There are more and more products that are responsible for taking care of our health. On this occasion, we want to talk to you about the eye massagers or massage glassesan accessory that comes in handy if we need relax eye strainstimulate the facial muscle building o to blood circulation, soothe the pain of this part of the face, treat the swelling of the eyelids…
Eye Massager: How to Use It
Its use is very simple. This type of glasses, Provided with an elastic band to adapt to the needs of each personthey incorporate engines that do what they do is Treat the eye area through stimulation and massage. They can do this in different ways, such as through vibrations, applying heat or compressing airIn addition, it is common for them to include the option that while we enjoy our massage, the glasses play music by connecting to our mobile phone via Bluetooth.
Comparison of eye massagers
The following glasses have been selected for application eye massage: Renpho RF-EM001R (8,5), Scandal (8.75) and the SLE eye massager (8). The criteria assessed in their respective analyses were the following:
– Design: from the point of view of the quality of its materials y construction.
– Ergonomics: if the Massage glasses are comfortable to use.
– Driving: It is usual for them to incorporate a control system via a touch button panel which allows you to manage each of the options offered.
– User experience: if he Does the massager deliver what it promises? What type of massage does it provide? Does it improve the eye area? How long does its battery last?
What is the best eye massager? Here’s how we tested them
We have used each of these three models of massage glasses for three sessions (about 15 minutes) for Check their ease of use, how they are controlled and how they functiony What type of massages can be applied?. Also if we have noticed any kind of improvement or result after using them.
Skandas eye massager has received the highest rating. Not only has he achieved the Best rating in the design and ergonomics sectionsbut rather incorporates Five predefined usage modes to which we must add others four additional massage classes. They are user experience is the More complete of all.
Skandas eye massager
We cannot deny that the design of any of these three eye massage glasses does not go unnoticed, but the Skandas eye massager it seems to us the most elegant and futuristic. Besides, Ergonomics have been well addressed by including an adjustable elastic band and one inclination that makes them comfortable to wear. The detail of including a Carrying bag to store them is also a point in its favor. It is recharged via a USB connection that remains protected by a cover.
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DATASHEET
Massage areas: ocular y facial.
Massage modes: rest, heat, soft, dynamic and automatic.
Types of massage: thermal (up to 25ºC), airbags, vibration and musical.
Dimensions: 465 x 130 x 670 mm.
Weight: 800 grams.
Others: elastic band, carrying bag, built-in speakers, music player and 15-minute timer function.
They incorporate a circular control panel which is located on one of its sides and is backlit while we use the glasses. At first, its use is not as simple as you expect and you need several sessions to learn what each of its touch buttons corresponds to. Although integrates five predefined modes (soft, heat, rest, automatic and dynamic), we have the option to choose between others Four types of additional eye massage: the fact that apply the pressure technique, the one who opts for the heat, the one that works through vibrations and a musical massage which we will discuss in more detail below.
From our experience of use, this Skandas eye massager is a very interesting alternative because you notice how it manages to reduce the tension in the eye area and fatigue. Above all We liked the massage with the pressure technique and the thermal one.
Returning to the musical massage, It should be noted that the glasses have two speakers y that the USB cable that we use to charge the battery also serves to dump some songs into its internal memory (they have to be recorded in MP3). Compared to the rest, the music sounds a little better and the volume is louder.
Our choice
These glasses integrate five preset modes (soft, heat, sleep, automatic and dynamic) and four other types of additional eye massage.
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The best: Its ergonomics, build quality and user experience
Worst: It is the least economical option and the control system can be improved.
Conclusions: This model of massage glasses not only stands out for its design, but also for offering up to five types of massage (the thermal one, for example, has been very relaxing for us) and four modes of use.
Renpho RF-EM001R Eye Massager
The first thing that catches your attention about these massage glasses is the design. Its manufacturer has taken special care of it and this can be seen in the details: the nose support is comfortable, The elastic headband is adjustable and how can be folded 180º This makes them easier to transport if, for example, we decide to take them on a trip. Being manufactured in leatherthis material provides you with quality, durability and resistance.
How does this Renpho RF-EM001R eye massager work? Incorporates a rechargeable battery through a microUSB connection (the cable is included) and on one of the sides it integrates three control buttons. The main one not only serves to turn it on and off, but also allows you to choose between Five types of massage. In addition, it has a Compression button that helps to select the pressure level that we want them to exercise the six air compression bags that are distributed in the upper part of the glasses: they apply a acupressure technique around the eyes that produces a Gentle and pleasant eye massage, although at first the sensation is strange.
The third control activates different music that are transmitted through the Integrated speakers in the lower areaalthough also rThey play music from our mobile phone via a Bluetooth connection.
A practical supplement has been included Remote control to control all these functions more comfortably. We liked this massager and The possibility of choosing between different massages seems very appropriate to us.. In addition to applying different acupressure techniques, it uses Heating pads that relieve the feeling of fatiguealthough the temperature is not adjustable.
The alternative and best value for money
The eye massager has a compression button that helps you select the level of pressure you want the six compression bags it is equipped to exert. These produce a gentle and pleasant eye massage.
SLE Eye Massager
Shares with the other two massage glasses a 180º foldable design and one Adjustable elastic band for comfortalthough they do not feel as comfortable as their opponents. In addition, with the Skandas model, they have in common a Built-in 15-minute timer to control the duration of each session without paying attention to the time. After that time, automatically turns off which also helps the battery (rechargeable via a microUSB connection) last a little longer.
Although it doesn’t offer as many massage options as its competitors (it’s also cheaper), this doesn’t mean it’s not an alternative worth considering. The SLE eye massager’s control options allow you to choose between Two types of eye massage: one that apply heat (you can choose between a high or low temperature, both quite pleasant) and another based on a massage where more or less pressure is applied (air compression). By having a smaller touch button panelwhich means that its learning curve is faster than that of the Skandal eye massager. What it does not have is a specific vibration massage.
Precisely, with this same model it shares a indicator that reflects the battery status and when it is necessary to change it so as not to be left halfway. Finally, add that the glasses They incorporate Bluetooth technology so that we can pair them with our mobile phone and listen to the music stored on our device while our eyes receive their massage.
With automatic shut-off function
The eye massager includes a built-in 15-minute timer so you can control the duration of each session without having to worry about the time. After this time, it will automatically turn off.
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WHY SHOULD YOU TRUST ME?
I have been in technology journalism for almost two decades. In all this time, I have had the privilege of seeing how technology advances to make everyday life easier and to report on it in different media. Although I have lost count of how many products have passed through my hands, I confess that the desire and the feelings are still the same. Laptops, tablets, phones, cameras, activity bracelets, smart watches… I don’t put limits on myself when it comes to choosing a device and making the most of its possibilities as a good consumer of technology.
*All purchase prices included in this article are current as of June 8, 2021.