Skin Care Splurge: Clarisonic, Worth the Money?

Hey y'all! A few weeks back, I posted a, skincare routine blog post and mentioned my Clarisonic. It's been all the rage for a few years now, and after doing my research, and watching/listening to tons of reviews via YouTube, I decided to purchase one. They retail for about $150 and claim to remove makeup, dirt and oil significantly more than washing without. I would probably agree with that. They also say it's gentle enough to use twice a day. I TOTALLY disagree. Even with the delicate brush (the one I use),  it's too harsh and actually tends to promote breakouts and irritation. At least for me. Great exfoliating tool? Yes. Great cleansing tool? When used sparingly and occasionally. Overall skincare holy grail? No. This is a nice luxury skincare tool to own, but it's not a must have as far as I'm concerned.

Final Grade: B-/C

Rachel

Healthy Skin Regiment

Good and healthy skin should be your number one beauty priority! Establishing a routine and ADHERING to that routine (the hardest part) is key.

Night Routine

1. Pre-wash. If you wear makeup, using a makeup remover wipe first is good to wipe off surface makeup, dirt and debris from skin. My favorites? E.L.F. wipes and Neutrogena makeup remover wipes.

2. Then, using lukewarm water, wet your face and use your preferred facewash to cleanse your face. (I alternate using my hands and my Clarisonic device.) Cleanse for about a minute. Rinse.

3. Moisturize. This is SUPER important. Just as you moisturize everywhere else, the face is just as important...if not more! Moisturizing helps keep skin soft, supple, and helps keep wrinkles and fine lines at bay! Believe it or not, my most favorite moisturizer of all time is......VASELINE! Use in moderation, and this thrifty jewel will do wonders!

Morning Routine

Over-washing is detrimental for your skin. So, in the morning, I don't repeat last night's routine...too harsh. Instead, I gently splash my face with lukewarm water, pat dry, apply witch hazel with a cotton ball and moisturize.

Maintain this routine, or something like it and you'll see a major difference in your skin!

Rachel