Find the answers to all the burning questions about UFO™ 2, FOREO’s deep facial hydration device.
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Innovative beauty tech can seem confusing at first glance. However, once you start engaging with it, you’ll soon discover it’s actually designed specifically with you in mind.
UFO™ 2 is packed with cool features like the full spectrum of LED light therapy, T-Sonic™ pulsations, and both Thermo-Therapy warming and Cryo-Theraphy cooling effects. We want you to explore these features and get the most out of technology that makes your skin look amazing. That’s why we’re here to answer all the common questions about this skin-perfecting device.
Contents
- What Are the Differences Between UFO™ and UFO™ 2?
- When Do the Results Appear?
- What Is the Difference Between UFO™ 2 and UFO™ Mini 2?
- What Are the Benefits of Cryo-Therapy for the Face?
- Which UFO™ Activated Masks Use Cryo-Therapy?
- What Are the Benefits of Warming Thermo-Therapy for the Face?
- Which UFO™ Activated Masks Use Thermo-Therapy?
- What Are the Benefits of Full-Spectrum LED Therapy for the Face?
- What Are the Benefits of T-Sonic™ Massage for the Face?
- Can You Use Other Masks With UFO™ 2 for the Cryotherapy, Thermotherapy, and LED Lights to Still Work?
- How can I change the LED light therapy when using UFO™ 2?
- How Do You Apply Other Skincare? After or Before Using UFO™ 2?
- Are There Any Active Ingredients That Don’t Get Along With UFO™ 2?
- What Benefits Does the Device Provide?
- Is There Any Proven Scientific Research Behind UFO™ 2?
- Can I Use it for Cooling Myself With Cryo-Therapy on a Hot Summer Night?
- Is It Good for Acne?
- How Often Should I Use UFO™ 2?
- Will You Have New Colors at Some Point?
What Are the Differences Between UFO™ and UFO™ 2?
To put it simply, aside from cooling, depuffing, and calming Cryo-Therapy, which you can find in both devices, UFO™ 2 steps up the game with ultra-fast heating Thermo-Therapy, which helps push the mask ingredients deep into the skin, making your skincare more effective. Additionally, UFO™ 2 includes a full spectrum of LED lights that help to visibly revitalize the skin. For those keen on digging deeper, we’ve got an article dedicated to breaking down all the differences between these two innovative devices.
When Do the Results Appear?
Great news – the results appear in just 90 seconds! You will start noticing the results immediately since UFO™ 2 has been clinically proven to increase skin moisture by 126% in under 2 minutes, while the results last up to 6 hours. FOREO’s goal was to save you time and turn your 20-minute skincare routine into an otherworldly 90-second treatment by not compromising on the quality of it. Your skin will feel refreshed and look glowy already after a single use. To achieve a lasting impact and improve your skin’s health in the long run, make UFO™ 2 a regular part of your beauty routine.
What Is the Difference Between UFO™ 2 and UFO™ Mini 2?
While both devices offer a 2-minute supercharged facial treatment, the main difference is the calming cryo-therapy, exclusive to UFO™ 2. This cooling treatment provides a firmer-looking complexion by shrinking the appearance of pores and reducing inflammation.
Certain UFO™ activated masks require the cooling feature, making UFO™ mini 2 incompatible with the entire UFO™ mask range.
What Are the Benefits of Cryo-Therapy for the Face?
Cryo-therapy uses extremely low temperatures to treat skin conditions, shrink the appearance of pores, work as an anti-inflammatory, and reduce puffiness and visible wrinkles. The result? Visibly more lifted and firmer skin.
Which UFO™ Activated Masks Use Cryo-Therapy?
There are three UFO™ Activated Mask collections available: Advanced Collection 2.0, inspired by Korean skincare with 5 highly-concentrated formulas, each targeting a specific skin concern; Farm to Face Collection, made with pure, organic ingredients; and Daily Duo Collection, with a morning and evening ultra-hydrating nourishing masks.
