Awesome! Totes changed my life. Was ready to chuck mine in the trash cuz kept breaking me out like BAD. I've been thru bunches of brush heads cuz they all seemed too rough, but I tried using distilled water instead of tap, and omg what a diff! No more red skin or bumps! Clarisonic totes owes u a job or commission for all the devices u've saved from getting trashed!haha
Use vinegar to remove the calcium buildup. It happens literally everywhere like diffusers, coffee makers like keurigs and many other things. Its really easy to get rid of also rubbing alcohol works
+Nopi if you put it on the charger after every time you use it, it won't matter how long the battery life lasts cause you'll be charging it the whole time ur not using it
Thank you for this video. I bought the Ma Fit about 2 years after my Mia 2 died. It hasn’t been holding a charge. I was thinking of replacing it with the new Mia, but after realizing how mold has been trapped in my current one, even after frequently cleaning it, I started rethinking whether I want to go with Clarisonic. After researching, I’m thinking going with an anti microbial cleansing brush like Fureo or PMD.
I bought one of the OG Clarisonics when they first came out. I've had it 11 or 12 years now and the battery is starting to not hold a charge. I saw a pretty good deal on Cyber Monday for a Mia Smart so I decided to splurge. The first thing I noticed about the new style ones is that the brush head has some sort of indicator on the back that's covered in foil. I'm not sure if it's some sort of chip or what to try to make you buy new brush heads more often. I'm kind of wishing I went with one of the dumb Mias instead of the smart one.
That's not pink mold, it's hard water stains from the tap. Mine gets like that too but i take the white ring off and use a childrens toothbrush and scrub the poo out of it with soap and then i also do it with alcohol. Now actual mold, i have noticed in the crack on the side of my clarisonic. I've had mine for 5 years and have never left it in my shower. I have also never had a charging issue but then again i have the plus version and it has a docking station, so i just set it on the dock at the end of every use.
it's not that bad that you have to charge it once a week. i've had mine over a year and haven't had any problems. secondly, if you're having mold issues, it's because you're not cleaning it. and what you have isn't even mold, it's calcium deposits. but bottom line, don't be gross. clean your equipment.
Thanks for being so KIND about it... You sound as if I've personally offended you or something. Good for you that you've had no problems. Your experience is not everyone's experience, however. 1.5-2 years in and you have to charge every day or two, so yeah, battery life becomes an issue. My point about cleaning it was more that the company and sales reps don't stress that importance, which means a lot of people don't think about it.
the "pink mold" is actually calcium from harder tap water. where I live it's everywhere, shower heads, water taps, everywhere. it's not mold though. it's perfectly fine
despite what they say in Clarisonic's manual, In my opinion, exfoliate your skin two times a day (even mildly) is a crazy thing to do. the skin has to have time to recover the natural oils to stay healthy. Definitely does not seem a good idea to clean the face with Clarisonic and then put on makeup, clogging the pores all over again, and then having to make an even heavier cleaning at night to remove all the makeup used. Our skin is a living thing and needs to breathe and rest just as we do.
Tiago Motta You're right. I do like to skip days here and there (I also don't wear a full face of makeup every day). I mainly like it at night after having had makeup on, because the Clarisonic always seems to find more!
***** Yeah!! i think this is the right way to use it. Once a day, at night is perfect, this way your skin get through the night breathing well. I use mine just 3 times per week and it's great for my skin. xoxo...have a great weekend!
Grace Jones I think shaving everyday is crazy, at least here in Brazil, men shave just twice a week. I never use razors, i work the trimmer on my facial hair and that's enough for me, but i guess men are getting clever about facial hair cos each day i see more and more men who don't shave at all, they're just growing a beautiful and stylish beard. About make up, i fear the future for those women who don't leave the house without make up on. I've been noticing more and more young women of 20/25 with lines and even wrinkles and that's just the beginning, cos as you said, the formula of these products bring really bad stuff for our health.
***** Yes. Clarisonic can be a good ally to keep your skin clean, but it has to be used with caution cos i've seen people who got crazy with it (i mean, using clarisonic 3 times per day) and got the skin bruised and brittle. the most important thing about skin products and devices is that we have to know our skin very well so we can identify what is doing good and what is not.
+Broke for Beauty ~Merry Christmas~ I just received the Clarisonic today from my folks. I really like this video. Thanks so much for the info. I'm using mine tonight. Looking forward to starting this regimen. Great points you bring up. Thanks again. Ttyl ~
Ok, no. The Clarisonic does NOT "pull" matter from your skin. Only things that cause cell turnover are actives, BHA AHA and RA. If the Clarisonic is causing you to break out it's not for you!
+Replicant Rachel That is not true. Do your research. Many have broken out at first, but then it clears up and they say their skin is better than ever, and no breakouts. If you're still breaking out after a while using it, then it may be the cleanser, the water or the brushhead that is too harsh. Many ways to make the clarisonic work.
+Rachel Rosen It is the brush head type that can cause breakouts. If the brush head is not the right type for one's skin type, it will over-exfoliate, which leads to the skin produce more sebum to compensate, which results in breakouts. Use the cashmere or delicate brush heads, and you should have no problem. ~Vee Kay, Licensed Esthetician
The woman in this video knows nothing and sounds like she just made a bunch of stupid assumptions and made a video for YT bc that's what the loudly uninformed like to do these days lol
Your skin doesn't "purge" then get better. That's completely untrue. You need to clean your clarisonic before each use if you want to prevent breakouts
+ttlovesyou well if you watch other beauty gurus on youtube that have tried and reviewed them, a lot of them do say that you do break out before your skin clears up.
+ttlovesyou You do have a point. I remember watching Wayne Goss (makeup artist) and he got the same problem when he was using one particular brush head, I can't remember which one. His dermatologist told him the same thing you're saying..it doesn't get worse then get better...so we went back to using his original brush head and never had a problem again.
Wayne's skin issue was with the deep pore brush. I was thinking of ordering the deep pore brush last night, remembered watching his video ages ago. So I watched it again, I'm sticking with the sensitive brush head.
I'm not sure what dermatologist you are going to, but your skin does purge. I've been on accutane 3x each time my skin got worse before it got better because it "purged" Clarisonic does the same thing brings all the dirt up to the surface of your skin
SarahClose1 I'm so glad you found this helpful! If you take really good care of your Clarisonic from the beginning, you should be able to avoid some of these issues.
The pink mold as you call it is NOT calcified deposits. Do people read? It's a bacterium called Serratica Marcesens. It's in most water, and is not something you can prevent with water filters and such, the only thing one can do is have a tungsten rod installed in the hot water tank. I
+Replicant Rachel Thanks for this comment. For some reason I'm only seeing it now. I've gotten many, many comments telling me what it is or isn't. Serratica Marcesens was casually called "pink mold" in a lot of what I read online before making this video, and it seemed a likely culprit. Whatever it is, it's gross and I don't like it in my Clarisonic! I wish people would focus on THAT more than telling me I'm wrong! lol
I've had my Clarisonic for five years and the battery life hasn't changed. I let it run down completely before recharging it so don't know if that makes a difference. I place my Clarisonic face down after using it and dry it out. I remove the brush head and allow it to dry out. I also swab the Clarisonic with alcohol regularly to clean it.
