3 Things About the Clarisonic That No One Talks About

[@tiagomotta8720]

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.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

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!

[@tiagomotta8720]

***** 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!

[@ingainge3146]

Would you suggest getting Clarisonic?:)

[@tiagomotta8720]

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.

[@tiagomotta8720]

***** 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.

[@applesandoranges2442]

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

[@astrea79]

+applesandoranges244 Is hard water bad for your skin?

[@saigewhite2196]

+astrea79 no just a bit drying

[@mywingsareyours]

+astrea79 it's just water with lots of minerals

[@peachy75019]

+applesandoranges244 I was thinking the same thing. And it could also be residue of the foundation she is removing with the device.

[@lalarenbrie7218]

applesandoranges244 thank you!!! I was annoyed by that.

[@xlx077]

I've had mine for almost 6-7 years and the battery life is fine

[@oliviastrees]

+LX X which clarisonic do you have?

[@ixchelaguilarcampos3893]

LX X hi, how Long take yours to charge ?

[@xlx077]

Clarisonic Mia

[@xlx077]

IT really depends, if the battery is all ran out, it usually takes about 4-8 hours.

[@ixchelaguilarcampos3893]

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.

[@TewLURKERS]

on the bright side, my mia 2 charge lasts longer than my vibrator

[@jlmurray2025]

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[@minafinley4532]

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[@heather23renae]

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.

[@sarahclose]

this video was soooo helpful! i'm looking to buy one and this is so informative, thanks x

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

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.

[@victoriahollis]

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.

[@carrie9657]

I clean under the brush head with baking soda and vinegar..it foams up and really gets into all the moldy/dirty bits.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

carrie snow Thanks for the tip!

[@JadaSnacks]

how often do you do this?

[@rachelrosen5501]

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!

[@idou]

+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.

[@veekay1693]

+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

[@rachelrosen5501]

I have a clarisonic. I know what it does and doesn't do.

[@Ea-Nasir_Copper_Co]

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.

[@sherylking9837]

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

[@evelynjoyce]

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.

[@oliviastrees]

+evelynjoyce which clarisonic do you have?

[@jtruearmywife]

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..

[@hessaalshehhi8222]

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.

[@bethknapp5838]

Scrub it with a baby toothbrush (they are smaller to get into the tight areas) and spray with alcohol and leave to dry.

[@ShesDopeLikeThat]

you can take that white plastic ring off inside the handle to do a deep clean. that info came from a clarisonic product trainer.

[@johnh1001]

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!

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

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.

[@johnh1001]

***** 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.

[@staceybessmer2094]

I've had mine for over 2 years and still works great!

[@sarahharris7929]

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.

[@ttlovesyooh]

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

[@wwheresyou]

+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.

[@ttlovesyooh]

they all say that and they're all wrong. thats not how skin works. ask a dermatologist.

[@shuggaqube]

+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.

[@parisrousseau9561]

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.

[@Joy-qs6vc]

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

[@deniseherud]

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

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

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...

[@TheBohemianStyle]

I always removed the brush head after every wash. I think it is in the instruction box

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

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!

[@TheBohemianStyle]

That is wonderful! Mine is doing okay so far also.

[@AM-nj2it]

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. :)

[@tl9873]

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.

[@reddalchemy5970]

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.

[@TheBohemianStyle]

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!

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

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.

[@robbiem1976]

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 $$$.

[@rachelrosen5501]

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

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

+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

[@chefSqueez]

Thanks for sharing. I recently purchased the Mia 2 and I love it.

[@lockergr]

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.

[@DhaniBlue]

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 :)

[@Vivekatt]

omg thank you for this video 😱 just checked mine and it....was not so clean under the brush xD cleaned it now!

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

You're welcome, I'm so glad it helped!

[@beckystarrski]

+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 ~

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

Sure thing. I hope you enjoy your Clarisonic. Merry belated Christmas, and Happy New Year!

[@espiojan]

Wow thanks for sharing! Your video popped up on my feed as I was considering to get a Clarisonic.

