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Do you get facials?

beachie — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 22:20:21 GMT

I love facials. Just went yesterday after a very long time and my skin is glowing. I used to go regularly when I was working, but now retired and have to watch those luxuries! But not sure if I should consider it a total luxury. I think my skin has been suffering and I did not realize it. It just looks so refreshed now. It was just a regular facial, not any peels ect. I think I need to try to budget this at least every other month. What is your opinion?

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bandmomof3 — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 22:56:14 GMT

I used to get a facial once a month; my pores get congested very easily and quickly and I felt that it was the way to stay on top of it. I loved my esthetician and truly felt it was worth the money. This was about 4 or 5 years ago (about age 50). Then I read about the Clarisonic and decided to try that to see if it would be a way to save money in the long run. I reasoned I was spending about $100 per month with the spa specials on facials so if the Clarisonic worked I would pay for it quickly. I was not willing to give up my good skin so if it didn't work I planned to return it and stay with the facials.

I must say after only a month I realized the Clarisonic was fantastic for me. I truly feel that between using the Clarisonic daily with Purity cleanser, plus the Hope in a Jar, my skin is clear and bright, pores smaller and I feel as good as I did with the facials. I'm sure this wouldn't work for everyone, but it has been almost 5 years since I've had a facial and I feel like I don't miss it at all (except the pampering!!)

If you can afford the facial, of course, stay with what works for you. But, if you are looking for a way to cut expenses, maybe try the Clarisonic. I love it!

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lovesrecess — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:10:25 GMT

I would highly recommend the Clarisonic Mia; it has made a really noticeable improvement in my skin....if you prefer the luxury of someone else giving you a facial and can work it into your budget then by all means do that....you can get the Clarisonic Mia for about $100 now so it would definitely save you money in the long run over facials but it would also be good to use between trips to the spa.

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beachie — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:26:55 GMT

I tried the clarisonic and it was too strong even with the sensitive head. She asked me if I had one yesterday. My face broke out and took two days for the red to go away. I don't know if I should try it again. Sure would save in the long run.

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glmama — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:34:12 GMT

I've never had one in my life, which is weird considering I've loved all things Beauty and skin care for just about forever. Considering one in the new year.

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bandmomof3 — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:42:52 GMT

On 1/1/2014 beachie said:
I tried the clarisonic and it was too strong even with the sensitive head. She asked me if I had one yesterday. My face broke out and took two days for the red to go away. I don't know if I should try it again. Sure would save in the long run.

Well, I don't think that sounds like it would be a good choice for you, then. I didn't have any issues at all right from the beginning so perhaps your skin is just too sensitive for the Clarisonic. I don't think I would keep trying it.

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GCR18 — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:46:27 GMT

Never had one, but wouldn't mind trying one sometime.

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Mary Bailey — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:53:08 GMT

I would love one monthly if it wasn't so expensive and was available at a nice place in town. Now I do it at home mostly, once a year at a spa if I'm lucky.

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MarenSeattle — Wed, 01 Jan 2014 23:57:55 GMT

On 1/1/2014 beachie said:
I tried the clarisonic and it was too strong even with the sensitive head. She asked me if I had one yesterday. My face broke out and took two days for the red to go away. I don't know if I should try it again. Sure would save in the long run.

Others here who experienced the same reaction are loving the Foreo Luna. Just put it in the search bar to find the threads.

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winamac1 — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 00:27:03 GMT

I""ve had a few. I won't get anymore. I think they cause broken capillaries.

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winamac1 — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 00:27:51 GMT

On 1/1/2014 beachie said:
I tried the clarisonic and it was too strong even with the sensitive head. She asked me if I had one yesterday. My face broke out and took two days for the red to go away. I don't know if I should try it again. Sure would save in the long run.

I have several friends who get them monthly. Their faces are always red and they appear more broken out since they started getting facials. I won't get them.

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Cardamom — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 00:28:42 GMT

I've never had one but I have prettty good skin. It seems like an expensive splurge when I can buy one beauty item that will last me along time for the same price.

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JeanLouiseFinch — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 00:29:49 GMT

I've had a number of facials at the salon/spa my DD used to work at. They were an incredible experience. The only thing I didn't care for was when the aesthetician told me I had congested pores. She tried to do extractions and nothing came out. No wonder - they were sebaceous hyperplasia. DD switched salons so I don't go anymore. It's OK though, I have my SH under control now and because I'm now using oils in my skincare routine, every night when I massage my cleanser and treatment oils into my face I try to employ some of the techniques I recall and it's very reminiscent of the spa facial experience.

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Tigriss — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 00:38:17 GMT

On 1/1/2014 beachie said:
I tried the clarisonic and it was too strong even with the sensitive head. She asked me if I had one yesterday. My face broke out and took two days for the red to go away. I don't know if I should try it again. Sure would save in the long run.

You should try the acne head. It is much more plush than the sensitive skin one. The bristles are softer and fuller, plus don't use it every day. Start once per week or a few times per week. This will give your skin a rest. Also don't use much pressure. Also as it flushes the gunk out, you may break out until all the pores are clear.

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gubby1 — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 00:39:03 GMT

I recently had a ""Fire and Ice"" facial in LA. It was very nice and I would love to do it monthly if I can arrange it in my budget.It made my skin hust glow and it made pores appear smaller and my skin looks tighter. happy!

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Dublingrl — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 02:23:31 GMT

It's a wonderful way to relax. I don't have the time or the budget for facials, but if you do, enjoy and unwind

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Fifi1 — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 02:26:01 GMT

I used to go every other month, but have really good skin, use RX retin a and my Mia, and my derm told me save my $$$ and get a massage instead! I do get a massage twice a month!

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Tigriss — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 02:32:47 GMT

I do my own, usually on Sunday afternoons, but I have done them during the week while in a long, hot bath for stress reduction. I use an avocado mask, a volcano mud mask, a 100% Pure seaweed mask, those little packet you get at the store, mainly the detoxing ones, or from Sally's. I buy a few and alternate between them. Right now the avocado, volcano ( you mix it with apple cider vinegar and it gets hard, but pulls so much out) and the seaweed one. I did a facial kit for our family's Dirty Santa with those packets and little bits. You can do a lot for $20. I do my Clarisonic in the shower at night, so that counts in my book!

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beachie — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 02:36:05 GMT

On 1/1/2014 MarenSeattle said:
On 1/1/2014 beachie said:
I tried the clarisonic and it was too strong even with the sensitive head. She asked me if I had one yesterday. My face broke out and took two days for the red to go away. I don't know if I should try it again. Sure would save in the long run.

Others here who experienced the same reaction are loving the Foreo Luna. Just put it in the search bar to find the threads.

Thank you I'm going to try right now

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MelaMela — Thu, 02 Jan 2014 02:36:51 GMT

I love getting facials. I don't go often simply due to the cost. I love the feeling. I love how my skin looks and glows. If it was possible I would go every few months.