Clarisonic Mia 2 Review

What is the Clarisonic and what is it suppose to do:

*The Clarisonic is an advanced at home skin cleansing system

*Cleanses skin 6x better than hands alone

*The brush moves 300 times per second to open pores and lift dirt and debris out

*Prepares skin for better absorption of moisturizers, creams and serums

*Gentle enough to use 2x per day

*Uses sonicare technology and moves in a micro massaging motion to remove impurities

*Leaves skin softer, smoother and more beautiful
*Cost: $149 +taxes

Directions: Gently move the brush using small circular motions. Use on the forehead (20 seconds), nose/chin (20 seconds), and both cheeks (10 seconds each) the device will beep to let you know when to move from section to section.

*Brush heads should be changed every 3 months and cost $29 each or $45 for two.

My results and review:

Initial results...

*My skin never felt cleaner and more refreshed after using this device

*My skin felt very smooth and soft

*The texture of my skin was more even

*My creams and face products seemed to be working and absorbing more efficiently 

* The overall appearance of my skin was more radiant 

*My makeup applied more evenly because my skin was more even in texture

*I needed to use less cleanser because the brush helped distribute and lather my cleanser more effectively 

*I loved that it only took one minute to cleanse my face 

*I woke up with skin that looked fresh and polished

*I no longer needed to exfoliate

After 3 weeks the irritation started...

*I did not notice a big difference in the size of my pores but I do not have large pores so this wasn't a negative.

*The device takes a very long time to charge 18 hours!

*After 3 weeks of using my device once per day every night with light pressure my face began to get irritated, itchy and sore. I was not breaking out yet but I did feel that maybe the brush head was too harsh even though it is suppose to be for sensitive skin. I think the sensitive brush head is more suited for people who have normal skin. I purchased the delicate brush head for $29 hoping that it would be less abrasive. 

After 6 weeks... the real problems began

I heard a lot of rumors that this device can make you break out when you begin to use it but I didn't really believe it. Many of the reviews claim that some people go through a purging stage where the debris and dirt in your pores comes to the surface and causes beak outs for a while. 

My skin began breaking out. It started with irritation and a week or so after that I had acne on all the areas I used my Clarisonic on. I have rarely if ever got pimples on my forehead and chin but I began getting them. Red bumps and pimples started popping up on my face especially on the areas I used the Clarisonic on the most. I was using a gentile cleanser that had never caused any issues, light pressure and the delicate brush. I was also only using the device once per day even though the directions claim you can use it twice per day. 

UPDATE: (5 Months later)

After owning the Clarisonic Mia for almost 6 months now my skin has improved from the initial purging phase. I now use my Mia 1-2 times per week with the delicate brush head and that seems to be working for my skin. You should use it whichever way is most efficient for your skin type.

The model I got:

The Clarisonic I got is the travel size Mia 2 but it is still quite large

The color is passion fruit (limited edition)

The system also includes:

*Universal voltage charger

*Sensitive brush head

*Travel size cleanser

*Protective case

*Instruction booklet

Conclusion:

The Clarisonic is not for everyone or every skin type. It may work well for some and not for others.

The Olay Pro X cleansing system never caused any irritation or break outs so that is an option for those who want a cleansing device.

The Mia  provides a great cleanse and as long as I only use it a couple times a week I have no major issues.