Two masks from the Advanced Collection 2.0 use Cryo-therapy: Matte Maniac 2.0 and Shimmer Freak 2.0.
Extra purifying Matte Maniac 2.0 is infused with charcoal to help to draw oil, dirt, and bacteria to the skin’s surface, gently removing the toxins in the process. This formula is designed for those with excess oil who wish to minimize the appearance of pores and imperfections. Cooling Cryo-therapy calms skin and locks in mattifying serum.
Caffeine-infused Shimmer Freak 2.0 contains light-reflecting particles that instantly diminish the look of dark circles. Paired with UFO™ 2, it refreshes the delicate skin around the eye contour and soothes tired eyes. Cryo-therapy helps to reduce puffiness around the eyes in the process.
Two masks from the Farm to Face Collection take advantage of the cooling feature: Bulgarian Rose and Green Tea.
Bulgarian Rose mask is infused with all-natural rose water that, thanks to the sugars and natural oils found in rose petals, helps to trap moisture in the skin, making it look smoother and softer. This lightweight formula helps transform dull, dry skin in minutes and uses Cryo-therapy to calm and soothe the skin.
Green Tea mask possesses potent antioxidants that help protect the skin against environmental toxins. Its additional skin-soothing properties help to purify and condition the skin, leaving it fresh and healthy-looking. Soothing green LED combines with Cryo-therapy to calm skin and lock in purifying Japanese green tea.
What Are the Benefits of Warming Thermo-Therapy for the Face?
Thermo-Therapy, UFO™’s signature technology, uses a gentle heat to offer the most luxurious facial treatment possible. Heating to the perfect temperature for your skin, Thermo-Therapy helps soften and prep skin to absorb the full benefits of skincare ingredients. Adding heat to any skincare treatment also helps boost skin’s radiance by loosening sebum on the surface of skin.
Which UFO™ Activated Masks Use Thermo-Therapy?
All of the UFO™ Activated Masks, except Shimmer Freak, use warming thermo-therapy to help the active ingredients from your mask absorb deep into the skin, where they work best – for optimal hydration and results. Since Shimmer Freak is developed specifically to refresh the delicate skin around the eyes, it only uses cooling cryo-therapy, blue and red LED lights, and T-Sonic™ pulsations to soothe and brighten tired eyes.
What Are the Benefits of Full-Spectrum LED Therapy for the Face?
LED therapy is a gentle, non-invasive, and effective way to rejuvenate and transform the skin – so it looks youthful, radiant, and revitalized. UFO™ 2 devices feature a full spectrum of LED lights, each with its own wavelength to target different skin needs. We explained the benefits of LED light therapy in more detail in one of our previous posts. We also wrote detailed guides on red LED light, green LED light, and blue LED light.
What Are the Benefits of T-Sonic™ Massage for the Face?
The ‘T’ in T-Sonic™ stands for transdermal, named so because these pulsations travel through the outer layers of skin. The T-Sonic™ pulsations gently massage the face – and when directed onto wrinkle-prone areas, they help relax facial muscle tension points and smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. They also reduce puffiness and the look of dark circles and increase the absorption of your mask (as well as any other serums or creams you apply), thus enhancing their efficacy and delivering deep and long-lasting hydration.
Can You Use Other Masks With UFO™ 2 for the Cryotherapy, Thermotherapy, and LED Lights to Still Work?
UFO™ Activated masks have been developed by experts specifically for the UFO™ deep hydration devices. This means that by using them, you are taking full advantage of all the features of the device and, hence, getting the maximum results.
How can I change the LED light therapy when using UFO™ 2?
You can personalize your facial treatments by creating your very own facial routines via the FOREO For You app. On the app, you can choose your preferred LED light, T-Sonic™ pulsation level and decide whether you wish your personalized routine to include Thermo-Therapy or Cryo-Therapy.
