About
Our Editorial Method
How we research, evaluate, and select the products we recommend.
Category Research
We start by reviewing published literature on the technology — studies on LED photobiomodulation, microcurrent mechanisms, lymphatic drainage research — before evaluating any individual product.
Market Mapping
We identify the full landscape of products: which brands have clinical studies, which devices are FDA-cleared, what the meaningful technology differences are.
Criteria Development
Each category gets a custom rubric. LED masks are evaluated on wavelength accuracy and irradiance. Microcurrent devices on waveform type. Dermaplaning tools on blade sharpness and safety guard design.
Editorial Review
Products are evaluated against criteria. We weight clinical evidence highest, then build quality, skin type compatibility, and real-world usability. Affiliate revenue potential has zero influence on placement.
Verdict + Updates
We publish with clear reasoning and review articles when new products enter the market or new research shifts our understanding of a category.
What We Don't Do
- —We do not claim to have personally tested every product we review.
- —We do not use star ratings or numerical scores — these create false precision.
- —We do not include prices, as they change constantly and can mislead readers.
- —We do not say "we tried" or "we tested" unless we have genuinely done so.
- —We do not copy or paraphrase manufacturer claims.
Our Research Sources
We draw on peer-reviewed literature from PubMed, clinical guidelines from the American Academy of Dermatology, and consumer-accessible breakdowns from Healthline.
Affiliate Relationships
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Questions?
If you want to flag new research relevant to our coverage, contact us.