5 Responses for "Clarisonic PRO Deluxe Professional 4-Speed Skin Care System with Spot Therapy Kit, White"

1. M. Guillermo June 25th, 2010 at 11:46 pm 1

   PROS
   
   + Easy to use, easy to handle, not heavy. Clarisonic is like a mechanical toothbrush.
   
   + There are two buttons, one to turn it on/off, and the other is good for the speeds. For the “Pro” Model, there are 3 speeds for the faces, and 2 speeds for the body.
   
   + 60-Second timer for your face, which is plenty of time to fully remove make up, so my white towels stay white when drying off. I can no longer be lazy to wash my make up off before going to bed. I can see that my pores are clean and it feels like my facial products, like moisturizers, can work more effectively now.
   
   + 3-Minute timer for your body, so I will focus on one part of the body each day, or use it multiple times in one long shower. I hate scrubbing my body with a loofah sponge or a face towel. Let’s just say… I don’t take quick showers anymore!!
   
   + Clarisonic claims that the battery life is good for 30 minutes (or washing twice a day = 2 weeks). I found it lasted a few days when washing the face twice per day plus a few times for my body, which did not last during my 1-week vacation, so I was out of luck for a few days since I did not bring my charger.
   
   + Comes with plastic covers/caps, one for the facial brush head and another one for the spot body brush head, which are handy when traveling or trying to dry the brush heads. By the way, buying replacement brush heads usually include a new plastic cover/cap.
   
   + Battery life indicator (4 green dots) is on the back of the handle.
   
   + The brush heads are easy to rotate, remove, clean and replace. The brush heads are supposed to last 3-4 months, but I have only had it since February. After I clean off my foundation make up, I rinse the brush head, wash it for a few seconds with hand soap, and then leave it out to dry. By the way, the brush heads can be found for $20 nowadays (save $5 off retail price).
   
   + Waterproof so it can be used in and out of the shower.

   CONS (or room for improvement)
   
   - The power cord is permanently connected to the docking station (charging base), so it’s not easy to wrap up for traveling.
   
   - Does not come with a travel bag, but there is a Spot Therapy Kit on sale for $50, which includes the Spot body brush head, exfoliating Clarisonic Body Polish (6 oz, full size), and a travel bag.
   
   - The brush head does not seem to dry overnight, so make sure to tilt or face it down to drain the water. I suggest removing the brush head once in awhile to get any trapped dirty water out.
   
   - I don’t always leave it in the docking station because a tiny bit of water collects at the bottom even though there is a small hole for draining.
   
   - The retail price of $225 is pricey, so I bought my first one on eBay which included extra brush heads, but now Amazon is offering it at a competitive price, so I plan on buying a second one to keep at my boyfriend’s place. Please note that Clarisonic sells the “Plus” version, which is 3-speeds, since the “Pro” version with 4-speeds is supposed to be used by professional. But can you really put a price on your skin?? Consider this a life-long investment. Maintenance is much cheaper in the long run and much less painful than face lifts and botox. I still get monthly facials, but the Clarisonic is an effective tool for everyday use, like a mini facial in the privacy of my own home.
   
   - The size of the docking station for travel purposes.

   Overall, I love my Clarisonic brush and definitely recommend it to friends and family!
   Rating: 5 / 5

2. Spamhater June 26th, 2010 at 12:48 am 2

   The one I received was missing the spot therapy brush. I called Clarisonic at their customer service number to request the missing item. She informed me that amazon is not an authorized seller of this item and that they will not stand behind the warranty. The package itself says “available exclusively from your skin care professional.” The package also does not correspond with the item I bought has no spot therapy brush is included with this item. The UPC code is covered with a separate label.

   I am extremely disappointed in amazon. I didn’t know they sold gray-market goods.

   Rating: 1 / 5

3. Shannie AKA 'TheJavaGoddess' June 26th, 2010 at 1:08 am 3

   I couldn’t resist this because all I needed was to read ‘smaller pores….’
   
   After a few weeks, the pores do appear smaller, but (YIKES!) there are now wrinkles where I never noticed them before!
   