How Do You Apply Other Skincare? After or Before Using UFO™ 2?
When layering your skincare, the most important thing to remember is to cleanse first and moisturize last to seal everything in. If you use a toner, use it after cleansing and then treat your face to a UFO™ facial session. If you use serums or eye creams, use them after your facials. And above all, after your morning routine, please remember to wear sunscreen!
Are There Any Active Ingredients That Don’t Get Along With UFO™ 2?
We always recommend using UFO™ Activated masks, specifically designed to be used with the UFO™ devices. Those masks don’t contain ingredients such as retinol, which could irritate some skin types.
If you’re experimenting with your skincare routine and experiencing breakouts, it’s possible that your skin isn’t getting along with some of the active ingredients. Seek out the advice of your dermatologist to find out more.
What Benefits Does the Device Provide?
UFO™ 2 is based on hyper-infusion technology. That means it uses heating from the Thermo-Therapy to open up pores and infuse skincare ingredients into the deepest layers of the skin. On the other side, the cooling effect of Cryo-Therapy therapy shrinks the appearance of pores and provides a firmer-looking complexion. T-Sonic™ pulsations deliver a soothing facial massage and boost radiance. Full-spectrum LED light therapy helps your skin reap the benefits of 8 different light wavelengths. To top it off, the FOREO For You App helps you use and control the device & create personalized supercharged facial routines. It’s like a spa-quality facial that you can have from the comfort of your home.
Is There Any Proven Scientific Research Behind UFO™ 2?
There’s a clinical study conducted by SGS Laboratories that focused on the overall efficiency and skin improvement of UFO™ Activated Masks with UFO™ devices versus the UFO™ Activated Masks alone. The study was conducted over a 28-day period, and it involved 24 female subjects aged 18 to 35. The verdict? The study found that the device indeed improved skin’s overall appearance. UFO™ Activated Masks used together with UFO™ devices are more effective than the sheet masks alone and deliver immediate and long-lasting moisture; plus, the device proved to be a great anti-aging tool by significantly reducing the appearance of wrinkles in just 7 days.
Can I Use it for Cooling Myself With Cryo-Therapy on a Hot Summer Night?
The better question would be – why not? Open up your FOREO For You App and go all out!
Is It Good for Acne?
Absolutely! Thanks to its LED light therapy, this device helps fight acne and breakouts while calming stressed-out skin. The Blue LED light destroys P. acnes bacteria, stabilizes overactive oil production, and mitigates inflamed acne. Meanwhile, the Cyan LED light is anti-inflammatory, calming stressed-out skin and promoting healing. To top it off, the purple LED light helps eliminate toxins and accelerates healing.
How Often Should I Use UFO™ 2?
You can use it as often as you like. Some people do facials daily in their morning and evening routines, while others opt for the nourishing treatment a few times a week. It’s best to start slowly (once or twice a week) and work your way up so as not to shock or overwhelm your skin. This goes for other skincare products as well, especially if you’re a skincare novice who’s still trying to establish a good routine. Then you really have to keep one thing in mind – slow and steady wins the race!
Will You Have New Colors at Some Point?
It’s hard to know what the future will bring, but for now, you have Pearl Pink, Black, Fuchsia, and Mint to choose from!
Hopefully, we answered most of your burning questions about the device that will bring the benefits of 5 spa treatments to the comfort of your home. Let us know in the comments below if you have more!
Hello, I would like to know If I want to use the led for light therapy how long should I leave the light on a part of my face? Thank you.
Dear Katelin, Our treatment times for the UFO are aimed at around 120 seconds to prove effectiveness therefore when performing your own personalised treatment we would recommend doing this in the same time setting. Hope this helps and you enjoy using your UFO!
Can i use foreo ufo2 with out the app? I don’t want to bring my phone to bathroom
Hi Som, Good news is yes! We understand that not everyone wants to use their device via the App and we have instructions on how to perform your favourite treatments in the Manual mode. Please feel free to download the user manual on foreo.com or alternatively contact Customer Care who can assist you further to get the very best out of your UFO 2!
