The Top 4 Men’s Face Cleansing Brushes

If you are tired of stealing your wife’s electric face cleansing brush and are looking for a sonic cleansing system designed for a man, there are a few products on the market to be aware of.

Men can, of course, use any of the favorite cleansing brushes that women use (i.e., the Clarisonic Mia or the Proactiv Deep Cleansing Brush), but they can also really benefit from some of the unique features of the systems that are created for men’s thicker, often oilier skin. Face cleansing systems can help to get rid of sweat, dirt, and oil, much better than hand washing alone. Some of the benefits of using a face brush include evening out your skin tone, helping prevent breakouts and blemishes, making medications and moisturizers absorb better, and best of all for men, giving you a closer shave and fewer ingrown hairs.

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Benefits

There are many reported benefits to using a sonic facial brush, not only do they get into your pores and help to deep clean your skin, but they are also great for exfoliating dead skin, giving your skin it a more radiant glow. Regular use improves tone, texture, elasticity, and firmness. Since skin is smoother and softer, products or medications you apply after their use can be absorbed more deeply. These devices are also ideal for:

• Treating acne
• Anti-aging
• Oily complexions
• Reducing the appearance of large pores
• Helping with uneven skin tone

Using an electric brush allows the user to get six times better cleansing than with hands alone. For men, these devices have the added benefit of prepping skin for shaving, creating a closer shave and less razor burn or ingrown hair problems.  Individuals with beards, also find that the brushes can help to clear areas of the beard that may be prone to breakouts and leave the beard softer and more comfortable.

What you should know before buying

Sonic face systems have become wildly popular products in recent years; people love them and find that their complexion is very much improved after using them. Since these devices aren’t cheap, there are a few things to be aware of before buying one.

• A lot of people have breakouts after starting to use a face brush. Breakouts are a reasonably common occurrence and should clear up in a few weeks as dead cells are removed. Skin brushes generally improve acne over time with proper use. Although if you do have acne, avoid using the device over any infectious open wounds, but you can use the brush around areas with acne. You should also make sure you clean the head with soap and water or alcohol to avoid acne-causing bacteria build-up.
• If you buy online, you need to make sure you are buying from an authorized dealer. There are some reports of fake products being sold online. If you aren’t sure if any product you have purchased is the real deal, register it as soon as you received it on the manufacturer’s website. If you are not able to register it, return it to the seller right away as it is probably a diluted, expired, or counterfeit product that may not be safe to use or perform as tested.
• Don’t use any of these devices more than is recommended. Ensure you follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions. Overuse can lead to broken capillaries, excessive dryness, irritation, redness, and sensitivity.
• Do not use if you have: sensitive, sunburned, broken or thin skin as well as rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, or skin that is prone to broken capillaries or redness.
• Don’t share brushes with family members; if they are not appropriately cleaned and replaced after three months, they may hold acne-causing bacteria in the bristles.
• Don’t use these products with other exfoliates.

Features

To find the best facial system for you, you will want to have a close look at the different types of features that are offered on the various models.

Power Supply

Since facial cleaning devices are electric, they need power to run the motor. Most systems generally use either a rechargeable battery or AA batteries. The higher-end models all use rechargeable batteries that typically have relatively long battery life. Most users charge the battery well before it dies, so you don’t have to worry about running out of power in the middle of washing your face. A couple of products use a charging dock base that connects via USB and can be charged using a computer.

Speed Setting

One of the essential features to be aware of is the number of speed setting a particular device has. Most users are fine with just one setting, but you can get a machine with up to three different speed settings. Generally, you will pay more for more settings.  Depending on how you are going to be using the device, you may find that one-speed is all you need, or you may want a more vigorous cleaning and opt for the faster-rotating speed.

The benefit of getting just one setting means the device is straightforward to use. Two settings are great for users who are looking for a deeper cleansing or cleaning a beard. People that use the three speeds want to be able to give certain areas of their face a more vigorous exfoliation.

Warranty

The systems we included in our top picks all have guarantees from 1 to 2 years. Some brushes you can buy do not come with warranties. Before purchasing, check that any product you are considering has a warranty and the period for the warranty. You should also ensure that you retain the proof of purchase. You may need to register the product on the manufacturer’s website.

Waterproof

A lot of men like to wash their face in the shower, and most of the higher-end products designed for men are waterproof and can be used in the shower.  Having a waterproof device is usually a good idea for any merchandise you purchase that will be used around a sink or near a shower.

Brush Heads

Some systems come with multiple heads that are for different purposes (With some Clarisonic devices you can get heads for normal, deep pore, sensitive and delicate).

Price

Electric face cleaning systems range in price from $20 to $200. If you are looking for a simple budget model, the Olay Professional ProX Advanced Cleansing System is a great option; it has two speeds, one soft brush head and is very easy to use. It is available in most places that you would buy Olay products. If you would like a product that has a warranty, has different speeds for different parts of your face and has the option to use different types of heads, you will need to speed more for these types of features.

How to use a Face Cleansing Brush

Most dermatologists recommend using an electric facial brush no more than two times per week, although the Luna is gentle enough that some customers use them one a day.

To use, you apply your favorite foaming cleanser to your face beforehand or directly onto the brush head (refer to instructions for any device you purchase). Take the device and gently move it around your face for approximately 60 seconds. You should not use on the eye area since the skin is too delicate.

The Bottom Line

If you are looking for something to brighten up your complexion and are finding that whatever creams and cleansers you are using isn’t entirely giving you the boost that you need, a sonic face system could be precisely what you need to help get your face looking great. Just remember if you do try out a system, it may take your skin a couple of weeks to get used to it, some users find that brushes cause them to have breakouts, but if you stick with it, you should see improvement after a couple of weeks.

Another thing to keep in mind is that you need to replace the head (on some products) every three months as bacteria can live in heads and if they aren’t cleaned properly or replaced you could be making your skin worse without realizing it. It is also important not to overuse a face brush (not more than once a day, generally recommended doing it two times a week) as it can cause dryness and irritation.

Many people have gotten great results using an electric skin brush and find them to be a worthwhile investment.

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