Me too! Love mine. Going on 7 years now and I take care of it every single day and it’s wonderful ❤️. If you’ve got pink mold and leaving it in the shower.....well, duh..
Same here, i was a little surprised she doesn’t take the brush out to dry after every single use which i do. You have o dry it out and any other items you put in your skin face or body. Also mine is working as great as the first time i used it and i charge it only one every 4-6 weeks and i use it once a day unless there is an occasion then its twice.
Leaving it out to dry overnight with the brush head off should be plenty to dry it out and keep it sanitary. I'm sure that it's just calcified water deposits. You could try soaking just that part of it in vinegar for about 20 minutes, that should clear it out. Vinegar is EXCELLENT for hard water deposits.
Chris Harrison Yes, I think that's what they recommend. After making this video I started doing that, and I've been doing that on my new one as well. So far, no problems at all!
Ugh im SO confused! should i buy clarisonic or should I not? cause i have a sensitive+acne prone skin and i have been dealing with little bumps under the skin my whole life. Now this information about breaking out horribly had me scared for life.
Summer M i used to have those little bumps but using a konjac sponge helped a ton! i still use my clarisonic a couple times a week, but since i have sensitive skin i don't do it everyday
Good luck! the charcoal konica sponges are great for drawing out impurities and killing acne-causing bacteria but it can be too hard on sensitive skin, so a regular one might be a better choice for daily use
Summer M I have super sensitive skin, and I gave up about a month and a half into the Clarasonic. My skin got dry, flaky, and irritated, and my rosacea flared up. I'm now into my Foreo Luna Mini 2, and it's SOOO much better.
Summer M mine changed. My skin just became better and better each day each use. I bought my mom and sister one. The video makes it sound difficult but it's good and easy to use. She makes it sound bad.
I literally ran to my bathroom to take my brush head out so my Clarisonic wouldn't go mouldy! I had no idea that that could happen. Thanks for these helpful tips
Hi, the pink staining is actually another family of microorganism,quite a common bacteria, especially where moisture is found, called Serratia marcescens. Simple but regular cleaning will stay on top of it. I've linked just one site that discusses it - Huffington Post also has a post on it. Hope this helps. www.mtvewater.com/forms/pink%20slime.pdf
BlessedEternally1 Thanks for bringing this up. I've added an annotation saying that this is a possibility. Whatever was in my Clarisonic, the point still stands that the device needs to be cleaned out, because mold is certainly still a risk when the device isn't taken care of properly!
Spray grapefruit seed extract on it in a spritzer. GSE is like a natural safe bleach. Look up the mixture ratio with distilled water for all kinds of uses😊
Thank you for this though. You are right, a lot of owners do not mention the possible mold issue. If you take good care of the Clarisonic, it will last for a while, but ultimately, you will need to replace it at some point, the battery does not last forever, sadly. You would think that with all this technology, they could make something that could last, but I guess for 100-200 bucks, and 3 years worth of life, that is not too bad.
I am specialist in clarisonic and let me tell you, you should clean your brush and your device once a week with soap and dry it,. That's the reason you have that pink thing.
i have one for more than 6 years and only now it's battery is starting to "fade". the secret? i read user guide. mine suggests to keep clarisonic on the charger when it's not in use! works to me!
I purchased this item, actually the profile, a month ago and I love it. Breakouts have to do with what type of cleanser your using and what types of creams/serums you use. Also, you didn't mention if you switch out the brush heads, they are supposed to be replaced every three months if you use it daily. I use it once a day and I would think more than that would probably dry out or irritate the skin, depends on your skin I guess. I would have thought it was obvious that anything you use that gets wet would need to be dried off. I dry mine off after using it. I don't think these things were advertised as mold resistance, like anything else, if you don't clean it you will have issues with it.
Just ordered a Mia 2 yesterday and am so glad I found your video! Lots of great tips to keep in mind and if anything you're helping to ensure we have the best experience possible with the product. :)
I think this is a great video and the battery life problem is new to me. The very first one lasted me years! I think all the latest models were designed not to last. Great video!
Chris Harrison Thanks! I definitely think the more recent cheaper lines are not meant to last too long, but I have the Smart Profile now and it seems like it's going to last twice as long as my original Mia.
You are right! I have had mine for 7 years and was working perfectly until I dropped it... The company is totally making them to stop working around the two year mark. It's all about the $$$.
Since the Claridinic is water proof it would be fine to dunk the head of it in a bowl with water and bleach and let it sit a few minutes. The mold will disappear from every nook and cranny.
I'm looking into buying a Clarisonic or Forneo Luna, and hands down no comparison, I'll probably purchase the Clarisonic, it seems to deep clean your face with brush bristles against rubbing something that's I don't know what type of fibre, soft rubber? against your face. What you're mentioning in your video about the mold, it's logical, you have to clean your Clarisonic. For the price you're paying for it, you shouldn't be leaving it lying in the Shower wet, it's easy, take off the brush, clean it and air dry it - it's like cleaning your cosmetic brushes, I clean them almost after every usage.
I hadn't considered that deep cleaning with my terrible water would be bad. Thank you for bringing that to my attention. I haven't really noticed any problems with my skin though, as I always seem to have acne but then I always have been showering at this same house. And that same pink bacteria grows in my shower and sinks as well. I used to think it was mold too but it's actually not and you can look it up on Google and there will be some University papers and some scientific papers on it. Basically I use rubbing alcohol in mine but on the one occasion that I did have that pink bacteria, I ended up throwing out my brush head and putting bleach into the base of my Clarisonic. Never again have I left the brush head on after using it. I wash it out every time while I'm still in the shower and wash the brush head as well and sit on the side of the shower to dry.
1.5 year is not long to have a product which starts carping out. Imagine, that my Brown Shaver lasted 10 years, this is a real piece of shit. Guess what? People won't buy a new one. I won't.
I've been having mine for about 3 years now and the battery its just fine and I use it twice a day, I charge it every two weeks and to prevent mold you need deep clean your Clarisonic (don't need to use bleach, you can try white vinegar and water) and even the instructions says to deep clean it, so just take the time to keep your stuff clean :)
Just spray it with Hydrogen Peroxide after using. The regular strength is 3% and comes in those ugly brown bottles from the drugstore / supermarket. You can spray it on anything (it's great for your toothbrush). You need to keep it in the brown bottle, though, as sunlight will turn it back into water.
Please do not waste your money on purchasing any Clarisonic product as the product designs are subpar. The company uses cheap rechargeable batteries that will cease to hold a charge in a little as two years. It appears they expect you to purchase a new device at 234.33 every two years as they know and accept the fact that the product will cease to operate. They have discontinued the Plus model which was one their premier models without as much a single word so if you purchased the body accessories which I have and your device fails which it will the accessories are rendered useless. Even if one chose to buy another unit, there is no way to use them. I have had three devices in 5 years all of which stopped charging long before the 5-year lifespan. I have never dropped any of the devices and have always washed the units after every use. Please boycott them until they figure out a solution to their design problems and give replacements to all the consumers who were ripped off by this company. We, consumers, need to send a message letting all these corporations know, we do not approve of corporate greed.
