Reddit mentions: The best facial cleansing brushes

Might be a little late but I had really bad acne for a kid and still would as an adult if I didn’t adopt a strict skincare routine and diet (it’s not that bad). Drinking water and changing your pillowcases frequently (every week to two weeks) also will help especially if you start putting all this product on your face. see note at the end*

For some, cutting out either, some, or all of the following helps alleviate acne: Dairy, Oil, Sugar, Gluten. But since you said you had no changes in diet I won’t go into that. Sorry in advance for formatting errors as I did all of this from mobile. Some products have instruction in Korean but I will tell you how to use them. Everything is used everyday/every night unless specified.

1. If I wear makeup, I use Jeju Deep Cleansing Balm. When used, it creates a layer of moisture but this can make rags feel congested, so I recommend wiping this with toss-able towels. It smells good and is good for getting the eyes especially. Just put a little on there towel/wipe and rub face until makeup is removed, then use another wipe to remove the excess balm.
   
2. I use African Black Soap after removing heavy full face make-up. For light/no make-up/mornings I use Senka Perfect Whip Foaming Cleanser. It takes about a month to come through Amazon, but if your local Asian market has a skincare store and most do, it can usually be found there. Works best if you have some kind of Spin Brush for face or a Whip Maker. It doesn’t work as well as it does with either of these products using just hand or rag. You can also use cheesecloth (examples on YouTube).
   
3. I use either of these masks if my skin feels dry or looks dull. Just rub on face and leave for 5-7 min then rinse off. This brand also has peeling masks as well that I use every other day in place of these. The peeling masks work similar to the nose strips people use to pull out nose blackheads and can be used to substitute them but can be used on whole face as well.
   
4. With my face cleaned and moisture somewhat restored, I soft exfoliate (I use everyday. If I wear makeup I use it same night and if I plan to wear makeup the next day, skip morning and use at night again. To use - rub soft side on face first to spread, then rub gently with textured side. Otherwise I use in morning. I hard exfoliate with this. I don’t scrub harder it’s just a sugar kind of scrub so it has the potential to cause inflammation if you’re rubbing to hard. I use every other day, this also works great on body and legs when shaving.
   
5. After exfoliating, I use Thayers Witch Hazel Toner. Remove with a cotton pad. I’ve found towelettes and pepper towels don’t work nearly as well as something cotton based. Toner helps to pull excess dirt from deep skin pores. On Sundays/Wednesday’s only I use Innisfree Jeju Volcanic Pore Clay Mask. Instructions say specifically to use after Toner.
   
6. Now that face is cleaned and restored, I use a squeeze Vitamin C serum only at night. I got this from my local Asian market but if you ask they’ll know what you are talking about. I dab it ONLY onto any dark spots/acne scars on my face. Vitamin C has lightening/brightening properties and using it on your whole face may lighten it. I let it sit for 5 minutes minimum to as long as I can before I need to sleep so it absorbs into my skin. I dab off any excess after with a paper towel.
   
7. After that, I use The Ordinary’s Hyaluronic Acid. You can look up the full benefits but it can help with skin elasticity and smoothing wrinkles/scars from pimple popping. You can get this MUCH cheaper at Sephora - they’re $7 I believe and this company has a bunch of other serums I want to try. On Sundays and Wednesday’s, I use a Mask Sheet. Asian markets sell them but they usually sell them individual and I pay for the big back of 48 here. Helps restore tons of moisture in face and provide different benefits based on the mask you choose but most are the same. They also smell nice!
   
8. One I use the mask and rub it in, I use a mixture of three oils: Kukui, Rosehip, TeaTree Oil. All of them can be found on amazon and have different benefits that tie together. I mix them into a tiny container and do very small dabs into my skin and rub it in. Kukui oil also works as a massage oil as it’s very light and great natural sunscreen (though if you plan to go to the beach wearing regular sunscreen and using the Kukui to seal it in is best).
   
9. Finally, I finish with my Elizabeth Arden Moisture Cream. $55 seems expensive but a little goes a LONG way, I use about enough to cover the whole tip of my finger, a light dip like if you want to taste something for example. You don’t need a lot because at this point your face is already moisturized enough that it should just glide on.
   
