Solawave reviews and discussion

3.9

78% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Compact, travel-friendly devices
  • Soothing warmth and vibration
  • Perceived firmer, glowing skin
  • Thoughtful timer and travel case
  • Small treatment area head
  • Inconsistent auto-on sensor
  • Weak heat and microcurrents
  • Time-consuming daily routine

Solawave earns mixed-to-positive reviews: the devices feel luxurious, portable, and relaxing, and several reviewers report firmer, glowier skin and reduced puffiness with consistent use, but others see minimal or no results and question the wand’s small treatment area. Reviews of Solawave praise easy travel, soothing warmth and vibration, and targeted treatments, while noting time-consuming routines, weak sensations, inconsistent auto-on function, and efficacy that depends on diligent, ongoing use.

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28 reviews and posts

  • I am a huge red light therapy fan! I have a face mask but it can be a bit bulky when traveling and time consuming. The 4-in-1 skincare wand is a 3 minute treatment which can be done from the comfort of your couch or on the go. The 4-in-1 features include red light therapy, galvanic current, therapeutic warmth, and facial massage. All of which work together to reduce the appearance of fine lines, dark circles, and puffiness. The wand is rechargeable and comes with a travel case. I am eager to incorporate this wand into my routine and for the results I will see with continued use!

    Verified purchase

  • After being "influenced" by red light therapy all over my IG feed, I wanted an entry point that wasn't a bulky, full-face mask. The Solawave Wand is the perfect solution for a quick, low effort session. It’s incredibly compact, comes with a handy travel case, and has become a staple in my routine over the last two months. What I love: ~ Targeted Treatment: It’s ideal for focusing on specific areas like under-eyes or fine lines rather than committing to a full-face device. ~ Built-in Timer: It has a 12-minute preset that alerts you every three minutes, making it easy to track the four "quadrants" of your face. ~ Low Maintenance: It is incredibly easy to care for after use. I wipe the head with a soft cloth most days and use an alcohol wipe once a week. The rose gold finish has held up with use. ~ Visible Results: After two months of consistent use, I actually see a difference in my skin. My chin area has fewer red patches and a much more even skin appearance. A few tips for new users: ~ Serum Choice: You don't need the branded serum! I’ve tested several options, and as long as they aren't oil-based, the wand performs perfectly. I’ve had the best results using the Cocokind Electrolyte Water Cream and La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer. ~ Charging: There isn’t a low-battery indicator, so I stay ahead of it by charging mine every five days to ensure it doesn't die mid-session. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a low effort, portable way to try red light therapy! I just plug in an audiobook and glide away!

    Verified purchase

  • I already had a face mask but was looking for something by that would cover my neck and chest too. I was really intrigued by the research on the website regarding the different light and wavelengths and research behind their product and got their new neck redlight mask. I would absolutely buy again, especially as a gift for someone. I feel like I can instantly tell a glowiness after every session and it immediately knocks out redness

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  • Sou criadora de conteúdo UGC e fiquei muito satisfeita com a experiência usando a Varinha Avançada de Cuidados com a Pele com Terapia de Luz Vermelha. O produto tem ótima qualidade, é fácil de usar e realmente transmite uma sensação de cuidado profissional em casa. A luz vermelha traz um momento de autocuidado que faz diferença na rotina, além de deixar a pele com aparência mais viçosa e saudável ao longo do uso. A embalagem é bem pensada e o produto chegou exatamente como esperado. Como UGC, valorizo marcas que entregam qualidade e boa experiência, e essa com certeza atendeu minhas expectativas. Recomendo tanto para uso pessoal quanto para quem busca um presente diferenciado.

  • I was definitely sucked into the marketing for Solawave and had high hopes, but unfortunately it didn’t live up to the hype. The red light area is so small that I can’t imagine it being effective in any meaningful way. It feels more like a gimmick than a serious skincare tool. I really wanted to love it, but I just don’t see the value.

  • I've used the wand for a few years and admittedly the only reason I can't give this five stars is because I'm not consistent enough in my usage. However! My mom got me the redlight mask as well as their sheet masks and my oh my! I love their sheet masks!!!!! I have really combination skin because it both REALLY dry and REALLY oily. I found the masks to give me an even plump juiciness across my whole face when I'm done using them (usually put the mask on for like 10 minutes and then put the redlight mask on for a cycle after). It seems to temper the parts of my face that are dry and oily well. I used to use the serum, which also was great for my combination skin.

  • Solawave is my skincare superhero! After researching red light therapy for ages and reading different reviews for different brands, I finally landed on purchasing the Solawave RLT face mask. It’s super easy to use, charges quickly, and gives me an instant glow the day after I use it. I’m so happy I snagged this & so is my skin!