If you happen to own a Sonic Care toothbrush, whatever that nastiness is that builds up, needs to be watched for as well on the toothbrush. I would just toss mine back in the drawer and didn't think about it until I was traveling one weekend. I took the brush head off for packing and what I found growing under there was disgusting! Granted, you shouldn't be putting that part of the brush in your mouth, but it comes close when cleaning back teeth! It's easy to clean using a regular toothbrush...keep in mind that without a source of moisture, mold can't grow. So get in the habit of removing the brush head after each use and you can avoid ever experiencing this issue.
I have the smart profile Clarisonic, I use mine twice a day and always remove my brush head after each use and dry the back of the brush head, I dry the bristles of all the excess water and Then i dry my device of all excess water.... and then I let it air dry in a large make up bag with the zip half open for air circulation, guess what.. I still get some of that pink hard water residue. It’s annoying. If only their was a way to take off the white ring to be able to thoroughly clean under it and then put it back on. I do this twice a day... because I use the Clarisonic twice a day.
That pink mold is called Serratia Marcesans and it LOVES to feed on soap scum. I've seen this grow in the guest shower where it wasn't used often, but also wasn't cleaned as often. Ewww, but is very easy for me to clean and it is one of the less harmful molds, unless you are very sensitive to that particular strain.
I don't think that's "pink mold" or hard water, but rather Serratia, a common bacteria that likes water and produces a a pink or red pigment. Credentials I'm a medical laboratory scientist and this is a common entobacteria.
Just so you know the Clinique brush is made so no holes underneath the brush head so you can’t get mold in the brush. Plus it’s smaller and lighter and cheaper.
I was wondering about the mold. I take mine apart after every use and only use it every couple of days but found black mold in it. I didn't know because without glasses I'm basically blind and I leave it open and face down on a shower holder. Cleaning it now
I take apart my Clarisonic after every use and stand it up in a small glass jar. I also wipe it down with a dry towel. I've never had a mold problem and I've been using it for about a year.
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You can use vinegar to cleanse your clarisonic if you find mold. We use it for people on breathing machines that have a moister tank. Might be safer than bleach..
I want to give more information to people before buying the clarisonic devices, after 2 years if they do not work anymore they have to be thrown into the rubbish because there are no care centers! so you think very well before buy them!
I use my Mia 2 twice daily and have never experienced an issue, and the 'real story' is that it is a terrific product. You can't handle a fly?? That is concerning! I trust you don't drink your water if it affects your appliances so negatively. I filter my water thru a Berkey..the best for quality, cost efficient water.
I love it when people comment on a video I made 3 years ago just to be mean... I never said it isn't a terrific product, I just wanted to share some of my experiences with the product I didn't see discussed. That's great that you've never had a problem with yours. That doesn't mean it's true for everyone, and judging by the comments on this video, most people don't have a perfect experience with it.
How is 5 or 6 hours of battery bad? Just keep it on charge when you are not using it Did you try the sensitive skin brush for clarisonic? I heard Clinique has one for sensitive skin. No one puts their clarisonic in the shower. Wash your face before or after you shower. The machine is waterproof the brush has moisture which breeds bacteria and mould. You should deep clean your shower and don't keep a lot of products in the shower. This review is telling me you didn't follow the instructions. I hope you don't feel insulted but it's not right to give an unfair review I'm sure once your bathroom is deep cleaned,there are less things inside your shower that keep moisture inside after you are done showering, and you switch to a sensitive brush and not the standard for normal skin brush that comes with it. you will notice e huge decrease of problems with it and your skin. . If you wear makeup, take it off as soon as you are done doing what you had the makeup on for ex parties work, errands etc. Use moisturizing, no water needed face cleansing / toning/ moisturizer 3 in one products along with oil to remove makeup and makeup residue. After makeup removal. implement argan oil in your skin care routine ( it soaks into the skin automatically, and is suitable for daytime as moistiriser/skin regenerating oil), or cold pressed extra virgin olive oil (if you have severely dry skin- only at night or for makeup removal). Use jojoba oil for an antibacterial treatment if the bumps are from bacteria or clogged pores from the mould on the brush you used and as a barrier moisturizer if you have acne too, or just in the hard bumps ( it's technically a wax and not an actual oil, so it may not provide a lo of moisture that skin into the skin, and as a barrier to protect and treat skin. It is a natural antibacterial treatment with a bit of moisture. Clean your brush with tea treatment oil to get rid of the mould. After you can re-intergratw your clarisonic with a sensible skin brush slowly until you reach the ability to use it more regularly. I hope some or all of what I wrote is helpful. Once again this has no hate. I get painful irritation bumps and hives and they scarred my face badly.
+SONIA SOHI Thanks for this long and thoughtful comment. To respond... Battery life: 5 or 6 hours of battery isn't objectively "bad," but it can pose a problem for some people. For example, if someone travels a lot, it's a drag to have to worry about the charger all the time. Some people also just find it annoying -- like if your phone suddenly could only get through a half day, it's not "bad" battery life, but it adds extra thought to what used to be carefree. "No one puts their Clarisonic in the shower" - I don't think THAT'S a fair statement to make. You can't speak for the thousands of people who own a Clarisonic. Many people leave it in the shower. I've seen TH-camrs/online reviewers take photos or video showing their Clarisonic in the shower, or they say something like "I always just leave mine in the shower, it's so convenient!" When something is waterproof, and you likely use it while you shower, there are bound to be people who just leave it there. Deep cleaning and me not following the instructions - Nowhere in the documentation does it say to not leave the device in the shower, deep clean the bathroom, etc. It says to remove the brush head and clean the brush and device weekly. It doesn't talk about letting it dry fully to prevent bacteria. There isn't much about preventing bacteria at all. Which was my problem. It's not insulting at all that you want a fair review. It's not cool that you'd think I'd make a video without "following the instructions," especially if you yourself don't have a full understanding of those instructions, either. Also, the brush head that comes with the device IS a sensitive brush head, not normal. Skincare instructions you included - those are helpful and work for some people. It might not work for everyone. I'd try to talk about your regimen as tips for others, rather than instructions that one must follow. I really appreciate that you took care to emphasize that your criticisms come from a place of helping me and my viewers, and not hate. Truly! That's why I took the time to give this response. No hate on this side, either. This was one of my first videos, so I know I probably could have phrased things better, etc. Thanks again!
I knew about the skin purging but not heard about the water in the house (is it suitable) and il remember to clean under the brush head as well thanks for that
mine got soap scum in it because i forgot it in my mom's shower for a week...i had to soak it in apple cider vinegar and scrub with a q tip to get rid of it ughhh
I am using my husband sign-in here, but I have to make additional comment. You made and excellent point about water. I find I break out depending on the tap water. Also, don't press the brush on your skin. Allow the brush to do the work. I've commented before on this video and it was nice communicating with you. The mold was very informative! I just purchased Mia 2 and it is charging the first 24 hours. I can't wait to use it. In the past, when I had the old one, I always had the habit of removing the brush head after every wash and allowed it to dry on my vanity table, not the bathroom. Your video is very informative and I still purchased Clarisonic, but I will make sure I remove the brush head as I did years ago. Thank you!