10. To finish, since I have hyperpigmentation and get dark spots at the slightest raise on my skin, I use Ambi Dark Spot Corrector. Can be found at target I think, my mom usually buys it. Put light amounts on affected areas and sleep.
    
    *Note: you may need to slowly introduce these products. Most of them are geared toward moisturizing and preventing aging as well. If you do anything, I’m at least recommend exfoliating often, changing pillow cases and properly moisturizing your skin using the sheet masks as well as possibly vitamin E serums. I plan on getting some but have no money rn, but Belei sent me free samples and I loved it. I think The Ordinary also carries some. Also, properly washing your face will probably help as well, and I’d recommend getting at least a spin brush. Over rubbing your face can be harmful to the skin and skin brushes usually clean well enough without harm.
    
    I hope this helps! This is my whole routine but if anything jumps out feel free to not look at everything! I’m of course not a dermatologist but this helped me and I now only get pimples usually if I eat excess of the previously mentioned triggers :) my skin is now brighter and dark spots clear up in about 2-3 months but are usually lighter after about two weeks.

>I got my gallbladder taken out about 6 years ago. Since then, almost everytime I eat I have to poo kind of urgently afterwards. That has put me on a 3-5 shits a day schedule.

I gotta ask, is that a... normal consequence of having your gallbladder removed?

Diarrhea 3-5x/day, everyday, right after eating, for 6 years sounds awful to me, not to mention inconvenient. It doesn't seem like it bothers you all that much, though, so that's good at least.

To answer your question, there's nothing wrong with using a bidet without TP beforehand. The bidet was originally meant to be used in place of TP, after all.

However (and this is just me), the only thing I personally see an issue with is using your finger to scrub with when you're going that many times a day.

Yes, I know you said you wash your hands thoroughly afterwards, and it wouldn't be as big a deal if you were going once a day or so, like most people.

But if you're shitting 3-5 times a day every day, then I feel like there's inevitably gonna be a time when you're in a bit of a hurry and end up not washing your hands as thoroughly as you should. I also can't get past the thought of poo particles possibly getting under your fingernail and building up there.

(Btw, the cultures you mention that wash after shitting with water and their bare hand have really strict rules about it—for example, they only wash with their left hand, and never use the left hand to eat with, or prepare food with, or to shake hands with, etc.)

If the water pressure of the bidet isn't strong enough to blast off all of the poo without manual scrubbing, then what about spraying, giving your bum a quick once-over with a single wet wipe to dispatch any clingers, then giving another spritz for good measure? Only downside to that is you'd still be consuming a disposable good.

Another option is entering a time warp to the year 3000 and using a silicone scrubber in place of your finger or TP. They're antibacterial, last forever, gentle on the skin (they might look hard but the bristles are actually super soft), super cleansing (you're basically squeegee-ing your skin clean), and work up a great lather when used with soap. Not to mention, they boost circulation and feel pretty awesome. Using one feels like you're getting your bum kissed by a horde of small, friendly sea anemones.

There are silicone bath scrubbers meant for the whole body and smaller ones meant to be used for the face.

The face scrubbies are sufficiently size if you're just aiming to clean the immediate vicinity of your dooderhole. I bought mine in a 2-pack (different colors) at a drugstore. One I use for my face and armpits, the other is designated for the unholier areas of the body.

If you prefer the precision of your finger there's also silicone finger toothbrushes meant to brush a baby's teeth/gums with.

Btw (and sorry if this is TMI), I actually once knew a gay guy (a male go-go dancer, actually) who swore by using a silicone finger toothbrush and a drop of toothpaste "down there" to freshen up with. Just make sure nobody in your household has a baby and gets it mixed up with the baby care items.

OH MY GOD PLEASE NO

DO NOT USE SUGAR

DO NOT USE SALT

DO NOT USE COFFEE GRAINS

NEVER USE LIME (I mean, really? What year is this? Why are we recommending this to people?)

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These things will make microtears in your skin and leave you with scars and pigmentation, and even carry bacteria all around your face (they don't kill bacteria, but if you have some causing acne in one spot they're great at getting into a pore when they tear your skin and carrying that bacteria over to a new spot on your face to break you out more).

