Image Map

Thursday 19 February 2015

Face Brush Frenzy










It's very rare for me to go from having nothing to having two of the same thing, but this was the case regarding facial brushes. You have most probably seen my Clinique brush from my Christmas haul, but I thought now was the time to focus in depth on it seeing as I was sent a very similar product from Magnitone.

This brush comes in four shades: yellow, blue, green and pink. Yet I chose to be slightly different and picked the limited edition bright pink one. I was so excited when this arrived a week ago, I've been using it morning and evening every day. All was well at first, however, after around three days I had noticed that my skin was raw red, and it had to be the brush as my facial wash had not changed. I dug a little deeper to research what I was using, and found out that I had been doing an intense wash morning and night, which was not the best for my teenage skin. Quickly after realising this, I began doing the sensitive cleanse and the results were a hundred times better, my skin glowed and my blemishes faded. The brush has a built in timer, which beeps to alarm you to move on to the next area of your face. On top of this, it came with a cute pink headband to ensure that all of your hair is kept of your face. All I would say if you were going to invest in this brush is make sure you know what setting/cleanse you are doing in order to notice the best results. Size-wise, this can easily fit into a wash bag, I took mine away with me last weekend and all was fine, just remember to keep the cap for the brush head safe. Overall, if your skin is a little older or known for being less sensitive, I would recommend this brush for you. That's not to say that if you do have sensitive skin that this brush would be a bad investment. 
 
Unlike the Magnitone, this brush only has one setting which means it is less versatile. Saying this, it has been designed for sensitive skin, which is perfect for me and there are two different areas on the one head, the green tip for your T-zone and the white base for the rest of your face. Again, I use this brush both morning and evening, for 1 minute (although when I first got this I was using it for only 30 seconds like advised). My favourite thing about this brush is that the charge lasts forever. Bear in mind that I've been using this since December, three months on and I still haven't had to recharge it! I would recommend this brush if your skin is known for being rather sensitive, as out of the two brushes this probably works best with my skin type.

(I have left the links in the product names, but you can also buy both brushes from Boots).

Do you use a face brush? If so, what one?

43 comments:

  1. WOW!Great post !! I just waited for some recomendation for some face brush! Helpful. ;)
    ♥Kristina
    New post is up! :Shdes of black and grey

    http://vrgov.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  2. Just started using the Clarasonic, so far so good! x

    http://lauratalksout.blogspot.co.uk

    ReplyDelete
  3. I'm so intrigued by this, I've seen a couple of blog posts, this one is great! xx
    www.emilyjanewebb.co.uk

    ReplyDelete
  4. I've always been intrigued by the idea of using a face brush but I definitely want to think about it for a while before I invest in one!

    vvnightingale.blogspot.co.uk

    ReplyDelete
  5. Heard so much about this, thanks for sharing your review! :)

    I have a new outfit post up on the blog, would love to know your thoughts:

    * Electric Sunrise - Fashion and Lifestyle Blog *

    x

    ReplyDelete
  6. Great review! I'm avoiding using these because I imagine it's really easy to overdo it and scrub your skin to no end - besides, my skin is dry and sensitive. Glad these are working for you!

    Erin | Erin and Katherine Talk Beauty

    ReplyDelete
  7. I use a foreo luna but would love to try these brushes ! I am just afraid that my skin would get irritated cause it's so delicate !

    Fashion and Cookies
    Facebook / G+ / Bloglovin

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. that is exactly what I was weary of too, just make sure you use a sensitive wash/brush head x

      Delete
  8. I do love my Magnitone, and its even better its pink!

    Annabel ♥
    Mascara & Maltesers

    ReplyDelete
  9. never tried a face brush, all i ever hear is clarisonic. but it's good you shared your take on these alternatives!! :D

    Animated Confessions

    ReplyDelete
  10. I don't use a face brush, but I really should!

    Beauty & Colour

    ReplyDelete
  11. I really want to get a good brush, do you feel its good
    for blackheads?

    xx
    Giana.LDS
    giana.ledesociale.com

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I don't personally have blackheads so I'm probably not the one to ask, if I was you I'd look on their websites x

      Delete
  12. I've never used one of these! They are expensive but the clinque one sounds great for my sensitive skin!

    www.beyondthevelvet.blogspot.co.uk

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Yes, I was a little edgy on the price too, but then there's the Clarisonic which is a lot more expensive but these do the same job! x

      Delete
  13. See I'd prefer the Clinique one looks/brand wise but the Magnitone does sound better!