[@marinapaez-johansson4312]

Thank you for the info and great 3 points. I. Have happened to have done cleaning of the brushes, taking them out and turning machine down. My husband and I have two different types of clarisonics and we love them. Very helpful, please feel better.

[@neonlacee]

I ordered my first Mia last weekend, and am awaiting delivery - I'm so glad I saw your video, and thank you for these tips! Especially about the mold...I would never have thought of that before I saw this video!

[@erikabraga84]

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!

[@Commander_HW]

Mine had pink mold in it too, and it wasn't going away, so I used my Water flosser on the strongest jet setting to flush it, and it worked perfectly!!! Now it looks brand new!

[@lpg8518]

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.

[@Septcrafter]

Thank you. I just bought one yesterday and used it the first time this morning.

[@pupujohn]

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.

[@BUnique4Him]

can also try to use white vinegar on a Q-tip, white vinegar is good about killing bacteria

[@summerm7975]

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.

[@Shadowangel691]

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

[@summerm7975]

Thanks a lot for the suggestion! I will go grab one today and I really hope it works out.

[@Shadowangel691]

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

[@amelianannette972]

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.

[@jessjess1673]

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.

[@saralloyd9797]

Never even thought about mold! I just bought a facial cleansing brush and now I feel even better about using it.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

+Sara Lloyd (TeamLloyd) That's great! It will change your life. Get ready :)

[@juliark]

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

[@user-de5dv3fj4w]

I totally agree with removing the brush every time and i do use bleach to clean out the mould that develops in the handle.

[@helonohara]

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

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

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!

[@laricewilcox5344]

thanks for this vid...just got my mia2 in the mail and was concerned about the excess water left behind post washing, but overall, I'm in love with my new face brush!

[@kutie216]

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

[@baggergurl16]

One thing Broke for Beauty did not mention in her video is keeping the actual brushes clean. A couple months ago I came back from a deployment and then when I got back to the U.S. I noticed I started breaking out again in my usual area (which is my jawline). At first I thought it was coming back to the climate I was used to that was making me breakout but as soon as I cleaned out the brushes. How I clean out the brushes is I take a cup fill it up with water and then put anti-bacterial dish soap and also hydrogen peroxide and I let the brushes soak in that water overnight. I have the Smart Profile and I use it a lot in the shower so one thing I do (as mentioned in the video) is I take the brush head off and let the unit breathe. I also do pour some hydrogen peroxide into the part where you put the brush and let that soak there for awhile too.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

+Ana Johnson Good point. I was going for mentioning things people don't talk about, and I thought cleaning the brush head was a common thing people mention. Thanks for the tips!

[@baggergurl16]

Your welcome but Clarisonic is hands down the best skin care investment I have made and since then I havent gone back to washing my face with my hands.

[@hierbajal9950]

I just got one and I'm glad I see this useful vid. Thank you.!

[@MaBelleone1]

Thanks! I just bought the Mia pink on the Nordstrom site sale and I had heard about the "purge " time. Thanks for the heads up about airing it out after every use!

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

+MaBelleone1 I'm so glad this helped! I hope you like your Clarisonic. The Nordstrom sale is a great time to get one 😊

[@bazooki666]

Thank you for your video, I wilk check the hardness of my water, as struggling with my skin at the moment. Great insight!

[@elenapetroska3987]

I just bought a cleansing devise, and i am 24. I was wondering how often do you use yours? Once a week or every day?

[@kayl47]

I use mine once a day. I would never use it twice a day because it's too rough on your skin, especially right when you start using it. I'd ease into it. Start on the lowest setting once every other day or once a day.

[@ParisianThinker]

Thank you for this presentation. My battery is dead after only 1 ½ years. Do I buy another one? I was given a 25% off coupon to do so. Taking care of this machine is a lot of extra trouble. lol

[@tonylopez1598]

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..

[@dindog22]

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.