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If you find that you have flaky skin and need to exfoliate, you can use a physical method that is gentle such as a cotton wash cloth, a clean brush or silicon thingy (like this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071H3T2WC/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ). Or you can use a very, very gentle exfoliating product like this one that uses cellulose and cotton in the actual wash and not something hard and granular that will have sharp edges like sugar ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DN85WQ2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ).

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Better yet, if you don't really have that thick, dry, flaky, crackly skin, use a cleanser, toner, or cream with an AHA or BHA like 2% SA: https://www.amazon.com/CeraVe-Renewing-Cleanser-Salicylic-Normal/dp/B00U1YCRD8/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=3LS2UD8S2VUVG&keywords=salicylic+acid+face+cleanser&qid=1554488530&s=beauty&sprefix=salicy%2Cbeauty%2C197&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Ordinary-Glycolic-Toning-Solution-240ml/dp/B071914GGL/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=the+ordinary+glycolic+acid&qid=1554488568&s=beauty&sr=1-3

Start off using these once every third day, and if they don't irritate your skin, you can try every other day, or every day, or twice a day. But don't overdo it right away because it will essentially burn off a layer of your skin if you are overexposed to an acid. These are strong, which is why they are effective, but you have to be careful.

Oh hey, I have that. I don't use it for anti-aging though; I'm still dealing with acne as a 26-year-old. Once the red bottle ran out (which I guess is the anti-aging part? Didn't even realize that until I clicked your link) I just used my own face wash with the spinning brush thingy, but I do buy the blue microdermabrasion bottle refills -- there's a [different kit] (https://www.amazon.com/Olay-Microdermabrasion-Advanced-Cleansing-System/dp/B00CYA5E1O/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1505396135&sr=8-2&keywords=olay+microdermabrasion+kit) that comes with both red and blue bottles -- and I think that helps even out my skin a bit (I use the blue bottle 2-3 times a week after I use my regular cleanser.) It's not a miracle worker for my acne or uneven skin tone, but it does help. I've had the spinning brush for like a year and a half and it's still going strong! I, too refuse to pay for a Clairsonic, so I can't compare the two, but for the price I'm happy with the Olay version and I do think it cleans my skin better than just using my hands or a wash cloth.

Hopefully this helps out a little even if your skin needs are different! edit: also your kitty is a cutie!

Cleansing Brush System Question ahead:

Hello! my wife hinted that she wanted this product

https://www.amazon.com/Clarisonic-Sonic-Facial-Cleansing-System/dp/B00O4XROFS/ref=zg_bs_7792503011_4?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=EKAN9EZB792A4Q31E61W

Its a bit out of our budget, so i searched and found this as the best seller for the High Frequency Facial Machines Category:

https://www.amazon.com/Essential-Skin-Solutions-Exfoliating-Microdermabrasion/dp/B00PYK2UI6/ref=zg_bs_7792503011_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=EKAN9EZB792A4Q31E61W

Also found this #1 best seller, and it seems to be the same type of item, but its on a different category (Galvanic Facial Machines)

https://www.amazon.com/Waterproof-Electric-Facial-Cleansing-Handle/dp/B01GSP1QIA/ref=zg_bs_7792502011_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=VMF74AEMVJE16SBW5YNY


Basically which is the best option? im absolutely clueless when it comes to this kind of stuff, so i came here to ask the pros.... Maybe one that isnt listed here is better? or is there a real worthwhile difference between the $169 vs the $39 one???

Any help will be appreciated! thanks!

There could be a hair salon to get a haircut done? Okay so its 35 bucks if you did choose to use the amazon card, you could try the amazon luxury box. It's $20 dollars and then you get a $20 credit to put it to some beauty product. The same goes for the 11.99 box you get a 11.99 credit

If you have prime this is good, if not you can always get a free trial of amazon prime.

https://www.amazon.com/Luxury-Makeup-Skin-Hair-Beauty-Products/b?ie=UTF8&node=7175545011

https://www.amazon.com/Beauty-Sample-credit-purchase-select/dp/B01BZV63JE/ref=sr_tnr_p_1_11062581_1_a_it?s=luxury-beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1482785278&sr=8-1&keywords=beauty+box

Enter promo code BEAUTYGIFT25 at checkout to get a $25 credit automatically applied towards future Luxury Beauty or Professional Beauty purchase.

