So here come the million dollar question, should you invest on a Clarisonic cleansing system?
It's pricey
Yes the price tag of beauty doesn't usually come cheap. The same goes for this device. The price of Pro, at the time of writing, is about MYR 849. That's a very steep price to pay to have good looking skin and it doesn't end at that. Every 3 months you will have to change the brush and the price of the brush is priced at MYR 90 per piece at Sephora but I saw a seller selling on Lazada and the price for the brush is at MYR55 even the price of the device is cheaper too. Anyway, bottom line is that it's still a pricey piece of skincare device to own. You can still achieve the same kind of effect if you spend enough time to clean it properly.
Different skin may achieve different result
To date, I have nothing but praise for this device. It's really effective on my skin and I can see the difference, before and after. Although I can't say the same for some of my friends that has embrace this system. I have a friend who bought it but due to her sensitive skin, she claims that the brush is causing breakout. So, I think it's a hit or miss thing. Alternatively you can loan one from a friend and buy your own brush, it's probably a cheaper idea then buying it and not using it later on. But that is also provided you have friends who are really nice and kind enough to loan their device to you.
It's not an exfoliator
If you buy this device thinking that it can be a replacement to your regular exfoliator and in the process save money then you are so wrong. This device is a cleansing system, the sonic technology that they use is nothing more than just a gentle vibration to the skin. I still use an exfoliator except on days when I exfoliate I don't use Clarisonic as I don't want to over exfoliate my skin.
Too stimulating to the skin
To some people they may feel that even gentle vibration from the device can be over stimulating for their skin. I think perhaps one can start off with using it once or twice a week rather than twice daily. Give it a slow start and see how it works for you. I have read online where some people experienced "purging" before they embark on their road to great looking skin. Personally I'm amused, I think if your skin really has strong reaction to it, one should stay away from it then come back to it again.
Charging takes time
The charging can be very long. I usually leave it to charge for about 24 hours but mind you, if you constantly on the machine, it will only last you at max half an hour. Also, if you leave the thing unused don't be surprise if you come back with a device with the battery dead. The battery depletes even when you don't use it. So it can be pretty annoying to me.
My conclusion
To date, I'm still quite happy with my Clarisonic albeit with some cons. The result is impressive. If you ask me whether I will still buy this thing again if given another chance, I will still go for it. Maybe you should too.
Hi Jasmine, my name is Lin from Lazada Malaysia. I'd like to contact you regarding this post, can you please drop me an email at noorazlina.noor@lazada.com.my? Thanks and I look forward to hearing from you. :)
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