The 23 Best Beauty Tools For Skin & Hair, According To Insiders

5 June 2026 at 14:21

There are many days when all the creams, serums, masks, and conditioners in the world won’t help your skin and hair look its best. Yes, it’s frustrating, but that’s when your arsenal of beauty tools comes in to save the day. Whether your second-day hair needs a touch-up, or you’re battling a bit of residual puffiness from last night’s ramen and beer dinner, the right roller, hot iron, or LED device can make all the difference. Plus, investing in a quality tool means you can reuse it over and over again—no more desperately scooping the last of that cream out of the jar or throwing away a single-use sheet mask. If you’re in the market for your newest skin- or hair-care tool, allow our 18 favorites to help guide you.

The Best Beauty Tools For Hair & Skin:

LYMA Laser Pro

"The device is truly non-invasive and painless, it covers larger areas efficiently (huge win for neck and chest) and is backed by solid science on low-level laser therapy. Plus, there’s no risk of irritation, even on sensitive skin. If you're serious about addressing neck aging without needles, fillers, or downtime, the LYMA Laser Pro delivers." - Tanya Akim, Beauty Contributor

$5,995 at Revolve

CurrentBody LED Red Light Therapy Mask

"I've been trying to stick to a consistent LED mask routine, and this one from Currentbody is my go-to. It's soft and pliable and molds perfectly to my face, and is also easy to fit into my suitcase while traveling. My skin looks brighter and firmer afterwards, too (plus, it's backed up by a boatload of scientific studies)." - Faith Xue, Editor-in-Chief

$469.99 at CurrentBody

LESSE Sculpting Tool

"My pick is a little more analogue: the Lesse Stainless Steel Gua Sha. I love the cooling feel of this tool and truly feel like a stringent gua sha routine with this is not only effective, but enjoyable too. Plus it won't break if it happens to fall off your countertop!" - Ella O'Keeffe, Senior Fashion Editor

$45 at LESSE

SRILABS CurlQ Long Barrel Curling Iron

"I’ve found myself reaching for this more often than my Dyson lately. It’s incredibly easy to use, heats up quickly, and gives my hair an instant refresh in just a few minutes, which is usually all the time I allot myself for styling." - Natasha Sheridan, Social Creative Lead

~~$199.99~~ $119.99 at SRILABS

Shark Depuffi

"I love my Shark DePuffi, especially for when I'm traveling. It's a tool that instantly makes me look and feel more refreshed after a long flight, an early call time, or a night with less sleep than I'd like to admit. The cooling setting is my favorite for waking up tired under-eyes and reducing puffiness, while the heat setting feels incredible for relieving tension after a long day." - Kala Herh, Social Strategy Lead

$199.99 at Shark

Medicube Booster Pro

"While I was partially influenced by the it girls on Instagram posting reels of themselves using this plus Medicube's PDRN Pink Peptide Serum, I also genuinely believed that this would work well on my skin. I was right! My products are absorbing more efficiently and, in turn, my skin is softer, more hydrated, and more glowy." - Bianca Asare, Associate Editor

$220 at Ulta

Skin Gym Facial Cupping Set

"Do I look crazy when I use facial cups in the morning? Absolutely yes. But I swear, they are the absolute best at getting your blood moving, bringing oxygen to the skin, and minimizing puffiness. I just apply a nourishing facial oil, then glide the cups in an upward and outward motion along my jaw, cheekbones, and forehead, then use the smaller cups to circle my eyes. Bye-bye, sallow skin." - Hannah Baxter, former Senior Beauty Editor

$28 at Skin Gym

T3 Smooth ID Flat Iron

"My hair is an interesting combination—it’s wavy, color-treated, thick, and fine, which means I never really know how much heat is safe to use when styling it. I’m always afraid of causing undue damage, which is why I love this T3 iron, which uses advanced technology to determine which of the nine heat settings is right for your hair based on length, texture, and color. It also has a flat, smart-touch interface, which is très fancy, and it’s super lightweight, so my arm doesn’t get tired while I attempt to create the perfect S-wave." - Hannah Baxter

$299.99 at Ulta

Odacité Crystal Contour Gua Sha Rose Quartz

"If you’re constantly battling puffiness, like me, then a gua sha stone is a must for your beauty tool kit. I use it in the same direction as I do the facial cups to get the lymph fluid moving, and then I take the smaller side and use it under my ear and jaw to drain that lymph node down my neck. With regular use, your face will look more lifted, sculpted, and positively radiant." - Hannah Baxter

$45 at The Detox Market

PureLift Face

"God bless this wonderful little—but very mighty—tool. I learned about it from my facialist at Face Gym in Noho and think it’s one of the best purchases I’ve made in the last year. I use it two to three times a week and see a noticeable difference in face definition, reduction of puffiness, and overall tightening." - Jessica Teves, former Head of Brand