Hi. Can I use UFO2 without the app? Coz app is continuously crashing.
Hi Samiz, Sorry to hear that you are having some issues with the App and in this case, we would recommend that you contact our Customer Care Team who can assist you further to get the best use out of your UFO 2 and to help you use the device better offline as well as online :)
Hi
I have UFO 2 and it worked for 2 days, but for some reason now I can’t activate any masks? When I want to start the treatment the app closes and I don’t get the option to scan my mask? Actually it never gave me an option to scan the mask. I followed the set up and register. It only works when I choose a manual set up?
Can you please advise,?
Also I have registered the Luna 3 plus but this shouldn’t make any impact?
Thanks
Mariola
Hi Mariola, We would recommend contacting our Customer Care Team on chat or via FOREO.COM who would be happy to assist you further :)
How to properly clean ufo 2? under water? will not flood it with water? And should the charging input cover?
Dear Nikoletta, That is absolutely fine to wash the UFO under running water as it is waterproof. We just recommend its fully dry before charging :)
I just bought my first Foreo. I purchased the UFO2.
Is it normal for it to make like a shaver type of grinding noise when the pulsation dare on? It’s not loud but when I move it around my face it goes from a vibrational noise to a sort of grinding noise. Not constantly but on and off throughout the treatment when I’m moving the device around my face. Thanks
Hi Kinza, Thank you for your post! We would recommend that you contact our Customer Care Team who can then assist you further with this. It may be the case that the attachment ring is vibrating against the metal panel but they can check for sure with a video. :)
Hi, Im from Thailand and now I also having the same problem with Demi (the 1st comment) I dont know why too, trying so hard in many times, temperature was not change both heat and cool, really sad right now ;((((
Dear Sararat, we recommend that you contact our FOREO Customer Care Team on FOREO.COM who would look into this for you are assist you further so you can use your device fully. We hope this helps :)
Hello,
I have UFO 2. Which mask is best for dark spots/freckles?
Dear Parminder, We would recommend for dull skin that need a pick me up Glow Addict Mask. This has brightening properties that help skin glow. This along with the use of a good SPF will help prevent skin damage from the elements to help dark spots and freckles darken less. :)
I just bought UFO2 and my question is can I use another cotton pad with the rest of serum remain in the pack ? For example, i use tonight and keep the rest serum in the zip lock and use tomorrow night with the new cotton pad ?
Dear Patz, Thank you for your post and good question! With the extra Serum that is in the pack, you can use this for the neck and decolletage area as this area is often left out when skincare is concerned. After treatment with the UFO you can apply the extra serum with your hands and with upwards sweeping movements apply the serum. The extra serum applied to a cotton pad may be fully absorbed by the cotton so you may find it tricky to then apply it to your skin at a later stage. Hope this helps :)
1. Can I use foreo 2 ufo without a mask, only with heat and LED lights + vibration? (On bare skin)
2. Can I use it after my daycream? (Applying the daycream on face and then using foreo)
Hi Cecilia, The masks have a pre-set routine that was developed specifically for them to give you the best treatment and pull out mask benefits. But of course, if you want a custom routine, you can safely use LED lights alone on the device without the masks too. You can adjust manually a routine you wish to use on the device in the app settings. Choose a different LED Light heating or cooling or none, and pulsations.
Regarding your comment UFO and LUNA 3 are safe for during pregnancy, is LUNA2 mini okay as well?
Dear Han, The LUNA 2 would also be safe to use during pregnancy. We recommend our customers who are expecting to understand that hormonal changes that occur during this time may change the skins behaviour so follow suit with your skin by lowering or increasing the intensity levels of the treatment to reflect this. Hope this helps and congrats!
Are there any problems using if I take thyroxin?