[@Uryusgirlfriend]

I had a product similar to the Clarisonic and it never did me any good. It caused breakouts, sore spots on my skin, broken capillaries and so I stopped using it altogether. I was using chemicals on my face to battle my acne and struggled with dryness, makeup application and a whole mess of issues. When I finally decided to go natural was when my acne went away. I stopped scrubbing my face, I started using face wipes in the morning and afternoon keeping my face from having any residual oil, and using a willow bark face gel to wash my face at night time. I use all Burts Bees acne products, including their blemish eraser which works wonders! The natural willow bark is great for your skin and it's never felt or looked better. The face wipes remove whatever skin cells are on my face. I wear makeup maybe once or twice a week as well. If I go all out it's rare. I usually use my concealer lightly just to get rid of my under eye bags and highlight my face, then I use my mineral powder or I use my tone concealer powder. I contour just a little bit with bronzer and use brown eyeshadow to line my eyes. That's it. I'm done and I go out into the world. What I love most though is just rockin' a naked face. I don't really like how makeup feels and I think I am doing my skin a service by not clogging my pores as often. : ) Accept your beauty and just roll with it!

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

Uryusgirlfriend Thanks for sharing your story! Letting skin breathe is super important. I'm so glad you found a routine that works for you, and that you enjoy rocking a bare face. You nailed that accepting your own beauty is key--make sure you don't confuse makeup with insecurity, though. Lots of women accept their beauty but also just like wearing a full face of makeup. I'm equally comfortable going out with or without foundation, and I definitely do both! It's really up to what makes each person feel their best, and how they choose to express themselves.

[@twiggyjali]

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?

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

+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!

[@aoi6]

I've had be clarisonic mia for over 3 years and my battery still lasts at least 2 weeks. Great video!

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

aoi6 WOW, that's amazing! I'm super jealous.

[@delwright5870]

oh my god im so glad you mentioned about the little bumps coming up on your skin because thats exactly what is happening with me!!!!

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

+Del Wright Hopefully those will go away over time. Any difference yet?

[@Ranunkel121]

I always take of the brushhead and ones a week i pour very hot water over the brushhead and the top where the head sits on the machine. You can use aswell a hygienespray. There a some made for delecate surfaces.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

Ranunkel121 That's a good routine to be in. Thanks for sharing your tips!

[@Princessm2025]

Thank you for this!! I've had a clarisonic for a couple months now and I literally love it so much but I hardly ever take my brush head off even though I don't leave it in the shower!! I'm definitely going to start taking the brush head off

[@katiepowell4772]

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

[@yav2sbek]

Ive had my clairisonic for half a year and ive never had to recharge it

[@angeltink1]

I have very hard water with lots of mineral and have no problem using the clarisonic with it for over 2 years. I think your issue could have been that your face was not used to a specific kind of water but they do work with any water your face is used to. Also I agree with person who said it is not pink mold but calcium depsits.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

angeltink1 Yep, that's exactly what it was with the water! Maybe I didn't articulate that very well in the video.

[@oceanne0724]

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.

[@ip4502]

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.

[@StarPanda7]

I watched this just because I'm curious. I've had my for 3 yrs. They are suppose to last a long time. I don't see a difference in my battery life nor the mold. I don't leave it in the shower tho. I use it twice a day and keep about 4 days every month to do a mask. I did notice I break out more depending on the cleanser I use with it. Now I stick with Purity or afican black soap.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

StarPanda7 That's great that you haven't noticed a difference in battery life! I think nicer models are meant to last longer than the Mia, so I expect my new one to last a lot longer!

[@mahricrawford9837]

why can't you just put it on the charger after every time you use it??? it's not that complicated lol

[@idou]

+Mahri Crawford Yeah, 'cause that won't minimize the battery life at aaaaaall.

[@mahricrawford9837]

+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

[@LongLiveNikki]

I agree, doesn't seem like a problem to me

[@evicaf4e]

if you do this and dont let the battery empty itself, you minimize the battery life even more!

[@mirandapelletier8114]

That a really quick way to kill the battery. Come on, learn your science.