    Georgina
    foxonthehunt.com

    ReplyDelete
  14. The sensitive skin one sounds the best, I had never heard of any of these before :) Rebecca | Rebecca Marie xx

    ReplyDelete
  15. These products sound great! I'm craving for a Clarisonic! =)

    NEW POST on http://whattostyle.blogspot.com/

    xoxo,
    Jessica

    ReplyDelete
  16. I've been wanting to try the Magnitone brush! Have you seen the gold edition? It looks lush!

    Maria // http://foxandarrowdesign.com/

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. No I haven't, but I have a feeling I'm about to go and look x

      Delete
  17. I actually just got a Clarisonic Mia2 last week which I like so far though haven't noticed any changes yet.The Magnitone looks A LOT like the Clarisonic... I wonder how they compare.

    xo, alison*elle

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Yes, I'd love to see too, the only thing I know now is that the Clarisonic is a lot more expensive haha! x

      Delete
  18. Loving the clinique one, because it's great for sensitive skin.
    xox
    Lenya
    FashionDreams&Lifestyle

    ReplyDelete
  19. I have been very loyal to my Olay Pro-X and it has done me LOTS of good for the past 3 years. You got me curious about this, will check if I can get it here. Great review!

    Shireen | Reflection of Sanity

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. thank you! and I've never heard of the Olay Pro-X, so I will go and investigate now! x

      Delete
  20. this product looks that is so good

    http://neednodistructions.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  21. I think it is worth the investment in any face brush, my skin has become so much clearer! x

    ReplyDelete
  22. I have the Clarisonic brush and love it, def worth the investment.

    http://mimiandchichi.com/

    ReplyDelete
  23. I have both of these and prefer my clarisonic, I really did like the magnitone and think it's so pretty but it's better for travel than home I think xxx

    ReplyDelete
  24. Really good insight about facial brushes.. always wondered if they actually worked. Great blog!

    http://kelliemiyoko.blogspot.com

    x Kellie

    ReplyDelete
  25. These both sound amazing, but I think I would much prefer the Clarisonic like you! Got to take care of that sensitive skin <3
    xxx

    By the way I'm hosting my first ever give away on the blog! Check it out :) She Will Be

    ReplyDelete
  26. Interesting to hear about these! I don't know how I feel about face brushes, I do think if you have skin problems then they are probably a good investment but for my normal skin they seem a bit of an expensive extra! Good to know these work well for sensitive skin as I always presumed they wouldn't! xx

    Jasmin Charlotte | UK Lifestyle Blog

    ReplyDelete
  27. Lovely review of each brush and I really wanted the Magnitone awhile back but then went with the Foreo Luna and love it <3

    www.krystelcouture.com | OnePiece Giveaway

    ReplyDelete
  28. I have quite sensitive skin so not sure how I would get on with the Magnitone one but they sound amazing. I really want to try! Great review.

    Amy xx
    The Perks of Being Amy

    ReplyDelete
  29. I've been intrigued by face brushes ever since the Clarisonic came out! The Clinique brush sounds like it would suit my skin the best!
    Great review! I'm so glad you've compared two different brushes :)

    Becki | beautyandthebrunette.co.uk
    xxx

    ReplyDelete
  30. Mm, really good review. I think I need to get myself a face brush now!

    http://carinazz.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete
  31. interesting and great post

    http://www.lecoolbycarol.com/

    ReplyDelete
  32. I got given the magnitone but gave it to a friend for a xmas present! Wish I kept it now d'oh The Pixie Cut | Cosmopolitan ‘Best New Fashion Blog’ Winner 2014

    ReplyDelete
  33. Good to know, thanks for sharing :) I'm considering investing in a face brush but it's so expensive , I haven't had the heart for it yet.
    http://lushobsessed.wordpress.com

    ReplyDelete
  34. Good to know, thanks for sharing :) I'm considering investing in a face brush but it's so expensive , I haven't had the heart for it yet.
    http://lushobsessed.wordpress.com

    ReplyDelete

Thank you for all your lovely comments!

Please don't leave anything like 'follow for follow' or a two word reply, but if you leave your blog link I'll make sure to check all your gorgeous blogs out :)