    Verified purchase

  • I use the wand in my car while driving, good time management 😉 right? You can literally carry it anywhere with you! It only takes maybe 2-3 times before you notice results in your appearance on your face! I could tell the first time. I also got their blue tansy serum and its ok I like the aloe in it seems to go well with the wand itself. I use it also for other things like my derma pen while doing the treatment on my face the aloe and hyaluronic acid! I get about 2-3 uses out of one charge maybe 20 mins at a time for each one! The only downside is you have to keep using it to keep seeing your results it's not a fix all with this wand but its still worth it in my opinion!

  • I wanted a portable, easy toe-hold into the red-light therapy market so I decided to try this. Let's be realistic, I am never going to sit around wearing the full mask, but I thought I might gently massage my face with this while I watched shows or movies. It is easy to use and I was able to use it mindlessly while doing other things. That being said, it's supposed to automatically come on when pressed against skin and it only worked about 60% of the time. Then while the warmth and quiet buzzing was somewhat soothing as I stroked it across my skin I saw zero changes after months of somewhat regular use. There is a lot of word-of-mouth among skincare influencers that red light therapy is a genuine, advancement in dermatological science. That may be so, but this little wand is not the way the access any skin improvements.

  • I have tried the wand with the red light for a couple of weeks now and my face does look clearer.

  • When this brand first came out I was super intrigued. I ended up working with them on marketing and got a wand for free and truly love it. It's compact and easy to use.

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    Highlight recommend the red light wand - I personally haven't tried the blue light.

    Marketing Agency
  • Not for me. Too much work and I guess I don’t have the patience. Not to mention the serum stings for my face (I have sensitive skin, light rosacea). I hardly saw a difference after using this for a couple weeks. They recommend 5 minutes OR 3 minutes over each area of the face, 2-5 days weekly, which is way too much time for me to care about my vanity lol. Five minutes of moving this wand over your face feels LONG for me, esp with a serum that constantly keeps drying super fast, so you keep reapplying just so your wand can stay on. The warmth and vibration feels so soft/weak that I can’t tell if this actually works or if I fell for a gimmick. I feel like I’d have to invest a LOT more time in this to see similar results of a real RPL treatment.

  • I absolutely recommend Solawave! I have the red light device and use it every day on my face and on my body where my skin needs to heal.

    Bought it myself
  • To me, the SolaWave Wand is a nice but unnecessary addition to my routine. The heat and vibration feels nice, and I think of it as a few minutes to slow down and just breathe while I use this, but it's not really clear how much it's helping. I took daily pictures of myself for a few weeks when I first got this product (6 months ago), and it did seem to help with the appearance of fine lines. That being said, it's hard to isolate whether it was using this product that did it, or the beauty oil I use with it (from a different brand), or the fact that using this meant that I was being more diligent with all steps of my skincare routine than I had been previously. I think when it comes down to it, I've enjoyed having it, but if I lost or broke this product, I don't think I'd bother replacing it.

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    If they provided more scientific testing that controlled for use of other products to show efficacy, I think I'd be more interested.

  • I really like this multipurpose wand, but it does take a lot of time to use which makes me not use it regularly. I think I really need more of a set and forget type device (mask) where I don't have to actively use it for 12 mins each time, since I can't make myself do that daily. It does feel nice on my skin though!

  • I bought the Solawave solawand a few years ago as a 'go on, treat yourself' purchase. I use it every other day together with a very liquidy hyaluronic acid serum (not from the brand), so far I have no complaints. My skin feels refreshed after each use and I can see somewhat of a glow.

  • The wand feels nice. I noticed a pimple scar and used it religiously for a few weeks which helped it heal. Not sure if it's the consistency of the product but nice end to the night 🌉

  • I've used my solawaves for about 6 months now, on-and-off about 3 times a week. I like the luxury feel of them, but am not sure if they are making a huge difference in my skin. I have both the red and blue light devices, but find that the red-light is used far more often. Pros: The device forces me to do the self-care steps that I might be more inclined to skip if I didn't have to take the time to use it, so I do believe that that alone improves my skin. I love how small and easy it is to use and take with me. I will sometimes use it while I am walking around my house in conversations, and that kind of multi-tasking is a win for me. I love the heat and the vibrations - it feels so relaxing and lovely. Cons: Not really sure how much it is doing... but that doesn't stop me from using it. It is pricey as well, so not exactly a cost-effective skincare tool if you are looking for a quick fix.

  • Just started using it and love how it feels on the skin. The vibrating massage and the heat are very pleasant. Have not used it long enough to post before and after pictures but looking forward to the results.

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    Fast shipping. Got it during a buy one, get one free special so also bought a blue light wand for my teenager. Very nice packaging and very easy to use.

  • I LOVE MY WAND! I CAN A L R E A D Y see and feel a difference in my skins firmness and puffyness.