John H Great additional tips! How's the Mia 2? I hope you love it. It sometimes takes a little time for your skin to get used to it, so hang in there if it's not super life-changing yet. It sounds like you'll take great care of it.
***** I love it! The key is getting the right type of cleanser that is gentle but does not leave a residue on your skin. Don't press the brush on your face. Allow it so glide and do it's work. I didn't break out from Mia 2. I didn't press hard on my skin and got a cleanser that is not over drying.
I have purchased clarisonics at least twice at full price, and both of them eventually just stopped charging at all. It's still been under warrantee, so I have been able to switch them out for new ones, but they've still died about a year or 15 months later. They all die the same way. I plug them in to charge and it makes the original hook-up "beep-beep-beep" and then keeps beeping the whole time it's connected to the charger. But doesn't turn on again. I've also caught them turning themselves on and running on their own. I'm sure that doesn't help the battery. Given how expensive they are, I would expect them to last longer than that. I do love the product but seriously... ugh... so wasteful. I am curious if anyone else has had this problem, considering I have now had FOUR of them die in the exact same way.
HellenWSC That sounds terrible! You're right - if you're paying that much for a device, you shouldn't have to go through the hassle of replacing them so often. I personally haven't experienced any of the problems you described, but if anyone else has, let us know!
YES GIRL, NOW i KNOW WHY MY SKIN IS BREAKING OUT AND THEY ARE NO PIMPLES, JUST SMALL BUMPS. IT IS THE CLARISONIC. However, you mean to tel me that now I have to use bottle d water? Another expense to add with Clarisonic becasue you have to purchchase brushes all of the time. Oh no, im return ing mine becasue i have no control of my water supply. I rather use my hands and exfoliate. Cheaper and less time consuming. And the mold. Too much hi
+Bella Cosmetique I don't think you have to use bottled water. I just noticed a difference when I used tap water my skin wasn't used to. If you've been washing your face with the same water, you shouldn't run into that problem.
Just bought the Vanity Beauty Brush on sale for $38! I'm hoping this is a good one, comes with 3 brushes, 2 speeds and a nice hard case. Anyone like this product? I ALMOST got the Clarisonic but too expensive for my first brush.........any feedback?
Nikki Calnin kind of late on the reply lol, but I have both and the vanity planet brush is nice, but it’s a simple brush that uses a simple spin move. Good for basic cleaning, but take it easy if you have sensitive skin. Good if you’re starting out with figuring out a skin care regimen Clarisonic however uses a unique technology that is patented. Instead of just spinning the entire brush which can be harsh, it stays still aside from the interior bristles that move in a special pattern at a frequency that actually massages the skin at a cellular level which gently pushes the impurities out of your skin.
EXCELLENT video, very interesting information, specially the tap water thing! I've had my clarisonic plus for 4 years and only now it started showing battery problems. The difference, I suppose, is that I keep it in the charger all the time. I use it and put it back on the charger. I've read about people who had problems charging it in the first couple of months so, maybe keeping it on its charger can help improve battery life
hnohara That's an interesting idea. I've heard that doing that can actually make the battery worse faster, but it seems like that isn't the case for you. I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
About the water quality... What can you do if the water is potable, obviously, but maybe harsher? It's probably the only variable you can't control, especially if you're renting. I don't think putting a water purifier on the faucet would help?
+twiggyjali You know, that's a great question. I'm not an expert on this, so I'm not going to give a definitive yes or no on the water purifier (any experts out there to chime in??). It could be worth a try. If all else fails, I'd suggest purchasing purified water to use, or praying that your skin can somehow adapt to the water you have in the tap. Again, I have no idea what I'm talking about!
on the bright side, my mia 2 charge lasts longer than my vibrator
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Scrub it with a baby toothbrush (they are smaller to get into the tight areas) and spray with alcohol and leave to dry.
I've had mine for over 2 years and still works great!
Awesome! Totes changed my life. Was ready to chuck mine in the trash cuz kept breaking me out like BAD. I've been thru bunches of brush heads cuz they all seemed too rough, but I tried using distilled water instead of tap, and omg what a diff! No more red skin or bumps! Clarisonic totes owes u a job or commission for all the devices u've saved from getting trashed!haha
Wow, I'm so excited that I was able to help you! Comments like this beat a commission any day, although that would be hilarious...
Use vinegar to remove the calcium buildup. It happens literally everywhere like diffusers, coffee makers like keurigs and many other things. Its really easy to get rid of also rubbing alcohol works
why can't you just put it on the charger after every time you use it??? it's not that complicated lol
+Mahri Crawford Yeah, 'cause that won't minimize the battery life at aaaaaall.
+Nopi if you put it on the charger after every time you use it, it won't matter how long the battery life lasts cause you'll be charging it the whole time ur not using it
I agree, doesn't seem like a problem to me
if you do this and dont let the battery empty itself, you minimize the battery life even more!
That a really quick way to kill the battery. Come on, learn your science.
Thank you for this video. I bought the Ma Fit about 2 years after my Mia 2 died. It hasn’t been holding a charge. I was thinking of replacing it with the new Mia, but after realizing how mold has been trapped in my current one, even after frequently cleaning it, I started rethinking whether I want to go with Clarisonic. After researching, I’m thinking going with an anti microbial cleansing brush like Fureo or PMD.
I bought one of the OG Clarisonics when they first came out. I've had it 11 or 12 years now and the battery is starting to not hold a charge. I saw a pretty good deal on Cyber Monday for a Mia Smart so I decided to splurge. The first thing I noticed about the new style ones is that the brush head has some sort of indicator on the back that's covered in foil. I'm not sure if it's some sort of chip or what to try to make you buy new brush heads more often. I'm kind of wishing I went with one of the dumb Mias instead of the smart one.
That's not pink mold, it's hard water stains from the tap. Mine gets like that too but i take the white ring off and use a childrens toothbrush and scrub the poo out of it with soap and then i also do it with alcohol. Now actual mold, i have noticed in the crack on the side of my clarisonic. I've had mine for 5 years and have never left it in my shower. I have also never had a charging issue but then again i have the plus version and it has a docking station, so i just set it on the dock at the end of every use.
its Serratia Marcescens.
I just got mine out after not using it for a few years and it`s completely dead. :(
I soak mine in baby sterilizing liquid to prevent mold
it's not that bad that you have to charge it once a week. i've had mine over a year and haven't had any problems. secondly, if you're having mold issues, it's because you're not cleaning it. and what you have isn't even mold, it's calcium deposits. but bottom line, don't be gross. clean your equipment.
