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Sun Mar 28, 2010 4:49 pm  |
Okay, so my next gadget (LOL) is going to be a mechanical dry brush type thing. Almost like the Clarisonic, but I dont want to spend the $150+ for it. I know there are 3 other similar devices available: The Pretika, The Nutrasonic, and Susan Lucci's "Youthful Essence". The Nutrasonic is about $105, and it looks almost like a carbon copy of the Clarisonic. The Pretika is about $40-50, and "Youthful Essence" is about $30-40.
I'd like to NOT spend an arm and a leg for this, but at the same time, sometimes when you buy cheaper products, the product doesn't work as well as the more expensive, nor last as long. I heard the Pretika has given consumers problems with the charging cradle, and that the "Youthful Essence" wasn't worth it, wasn't as effective, etc...
But I just wanted to get your guys' opinions. I was looking to order it this week, but I just cant make up my mind. I REALLY want the Clarisonic, but I am still unsure as to whether or not I'd like to spend that kind of money on it. Anyways, I appreciate any kind of advice! HELP ME DECIDE! If any of you guys have used any of these devices feel free to share your thoughts, concerns about them! |
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Sun Mar 28, 2010 5:55 pm |
| Someone please correct me if I am wrong but I don't believe any of these are for dry brushing. I have the Clarisonic and have used just the brush not attached to the clarisonic as a dry brush to see how it would work. I much prefer the wooden bristle brush I bought at the drug store. |
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Sun Mar 28, 2010 6:02 pm |
| Frodo wrote: |
| Someone please correct me if I am wrong but I don't believe any of these are for dry brushing. I have the Clarisonic and have used just the brush not attached to the clarisonic as a dry brush to see how it would work. I much prefer the wooden bristle brush I bought at the drug store. |
I tend to agree on both counts, I would think the non-manual would be too strong for dry brushing.
I like my wooden ones best.  |
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Sun Mar 28, 2010 9:07 pm |
We go through phases of likes for various toys around here and I have the clarisonic and loved it when I first got it. I bought my mother the Pretika , I have dry brushes,Susan Lucci's stuff, and recently got Carole Maggio's two facial mits. Having access to all these the clarisonic is very soft and is good for cleaning..not really good for dry burshing..neither is the Pretika stronger brush than the clarisonic but not the best for dry bushing. My vote now would be Carole Maggio's mits. I see more glow to the skin and thickening when I use them than anything else I have used, and they are reasonably priced!  |
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Sun Mar 28, 2010 10:38 pm |
Really? Wow, I was under the impression that they'd be fine for dry-brushing especially if they offer a sensitive skin attachment. I also remember reading on this site that people have used the Clarisonic dry. I remember months back, I was at my friends house and she had Susan Lucci's device with a brush head on it, and I used it on my skin dry, and it felt great. The manual brush that I have actually seems to hurt more than the device did, and my manual one has all natural bristles!
Hmm, I still want one, even if I have to wet the brush. I feel like it's something that can really keep my skin clear and soft... |
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Mon Mar 29, 2010 4:23 am |
No actually I think they would be one of the worst tools for dry brushing, even if they are a sensitive head.
With the clarisonic, I can't see the point of using it dry, as for the sonic waves to actually loosen debris from the skin, it needs to have a medium it acts through like water.
With Susan Lucci's device I bought it, and at first thought it was great but then someone told me about washing my face after using the stuff that comes with her brush, and whereas after using her products with it, my skin felt smooth, when I washed my face and her prodcuts undoubtedly came off, my skin was actually extremely dry and not smooth feeling at all, so I've often wondered if its just the products and not the brush.
When your using your manual brush, you don't need to press hard into the skin, its soft strokes. Thats something many of us do initially (my hands are definitely up at that) but then I learned on here, its supposed to be done gentley. So try easing up on the pressure your using.
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Mon Mar 29, 2010 2:00 pm |
Thank you all for responding.
I suppose it might be too rough to do dry-brushing. But I just ordered one online anyway, I'll give it a try with some cleanser and obviously water to see what it can do. I got the Clarisonic Mia. It only has 1 speed, and its a little smaller then the more expensive versions. It was about $130 including shipping. I feel good knowing that I spend 130 instead of 200 or more for the higher models. The Mia comes with a sensitive skin attachment, but I plan on buying the "delicate" brush, as that one is even softer! I like how they are water proof as well.