[@MIMI232]

I have the plus & I haven't used it yet! I just left it on charge for a few hours & it hasn't shown a peep or a little bit of light to indicate that it's charging. I know it's supposed to charge for 24 hours before use & it hasn't been 24 hours yet but does it only switch on after the 24 hours has passed? Thank you for any reply

[@saigewhite2196]

Read over the manual very carefully, I read it thinking I got all the info only to find fine print in it that explains how to know if it's charging, when to take it off charge ect.

[@MIMI232]

Chantelle-loves- nails Thank you for your help and reply. I've actually gone ahead and returned it now, as I noticed that when I pushed it down in the dock it made a weird buzzing sound for a few seconds and that was it!! I don't think that's normal!! Thank you again for your help :)

[@saigewhite2196]

+MIMI232 you're welcome 😊

[@SocialBeautify]

Hy Clarisonic has 2 year warranty so if you find your battery life is bad you could take it back. I think this is the problem with the basic Mia, which they don't do anymore. I have Plus for over 2 years no and no issue with the battery life. I agree the fact it's waterproof it means you can use it in the shower but they do suggest to take the brush off and dry it in a well aired room. Wash it in a water with soap too. The entire device head without your brush head on. It'll help. Also If you find that your skin gets a bit sensitive even if it's due to harder water in your area changing to a more gentle wash or swap your brush head to a softer one. Hope it helps. Great video, and true no one talks about the mold issue!

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

SocialBeautify I think I was past the warranty, but it's always good to check! I agree that the "lower" models likely have a bigger battery issue than the more expensive ones. Thanks for all of your tips :)

[@angelazul41]

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.

[@tarathetarantula]

I just bought the smart profile clarasonic. I have hard water in my house. Are you saying I shouldn't use this now? The hard water doesn't necessary irritate my skin, but it does DRY it out like crazy. I use good quality moisturizers/ serums/eye and neck cream. I figured this brush would make the lotions work better if all the dead skin was gone.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

If it doesn't cause a reaction in your skin, you'll be fine. Your skin is likely accustomed to the water you have. I only wanted to point out that this can be a consideration if you have sensitive skin or use water at multiple locations (like I was at the time).

[@Abigailalicex]

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

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

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!

[@BostonBarbieDoll]

Abigail Alice Same!

[@ncgreenie6707]

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.

[@MemoryOrFantasy]

I have a question. Mine is the lastest Aria Clarisonic and it seems to take ages to reach full charge. How long does it take you normally to charge it from empty to full? Thanks. xoxo

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

+Alian Joseph I think it's supposed to take about 20 hours to recharge. That's about how long it is for me.

[@Mychaeltoddmtr]

I own one and will use it this weekend for the first time.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

That's great! I hope you like it :)

[@astrea79]

The hygiene factor definitely prevented me from hoping on the Clarisonic bandwagon years ago. It just seems like an impossible device to keep clean on a daily basis. I don't have time for that! Just a very problematic design for the price point. For something that expensive, I don't want to worry about cleaning compulsively, expensive replacement brush heads, and a low battery life. I just bought a Foreo Luna and hope it works out for me!

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

+astrea79 I'd love to know what you think of the Foreo Luna!

[@farahzehra6040]

OMG just saw your video and immediately ran upstairs to see my clarisonic and YES It had mold in that. I was about to throw up. You are a life saver :*

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

I'm so glad this helped! Sorry you had mold, though :(

[@Filthycoffin]

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😊

[@jet2506]

I just bought it a week ago and wondering if I take the brush head off every time i use (basically everyday). Is it will make the handle device get break easily especially on the head which we attach the brush head in? anyway thanks for this good vid, I follow your suggestion since I've got my clarisonic :)

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

Jeerisuda T Hi, I'm so glad this was helpful to you! I always take my brush head off every time to rinse out the device and make sure it dries thoroughly. I've never had a problem with it wearing down or breaking, but I also try not to pull on it or otherwise treat it roughly. You shouldn't have any problems, but of course, I don't work for the company and can't really speak for them on this matter--this is just personal experience. I hope that answers your question!

