:: Review :: Clarisonic RAVE
EDS Skin Care Forums Forum Index » Skincare Tools & Do-It-Yourself Skincare

free skin care · Tue Jul 10, 2007 6:19 am

Dear Lunarrm,

I had to update on this. My skin continues to improve with this brush. My face glows. Even my husband noticed and he wants one. I told my friend -- another skincare junkie with issues of clogged pores -- and she is in love with her brush too. She is having chemo on her chest for skin cancers and she said that the brush got rid of the dry flakes and didn't disturb the tender spots. I haven't had one breakout since I started using it despite extreme stress. I started up with my Obagi/Tazorac routine again and when I got some flakies I just ran the brush over them and they were gone! Everyone needs one of these that has skin problems.

free skin care · Tue Jul 10, 2007 6:47 am

Love my Clarisonic too. I've got very sensitive, dryish skin and use retin-a every few nights but haven't had any problems with adding the Clarisonic to my daily routine. I'm currently using the Delicate head but it seems the Sensitive was gentler.

I've been using mine for 6 months and the only issue I have is that it needs recharging after 3 weeks instead of the 30 days when it was new. hmm

free skin care · Thu Jul 12, 2007 8:37 pm

I don't feel that the Clarisonic is as intense as microdermabrasion but since you use it daily, the effects really do cumulate.

Clarisonic is a brush meant to be used daily for cleansing. You can read more about it's effects here on EDS Forums by doing a search and at the official website: www.clarisonic.com (which has before and after photos, etc.). While the Clarisonic does exfoliate, that is not it's primary purpose.

Microdermabrasion is not something you usually do daily unless you are using a cream like Epidermx. It is a more intense treatment.

Don't know if that helps or not. Just my 2 cents or so.

free skin care · Wed Jul 25, 2007 5:18 pm

Hi carekate,

I actually prefer using another cleanser than the one that comes with the brush. Right now I am alternating between Burt's Bees Orange Cleanser (oil) and Diana Yvonne's rosehip oil cleanser. They both work great with the Clarisonic. I tend to massage the cleansers onto my DRY face first to help pull any plugs from my pores. Then when I am ready, I wet the Clarisonic brush and use that for 2 minutes. Then rinse.

Hope that helps.

free skin care · Wed Jul 25, 2007 6:24 pm

iaimei wrote:

Would this brush cause any broken cap or worsen broken caps?

I can't answer that Confused

but I *do* want to take this opportunity to remind everyone that simply washing/rinsing one's face with water that is too hot or too cold can cause or exacerbate broken caps so make sure you only use lukewarm/tepid water when you're rinsing your face!

free skin care · Sat Aug 18, 2007 7:05 am

I just got my Clarisonic and I looooove it! It really does seem to help dislodge stuff from pores--- when I wake up in the morning and look at my skin it just looks so clear and beautiful. However, I'm definitely still using my E2 as well--- there's no way I will give that wonderful stuff up! As I understand it, the Clarisonic provides deep pore cleansing, however, it doesn't provide the kind of exfoliation that E2 does, so I think it's good to have them both. I still use my E2 everyday (sometimes twice a day!), and on the nights when I use my Clarisonic, I still gently use my E2 afterwards, concentrating on areas where I have acne scars.

free skin care · Tue Nov 13, 2007 9:05 pm

I use mine every other night and it really does a nice job. Buffs up the skin, exfoliates and if you can get one in PINK - wowsa!

free skin care · Tue Nov 13, 2007 9:11 pm

You won't regret it, Havana! This baby is my new best friend!

free skin care · Mon Jan 14, 2008 11:33 pm

OK, I never threw in my 2 cents before, but I am going to be very brave and risk the wrath of all you diehard Clarisonic fans...I was totally NOT impressed with the little "magic wand" most of you can't live without.
Like so many of you, I followed the thread and became completely convinced this was the next best thing since pantyhose! I took the leap, ordered it from EDS (got the discount, thank goodness!),and waited anxiously.
When the box arrived, I was so excited to open it up and get started right away, that I could barely contain myself while I waited the obligatory 24 hours to charge it up!!!
Well I tried it the first couple of days...nothing. A week or two...nothing. After about 6 weeks I thought this is a waste of my money, energy and time. In all fairness, I do have great skin, but I thought this should at least improve SOMETHING. I have no doubt that it is a good aid in one's cleansing routine but for me the price was too steep for what I got.
I must say though that I don't doubt it has been helpful for some of you, and for that I am glad.

free skin care · Mon Feb 04, 2008 11:37 am

katebargold,

I know others have bought the Clarisonic (N. American voltage) and used the Clarisonic charger with the appropriate converter/s.

Someone else posted recently that Clarisonic plans on coming out with a version/s meant for overseas so you might want to contact them to get the specifics (timeline, voltages, etc.): www.clarisonic.com

Sat Aug 02, 2008 3:48 am

Guess what? The Universal base charger is now available from Clarisonic directly. I am now looking into buying one.

Automatic Message

If this is your first visit to the EDS Forums please take the time to register. Registration is required for you to post on the forums. Registration will also give you the ability to track messages of interest, send private messages to other users, participate in Gift Certificates draws and enjoy automatic discounts for shopping at our online store. Registration is free and takes just a few seconds to complete.

Click Here to join our community.

If you are already a registered member on the forums, please login to gain full access to the site.