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CLARISONIC® Skin Care Brush |
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Introduction & Overview |
CLARISONIC® Skin Care Brush is advertised as a device that uses sonic frequency and high-speed brushes to repair and clean damaged skin. This device is called a “non-abrasive” cleaner, and is adjustable for different speeds. According to the CLARISONIC® promotion, this device may work to decrease fine lines and improve skin elasticity, while reducing oily skin. However, with its rather expensive list price and unusual skin care approach, we will have to take a close look at this product to determine its potential benefit for skin care.
The CLARISONIC® website makes some interesting claims, but also lacks significant background information at this time. Not all skin care products are equal, and in order to avoid disappointment and potential side effects, we believe it is crucial that women become aware of what constitutes a top quality skin care item. We’ll take a closer look.
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| Product at a Glance |
The basic concept behind CLARISONIC® is that it is essentially a formation of brushes that rotate at high speeds, essentially “buffering” the skin’s surface. While CLARISONIC® is said to work “with” the skin and not against it, we have a difficult time understanding how this item is supposed to promote any significant changes in the skin quality.
According to the official website, CLARISONIC® is recommended for use up to two times per day. CLARISONIC® is a waterproof device and comes with a warranty and money-back guarantee. The official website is rather informative, and even presents a video on how CLARISONIC® works, yet we still remain skeptical of this item’s potential effectiveness.
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| Product in Focus |
The CLARISONIC® website presents some rudimentary graphs that are supposedly based on “research,” yet the origin of this data or how the tests were carried out is not disclosed. CLARISONIC® benefits from a large degree of press coverage; however, it’s important that people are aware of the fact that many devices of this kind are simply “flavor-of-the-month” products. In other words, unique products often receive a wide array of press due to their unusual approach. This press isn’t necessarily positive, and many of these kinds of items disappear from the market in a matter of months.
Realistically, CLARISONIC® isn’t supported by the kind of evidence that we see for many of the marketplace’s top-quality skin care topical formulas. Many women report astounding results from using skin care creams or serums that are expertly formulated. However, we believe it is important that women know which formulas are safe and effective. A good alternative to an expensive, yet potentially ineffective device like CLARISONIC® may be a topical skin care product that includes the highly reputable ingredient, Matrixyl 3000®. When combined with Argireline®, it is known to produce highly effective, yet safe skin care results that promote anti-aging, build Collagen and reduce fine lines.
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| Lifestyle |
There are so many products on the skin care market, and sifting through them may seem like a grave undertaking. With CLARISONIC®, we have the case of a product that seems to lack background information, which suggests it may fall under the umbrella of gimmick or scam products. At first glance, CLARISONIC® seems like an interesting product that may offer a unique new method to skin care, but looking closer, we come to feel that CLARISONIC® isn’t likely to be more effective than a properly formulated Matrixyl 3000® product.
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| Positives |
• Unique product
• Handheld device
• Waterproof
• Easy ordering
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| Negatives |
• High list price at around $195
• We have concerns about the efficiency of this product
• Doesn’t contain Matrixyl 3000®
• Lacks user testimonials at time of review
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| Final Thoughts |
We believe women interested in safe, effective skin care may be better off avoiding CLARISONIC® and searching for a product that combines Matrixyl 3000® with Argireline® and other essential ingredients. In addition, CLARISONIC® appears to lack an adequate refund policy, and for an item so lacking in clinical support, we would expect to see a better customer guarantee.
Being informed about the market and searching for skin care items with safe and high quality ingredients may be a person’s best defense against the hundreds of fraudulent products. We feel buying a product with a great refund policy and customer service is also a great place to start. Most important is to look for advanced ingredients, like Matrixyl 3000®, Argireline® and Hyaluronic Acid, which are safe, yet highly effective. Taking the time to be informed about a product may be the best thing a person may do.
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Lauren: I was reading your review on the Clarisonic facial cleansing brush. I thought I might be able to provide some review on the product!
I recently received the brush as a Christmas gift. I have only been using the brush for about 2 weeks now...but my skin is a THOUSAND times better!!! I struggled to find good facial cleansers because I have dry and very sensitive skin...and in fact began suffering from breakouts...which I had never had before. I could go to bed with make up on and wake up with clean and clear skin....but that recently hasn't been the case. At the age of 29 I am just now learning about breakouts. Because this was never my problem in the past.
However, after using the Clarisonic...I have been BLOWN away by the results it has produced!! I have no more blemishes...no reoccuring breakouts...smaller pores...smoother skin...more radiant skin...and have been so pleased with how my skin looks, bare with no make up on. My boyfriend said my skin looks like an 11 year old!!!
Clarisonic has truly been the BEST product I have used in a LONG time!!! I finally found a solution that is free of chemicals, good for senitive skin and actually provides results!!! This was my BEST gift EVER this Christmas!!
catherine_chatterbox: OMG Lauren, you sound like your doing a commercial for CLARISONICSKinCare Brush! For real, were you paid? Or maybe it's just the thrill of receiving it as a gift? Becuase I paid for this thing and am quite disillusioned with it. It hasn't decreased my acne, and in fact it has caused quite a bit of irritaion that has led to additional breakouts. Maybe this product is best for those (like yourself) who have had non acne-prone skin for most of their lives. I would assume your case was mild. Mine has never been mild, and its not any better than the CLARISONIC SkinCareBrush. Sorry.