[@lillianflores1499]

thank you, I just ordered mine, great tips :)

[@ultracurious]

Fantastic information! I'm really grateful to know this as part of my decision making arsenol. Thank you very much!

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

+Chris B. Haha no problem. Glad to contribute!

[@UsmanKhan-vo1rj]

It is true That it hlps to protecting pimples.sun tan if I use this clnzer with a facewash ???😐👀

[@summergame69]

Did you use pure hydrogen peroxide on the brush? Thank you for this video!

[@mogwaibond1]

Thank you for this very useful video, and for being honest and truly helpful. You rock.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

+mogwaibond1 Thank you, that's so sweet!

[@emmaguinness9254]

I'm so glad I found this video! Just bought one and this has been so useful

[@corielle3337]

Just bought a Mia2 and this has been really informative. Thanks!

[@michelelee9009]

Late on the bandwagon🤷🏻‍♀️, but I finally ordered mine and it should be here tomorrow. I’m so glad to have seen this informative video. Thanks for taking the time to give us these helpful tips.

[@aishiac7371]

I'm so happy I came across this. I never thought about the water... Thank you so much!

[@beautytalkwithsam]

Great video!! I've had my first Clarisonic mia (just got a new one for Christmas) for FOUR years and I love it but I've never had the battery life get worse on me though. I always try to rinse out that inside part under the head but never think to dry it except for only when I charge it. i'm definitely going to be doing that now lol.

[@LynnFishmanNurse]

I think the issue about Clarisonic is the level of bacteria that can accumulate on the brush.

[@DrMadisenHarper]

OMGosh! I had a COLONY of gunk underneath the brush. Eeeewwww. Thanks for the tips!

[@Slimelover-sm4xc]

New sub; thanks so much for this video! This really helped me, I was about to get one, and I got an alternative instead. I have had it for a week now, and I don't have many of these problems YET. Thanks so much!

[@rikal123]

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...

[@vannessagenzel3131]

I was told when I got mine to wipe it down too take it apart , I scald the brush and a lite spray of hydrogen peroxide and rinse it use a Q tip to clean it and wipe it down or use your hair dryer on low heat after cleaning.

[@Genuilon]

The other thing they don't mention is that the brushhead literally starts to stink after several usages (also has to do with not removing it completely to dry each time I used it).

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

Yes, that would definitely happen if the brush head isn't drying completely. If yours starts to smell, I'd suggest cleaning it with antibacterial soap or throwing it out right away!

[@michelemele5833]

Yeah...that's because your suppose to replace the brush heads every 3 months. It's cleaning dirt off your face of course they need to be tossed for new.

[@everythingsperfectagain8112]

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!

[@michellethewissen]

Hello! I'm thinking about buying one because my skin is breaking out lately, I don't have acne or pimples but I notice little bumps on my face (especially in my T-zone). Does this clear this out or what is it ment to do? xxx

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

+Michelle Thewissen This might help. Obviously, I'm not a skincare expert and I can't say anything with a guarantee. I know that over time, my skin looks better than it ever has. I still struggle with breakouts and unevenness, but the Clarisonic has helped me be more consistent in my skincare and take care of myself. It might be worth a try for you, who knows?

[@michellethewissen]

wow thanks for the reaction :D yea, i don't have breakouts or something just like some bumps between my brows like I said and some blackheads on my nose! I have decided to buy one so I am going to try it for my self! Thanks for this video it came in sooooo handy! :)

[@onheels5572]

very useful video since I'm planning to buy a Clarisonic ^^ thank you!

[@RandomIsMyLif3]

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

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

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.

[@teresaverant4456]

I thought clarisonic says to take the brush off? Ever since I have had it, I've done it

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

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.

[@beckylemm3smash44]

I've had mine for a year and a half and I have to charge it after every use or it will die half way through the second use.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

Pinup Down Under That's about when mine started becoming a pain!

[@jeanniequaglia7432]

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.

[@ColleenCaseyVlogs]

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.

[@EaSgoura]

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.