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Misc Beauty Tools - Clarisonic - Clarisonic PLUS Sonic Skin Cleansing System

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rated 4 of 5 LolaButterflies05 on 5/17/2012 1:15:00 PM More reviews by LolaButterflies05

Age: 36-43 Skin: Normal, Other, Not Sure Hair: Other, Wavy, Other Eyes: Hazel

I was excited to get this product, however, I got minimal results. I did not see a glow as everyone spoke of on blogs etc.
It looks like I simply washed my face. I saw redness afterwards. I never though my skin was sensitive.
It may be because I already have a natural glow-I wanted more of a glow however,
I do however like the facial cleansers that came with the product and the stand.
I think the body brush attachment should be more firm.

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rated 5 of 5 catsmiaow on 5/13/2012 10:48:00 AM More reviews by catsmiaow

Age: 30-35 Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Blond, Other, Other Eyes: Blue

I bought this over the Mia because of the cradle you could pop it back onto, and also you're able to use the body attachment with this and the pro, but not with the Mia or the Classic.
I was really interested in these brushes because I have got quite congested skin, with a lot of open and closed comedones, ingrown hairs, and the odd pimple (but hardly ever). And it's dry and dehydrated and i'm forever trying to find the right skincare mix to make my skin more balanced. Trawling through makeupalley and seeing the reviews made me interested seeing they are relatively new here in Australia and I hadn't heard of them, so I thought I'd try the system.
So far I'm impressed. I've only had this for two weeks and really had quite a time trialling a cleanser that would work nicely for me. All the Clarisonic cleansers that came with the brush were awful on my skin and even the one for dry skin dried me out. I think it had lemongrass essential oil in it (which I thought has astringent properties?) and it stung my skin. I ended up going and getting the neutrogena gentle cream cleanser and that works really well with the brush and doesn't dry my skin out.
I fiddled around with the settings as I found that 20 seconds on my forehead and chin/nose were good but that 10 seconds on each cheek were way too short, especially as that is my trouble area and now I use the 2 minute timer with no beeps. I can easily feel what feels good on my skin as i move it around and haven't had any irritation from it whatsover. I haven't tried the sensitive brush that came with it, am using the deep pore cleaning brush and that seems pretty good, although I can't compare.
I have been mostly using it twice a day, and now and then once a day, just regular cleansing at other times.
I still use my fancl oil to take my makeup off, it would feel really gross to me to use the brush only once to do the whole lot.
The reason I think this brush system is so good is that already i am noticing that my skin is starting to respond better to my moisturisers and serums. I don't seem to need as much, and my skin drinks them up a lot more rather than sit on the top. Oh and masks! they just go into my skin so well!
I haven't noticed a difference in pore size or appearance yet but it's early days. No well, maybe I have because my foundation/ bb mix looks a lot better and my skin appears more even toned. So, there you go!
I love it.

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rated 5 of 5 schlisa87 on 4/26/2012 7:54:00 PM More reviews by schlisa87

Age: 25-29 Skin: Oily, Medium, Not Sure Hair: Brown, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

I love this thing! I use it once a day only with a very gentle cleanser (Murad Soothing Gel Cleanser). It works really well and leaves my skin feeling super clean. This brush has softened my face and has improved the appearance of it overall.

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rated 5 of 5 mcpatty on 4/19/2012 6:51:00 PM More reviews by mcpatty

Age: 56 & Over Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm Hair: Brown, Wavy, Fine Eyes: Hazel

I bought an Olay cleansing tool after reading on them here., thinking it would be comparable - WRONG! - while each has its merits the Clairsonic is vastly superior. The Olay is ok for the smaller areas, such as around my nose, but I like some Hp behind my tools! I like to massage my face with a grapeseed/castor oil mixture, then add liquid Purpose. Then use the CS with warm water and rinse. Products sink in easier and I love how my skin looks and feels. A very worthwhile investment!

