Both the Photira LED mask and the CurrentBody Series 2 LED mask are FDA-cleared. The headline differences: Photira costs $199 (its everyday price) and pairs red, near-infrared, and blue light to target wrinkles and mild-to-moderate acne, while the CurrentBody Series 2 costs $469.99 (as of October 7, 2026) and focuses on anti-aging with three red and near-infrared wavelengths. Which one fits you comes down to budget, skin goals, and how much you value extra wavelengths.
Side-by-side comparison
| Photira | CurrentBody Series 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199 (everyday price) | $469.99 (as of October 7, 2026, currentbody.us) |
| FDA clearance | Yes — 510(k) K254007 (applicant: SZ KKS Silicone&Electronic Co., Ltd.; models KKS-225, KKS-280, KKS-281) | Yes — brand states "FDA cleared"; FDA database lists K242593 (applicant: Shenzhen Kaiyan Medical Equipment Co., Ltd.; device: "CurrentBody LED 4 in 1 Zone Facial Mapping Mask"; decided February 14, 2025) |
| Cleared indications | Wrinkles and mild-to-moderate acne | Anti-aging (per brand positioning) |
| Wavelengths | Red 630 ± 5 nm; Red + near-infrared 630 + 850 ± 5 nm; Blue 465 ± 5 nm | Red 633 nm, near-infrared 830 nm, deep near-infrared 1072 nm (per brand) |
| Light modes | 3 (red / red+NIR / blue) | Programmable zones via app |
| LEDs | Medical-grade LED array | 236 LED bulbs (per brand) |
| Session length | 10 minutes | 10 minutes, 3–5x per week (per brand) |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty; 30-day money-back guarantee | 2-year warranty (as listed for CurrentBody LED masks by major retailers; confirm current terms on currentbody.us) |
| Reviews (brand site) | Growing (see photiraskin.com product page) | 4.6/5 from ~4,200+ reviews (as of October 7, 2026) |
Price: $199 vs. $469.99
$199 is Photira's everyday price — not a sale, not a limited-time offer. The CurrentBody Series 2 is listed at $469.99 on currentbody.us (as of October 7, 2026). That is a real price gap, and it reflects different product strategies: Photira is a focused three-mode mask, while CurrentBody layers in app-based zone programming and a third, deeper near-infrared wavelength.
Note (October 9, 2026): CurrentBody's current flagship is the Series 3 at $569.99 on currentbody.us — 750 LEDs, six wavelengths (415/532/590/633/830/1072 nm), and app-based MyDose treatments. The comparison above references Series 2 specs. At $199, Photira remains less than half the Series 3 price.
FDA clearance: both cleared, different listings
FDA clearance is not a competition — both masks have it. Photira's clearance is 510(k) K254007, listed in the FDA database under applicant SZ KKS Silicone&Electronic Co., Ltd. with models KKS-225, KKS-280, and KKS-281 (search the K number, not the brand name, since FDA records use the manufacturer and model). CurrentBody's listing in the database includes K242593, decided February 14, 2025, and a newer K260715 (The Beauty Tech Group, Ltd., "CurrentBody Skin LED Multi Light Therapy Mask (MK-110D)," decided June 3, 2026). "Cleared" means the FDA reviewed the device against a predicate; it does not mean "FDA-approved."
Wavelengths: three modes vs. three red/NIR bands
Photira uses red 630 nm, near-infrared 850 nm, and blue 465 nm across three modes — the blue mode is there for mild-to-moderate acne, which matches its cleared indications. CurrentBody's Series 2 uses red 633 nm, near-infrared 830 nm, and deep near-infrared 1072 nm (all per the brand's published specs) and positions itself around anti-aging. More wavelengths is not automatically better; what matters is whether the wavelengths, dose, and indications line up with your skin goal.
Which should you pick?
- Pick Photira if your goals include both wrinkles and mild-to-moderate acne, you want blue-light sessions, and you prefer a $199 everyday price.
- Consider the CurrentBody Series 2 if your focus is purely anti-aging, you want app-controlled zone treatments and a deeper 1072 nm near-infrared band, and the $469.99 price fits your budget.
Either way, verify the FDA clearance yourself in the FDA 510(k) database before buying any LED mask — it takes two minutes and the K numbers above give you a head start. Also see our guide: Is CurrentBody FDA-Cleared?
Frequently asked questions
Is the CurrentBody Series 2 FDA-cleared?
Yes. CurrentBody describes the Series 2 as an "FDA cleared LED face mask for advanced anti-aging," and the FDA 510(k) database includes K242593 (applicant: Shenzhen Kaiyan Medical Equipment Co., Ltd.; device: "CurrentBody LED 4 in 1 Zone Facial Mapping Mask"; decided February 14, 2025), plus a newer K260715 decided June 3, 2026.
What wavelengths do Photira and CurrentBody use?
Photira: red 630 ± 5 nm, red + near-infrared 630 + 850 ± 5 nm, and blue 465 ± 5 nm. CurrentBody Series 2: red 633 nm, near-infrared 830 nm, and deep near-infrared 1072 nm, per the brand's published specifications (as of October 7, 2026).
Which mask is better for acne?
Photira is FDA-cleared for mild-to-moderate acne and includes a dedicated 465 nm blue-light mode. The CurrentBody Series 2 is positioned for anti-aging; CurrentBody sells a separate anti-blemish mask line for breakouts.
Why is Photira $199 while CurrentBody is $469.99?
Different product strategies. $199 is Photira's everyday price for a focused three-mode mask. The CurrentBody Series 2 adds app-based zone programming, a third (deeper) near-infrared wavelength, and a larger review base, at $469.99 (as of October 7, 2026, currentbody.us). Update (October 9, 2026): the current flagship is the Series 3 at $569.99.
How can I verify either mask's FDA clearance?
Go to the FDA 510(k) database (accessdata.fda.gov), search the K number — K254007 for Photira, K242593 for CurrentBody's mask line — and check the applicant, device name, and decision date. FDA records list manufacturers and model numbers, so searching the K number works better than searching the brand name.
Does FDA-cleared mean FDA-approved?
No. "FDA-cleared" (via the 510(k) pathway) means the FDA reviewed the device and found it substantially equivalent to a legally marketed predicate device. "FDA-approved" refers to a different, more extensive review pathway (PMA) used for higher-risk devices.