Thanks for being so KIND about it... You sound as if I've personally offended you or something. Good for you that you've had no problems. Your experience is not everyone's experience, however. 1.5-2 years in and you have to charge every day or two, so yeah, battery life becomes an issue. My point about cleaning it was more that the company and sales reps don't stress that importance, which means a lot of people don't think about it.
Oh no. Not offended at all.
That’s not mold. It’s from hard water.
the "pink mold" is actually calcium from harder tap water. where I live it's everywhere, shower heads, water taps, everywhere. it's not mold though. it's perfectly fine
+applesandoranges244 Is hard water bad for your skin?
+astrea79 no just a bit drying
+astrea79 it's just water with lots of minerals
+applesandoranges244 I was thinking the same thing. And it could also be residue of the foundation she is removing with the device.
applesandoranges244 thank you!!! I was annoyed by that.
despite what they say in Clarisonic's manual,
In my opinion, exfoliate your skin two times a day (even mildly) is a crazy thing to do.
the skin has to have time to recover the natural oils to stay healthy.
Definitely does not seem a good idea to clean the face with Clarisonic and then put on makeup, clogging the pores all over again, and then having to make an even heavier cleaning at night to remove all the makeup used.
Our skin is a living thing and needs to breathe and rest just as we do.
Tiago Motta You're right. I do like to skip days here and there (I also don't wear a full face of makeup every day). I mainly like it at night after having had makeup on, because the Clarisonic always seems to find more!
***** Yeah!! i think this is the right way to use it. Once a day, at night is perfect, this way your skin get through the night breathing well.
I use mine just 3 times per week and it's great for my skin.
xoxo...have a great weekend!
Would you suggest getting Clarisonic?:)
Grace Jones I think shaving everyday is crazy, at least here in Brazil, men shave just twice a week. I never use razors, i work the trimmer on my facial hair and that's enough for me, but i guess men are getting clever about facial hair cos each day i see more and more men who don't shave at all, they're just growing a beautiful and stylish beard.
About make up, i fear the future for those women who don't leave the house without make up on. I've been noticing more and more young women of 20/25 with lines and even wrinkles and that's just the beginning, cos as you said, the formula of these products bring really bad stuff for our health.
***** Yes. Clarisonic can be a good ally to keep your skin clean, but it has to be used with caution cos i've seen people who got crazy with it (i mean, using clarisonic 3 times per day) and got the skin bruised and brittle.
the most important thing about skin products and devices is that we have to know our skin very well so we can identify what is doing good and what is not.
omg thank you for this video 😱 just checked mine and it....was not so clean under the brush xD cleaned it now!
You're welcome, I'm so glad it helped!
+Broke for Beauty ~Merry Christmas~ I just received the Clarisonic today from my folks. I really like this video. Thanks so much for the info. I'm using mine tonight. Looking forward to starting this regimen. Great points you bring up. Thanks again. Ttyl ~
Sure thing. I hope you enjoy your Clarisonic. Merry belated Christmas, and Happy New Year!
Ok, no. The Clarisonic does NOT "pull" matter from your skin. Only things that cause cell turnover are actives, BHA AHA and RA. If the Clarisonic is causing you to break out it's not for you!
+Replicant Rachel That is not true. Do your research. Many have broken out at first, but then it clears up and they say their skin is better than ever, and no breakouts. If you're still breaking out after a while using it, then it may be the cleanser, the water or the brushhead that is too harsh. Many ways to make the clarisonic work.
+Rachel Rosen It is the brush head type that can cause breakouts. If the brush head is not the right type for one's skin type, it will over-exfoliate, which leads to the skin produce more sebum to compensate, which results in breakouts. Use the cashmere or delicate brush heads, and you should have no problem. ~Vee Kay, Licensed Esthetician
I have a clarisonic. I know what it does and doesn't do.
Nopi It can’t pull things out. It has no way of pulling things out. Do YOUR research, and don’t confuse cynical marketing lies for the truth.
The woman in this video knows nothing and sounds like she just made a bunch of stupid assumptions and made a video for YT bc that's what the loudly uninformed like to do these days lol
I've had mine for almost 6-7 years and the battery life is fine
+LX X which clarisonic do you have?
LX X hi, how Long take yours to charge ?
Clarisonic Mia
IT really depends, if the battery is all ran out, it usually takes about 4-8 hours.
LX X I run out completely and I have the smart profile, I have it for less than a week and I charge it for 24h the first time.
Your skin doesn't "purge" then get better. That's completely untrue. You need to clean your clarisonic before each use if you want to prevent breakouts
+ttlovesyou well if you watch other beauty gurus on youtube that have tried and reviewed them, a lot of them do say that you do break out before your skin clears up.
they all say that and they're all wrong. thats not how skin works. ask a dermatologist.
+ttlovesyou You do have a point. I remember watching Wayne Goss (makeup artist) and he got the same problem when he was using one particular brush head, I can't remember which one. His dermatologist told him the same thing you're saying..it doesn't get worse then get better...so we went back to using his original brush head and never had a problem again.
Wayne's skin issue was with the deep pore brush. I was thinking of ordering the deep pore brush last night, remembered watching his video ages ago. So I watched it again, I'm sticking with the sensitive brush head.
I'm not sure what dermatologist you are going to, but your skin does purge. I've been on accutane 3x each time my skin got worse before it got better because it "purged" Clarisonic does the same thing brings all the dirt up to the surface of your skin
this video was soooo helpful! i'm looking to buy one and this is so informative, thanks x
SarahClose1 I'm so glad you found this helpful! If you take really good care of your Clarisonic from the beginning, you should be able to avoid some of these issues.
why you feel so sorry because you tell people the bad side ?? People should tks for that
Grace Phan people get hate for anything now adays. u get hate for Sponorship, Being honest about a bad product. u jst can't win.
I have had my Clarisonic for 9 years and I still only charge mine every like 2-3 months. I use it twice a day as well.
Mine grew toxic black mold and I couldn't get it out so I had to get a new one. :'( Keeping the brush head separate all.the.time. is imperative.
The pink mold as you call it is NOT calcified deposits. Do people read? It's a bacterium called Serratica Marcesens. It's in most water, and is not something you can prevent with water filters and such, the only thing one can do is have a tungsten rod installed in the hot water tank. I
+Replicant Rachel Thanks for this comment. For some reason I'm only seeing it now. I've gotten many, many comments telling me what it is or isn't. Serratica Marcesens was casually called "pink mold" in a lot of what I read online before making this video, and it seemed a likely culprit. Whatever it is, it's gross and I don't like it in my Clarisonic! I wish people would focus on THAT more than telling me I'm wrong! lol
you can take that white plastic ring off inside the handle to do a deep clean. that info came from a clarisonic product trainer.
That pink stuff is not mold -- its mildew.
I've had my Clarisonic for five years and the battery life hasn't changed. I let it run down completely before recharging it so don't know if that makes a difference.
I place my Clarisonic face down after using it and dry it out. I remove the brush head and allow it to dry out. I also swab the Clarisonic with alcohol regularly to clean it.
+evelynjoyce which clarisonic do you have?
Me too! Love mine. Going on 7 years now and I take care of it every single day and it’s wonderful ❤️. If you’ve got pink mold and leaving it in the shower.....well, duh..