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rated 5 of 5 mattihammond32 on 2/8/2012 11:18:00 PM More reviews by mattihammond32

Age: 30-35 Skin: Normal, Dark, Not Sure Hair: Black, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

Absolutely love it. I have two the clarisonic plus and the mia for travel. I use boscia cleansing gel with it and omg....the results are fabulous. Definitely worth the money. My skin was a Breakout Alley literally I use the clarisonic twice a day...well morning and then nightly I will advise though to use delicate brush head when using twice daily...love love love..xoxo

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rated 5 of 5 fuudandbits on 1/28/2012 7:47:00 PM More reviews by fuudandbits

Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Black, Straight, Fine Eyes: Brown

Adding the Clarisonic into my skin regime has been amazing! I've been using the Clarisonic Plus for about a year, I did use it twice daily for the first month or so but found it quite drying so I've been using it at night to ensure I get all my make up off. It's definitely helped with getting every trace of make up off, I've even convinced and bought a normal brush head for my boyfriend who has been using it too!
It's a great product and well worth the investment, I was a bit skeptical too as it seemed quite hyped about even a year ago. But i do have to say it, among other things Im sure it's helped clear my skin up.

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rated 5 of 5 top reviewerrickisyed on 1/27/2012 1:56:00 PM More reviews by rickisyed

Age: 30-35 Skin: Very Oily, Tan, Warm Hair: Brown, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

I got the Clarisonic PRO with a gift card last year to save my face with hormonal cystic acne. I do have to say it doesnt help. But it helps clean the face better if you where full coverage makeup everyday. For example, I use Revlon Colorstay but if I wear this foundation 5 days in a row, my pores get deeply clogged. So I have to use the clarisonic twice a week. I use the deep pore brush head. Its not a miracle tool but its better than a face cloth. I use my proactiv cleanser and then the clarisonic. Clarisonic does dry out my skin so and creates a smooth surface for makeup the next day. And when I get the squeeky clean face, my toner and proactiv lotion absorbs better. In the summer, its a miracle worker. In the winter, Im can only use this one time a week because my face is already on the verge of dry/combo.
For the body I only have use this in the shower but it doesnt do much for me, I really really wished there was a pedicure brush/pumice thingy for the feet. I would definitely use the clarisonic more for the body.
In conclusion, I should have just gotten the clarisonic classic or mia. Plus is great but who is using it on your body. There are scrubs more powerful for the body.

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rated 5 of 5 gothikim on 1/21/2012 3:33:00 PM More reviews by gothikim

Age: 44-55 Skin: Very Oily, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Brown, Other, Other Eyes: Hazel

I love love love my Clarisonic. I have sensitive pre-rosacea (flushes easily and painfully) skin, but with acne and the beginnings of fine lines. Cleansing well, but gently, is of the highest importance to my skin regimen. The Clarisonic works wonders for me--cleansing well but without abrading my skin. I use the delicate skin replacement brushes for my face, and the body brush is awesome for elbows and knees, and any other areas that need a little exfoliation.
Sure, it's spendy compared to one's hands or a good ol' washcloth, but I feel like the Clarisonic brush provides a superior clean with less irritation. I've had mine for about 2 years now, and it's still charging well and going strong.

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rated 5 of 5 disillusioned on 1/20/2012 10:46:00 PM More reviews by disillusioned

Age: 25-29 Skin: Acne-prone, Other, Not Sure Hair: Black, Other, Other Eyes: Black

I've been using this brush for 2 months now. I purchased it at a time when my skin was suddenly breaking out worse than I've ever experienced previously. Even the facials were not helping. I read all the reviews I could find on this product before I decided to take the plunge.
I use this with the Philosophy Purity cleanser, sensitive brush head, on the lowest speed, for 1 minute, day and night. The results have been amazing. The zits I had went away within a week, and lately, I've been able to use heavy moisturizers which just sink into my skin. Overall, it's helped return my skin back to a pimple free state and I would recommend it to anyone who is still wavering on whether or not to purchase this.

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rated 2 of 5 APD on 1/18/2012 10:34:00 PM More reviews by APD

Age: 25-29 Skin: Combination, Fair, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Hazel

I was so excited when Clarisonic came to Australia - I have been wanting one for years.
I used it for a few months every night but I must admit I don't use it anymore - I just didn't see any major changes in my skin from using the brush. I used the gentle brush head but it still feels a but rough on my skin which is fair with alot of redness on my cheeks always.
Honestly, I think if you have invested in a good cleanser (I'm now using SKII Gel cleaner which is fantastic at removing make up and dirt gently) I don't think this brush is doing anything extra for your skin.
I have normal to combination type skin which is not very oily, perhaps if you have very oily skin this product would be more useful.