I did some research and a lot of people said the Clarisonic is also great for exfoliation, so I'm sure it will help my skin no matter what!
This is my last skin care device I am buying, seriously. I'm such a sucker. |
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Mon Mar 29, 2010 2:25 pm |
EC413,
I think the confusion is I have seen some post about using just the brush head portion (hand held) to gently dry brush, not using it with the sonic action and water. We'll see if this is actually your last gadget! Joking, I think we are all suckers. LOL |
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Mon Mar 29, 2010 5:53 pm |
DM, that would be me! lol I use just the brush portion, (not attached to the body of the Clarisonic, but hand-held), to dry brush. I've done that since last spring, and have only now graduated to my Bernard Jensen Complexion Brush with natural bristles. The natural bristle brush is much tougher on the skin than the Clarisonic brush-head. I had to really work up to it.
I dry brush twice daily, and I'll never stop. It's made such a difference in my skin - thicker, exfoliated, glowing. I find dry brushing very energizing and I think it helps remove toxins, although for true exfoliation, I use the new Diamond-Weave cloth by thankyoustan on eBay. He is the originator of microdermabrasion cloths. I love the Diamond-Weave; it's far more effective than a normal microderm cloth.
Toby, you have the thickest, most gorgeous skin in America. I cannot believe you can use the mitts with no problem.  ~ JJ |
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Mon Mar 29, 2010 7:52 pm |
That would be you jj you devil you! LOL
I have a very soft brush that I purchased from DHC that I use, between that OCM and my little Iskin and the rounded microdermabrasion beads I get all that off of my skin and really see that glow we want! I just use what I already have. |
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Tue Mar 30, 2010 5:47 am |
| DarkMoon wrote: |
That would be you jj you devil you! LOL
I have a very soft brush that I purchased from DHC that I use, between that OCM and my little Iskin and the rounded microdermabrasion beads I get all that off of my skin and really see that glow we want! I just use what I already have. |
I am trying like heck to use up what I already have. I will be 90 when I'm finished.
ETA: What is Iskin? |
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Tue Mar 30, 2010 10:07 am |
Oooooh, that looks like a great gadget & it's got excellent reviews. I think exfoliating is super important. I have the Susan Lucci Youthful Essence gadget and cream. Now I'll have to go and dig it out! |
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Tue Mar 30, 2010 11:31 am |
| Toby wrote: |
| We go through phases of likes for various toys around here and I have the clarisonic and loved it when I first got it. I bought my mother the Pretika , I have dry brushes,Susan Lucci's stuff, and recently got Carole Maggio's two facial mits. Having access to all these the clarisonic is very soft and is good for cleaning..not really good for dry burshing..neither is the Pretika stronger brush than the clarisonic but not the best for dry bushing. My vote now would be Carole Maggio's mits. I see more glow to the skin and thickening when I use them than anything else I have used, and they are reasonably priced! |
Yeah, I agree; Carole Maggio's face mitts are also my favorite. They are great! I think I like them even a little better than Nancy's microfiber cloths for exfoliation, which I also really love. |
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Tue Mar 30, 2010 11:47 am |
| jjbeacham wrote: |
Oooooh, that looks like a great gadget & it's got excellent reviews. I think exfoliating is super important. I have the Susan Lucci Youthful Essence gadget and cream. Now I'll have to go and dig it out! |
LOL Now I went and reminded you of a toy you already have, they are pretty much the same and I really love what it does for my skin! |
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Fri Oct 29, 2010 4:43 pm |
DarkMoon, does Iskin help you to eliminate blackheads or reduce the size of pores? |
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Sun Oct 31, 2010 9:05 am |
RussianSunshine,
It keeps my pores very clear and gives my skin a lovely glow that is just amazing! The way you use it is daily for the first week and after just once-twice a week thereafter. (depends on your skin type) It also has 2 speeds for the same reason. I think it's a great value for the price, I have used it now for about 7 years, so it's well made. I also purchased each of my daughters their own and they adore this little gadget! |
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