Same here, i was a little surprised she doesn’t take the brush out to dry after every single use which i do. You have o dry it out and any other items you put in your skin face or body. Also mine is working as great as the first time i used it and i charge it only one every 4-6 weeks and i use it once a day unless there is an occasion then its twice.
As soon as you said mold and I ran to find my Mia and took the brush head off
Leaving it out to dry overnight with the brush head off should be plenty to dry it out and keep it sanitary. I'm sure that it's just calcified water deposits. You could try soaking just that part of it in vinegar for about 20 minutes, that should clear it out. Vinegar is EXCELLENT for hard water deposits.
I always removed the brush head after every wash. I think it is in the instruction box
Chris Harrison Yes, I think that's what they recommend. After making this video I started doing that, and I've been doing that on my new one as well. So far, no problems at all!
That is wonderful! Mine is doing okay so far also.
I clean under the brush head with baking soda and vinegar..it foams up and really gets into all the moldy/dirty bits.
carrie snow Thanks for the tip!
how often do you do this?
I think the issue about Clarisonic is the level of bacteria that can accumulate on the brush.
That white ring comes out...
how?
@@JadaSnacks you just get under it with your nail and pry it
thank you, I just ordered mine, great tips :)
mold in clarisonic...no problem..... fly in the room...terrified for my life...#SAME!!! LMAO
Ugh im SO confused! should i buy clarisonic or should I not? cause i have a sensitive+acne prone skin and i have been dealing with little bumps under the skin my whole life. Now this information about breaking out horribly had me scared for life.
Summer M i used to have those little bumps but using a konjac sponge helped a ton! i still use my clarisonic a couple times a week, but since i have sensitive skin i don't do it everyday
Thanks a lot for the suggestion! I will go grab one today and I really hope it works out.
Good luck! the charcoal konica sponges are great for drawing out impurities and killing acne-causing bacteria but it can be too hard on sensitive skin, so a regular one might be a better choice for daily use
Summer M I have super sensitive skin, and I gave up about a month and a half into the Clarasonic. My skin got dry, flaky, and irritated, and my rosacea flared up. I'm now into my Foreo Luna Mini 2, and it's SOOO much better.
Summer M mine changed. My skin just became better and better each day each use. I bought my mom and sister one. The video makes it sound difficult but it's good and easy to use. She makes it sound bad.
Ive had my clairisonic for half a year and ive never had to recharge it
That moment you realize you're the only one that started off doing it right by your own instinct and taking it off after each use! Yay me!
Thanks for sharing. I recently purchased the Mia 2 and I love it.
I just got one and I'm glad I see this useful vid. Thank you.!
Thank you finally a video with cons
I live in uae.i bought clarisonic mia2. Within 2years the battery is dead it's not getting charged.i have to throw it....
No other option...
Hard tap water isn't breaking you out. The pink stuff is calcium in your hard water.
I literally ran to my bathroom to take my brush head out so my Clarisonic wouldn't go mouldy! I had no idea that that could happen. Thanks for these helpful tips
Abigail Alice Someone pointed out that it could have been soap scum, but either way, it's good to check every so often and clean out the device!
Abigail Alice Same!
Hi, the pink staining is actually another family of microorganism,quite a common bacteria, especially where moisture is found, called Serratia marcescens. Simple but regular cleaning will stay on top of it.
I've linked just one site that discusses it - Huffington Post also has a post on it. Hope this helps.
www.mtvewater.com/forms/pink%20slime.pdf
Jennifer Lunn Thanks for the info! It was so hard to know at the time what the stuff was... the internet is always here to help out :)
Wow thanks for sharing! Your video popped up on my feed as I was considering to get a Clarisonic.
very useful video since I'm planning to buy a Clarisonic ^^ thank you!
OMGosh! I had a COLONY of gunk underneath the brush. Eeeewwww. Thanks for the tips!
The pink is not mold, it's calcium deposits from your water. It's not harmful to your skin.
BlessedEternally1 Thanks for bringing this up. I've added an annotation saying that this is a possibility. Whatever was in my Clarisonic, the point still stands that the device needs to be cleaned out, because mold is certainly still a risk when the device isn't taken care of properly!
Spray grapefruit seed extract on it in a spritzer. GSE is like a natural safe bleach. Look up the mixture ratio with distilled water for all kinds of uses😊
Thank you for this though. You are right, a lot of owners do not mention the possible mold issue. If you take good care of the Clarisonic, it will last for a while, but ultimately, you will need to replace it at some point, the battery does not last forever, sadly. You would think that with all this technology, they could make something that could last, but I guess for 100-200 bucks, and 3 years worth of life, that is not too bad.
I am specialist in clarisonic and let me tell you, you should clean your brush and your device once a week with soap and dry it,. That's the reason you have that pink thing.
i have one for more than 6 years and only now it's battery is starting to "fade". the secret? i read user guide. mine suggests to keep clarisonic on the charger when it's not in use! works to me!
I purchased this item, actually the profile, a month ago and I love it. Breakouts have to do with what type of cleanser your using and what types of creams/serums you use. Also, you didn't mention if you switch out the brush heads, they are supposed to be replaced every three months if you use it daily. I use it once a day and I would think more than that would probably dry out or irritate the skin, depends on your skin I guess. I would have thought it was obvious that anything you use that gets wet would need to be dried off. I dry mine off after using it. I don't think these things were advertised as mold resistance, like anything else, if you don't clean it you will have issues with it.
Just ordered a Mia 2 yesterday and am so glad I found your video! Lots of great tips to keep in mind and if anything you're helping to ensure we have the best experience possible with the product. :)
Wooooww the water? 😱😱😱😱😱😱
can also try to use white vinegar on a Q-tip, white vinegar is good about killing bacteria
I think this is a great video and the battery life problem is new to me. The very first one lasted me years! I think all the latest models were designed not to last.
Great video!
Chris Harrison Thanks! I definitely think the more recent cheaper lines are not meant to last too long, but I have the Smart Profile now and it seems like it's going to last twice as long as my original Mia.
You are right! I have had mine for 7 years and was working perfectly until I dropped it... The company is totally making them to stop working around the two year mark. It's all about the $$$.
Since the Claridinic is water proof it would be fine to dunk the head of it in a bowl with water and bleach and let it sit a few minutes. The mold will disappear from every nook and cranny.
I put my brush head in rubbing alcohol about twice a week
I'm looking into buying a Clarisonic or Forneo Luna, and hands down no comparison, I'll probably purchase the Clarisonic, it seems to deep clean your face with brush bristles against rubbing something that's I don't know what type of fibre, soft rubber? against your face. What you're mentioning in your video about the mold, it's logical, you have to clean your Clarisonic. For the price you're paying for it, you shouldn't be leaving it lying in the Shower wet, it's easy, take off the brush, clean it and air dry it - it's like cleaning your cosmetic brushes, I clean them almost after every usage.