Hi! To start off, I don’t think you need a scrub. Especially not one with those little awful plastic beads (aren’t they being pulled of shelves?) Anyway, most scrubs you find are harsh and abrasive for your skin, and often frowned upon by this sub. There’s just better ways to exfoliate your skin than rubbing walnut shell fragments around your face. For one, chemical exfoliants are great. This would be AHAs and BHAs. I started off with The Ordinarys Glycolic Acid, which I still use. Definitely introduce a chemical exfoliant into your routine slowly, and make sure to patch test! I started off using this like everyday and boy did my skin hate me for it. When I started using it once a week, I got much better results. You did not mention in your post that you use a moisturizer/sunscreen, and if you decide to pick up and use a chemical exfoliant definitely make sure to add these things into your routine! Chemicals like glycolic acid (AHA) increase your sensitivity to the sun, but you should definitely be using a sunscreen daily anyway for protection. If you are still interested in physical exfoliation, I recommend these little scrubbers. They’re so gentle and I just pair them with my normal cleanser. I also like how they’re silicone, so more resistant to bacteria and less abrasive than a bristle brush. Hope this helps!

I've never tried the Clairisonic, so maybe I'm a bad one to answer... But I do use a knock off from Amazon, and I LOVE it.

I am too cheap to actually spring* for the Clairisonic. I've had this Amazon one for over 2 years, I just buy the new heads on Amazon. They are soft. I'm very fair, almost lobster red, with very sensitive skin and I love it. I notice a difference when I don't use it.

I'm not sure if this is the EXACT one I have, but these companies all look pretty similar: FLYMEI® Waterproof Facial Cleansing Brush Facial Massager Natural Face Cleanser for Women & Men - Stimulate Collagen - Pore Minimizer - Reveal a Radiant and Youthful Skin https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00LQHOJCQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_u2DnybDHAHWSN

I've just started to really take care of my skin at 30 and I swear I'm pulling a Benjamin Button. I'm new to this and read through the wiki, but I'm welcome to getting recommendations on my routine and products:


Face wash: CeraVe Hyrdating Cleanser

Black and White Bleaching Cream (to help with all of the black spots from razor bumps over the years.)

Sunscreen for when I know I'll be in the sun all day: Skin Auqua Moisture Milk

Day to day sun screen: Coui Facial Sunscreen

Day time moisturizer:CeraVe Moisturizing Cream(Really love this one! It doesn't make me feel hot and sticky on my skin)

Night time skin moisturizer: Some cocoa butter cream I got from a drugstore a while back.

Exfoliator: St. Ives Care Pads (This one I wasn't super excited about, it made my face feel dry. Any recommendations for a new one?)

Thinking of getting this face exfoliator. Thoughts?

I love my konjac though I quit using it for a while because it just seemed too gentle. Which is probably a good thing since I bad habit of exfoliating patches of skin off-no exaggeration. It does provide light exfoliation and it foams well. I also just got a couple of face brushes popular with AB. Just like these, except I got mine from aliexpress and paid less than $5 for them. I wasn't expecting much from the larger face brush with it being less than $3 but it's so soft. Like brushing my face with a kitten. I have a Jolse order with Cosrx BHA and AHA on its way so hopefully when switching to chemical exfoliation I can get myself to switch to using these instead of my super scratchy washcloths.

Also, my konjac sponge was Dew Puff brand and I guess looking at my Amazon orders I ordered it February 2014. 2014! I didn't use it for quite a while in that time but still. It doesn't feel worn out though. No rips or obvious wear, still hydrates and dries just like new. I think I should probably still replace it though.

The rotating ones stripped my skin and i loved the vibrating ones much more!
There are so many sonic cleansers on amazon that are much cheaper than the clarisonic or foreo. Like literally saves you hundreds of dollars and works just as well- which is a godsend for my skincare addiction.

