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Wed Feb 24, 2010 2:03 pm  |
Thanks Essential Day Spa  I had a lot of difficulty finding the Clarisonic Mia in Vancouver. I'm so glad you had it in store.
I've been using the Mia for a month now and it's great!
I have acne prone combination skin. I generally use "sensitive skin" products because my skin can easily be too oily or too dry -- either conditions causes my skin to flare up.
Initially I used it both in the morning and night but after a week I use it just at night. There was a short period of purging but it went away really fast. It made a noticable difference in my skin. My acne didn't completely disappear but a lot of it cleared up & pimples clear away faster. I think the key to this product is it's ability to clean effectively (I don't get the makeup residue on the cotton pads anymore when I use my toner).
I recently went to Toronto and Whistler & it's definitely compact enough to take with me. Although I highly suggest you fully charge the Mia before you leave & that way you can leave the charger at home. After a full charge (it takes about a day), it works for 20 washes.
The downfall is that you'll have to replace the brush head every month. Mine's pretty worn out already. |
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Wed Feb 24, 2010 3:03 pm |
I got the Mia from EDS, as well. I think it is nice, but I have not seen any miracles with it (I have normal skin, no pores or breakouts).
I thought the brush head only had to be replaced every 3 months? |
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Wed Feb 24, 2010 6:17 pm |
| i don't get how using clarisonic is beneficial? |
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Wed Feb 24, 2010 6:53 pm |
| Natalyn wrote: |
| i don't get how using clarisonic is beneficial? |
It helps clean your skin better than just your cleanser and water, therefore enhancing the penetration of the products you use, clearing out pores, supposedly to help with skin tone, etc. |
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Wed Feb 24, 2010 9:58 pm |
| I recently started using the Clarisonic too. I think it's making my skin drier? Anyone experiencing this? |
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Thu Feb 25, 2010 6:06 am |
| 3rd.oculus wrote: |
| I recently started using the Clarisonic too. I think it's making my skin drier? Anyone experiencing this? |
Yes!! I was using it twice a day, then backed off to once a day, and now I only use it a few days a week. I do get very dry from it. Not sure if that will pass or not? |
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Thu Feb 25, 2010 7:27 am |
I use the Mia twice daily but I use a little less pressure than when I first got it. Also, it's my understanding the head needs to be replaced in approximately 90 days, depending on use.
I did not notice more dryness of the skin, but I have switched a few things I am applying so maybe they are more hydrating. I like the cleanser that came with the Mia. |
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Thu Feb 25, 2010 12:17 pm |
| rileygirl wrote: |
| 3rd.oculus wrote: |
| I recently started using the Clarisonic too. I think it's making my skin drier? Anyone experiencing this? |
Yes!! I was using it twice a day, then backed off to once a day, and now I only use it a few days a week. I do get very dry from it. Not sure if that will pass or not? |
Yeah, I've backed off to once every other day too. Maybe if your skin doesn't need that much exfoliation, it's not necessary and ends up making it drier instead. |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 10:15 am |
| It is well worth the purchase. I have been using this over a month. The results are noticeable. My skin is smooth and soft and my pores smaller. Overall my complexion has taken a turn for the better. Clarisonic Mia Cleaning System needs to be added to your daily face regime. Highly recommended! |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 10:24 am |
| onlyxi6 wrote: |
| It is well worth the purchase. I have been using this over a month. The results are noticeable. My skin is smooth and soft and my pores smaller. Overall my complexion has taken a turn for the better. Clarisonic Mia Cleaning System needs to be added to your daily face regime. Highly recommended! |
I just wonder if it's worth the hefty price tag I can say all the same using my under 40$ iskin from Sally's? No offense, but the price tag has really prevented me from buying any of the Clarisonic products?
DM |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 10:29 am |
| DarkMoon wrote: |
| onlyxi6 wrote: |
| It is well worth the purchase. I have been using this over a month. The results are noticeable. My skin is smooth and soft and my pores smaller. Overall my complexion has taken a turn for the better. Clarisonic Mia Cleaning System needs to be added to your daily face regime. Highly recommended! |
I just wonder if it's worth the hefty price tag I can say all the same using my under 40$ iskin from Sally's? No offense, but the price tag has really prevented me from buying any of the Clarisonic products?