Dear Jenny, Thank you for your post. In this case, we would recommend contacting your local GP to confirm the suitability of this device alongside your medication. As this is a thyroid medication its best to check to see if the device can be used near the neck area or to avoid. Therefore please feel free to download the user manual on FOREO.COM or contact our Customer Care who can provide you with this to assist you further and to show to your doctor. Hope this helps :)
I just bought a UFO 2 yesterday and felt so disapointed. My device connected to the app, the light changed but the heat and cool session does not work. I have many times to remove the device from the app, delete the app then re-download and connect again but it still does not work.
Dear Lily, Sorry to hear that you are having some issues with your UFO 2. In this case, we would recommend that you contact FOREO Customer Care on FOREO.COM who can assist you further to get the best out of your UFO 2.
When you buy the UFO mini, does it come with a mask included?
Dear Belinda, Yes usually our devices will come with one sample mask :)
Hi, is UFO 2 not available anymore? I can’t seem to find UFO 2 from Foreo online store.
Dear Ying Ying, In this case, we would recommend you contact FOREO Customer Care on FOREO.COM who can assist you further with the availability of the UFO 2 in your area. :)
Hi,
I have been eying the UFO 2 and contemplating its purchase. Would love to have my questions answered for better understanding before taking the leap.
1. What is the manual mode on the device? Is there a start/stop button on the device like other Foreo devices?
2. How long can UFO2 be used in manual mode?
3. Can the treatment time and T-sonic intensity level be increased/decreased as in case of Foreo cleansing devices? Is that to be done always via the app or are there settings on the device as well?
4. Can it be used only for LED therapy for acne/redness?
Hi there! Let me help you decide :)
1. The UFO 2 can be used with the Foreo For You app or in the offline mode (without the app). Your UFO 2 has an Universal Power Button that turns it on and off, puts it in Bluetooth pairing mode and selects treatment routines.
2. Since the treatments are programmed, they last the certain amount of time both in app and in the offline/manual mode. The duration of treatments cannot be changed. However, you can always repeat the treatment if you want.
3. The same applies to T-Sonic pulsation intensity. It cannot be changed per particular treatment. If you want to make your own, personalized routine, you can do so in the app under Smart Control. You can adjust the T-sonic pulsation intensity, duration and temperature and choose the LED light.
4. Yes, the blue LED light should help you with acne/breakouts.
If you want to learn more about the UFO 2 device, you can always check our manual at https://www.foreo.com/support/manuals or contact our lovely Customer Service. Hope this helped! Kind regards :)
I have some blemishes caused by rosacea. Can UFO 2 help to reduce it or should I use the FOREO Espada instead?
Hi Antonia, In this case, I would recommend that you contact your physician to see if the devices would be suitable for your skin’s condition. Please feel free to get in touch with Customer Care if you want more information on our ESPADA and UFO as they can also give you the manuals also which have the devices Specs which would be helpful for you and your Physician.
Hi, do i need to cover my eyes during Red/ Green light therapy sessions? Thanks
Hi Nhu, Thank you for your post! When performing the UFO treatments we would recommend not going over the actual eye itself but just past the orbital bone and not to look at the LED lighting directly when performing the treatment. There is no need to cover the eyes if doing this but just refrain from looking at the LED and not going too close to the eye. Hope this helps :)
Hi! How is it possible to share my ufo with my partner?
Hi Andrea, thanks for contacting us! Please note that we do not recommend sharing your FOREO devices for personal hygiene reasons. The best thing to do is to get your partner their own UFO mini so that you can both enjoy the UFO pampering sessions :)
Hi! I want to know the highest temperarure of UFO in heat function. I feel that my UFO is not as hot as before.
Hi dear! Please note that the temperature of your UFO™ can go from 5 to 45 Degrees Celsius, 45 being the highest possible temperature. If you believe your UFO™ doesn’t work like before, contact our lovely Customer Service and they will help you further :) Kind regards!