I use the solo mio which works just as well as when i tried the foreo
https://www.amazon.com/SOLO-Sonic-Cleanser-Massager-Brush/dp/B00OYZKBVA/ref=sr_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1524533922&sr=8-5&keywords=sonic+face+brush

as for the vibrating brushes instead of the clarisonic:
https://www.amazon.com/SOLO-Sonic-Cleanser-Massager-Brush/dp/B00OYZKBVA/ref=sr_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1524533922&sr=8-5&keywords=sonic%2Bface%2Bbrush&th=1

What about (gentle) physical exfoliation?

An alternative to the Konjac are those little silicone scrubbies. I have one and find it super gentle. Like this, but it doesn't have to be this one. Mine came in a 2 pack at TJ Maxx for 3 dollars.

You could do it once or twice a week.

You can also try a regular BHA, the one from Paula's Choice is super gentle and doesn't have extra stuff in it.

I wanted to see if I liked using a brush like the Foreo before splurging so I bought this one on Amazon. I love it. I bought it almost a year ago and it's still in great condition. The charge lasts about 3-4 weeks with everyday use. I probably won't be buying a Foreo and I will stick to this one.

I believe in Snow

Did you ever say the star light star bright rhyme? I wish our wished could come true just by wishing hard enough for them. I think the world would be a peaceful place if little kids could have their wishes granted.

I rotate between konjac sponge (Missha), [these] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BSU7H5W?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00) face brushes that are cheap knockoffs of the Tosowoong and work amazingly well, and sillicone pad (I got mine from Sephora years ago but you can get a cheaper one from Diaso). Mostly I rotate because it takes forever for the latter two to dry, sometimes longer than a day, and I'm not comfortable with leaving them perpetually damp because of the risk of bacteria/mold. Of the three, I've found the konjac sponge to be the gentlest, then the brush, then the silicone pad. I like using the brush the best and the konjac sponge the least, because I don't like way the konjac sponge foams up into a thin, watery foam rather than a lush luxurious one. The silicone pad is easy when you're in a rush or when traveling because it doesn't need time to dry.

I use a manual silicone face brush kinda like [these](Super Soft Silicone Face Cleanser and Massager Brush Manual Facial Cleansing Brush Handheld Mat Scrubber For Sensitive, Delicate, Dry Skin (4pcs set) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3Z5172/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_24FTDbFVT18PJ) (although I’m sure you can buy one locally at a sephora/ulta/check target etc). It’s gentler on your skin (those nylon brushes allegedly cause microtears and inflammation) and I’ve used it for years already, good as new. Like someone else said, chemical exfoliation is supposed to be better for your skin. Check out recommendations at /r/skincareaddiction !

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How do I best deal with skin flakes? 23M here, I just get dead skin cells coming off white in certain parts of my face (eyebrow area, sides of nose, etc). Just washing face with water does work but I think I could benefit from like a face scrub thing - never used one before tho. Are these Soft Silicone Face Cleansers good for that purpose? https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B01M3Z5172/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A3TNO6FH8TWC8K&psc=1

I bought it on Amazon, here's the link [SOLO Mio - Sonic Facial Brush, Cleanser & Massager] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OYZKBVA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_vnKuxbG92XBTQ)


I like it better than brush or pad versions because it feels softer and I don't need to purchase refills. I bought mine about 7 months ago and really enjoy it. It looks like there are other products that are just as highly reviewed and cost even less.

I bought a cleansing brush from Groupon! It's called Spin for Perfect Skin from Vitagoods

Through the groupon, I only got it for $20! I don't know how it compares to the clairsonic mia, but I really like this brush! It just uses two double A batteries

After exfoliating with the brush, I spray on Caudelie grape water to moisturize and tone my skin. I like the grape water. I've always wanted a cheap facial mist spray, and I just saw the bottle of grape water in Ulta or Sephora and I was like, eh why not. Before that, I was looking at Avene thermal spray to get from Amazon or something, but I was too lazy to order online at the moment.

The trick for suede is to use a soft bristled brush (and good quality shoe cleaner) to avoid damaging the leather. Obviously this will take more time but it will be worth it. Use a soft tooth brush, or something similar, and clean in a circular motion.

If you want to speed up the process, get an electric face cleaner like this ( https://www.amazon.com/MOSCHOW-Cleansing-Waterproof-Exfoliating-Blackhead/dp/B07GKBY4CQ). I have one and it works wonders!

