Quick disclosure: We make Photira. Shark details below come from Shark's own CryoGlow (FW312) product page, last checked October 7, 2026. Prices change, especially around sales, so check them on the day you buy.
The Short Version
The Shark CryoGlow is a popular mask with one feature most LED masks don't have: InstaChill under-eye cooling with three chill levels. Shark describes it as FDA-cleared, with treatments for fine lines and firmness (Better Aging) and for acne and redness (Skin Clearing). Photira is FDA-cleared under 510(k) K254007 for the treatment of wrinkles and mild to moderate acne. It has no cooling accessory, and it costs $199.
If under-eye de-puffing is the main reason you want a mask, CryoGlow's cooling is a real difference worth paying for. If you want FDA-cleared red, near-infrared and blue light for wrinkles and acne at a lower price, Photira is the simpler buy.
Side by Side
| Photira | Shark CryoGlow (FW312) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $199 every day | $299.99 on Shark's site, last checked Oct 7, 2026 (list $349.99) |
| FDA status | FDA-cleared, 510(k) K254007 | FDA-cleared (per Shark) |
| Cleared / marketed for | Wrinkles; mild to moderate acne (indications as filed) | Fine lines and firmness; acne and redness (Shark's treatment descriptions) |
| Light | Red 630 ± 5 nm; Red + Near-Infrared 630 + 850 ± 5 nm; Blue 465 ± 5 nm (one mode at a time) | Red, blue and infrared (wavelengths not listed on Shark's product page) |
| Irradiance | Published with measurement method on our specifications page | Not listed on Shark's product page |
| LEDs | 144 | Not compared here |
| Extra features | None, mask only | InstaChill under-eye cooling, 3 chill levels |
| Recommended use | 10 minutes, 3 times a week | Varies by treatment |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2-year limited warranty |
| Returns | Within 30 days, unopened devices | 60-day money-back guarantee (SharkNinja) |
Where CryoGlow Pulls Ahead
The cooling. Shark calls CryoGlow "the only LED mask in the US combining high-energy LEDs, deep-penetrating infrared & under-eye cooling." Shark also offers a longer warranty (2 years vs. our 1 year) and a more flexible return policy (60 days vs. our 30 days on unopened devices). It's sold widely, including Shark's own site, Amazon and Costco.
Where Photira Pulls Ahead
Price, and published specs. At $199, Photira was about $100 less than CryoGlow's price on Shark's site when we last checked. We list exact wavelengths with tolerances and publish irradiance with the method used to measure it, so you can compare numbers rather than marketing names.
How to Verify Photira's Clearance
Search K254007 in the FDA 510(k) database. The clearance is listed under the manufacturer, SZ KKS Silicone & Electronic Co., Ltd., and covers model KKS-225, which is the mask sold as Photira. The full FDA document is here. Do the same check for any mask you're considering.
Bottom Line
- Choose CryoGlow if under-eye puffiness is your top concern and you want cooling, a 2-year warranty and a 60-day return window.
- Choose Photira if you want an FDA-cleared mask for wrinkles and mild to moderate acne at $199, without waiting for a sale.
FAQ
Is the Shark CryoGlow FDA-cleared?
Shark describes the CryoGlow as clinically tested and FDA-cleared, with treatments for fine lines, firmness, acne and redness.
Is Photira FDA-cleared?
Yes. Photira is FDA-cleared under 510(k) K254007 for the treatment of wrinkles and mild to moderate acne. The clearance is listed under the manufacturer SZ KKS, model KKS-225.
Does Photira have under-eye cooling?
No. Photira is a light-only mask with three modes: Red, Red + Near-Infrared and Blue.
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Photira LED Face Mask — $199
FDA-cleared (510(k) K254007) for wrinkles and mild-to-moderate acne. Red, Blue, or Red + near-infrared, one mode at a time; 10 minutes, 3 times a week. Unopened returns within 30 days; 1-year warranty.
Competitor details are taken from Shark's public product page (last checked October 7, 2026) and may change. This article is general information, not medical advice.