How to Use every3minutes
Basic Controls
- Set your time — On mobile, scroll the minute/second wheels. On desktop, use the settings menu.
- Press play — The countdown begins. Your screen stays on automatically.
- Enable loop — Tap the repeat icon for continuous intervals.
LED Mask Timer Guide
LED light therapy masks typically recommend:
- Red light (anti-aging): 10-20 minutes per session
- Blue light (acne): 10-15 minutes per session
- Near-infrared: 15-20 minutes per session
Tip: Most masks have auto-shutoff. Use the timer to track total treatment time across multiple sessions. Since your eyes should stay closed during LED treatment, enable audio alerts so the timer notifies you audibly when time is up.
Microcurrent Device Timer
Microcurrent devices work best with zone-by-zone timing:
- Forehead: 3 minutes
- Eye area: 2-3 minutes per side
- Cheeks: 3 minutes per side
- Jawline/neck: 3-5 minutes
Tip: Set timer to 3 minutes and enable loop mode. Audio/vibration alerts signal when to move to the next zone. This hands-free approach lets you focus on your technique instead of watching the clock.
Facial Massage and Gua Sha
Timed intervals keep your massage routine balanced across all facial zones:
- Gua sha per zone: 1 minute with loop mode (move to next area at each beep)
- Facial massage: 2-3 minute intervals for each technique
- Sheet masks: 15-20 minutes, single timer without loop
Tip: For massage routines, vibration alerts are especially useful since your hands are busy. The subtle buzz tells you when to switch zones or techniques without breaking your flow.
Settings
- Vibration: Enable for tactile alerts without looking at screen. Ideal during hands-on treatments like microcurrent and massage
- Audio: Beep sound when timer completes. Best for LED masks and sheet masks when your eyes are closed or covered
- Keep screen on: Prevents your phone from sleeping during treatment. Useful for longer sessions where you want to glance at remaining time
- Loop mode: Automatically restarts the timer when it reaches zero. Essential for zone-by-zone treatments where you need repeated intervals
Install as App
every3minutes works offline as a Progressive Web App (PWA). On iOS, open in Safari, tap the Share button, then select "Add to Home Screen." On Android, tap the browser menu and select "Install app" or "Add to Home Screen." Once installed, the timer launches instantly from your home screen and works without internet. Your settings, preferred duration, and loop preference are all saved locally on your device.