After cleaning, let the suede and canvas dry and then buff the suede with a shoe brush to give some life back in the shoe!

You should try the Clarisonic Mia 2 for taking off makeup. It's a bit expensive, but it is hands down the best beauty product I've ever used. No more raccoon eyes!

Have you tried CeraVe cream with salicylic acid? Most people do need to exfoliate their skin regardless of how sensitive it is. The chemical exfoliant (salicylic acid) in the cream will help to gently slough away dead skin while being very hydrating.

Gentle manual exfoliation can also be very helpful. As someone who also has very sensitive skin, i find these helpful for use when I am washing my face.

You can also try r/skincareaddiction for additional advice on your issue.

I have super sensitive skin. Everything makes me break out, but I found little rubber “scrubber things that I use w I wash my face. It works really well and it’s very gentle.

Silicone Face Scrubbers Exfoliator Brush-Facial Cleansing Brush Blackhead Scrubber Exfoliating Brush-Facial Cleansing Pads Precision Pore Cleansing Pad Acne Blackheads Removing Face Brush-2 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0772GGFYJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_NcWWDbCQP69Q2

Hi! I also have super dry skin that looks best when left alone, and have noticed it is super sensitive to cleansers. Your cleanser may be too harsh for your skin. The only cleansing that my skin likes is oil cleansing, and this product is great because it washes off:
https://www.amazon.com/Cleansing-Moisturizing-Cleanser-Sensitive-Rosemary/dp/B07777BXJ9/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1518826993&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=oil+cleanser&psc=1

I also wash with this instead of a face brush because it cleans well but isn't abrasive:
https://www.amazon.com/SOLO-Sonic-Cleanser-Massager-Brush/dp/B00OYZKBVA/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1518827068&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=foreo&psc=1

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I got a knockoff from amazon for about $40 and I really enjoy it. I got lazy about recharging it and stopped using it for a few months and definitely noticed a negative change in my skin where I tend to get oily and touch my face during the day. My breakouts have improved since I charged it back up and started using it again. It makes my skin feel softer than after just regular washing with my hands. I agree with u/2pmwhiskey, I feel like it helps give me a more thorough clean when I'm too tired to do a great job on my own. After ~ two years, it's still working fine. I will notice sometimes the vibrations will slow and then speed up for no reason, but it doesn't seem to affect how well it cleans my face.

I’ve always struggled with chapped and peeling lips. I’ve tried so many balms it’s ridiculous, and while Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask and Aquaphor keep my lips somewhat under control, there are times when it’s pretty clear that I just need to exfoliate.


Lip exfoliation hacks never worked for me though. Old toothbrushes and sugar scrubs were simultaneously too scratchy / abrasive and still not quite as effective as I’d hoped. I also didn’t like that sugar scrubs had to be repeatedly rebought or remade, and the old toothbrush thing grossed me out a tiny bit. So I’d been resorting to picking at my lips, which is obviously not ideal for lots of reasons.


But then I found silicone face pads! The bristles have just the right length and flexibility to slough off dead skin without damaging the skin underneath. I usually scrub my lips in the morning while still wearing lip balm from the night before and it’s perfect - they end up soft and smooth every time.


Silicone face pads will set you back about $5 if you buy them from Amazon or Sephora, but the $1 versions you can find at Daiso, Ebay, or Aliexpress work just as well.


(Image from this article, which discusses using these silicone scrub pads on your whole face - an approach that didn’t work well for me but others might enjoy)

Hello my lovely friends

My Kikumasamune Sake Skin Lotion High Moisture lotion has finally arrived!!! I'm excited to use it.

Quick question though, how do you guys apply it?

Cheers - Athy x

Oops, I have another question. How do you guys treat/remove blackheads, I'm rather embarrassed to ask this, but do Facial Cleansing brushes work such as :

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Professional-Cleansing-Waterproof-Exfoliator-Bi-directional/dp/B06WD36RXS/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1505401107&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=face+scrub&psc=1

Thanks for taking the time to share and describe what you use.Do your silicon pads look like this? https://www.amazon.com/Facial-Exfoliating-Brush-Silicone-Cleansing/dp/B074M5KHG3

oh haha no, more so like this (I see this one talked about a lot but it's a bit spendy) or this

I saw a manual one on Sephora for a few bucks that had good reviews though!