DM |
Well, I think I have been using mine for at least a month now. I don't think it is worth the hefty price. I think if you have pore issues, etc., maybe it would be worth it, but for my aging skin it hasn't done anything. Another product that I feel I have wasted my money on, unfortunately. |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 10:52 am |
Thanks for that Riley, I was tempted at times due to so many raves, but what I have exfolieates very well and uses rounded beads so no worry about skin tears I think I can stick with what I have and find another use for the $$$
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 12:22 pm |
| I got one when I was using Nuderm so it is one of the originals. What is the difference? Is it just price,because I can't tell,mine was alot cheaper,as far as how it works,it does a good job keeping my pores clean and I don't have to exfoliate as often. |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 12:24 pm |
| Leggy 61 wrote: |
| I got one when I was using Nuderm so it is one of the originals. What is the difference? Is it just price,because I can't tell,mine was alot cheaper,as far as how it works,it does a good job keeping my pores clean and I don't have to exfoliate as often. |
The Mia or my Iskin? |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 12:27 pm |
| The Mia. |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 12:34 pm |
Here is the information from EDS
Clarisonic Mia™ Sonic Skin Cleansing System (4 items) $149.00 USD Convert
Mia, for on the go glow. Say hello to Clarisonic Mia. Mia is the new, go-anywhere Sonic Skin Cleansing System in a great compact size. The one-button, one-speed Mia fits your active lifestyle for beautiful, glowing skin wherever life's adventures take you.
Kit includes:
Cordless Clarisonic Mia
Compact pLink™ International Charger for worldwide use
Sensitive Brush Head
1 oz. trial size Gentle Hydro Cleanser
http://www.essentialdayspa.com/clarisonic-systems-m_408_822.htm
HTH |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 12:44 pm |
| Thanks DM, I really can't see any difference.I have the classic for 195.00 and oh the color.All remove 6 times the makeup. |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 12:52 pm |
| Leggy 61 wrote: |
| Thanks DM, I really can't see any difference.I have the classic for 195.00 and oh the color.All remove 6 times the makeup. |
I mainly think it's smaller, and might not have all the brush head choices but I can't swear? I get my make up off with OCM and the Iskin does the exfolieating for me so I just figure I will stick with that now, I can't give up OCM it works way too well for me.
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 1:40 pm |
| The Mia is smaller, only has one speed, can't take the body brush head, and has no timer. |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 1:49 pm |
| 3rd.oculus wrote: |
| The Mia is smaller, only has one speed, can't take the body brush head, and has no timer. |
Thanks for clarifying, I am not putting it down I know many love the Clairsonic's I just know what I have is enough for my skin. |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 2:09 pm |
I have been back and forth on purchasing this and have put it in my basket several times. I havce dry skin (which is even drier with this cold winter), and am worried it will make it drier. I see some of you complained of driness so I think I'll hold off ordering it until summer!
Thanks for the review and the insights that followed! |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 2:27 pm |
| DarkMoon wrote: |
| 3rd.oculus wrote: |
| The Mia is smaller, only has one speed, can't take the body brush head, and has no timer. |
Thanks for clarifying, I am not putting it down I know many love the Clairsonic's I just know what I have is enough for my skin. |
Absolutely. Some people even like it better, since the charger's more compact for travelling. |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 2:34 pm |
| Leggy 61 wrote: |
| Thanks DM, I really can't see any difference.I have the classic for 195.00 and oh the color.All remove 6 times the makeup. |
Now this could be why I don't notice anything special about it, as I don't wear make-up!! |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 3:34 pm |
| rileygirl wrote: |
| Leggy 61 wrote: |
| Thanks DM, I really can't see any difference.I have the classic for 195.00 and oh the color.All remove 6 times the makeup. |
Now this could be why I don't notice anything special about it, as I don't wear make-up!! |
LOL That's actually funny! When I use the Iskin it always floors me I use it on absolutely clean skin and the cream plus the Iskin at work and over a towel the dead cells come off and look grey, sounds gross I know but I know it's doing what it's meant to! I think another cost factor is that this is battery operated no charger but I just have rechargeable batteries and a charger. |
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Fri Feb 26, 2010 4:38 pm |
| So, DM, you can see dead skin come off when you use your Iskin even on clean skin? I wonder if my technique with the Mia is off or something. I honestly don't feel that is cleans any better than a microfiber cloth. |
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