24 Seven May 2018

Joanne Ferreri
FACIAL
CLEANSING
DEVICES:
KNOW YOUR
CHOICES
Do you have oily skin, blackheads, acne
or just want an easier, more fun way to
clean your face? Either you love or hate
washing, but the fact is you need to
clean your face every single day.
When you wash your face to prepare
it for your skincare regime, doing
it with your hands and fingertips
is not optimal due to germs and
bacteria. There are plenty of scrubs
and cleansers, but most cannot give
you the deep cleansing that a facial
cleaning device can.
A facial cleansing device can clean your
skin much better than hands alone and
can be used to intensify the effects of
your skin cleanser effortlessly. It can deep
clean the skin, reduce the appearance of
pores, increase skin renewal, and even
provide anti-aging benefits. While some
can provide microderm abrasion, others
encourage circulation and increased
collagen production.
So what are your choices?
Let’s start with shape. There are
round or tear dropped shaped devices
that are self contained with no
removable parts. A sponge puff is also
a self contained option. Others look
like mushroom stems with a removable
brush head. There are even one and two
sided devices that look like paint rollers
that you glide up and down your face. A
more common shape is a hand held one
that contours to the palm of your hand
and the heads are usually removable for
cleaning.
The mini or travel size devices can be
manual or battery powered. The hand
held ones can be battery powered
but are usually rechargeable. A good
rechargeable device should last a week
of twice a day use.
Let’s assume you want a durable hand
held facial device. A common head is a
brush. It can also be pumice, message,
or even microderm abrasion. New
models include silicone or latex heads.
Be aware the brushes can harbor
bacteria, can be difficult to fully clean
and may be abrasive and irritating.
Silicone heads can be significantly more
hygienic. Whatever head you choose,
keep it clean and change it least every
few months.
Depending on your requirements and
preferences the head or whole device
can spin, vibrate, oscillate, exfoliate,
or pulsate. Spinning heads can be in a
single direction or duel action.
Another important decision is for you
to choose the correct wash that is
compatible with the tool you choose and
your skin type. One cleanser does not
fit all. Options include oily, dry, combo,
sensitive, or an acne cleanser.
Many customizable tools and options
are available as well as complete kits.
Since prices can vary greatly, $30 - $300,
know your price range and the benefits
you are looking for before you buy.
Be a smarter consumer. Know what you
want. Know your choices.
Joanne Ferreri is a consultant in genetic anti-aging technologies, a philanthropic international business owner and bestselling author;
donating 18,000+ meals to nourish children.
www.totalwellness.nsproducts.com