Try using a silicone scrub brush with you face wash. It will gently exfoliate your skin and make the skin cells turn over faster which should improve the texture of your skin.

Silicone Face Brush

I use a face exfoliator thingy I got from Sephora years ago. I think it’s just the same thing as DermaFrida. We didn’t struggle much with cradle cap but it was a good way to lather up and exfoliate her head without worrying about hurting her. Here’s a generic version for cheaper. https://www.amazon.com/Scrubbies-Cleansing-Exfoliator-Blackhead-Exfoliating/dp/B07FBY4J4M/ (it’s $6 at Sephora)

I just use these silicone scrubbers and they work great and are cheap https://www.amazon.com/Silicone-Cleanser-Massager-Cleansing-Sensitive/dp/B01M3Z5172/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2DPHDT6O6BQX1&keywords=silicone%2Bface%2Bscrubbers&qid=1564116786&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011&rnid=2661617011&s=gateway&sprefix=Silicone%2Bface%2Caps%2C207&sr=8-3&th=1

Cleansing tools are such a good idea! There are those silicone scrubbers or cleansing brushes if you don't prefer washcloths.

I use this every morning and night in the shower with Cerave cleanser.

Twice per week I use AHA renewing cream (10% concentration of Lactic Acid. Got the recommendation from /r/SkincareAddiction's wiki for my skin type).

After every wash, and sometimes during the day (especially during bad days) I use Cetaphil moisturizer with SPF15.

I still have bad days but this routine has given me the best results so far. SD sucks (not that I have to tell you of course). If it ever gets worse, I'll try adding an anti-fungal cream as well.

A quick note about how I use the ProX brush at it's highest speed, which isn't all that fast anyway. The brush is extremely soft, I even use it dry to get rid of flakes if I'm at home.

https://www.amazon.com/SOLO-Sonic-Cleanser-Massager-Brush/dp/B00OYZKBVA/ref=lp_13098432011_1_1_a_it?srs=13098432011&ie=UTF8&qid=1488040487&sr=8-1

This works as well as Luna!!

Hey, sorry I took so long to reply, I haven't been on in a while.

The one I use looks kind of like this one. The bristles are really soft and doesn't scratch at all.

Feels good man.

http://www.amazon.com/KingMas%C2%AE-Facial-Cleanser-Exfoliate-cleaner/dp/B00BSU7H5W/ref=sr_1_10_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1459113184&sr=1-10&keywords=face+brush

I’ve used these little silicone scrubbers when my skin was sensitive. The bristles are soft, it didn’t cause any irritation for me but I still felt like it was cleaning my face. I also used TO 7% glycolic toner in the PM

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0772GGFYJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_LSX3Cb5E1QKVG

My sister actually gave it to me, but after looking around I found one that looks exactly the same.

The [Clarisonic Mia2] (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00O4XROFS) is on sale for $109!

I have bought The Clarisonic, The Foreo, Konjac and I rarely use any of them. I prefer and found double cleansing is enough plus AHA every 3rd day.

I found these Silicone Scrubbers at TJMaxx for a couple of bucks and use them more than I use the expensive brushes.

SOLO Mio - Sonic Facial Brush, Cleanser & Massager https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OYZKBVA/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_JYtHxb3C4PFAC

I was semi-ranting against the foreo the other day, but this is really cheap.

I avoided it for a while but it only made things worse with the pile of dead skin. I started to use these silicone scrubbers and the results have been amazing. After a bit I’ve incorporated a chemical exfoliator for off days or mornings to specific parts of my face that handles it well. Hope this helps! where I bought it

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00OYZKBVA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Here is the link, it's the SOLO Mia Sonic Face Cleanser and Massage Brush

I have both the Clarisonic and a Foreo Luna dupe and I much prefer my Foreo Luna dupe (the Solo Mio, at least $100 cheaper - Solo Mio - Amazon). I have dry skin with some texture and I can feel a difference when I use the Solo with my regular cleanser a few times a week. Meanwhile, I find the Clarisonic a bit too irritating for my skin. I also don't think it's the most hygienic.