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rated 5 of 5 gimmemorenars on 1/15/2012 3:03:00 PM More reviews by gimmemorenars

Age: 30-35 Skin: Normal, Fair, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Blue

I have now been using my Clarisonic Plus for 3 weeks, mainly just once a day.
At first it seemed to give me dry and flaky patches, even using the lowest speed setting and the sensitive brush head. Then I changed the cleanser I was using and decided to try the Clarisonic cleanser for dry skin that was included in the package. Bingo! The dry and red patches went within two days.
I have been suffering from congestion under the skin on my jaw line, well... forever. It has now almost completely gone, and the congestion I got with my TOM has been alot less noticable and cleared up so much quicker.
My skin tone on my cheeks is now more even, pores less noticable. So much so, I can now wear nothing but a little concealer on my (diminishing blemishes) and loose powder. Everyone has commented on how healthy and clear my skin now looks.
I am looking forward to getting my Darphin Rosewood Cleansing Balm to use at night with it.
Oh yes, and the claims that you use less skin serum and moisturiser really are true. My skin care (Decleor products) now sink in so much better that I can feel the difference in benefit and I really am using less.
If I ever broke mine I would get another in a shot. Love, love, love it! Just persevere and find the right cleanser to go with it for you.

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rated 3 of 5 top reviewerhrtbrkr78 on 12/30/2011 6:55:00 PM More reviews by hrtbrkr78

Age: 30-35 Skin: Combination, Olive, Warm Hair: Brown, Straight, Medium Eyes: Brown

I'm a sucker for Oprah's picks. I have the sonic toothbrush that they also make that left my teeth feeling clean and thought it would do the same for my skin. It does leave my skin feeling soft but I don't know if the price justifies what a cheaper version could do just as well. Who cares if it rotates a hundred million times per second or whatever they claim? I don't think the end results justifies the means for this. It's not like I had bad skin to begin with. While I don't regret the purchase just to say I have this, I will not repurchase this or recommend unless someone has huge issues with their skin. I'll probably give this to my aging but young-looking mother.

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rated 2 of 5 boofoo on 12/5/2011 2:35:00 PM More reviews by boofoo

Age: 30-35 Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm Hair: Brown, Wavy, Fine Eyes: Green

Sad. I have been coveting this skincare tool for a few years now, and thought that by buying the Olay Pro X brush that I would be satisfied. Not so, I finally broke down, went to Nordy's and got my long-awaited Clarisonic Plus! Surely, it must be better than the cheap Olay brush, right? The first time I used it, it was like Christmas for me!! My skin felt very smooth afterwards, and I liked the body brush, even though I rarely used it. I kept it for a month, and liked the timer option. But I noticed that my skin did not improve dramatically. In fact, it did really not improve at all. I was still getting blemishes, the only difference was that they were going away faster, which I liked. But it made me wonder if using the Olay brush for a longer amount of time might achieve the same result? My pore size stayed the same, and they were still getting congested, even with the right skin care products. My skin seemed dryer after using this brush, even with the mildest cleanser, and the final straw was a patch of reddened skin that appeared on my cheek...was this brush too harsh for my skin? Also, I couldn't "access" the sides of my nose very well, given the size of the brush, and that is one of my biggest problem areas. I guess I was expecting a miracle here...I used as directed, and everything, and I just couldn't justify paying what I did, and not getting any results.

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rated 5 of 5 RuthG on 11/16/2011 3:41:00 PM More reviews by RuthG

Age: 44-55 Skin: Very Oily, Medium, Warm Hair: Brown, Wavy, Fine Eyes: Brown

Fantastic. I have had spots since I was a teenager, I'm 54. It took a month to completely clear my skin and I haven't had a spot since. Two minutes twice a day. I've just bought the deep pore cleaning head and I think it's improved the performance. What more can I say, I've the skin I've always wanted albeit with enlarged pores but that can't be helped. I'm extremely pleased. I can face people with no make up.