I hadn't considered that deep cleaning with my terrible water would be bad. Thank you for bringing that to my attention. I haven't really noticed any problems with my skin though, as I always seem to have acne but then I always have been showering at this same house. And that same pink bacteria grows in my shower and sinks as well. I used to think it was mold too but it's actually not and you can look it up on Google and there will be some University papers and some scientific papers on it. Basically I use rubbing alcohol in mine but on the one occasion that I did have that pink bacteria, I ended up throwing out my brush head and putting bleach into the base of my Clarisonic. Never again have I left the brush head on after using it. I wash it out every time while I'm still in the shower and wash the brush head as well and sit on the side of the shower to dry.
1.5 year is not long to have a product which starts carping out. Imagine, that my Brown Shaver lasted 10 years, this is a real piece of shit. Guess what? People won't buy a new one. I won't.
This is not mold. This is calc... wash your clarisonic with vinegar. Will be sparkly clean and good as new afterwards.
I've been having mine for about 3 years now and the battery its just fine and I use it twice a day, I charge it every two weeks and to prevent mold you need deep clean your Clarisonic (don't need to use bleach, you can try white vinegar and water) and even the instructions says to deep clean it, so just take the time to keep your stuff clean :)
Informative, thank you.
Just spray it with Hydrogen Peroxide after using. The regular strength is 3% and comes in those ugly brown bottles from the drugstore / supermarket. You can spray it on anything (it's great for your toothbrush). You need to keep it in the brown bottle, though, as sunlight will turn it back into water.
Please do not waste your money on purchasing any Clarisonic
product as the product designs are subpar. The
company uses cheap rechargeable batteries that will cease to hold a charge in a
little as two years. It appears they expect you to purchase a new device at
234.33 every two years as they know
and accept the fact that the product will cease to operate. They have discontinued
the Plus model which was one their premier models
without as much a single word so if you purchased the body accessories which I have
and your device fails which it will the accessories are rendered useless. Even
if one chose to buy another unit, there is no way to use them. I have had three devices in 5 years all of which stopped charging long before the 5-year lifespan.
I have never dropped any of the devices and have always washed the units after every
use.
Please boycott them until
they figure out a solution to their design problems and give replacements to
all the consumers who were ripped off by this company. We, consumers, need to
send a message letting all these corporations know, we do not approve of corporate
greed.
If you happen to own a Sonic Care toothbrush, whatever that nastiness is that builds up, needs to be watched for as well on the toothbrush. I would just toss mine back in the drawer and didn't think about it until I was traveling one weekend. I took the brush head off for packing and what I found growing under there was disgusting! Granted, you shouldn't be putting that part of the brush in your mouth, but it comes close when cleaning back teeth!
It's easy to clean using a regular toothbrush...keep in mind that without a source of moisture, mold can't grow. So get in the habit of removing the brush head after each use and you can avoid ever experiencing this issue.
I have the smart profile Clarisonic, I use mine twice a day and always remove my brush head after each use and dry the back of the brush head, I dry the bristles of all the excess water and Then i dry my device of all excess water.... and then I let it air dry in a large make up bag with the zip half open for air circulation, guess what.. I still get some of that pink hard water residue. It’s annoying. If only their was a way to take off the white ring to be able to thoroughly clean under it and then put it back on.
I do this twice a day... because I use the Clarisonic twice a day.
That pink mold is called Serratia Marcesans and it LOVES to feed on soap scum. I've seen this grow in the guest shower where it wasn't used often, but also wasn't cleaned as often. Ewww, but is very easy for me to clean and it is one of the less harmful molds, unless you are very sensitive to that particular strain.
I don't think that's "pink mold" or hard water, but rather Serratia, a common bacteria that likes water and produces a a pink or red pigment. Credentials I'm a medical laboratory scientist and this is a common entobacteria.
Just so you know the Clinique brush is made so no holes underneath the brush head so you can’t get mold in the brush. Plus it’s smaller and lighter and cheaper.
I was wondering about the mold. I take mine apart after every use and only use it every couple of days but found black mold in it. I didn't know because without glasses I'm basically blind and I leave it open and face down on a shower holder. Cleaning it now
I take apart my Clarisonic after every use and stand it up in a small glass jar. I also wipe it down with a dry towel. I've never had a mold problem and I've been using it for about a year.
So I have a new personal make up discovered that the post to have batteries are chargers what's. So I have a new personal make up discovered that the post to have batteries are what's that post to do with it
I might as well use drinking water... I live in a third world country.. there is no drinkable water from the faucet
I'm so glad I found this video! Just bought one and this has been so useful
You can use vinegar to cleanse your clarisonic if you find mold. We use it for people on breathing machines that have a moister tank. Might be safer than bleach..
I want to give more information to people before buying the clarisonic devices, after 2 years if they do not work anymore they have to be thrown into the rubbish because there are no care centers! so you think very well before buy them!
I use my Mia 2 twice daily and have never experienced an issue, and the 'real story' is that it is a terrific product. You can't handle a fly?? That is concerning! I trust you don't drink your water if it affects your appliances so negatively. I filter my water thru a Berkey..the best for quality, cost efficient water.
I love it when people comment on a video I made 3 years ago just to be mean... I never said it isn't a terrific product, I just wanted to share some of my experiences with the product I didn't see discussed. That's great that you've never had a problem with yours. That doesn't mean it's true for everyone, and judging by the comments on this video, most people don't have a perfect experience with it.
How is 5 or 6 hours of battery bad? Just keep it on charge when you are not using it
Did you try the sensitive skin brush for clarisonic? I heard Clinique has one for sensitive skin. No one puts their clarisonic in the shower. Wash your face before or after you shower. The machine is waterproof the brush has moisture which breeds bacteria and mould. You should deep clean your shower and don't keep a lot of products in the shower. This review is telling me you didn't follow the instructions. I hope you don't feel insulted but it's not right to give an unfair review I'm sure once your bathroom is deep cleaned,there are less things inside your shower that keep moisture inside after you are done showering, and you switch to a sensitive brush and not the standard for normal skin brush that comes with it. you will notice e huge decrease of problems with it and your skin. . If you wear makeup, take it off as soon as you are done doing what you had the makeup on for ex parties work, errands etc. Use moisturizing, no water needed face cleansing / toning/ moisturizer 3 in one products along with oil to remove makeup and makeup residue. After makeup removal. implement argan oil in your skin care routine ( it soaks into the skin automatically, and is suitable for daytime as moistiriser/skin regenerating oil), or cold pressed extra virgin olive oil (if you have severely dry skin- only at night or for makeup removal). Use jojoba oil for an antibacterial treatment if the bumps are from bacteria or clogged pores from the mould on the brush you used and as a barrier moisturizer if you have acne too, or just in the hard bumps ( it's technically a wax and not an actual oil, so it may not provide a lo of moisture that skin into the skin, and as a barrier to protect and treat skin. It is a natural antibacterial treatment with a bit of moisture. Clean your brush with tea treatment oil to get rid of the mould. After you can re-intergratw your clarisonic with a sensible skin brush slowly until you reach the ability to use it more regularly. I hope some or all of what I wrote is helpful. Once again this has no hate. I get painful irritation bumps and hives and they scarred my face badly.
