverage with your priorities.
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Alex's Bio
Alex Fergus wrote this blog post. Alex is an ISSN Sports Nutrition Specialist, Fitness Professional, and certified Superhuman Coach who continues to expand his knowledge base and help people worldwide with their health and wellness. Alex is recognized as the National Record Holder in Powerlifting and Indoor Rowing and has earned the title of the Australian National Natural Bodybuilding Champion. Having worked as a health coach and personal trainer for over a decade, Alex now researches all things health and wellness and shares his findings on this blog.