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rated 4 of 5 Sophie1995 on 11/14/2011 1:17:00 PM More reviews by Sophie1995

Age: 18 & Under Skin: Oily, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Black, Other, Other Eyes: Black

It cleans my skin REALLY well. I have tiny bumps (acne) on my forehead and using this clarasonic it became smaller!
The only thing i am afraid of is my skin become sensitive or thinner due to the exfoliation

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rated 5 of 5 Verondear on 11/12/2011 10:10:00 AM More reviews by Verondear

Age: 36-43 Skin: Oily, Olive, Not Sure Hair: Black, Other, Other Eyes: Other

This brush was given to me as a gift and I have been using it with philosophy purity soap. I love this brush as it cleanse my pores better than when the regular hand cleaning. It leaves my skin soft and smooth after using it and feels that my skincare product is absorbed better afterwards. Totally recommended.

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rated 5 of 5 mrichards1229 on 10/31/2011 1:08:00 PM More reviews by mrichards1229

Age: 36-43 Skin: Normal, Fair, Not Sure Hair: Blond, Other, Other Eyes: Other

I bought my Clarisonic Plus in May to get my skin in top shape for my July wedding. I have normal skin and usually get one or two pimples around that time of the month. The first two weeks I did get some bumps, but I didn't pick at them and they went away within 2 days. I think it brings all of the dirt to the surface so initially you may get some bumps but don't get discouraged, now I rarely get a pimple. It makes your skin so clean and smooth. I definitely feel my serums and moisturizers absorb faster and are more effective.
The body brush was a huge bonus. I've always had KP bumps on the back of my arms. I tried KP Duty from Sephora and was disappointed when it didn't work for me. The Clarisonic was the first and only thing that has ever got rid of those bumps. I also get bumps on the inside of my thigh and ingrown hairs on the back of my thigh from shaving, the Clarisonic has eliminated those also! I use it 1-2 times a day on my face and 2-3 times a week on my body. I'm a Sephora addict but I got mine from QVC because it came with free Philosophy products, which I now use. I've always used Cetaphil but now I'm sold on Phiosophy Purity. It seems to work better with the Clarisonic. My sister just recently got hers at Sephora with a variety of free products included. You might as well check for who has the best products included if your buying it anyway.
I do have to charge it quite frequently, especially when I use it on my body. I make sure I clean my face first before I change heads and use it in the shower because it will die or be close to dead by the time I finish my body.
I definitely recommend this product, I am a fan for life!!

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rated 1 of 5 taoanna on 10/24/2011 10:12:00 AM More reviews by taoanna

Age: 36-43 Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Brown, Other, Other Eyes: Blue

Really.. no worth the money.
I can not even use it everyday, my skin is too sensitive.
For the body is not a bad solution(knees - Elbows), at least the plus version can be used for the body... otherwise I would have completely lost the money.

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rated 5 of 5 SusanJones on 10/20/2011 3:16:00 PM More reviews by SusanJones

Age: 44-55 Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium, Cool Hair: Brown, Wavy, Fine Eyes: Blue

I got mine at Dillards after a consult with a dr about a skin peel to even out tone and color. I am within my 60 trial that I gave myself. I like it alot. I use it twice a day, and it had made good on its claims. I don't use any of the cleansers, and I don't use expensive cleansers of any kind. My bit with Obagi ruined that for me... I use a simple Olay cleanser, the Clarisonic, add a serum after drying my face, and that it is. I am reducing the amount of make up I need as well. I'd get it again.

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rated 5 of 5 daniella1 on 9/23/2011 3:53:00 PM More reviews by daniella1

Age: 30-35 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Hazel

Ok so I got this as a pre Christmas Christmas present and I have to admit after a week I'd decided to send it back because I wasn't impressed.
But,.....and here's the but, I didn't give it a chance, so I decided to get it back out and try it again properly. And O.M.G, my skin is amazing, to the point that my colleague is putting a Clarisonic on her wish list!! Initially I think I used it too much for my skin, the recommended twice a day, but I only use it at night now, I remove my make up first and my skin is awesome, I have no blackheads and my skin looks plumper somehow?
I do admit that I started using the Tata Harper skincare line around the same time so at least some of the improvement is down to that but my skin is certainly smoother with the clarisonic, my husband has even commented and he never notices,...

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