+SONIA SOHI Thanks for this long and thoughtful comment. To respond...
Battery life: 5 or 6 hours of battery isn't objectively "bad," but it can pose a problem for some people. For example, if someone travels a lot, it's a drag to have to worry about the charger all the time. Some people also just find it annoying -- like if your phone suddenly could only get through a half day, it's not "bad" battery life, but it adds extra thought to what used to be carefree.
"No one puts their Clarisonic in the shower" - I don't think THAT'S a fair statement to make. You can't speak for the thousands of people who own a Clarisonic. Many people leave it in the shower. I've seen TH-camrs/online reviewers take photos or video showing their Clarisonic in the shower, or they say something like "I always just leave mine in the shower, it's so convenient!" When something is waterproof, and you likely use it while you shower, there are bound to be people who just leave it there.
Deep cleaning and me not following the instructions - Nowhere in the documentation does it say to not leave the device in the shower, deep clean the bathroom, etc. It says to remove the brush head and clean the brush and device weekly. It doesn't talk about letting it dry fully to prevent bacteria. There isn't much about preventing bacteria at all. Which was my problem. It's not insulting at all that you want a fair review. It's not cool that you'd think I'd make a video without "following the instructions," especially if you yourself don't have a full understanding of those instructions, either. Also, the brush head that comes with the device IS a sensitive brush head, not normal.
Skincare instructions you included - those are helpful and work for some people. It might not work for everyone. I'd try to talk about your regimen as tips for others, rather than instructions that one must follow.
I really appreciate that you took care to emphasize that your criticisms come from a place of helping me and my viewers, and not hate. Truly! That's why I took the time to give this response. No hate on this side, either. This was one of my first videos, so I know I probably could have phrased things better, etc. Thanks again!
I knew about the skin purging but not heard about the water in the house (is it suitable) and il remember to clean under the brush head as well thanks for that
So what about battery? That literally happens to all technology- phones, cars, etc. that's not news
Mold? Oh mine. I am rethinking to not to get Clarisonic. Mold is the worst thing for skin
The white part is just plastic insert, comes right off and does not affect warranty
TNQ for telling us the disgusting part , and thank u for letting we know how to let it dry 😁
mine got soap scum in it because i forgot it in my mom's shower for a week...i had to soak it in apple cider vinegar and scrub with a q tip to get rid of it ughhh
Been there... I've been trying so hard to take good care of my new one but I know it will eventually need a deep clean.
soak it in vinegar ... it's much safer and will kill mold spores
If I purchase one I will be using filtered water with it.
I thought clarisonic says to take the brush off? Ever since I have had it, I've done it
I think they say to take it off and clean the brush head and Clarisonic once a week. I now take it off after every time I use it.
Great my Clarisonic is pink... 😧😧😧
I am using my husband sign-in here, but I have to make additional comment. You made and excellent point about water. I find I break out depending on the tap water. Also, don't press the brush on your skin. Allow the brush to do the work.
I've commented before on this video and it was nice communicating with you. The mold was very informative!
I just purchased Mia 2 and it is charging the first 24 hours. I can't wait to use it. In the past, when I had the old one, I always had the habit of removing the brush head after every wash and allowed it to dry on my vanity table, not the bathroom.
Your video is very informative and I still purchased Clarisonic, but I will make sure I remove the brush head as I did years ago.
Thank you!
John H Great additional tips! How's the Mia 2? I hope you love it. It sometimes takes a little time for your skin to get used to it, so hang in there if it's not super life-changing yet. It sounds like you'll take great care of it.
***** I love it! The key is getting the right type of cleanser that is gentle but does not leave a residue on your skin. Don't press the brush on your face. Allow it so glide and do it's work.
I didn't break out from Mia 2. I didn't press hard on my skin and got a cleanser that is not over drying.
So helpful thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
great video! Thanks!
OohLaLaHolly Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.
I have purchased clarisonics at least twice at full price, and both of them eventually just stopped charging at all. It's still been under warrantee, so I have been able to switch them out for new ones, but they've still died about a year or 15 months later. They all die the same way. I plug them in to charge and it makes the original hook-up "beep-beep-beep" and then keeps beeping the whole time it's connected to the charger. But doesn't turn on again. I've also caught them turning themselves on and running on their own. I'm sure that doesn't help the battery. Given how expensive they are, I would expect them to last longer than that. I do love the product but seriously... ugh... so wasteful. I am curious if anyone else has had this problem, considering I have now had FOUR of them die in the exact same way.
HellenWSC That sounds terrible! You're right - if you're paying that much for a device, you shouldn't have to go through the hassle of replacing them so often. I personally haven't experienced any of the problems you described, but if anyone else has, let us know!
my charger broke and idk what to do now
YES GIRL, NOW i KNOW WHY MY SKIN IS BREAKING OUT AND THEY ARE NO PIMPLES, JUST SMALL BUMPS. IT IS THE CLARISONIC. However, you mean to tel me that now I have to use bottle d water? Another expense to add with Clarisonic becasue you have to purchchase brushes all of the time. Oh no, im return ing mine becasue i have no control of my water supply. I rather use my hands and exfoliate. Cheaper and less time consuming. And the mold. Too much hi
+Bella Cosmetique I don't think you have to use bottled water. I just noticed a difference when I used tap water my skin wasn't used to. If you've been washing your face with the same water, you shouldn't run into that problem.
Just bought the Vanity Beauty Brush on sale for $38! I'm hoping this is a good one, comes with 3 brushes, 2 speeds and a nice hard case. Anyone like this product? I ALMOST got the Clarisonic but too expensive for my first brush.........any feedback?
Nikki Calnin kind of late on the reply lol, but I have both and the vanity planet brush is nice, but it’s a simple brush that uses a simple spin move. Good for basic cleaning, but take it easy if you have sensitive skin. Good if you’re starting out with figuring out a skin care regimen
Clarisonic however uses a unique technology that is patented. Instead of just spinning the entire brush which can be harsh, it stays still aside from the interior bristles that move in a special pattern at a frequency that actually massages the skin at a cellular level which gently pushes the impurities out of your skin.
EXCELLENT video, very interesting information, specially the tap water thing!
I've had my clarisonic plus for 4 years and only now it started showing battery problems. The difference, I suppose, is that I keep it in the charger all the time. I use it and put it back on the charger. I've read about people who had problems charging it in the first couple of months so, maybe keeping it on its charger can help improve battery life
hnohara That's an interesting idea. I've heard that doing that can actually make the battery worse faster, but it seems like that isn't the case for you. I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
About the water quality... What can you do if the water is potable, obviously, but maybe harsher? It's probably the only variable you can't control, especially if you're renting. I don't think putting a water purifier on the faucet would help?
+twiggyjali You know, that's a great question. I'm not an expert on this, so I'm not going to give a definitive yes or no on the water purifier (any experts out there to chime in??). It could be worth a try. If all else fails, I'd suggest purchasing purified water to use, or praying that your skin can somehow adapt to the water you have in the tap. Again, I have no idea what I'm talking about!