$499 at PureLift Lab

Georgia Louise Cryo Freeze Tools

"Whenever I’m feeling extra puffy, I turn to these very reliable cryo face tools from Georgia Louise—they help with inflammation and also, if I’m being really honest, days when I’m also experiencing really bad allergies!" - Jessica Teves

$130 at Georgia Louise

ZIIP HALO Microcurrent Facial Device

"This is my ride-or-die. No other tool in my arsenal gives me as dramatic results as the ZIIP does. If you haven’t yet delved into the world of at-home microcurrent, you are missing out. The ZIIP is especially fantastic because they have an app with pre-programmed tutorials to follow along with, so even the most novice beauty lover can partake in the microcurrent club." - former Head of Creative & Production, Abby Miller

$399.99 at ZIIP Beauty

Dr. Dennis Gross Pro Facial Steamer

"There is no beauty tool more luxurious or relaxing than this facial steamer. I actually look forward to nights where I clear my schedule and just plant myself in front of my steamer and pretend I am in a spa." - Abby Miller

$159 at Sephora

Sarah Chapman The Facialift Sculpting Facial Massager

"This crazy little device is meant to mimic the knuckle massage that facialists do when you get a professional facial. It's a great way to instantly de-bloat when your face is feeling extra puffy." - Abby Miller

$54 at Sarah Chapman

Aceology The Original Blue Ice Globe Facial Massager

"I toss these bad boys in the refrigerator (or freezer if I’m feeling really crazy) and add a few droplets of Supernal Cosmic Glow Oil to get the balls rolling, no pun intended. It’s sort of shocking seeing the magic of a good 15–30-minute lymphatic massage. These have been serious game changers for me." - former Associate Creative Producer, Halle Lagatta

Buy for $54

Dr. Dennis Gross DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro

"This mask has become the cherry on top of my Sunday Spa Routine. I like to use the blended setting and rest my eyes for a minute while the mask does all the work!" Halle Lagatta

$455 at Sephora

Jillian Dempsey Gold Sculpting Bar

"When I’m feeling extra puffy or in need of some wrinkle preventative treatment, I grab this bar and smooth my problems away! If only every skin-care concern could be erased away with gold..." - Halle Lagatta

$195 at Dermstore

Ranavat Botanics Kansa Wand

"A Kansa wand is for sure one of my desert-island beauty staples. It is an Ayurvedic metal alloy tool that not only assists the skin in lymphatic drainage, but also balances the skin’s pH (an ideal two-in-one combination, if you ask me). I use this every morning and night, and throughout the day when I tend to experience tension headaches or the effects of my TMJ. It’s a simple tool that feels heavenly as it traces its way along my face." - former Beauty Writer, Isabella Sarlija

$86 at Niche Beauty

Wilding Aura Stone

"Repeat after me: Lymph nodes exist throughout the body, not just the face! Just as we massage our faces to support its lymphatic drainage system, we must not neglect the lymph nodes on our bodies. I use this body gua sha stone to help keep the skin on my arms and legs firm and plump. I love that it’s huge in comparison to other gua sha stones, as it makes scraping the skin on my stomach, legs, and back a breeze. This stone also helps to relieve my sore muscles the day after a long run." - Isabella Sarlija

$79 at Wilding

Stacked Skincare High Frequency Acne Device

"I’ve suffered from acne for most of my adolescent and adult life, during which time I was a serial picker. As we all know, popping pimples can unleash undue damage to the skin and cause some long-lasting acne scars that are a pain to champion. I have my acne at bay these days, but I love to reach for this device whenever I feel a hormonal bump coming to the surface. This device uses a small electrical current to *literally* zap acne into oblivion. The electricity oxygenates the skin, which eliminates acne-causing bacteria and reduces inflammation." - Isabella Sarlija

$130 at Stacked Skincare

Act+Acre Microfiber Hair Towel

"To be honest, most days I am too lazy to pull out my blow-dryer, so I have been leaning into air-drying. With long, thick hair, it can take hours for my hair to dry naturally. This towel from Act+Acre has been a game changer to my hair routine. My hair air dries much faster, and the microfiber towel eliminates damage and breakage—a win-win for the lazy-girl hair routine." - former Senior Marketing Manager, Kelsey Dobbs

Buy for $20

Goop G.Tox Ultimate Dry Brush

"I have been in a casual relationship with dry brushing for several years now, and have vowed to take it more seriously. Before I hop in the shower, I use this to dry-brush my body (always brushing towards the direction of my heart) for increased circulation, lymphatic drainage, and exfoliation. This brush is easy to use and gentler than some of the others I have tried." - Kelsey Dobbs

$25 at The Detox Market

Esarora Ice Roller for Face & Eye

"This facial roller is one of my all-time favorite beauty tools. I run this tool over my face on mornings when I am feeling extra puffy or have enjoyed one too many margaritas—it feels like an at-home spa treatment for under $25!" - Kelsey Dobbs

$18.99 at Amazon

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