<p>I’m considering purchasing Clairsonic cleansing devices for my DILs. A friend’s D loves hers. Any experiences/opinions would be welcome. Thanks!</p>
<p>I bought one several months ago on the recommendation of several CC members. I have very sensitive skin and was worried about harsh exfoliators. No matter how much lotion I slathered on I had dry, flaky patches. Several posters here were big fans and convinced me it was worth a try. I’m so, so glad I listened. I wish I could remember who so I could thank them! I started using the Mia2 with my regular face wash (I prefer philosophy, but aveeno is really good too). I know this sounds like a silly endorsement, but I was really amazed at the difference in my skin in just two weeks. I use the brush for sensitive skin. My DH could use a good exfoliator…I popped the original brush on and handed it to him on his way in the shower one morning. If I thought he’d use it I’d get one for him too. </p>
<p>The only thing I will add just as a maintenance tip I learned after I changed the brush head the first time and saw that a bit of mold had grown underneath, even though I keep it on the bathroom vanity, not in the shower. It cleaned right up with a q-tip and some hydrogen peroxide, then rinsed with water. Now every other day I’m sure to pop the scrubber head off to make sure everything has a chance to dry and it stays nice and clean under the brush head. When something is next to your skin you want to make sure it’s very clean!</p>
<p>edit to add: I usually shop with Ulta. Ulta and Sephora are the same price, however through ebates Ulta is currently 4% while Sephora is 10% (which can add up). Both have free shipping over $25 right now.</p>
<p>I am also pleased with the Clarisonic. It is effective at exfoliation, but very gentle. My skin was visibly improved after a short time - clearer, brighter. I think that using it helps skin products penetrate better. I don’t use it for every face wash, but only a few times a week. </p>
<p>Thank you for the maintenance tip, blueiguana.</p>
<p>Love mine!</p>
<p>Thanks! The Clairsonic site has 20% off devices today. Now, just to decide on colors!</p>
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<p>I love my Clarisonic. I keep it in the shower so I will remember to use it every day. The charge lasts a long time – at least 3 weeks. I have the Mia which is a slightly smaller model and less expensive. I also use the brush for sensitive skin. I think it does a really good job of exfoliating which lets the serums and creams soak in better.</p>
<p>I think it is a great gift. I also use mine with Philosophy skin cleaner. I have the least expensive model as do my girls, we are happy with them. I bought my D’s through Sephora and mine at Ulta. I used coupons at both places. One catch is the replacement heads are expensive.</p>
<p>I think it’s a great gift; I love mine. I’d add a maintenance tip–not only is it important to keep the area under the brush clean, but you should replace the brush as well. I replace mine once a year.</p>