   That being said, I’ll now explain that a clean pore is less noticable than a clogged one. My pore size is the same, but they are indeed less noticable. And the wrinkles….well, lets chalk that up to my new Clairsonic-induced need to peer into a magnifying mirror. Only the bravest of women should dare own a magnifying mirror. I suspect that the fine little laugh lines are partly more prominent due to the dry skin from the excellent exfoliation this gadget delivers. I can’t say this strongly enough…invest in a good cream to apply after each cleansing! I didn’t care much for the products that come with the unit. LOVE the fact that it can be used in the shower. It also held a charge for a few days, making it fine for weekends away.

   If the price is a bit daunting, I suggest the 3-speed model. To be honest, I wish I had gone that route, as 4 speeds are overkill. Truth be told, I wish they just made an attatchment for our sonic toothbrushes, the technology is about the same!
   
   So, all in all, this is a terrific item if you have the type of skin that needs deep cleaning, and/or you wear a lot of foundation. It will scrub every bit of makeup off. Otherwise, just get a nice exfoliant like Philosophy’s Microdelivery.
   Rating: 4 / 5

4. J. S. Wong June 26th, 2010 at 2:38 am 4

   I was staying with a friend who urged me to try her Clarisonic brush. Her skin looks fabulous for her age so I jumped at the chance. I’ve used all kinds of skin brushes and never really noticed any difference, but I liked how soft and smooth my skin felt immediately after using this brush. I am familiar with using ultrasonic vibrations to clean everything from teeth to jewelry to pharmaceutical equipment, so the concept of using it to clean your face is not too far fetched. Since Clarisonic offers a 60-day guarantee, I decided to give it a try.

   I have oily, thick skin with large pores and even though I’m in my late 30′s, I have regular break-outs. I am also prone to hyperpigmentation. I have now been using this brush for a little over 30 days, twice a day. I can’t say my pores are smaller or that I have fewer fine lines. But I definitely have had fewer major flare ups and my skin is finally healing and pigment spots are fading. I do get the impression that my skincare products are more effective. To that point, this brush is intended to be a SUPPLEMENT to a good skincare regime, not a REPLACEMENT for. The effect on my skin wasn’t overnight or even in a week. It took time, patience and persistence. Although I haven’t seen the huge improvements some people claim, I’m happy enough with the results that I’ve decided to keep the brush and make it a permanent part of my skincare program.

   Pros:
   
   1. The timer is a handy feature that ensures that you don’t concentrate too long or too little on one area. I also use the timer for “spot” treatments on areas when I feel a blemish coming on.
   
   2, It’s waterproof. This means you can use it in the shower or in the bath.
   
   3. The sample cleanser are nice, but any cleanser appropriate for your skin will do.
   
   4. The model I purchased has variable speed settings. This is great for adjusting to your skincare needs. I started with a lower setting and increased it gradually when I realized my skin could handle it.

   Cons:
   
   1. Large and heavy. It does not travel well, especially if you need to also bring the charger. With a full charge, I got about 8 days of twice a day use. If I also used the body brush once a day for 3 minutes, I got about 3-4 days of use.
   
   2. Expensive. However, I’m hoping that with regular use I will no longer need expensive salon treatments like microdermabrasion. Replacement brushes are expensive too.
   
   3. The flat face brush and the flat body brush don’t work that well around tight contours of your body such as around the nose or collar.
   
   4. The brush is supposed to last 3-4 months. The face brush lost a hair after 1 week and after a month, it’s already starting to look a little grungy.

   UPDATE: After 4 months my brush started making a rattling noise and could not tell the difference between the body and face brush anymore. Shortly after that I started breaking out again. I called Clarisonic and without any hassle they immediately sent me a new one. Now that I know it really makes a difference I can’t live without it. I also appreciated the fast, friendly service.
   Rating: 4 / 5

5. A. Boudreau June 26th, 2010 at 2:59 am 5

   I had been thinking about purchasing this item for quite some time but was a bit nervous about the cost and the fact that I’ve been disappointed before. I am happy to say that I think it was worth every cent! So easy to use, I have already found a difference in my skin. I love the Spot Therapy Kit as well and would highly recommend it to everyone! Not only is this unit great for my skin, but I find I use much less cleanser making it a money saver as well. I only wish I had bought it sooner!
   Rating: 5 / 5