Glow Island USA: Meet the Tools Turning Heads from Conair, pmd Beauty and GESKE!

There are a couple of things I’m obsessed with these days: Love Island USA and the demise of my once-beloved Clarisonic. 

 

I’ll admit, I don’t usually mix up my cleansing routine. Most days I’m loyal to the facecloth + cleanser combo (safe, reliable, but a little vanilla). But a couple times a week, I throw in a tool for that villa twist - gotta keep the pores on their toes, yeah? 

 

For ages, I was wholeheartedly devoted to my Clarisonic. We were so coupling - we had a thing. But let’s be honest: it’s been high-maintenance, it keeps ghosting me (RIP to the fourth one that just broke) and for something I only use twice a week, there really shouldn’t be this much drama! 

 

When my latest one bit the dust, I realized I was tired of something that works like Ariana does as a host - shows up for a few minutes in a great outfit, causes a little chaos and then disappears without explanation. I needed a dependable new bombshell who looks good and relentlessly does their job of seducing/cleaning my face. So I went on the hunt for a rebound: something more reliable, more vibey, less likely to spontaneously die mid-cleanse. 

 

Here’s what I found - ranked by how well they understood the assignment, let's go up to Soul Ties and discuss: 

Conair True Glow Sonic Facial Brush - $59.99 

The No-Nonsense Grafter 

 

She’s affordable, dependable, and doesn’t need constant attention - basically Austin in brush form. This little babe (shoutout Amaya!) delivers 300 sonic oscillations per second (faster than some Islanders switch couples), three speed settings and even shuts off after 60 seconds - just enough time to get in, get clean, and not overdo it. 

Specs: 

- Waterproof Rechargeable with charging base (no batteries? It’s giving eco.) 

- Clinically proven to reduce redness, shrink pores by 30%, and make skin glowier 

- Removes 98% of environmental toxins—because city skin needs a detox too.

 

Available at conaircanada.ca.

pmd Beauty Clean Smart Facial Cleansing Device - $139 

The Fancy One Who Does Pilates 

 

She’s sleek, she’s silicone, she vibrates at 7,000 times per minute (don’t get cheeky) and she’s all about lifting, toning and being extra extra. If Conair is your steady relationship, PMD Clean is the fit, mysterious bombshell who turns every head at the fire pit. Comes with four customizable modes, a built-in anti-aging massage feature and bristles so soft they could sweet-talk Hannah (not that that’s hard…). Perks: 

- Ultra-hygienic + waterproof silicone 

- Boosts elasticity like it’s on collagen crack 

- Reduces fine lines while cleansing deep - a multitasking queen! 

- Suitable for all skin types

 

Available at Shoppers Drug Mart in a very cute Blush with rose gold finish, or online at beauty.shoppersdrugmart.ca. (Yes, it’s also on the PMD site in other colours—but why bother? Converting USD is the real villain here.) 

GESKE Sonic Facial Brush 5-in-1 - $39.95 

The AI-Loving Pocket Rocket

 

She’s tiny (like Ace, but not an asshole) and mighty. With AI-powered skin scanning and a full skincare game plan via app, this is basically the Huda (feed that girl a proper pancake!) of cleansing tools - dramatic, tech-savvy, maybe a little unhinged, but ultimately very helpful. 

Features: 

- SmartSonic pulsations for deep cleansing 

- Eye-nose area precision (say bye to congestion in awkward corners) 

- Youthful Glow massage to fake 8 hours of sleep 

- Ultra-hygienic and great for textured, oily, or stressed-out skin 

- Comes in aquamarine, pink, and black

 

Available online at beauty.shoppersdrugmart.ca and amazon.ca.

 

💞 Final Recoupling Thoughts: If you’re done with the drama of overpriced, high-maintenance skincare gadgets that abandon you when you need them most (yes, I'm looking at you Jeremiah), it’s time to pick a cleansing tool fit for your villa. Whether you want a no-fuss grafter, a bougie anti-aging boss babe or a tech-savvy glow-getter, choose your island vibe - and let your skin find its perfect coupling. 

 

Your skin? It’s definitely getting a text!

 

- Lisamarie - 

Cold weather care for skin with Korres and Mary Kay!

Get that deep clean feeling for your skin in a gentle way perfect for winter weather::

Korres Greek Yoghurt Foaming Cream Cleanser - 150ml - $30 - an 86.4% natural ingredient, soap-free cleanser that  effectively removes make-up and impurities while nourishing skin, leaving it soft and supple.

With a rich textured formula that smells great and is rich in proteins, minerals and vitamins along with Greek yoghurt concentrate - contains two and a half times the protein content of regular yogurt for advanced nourishment; honeysuckle - provides soothing, antibacterial and calming benefits; and amaranth seed extract - to calm skin.

Available at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada and online at beauty.shoppersdrugmart.ca.

And for the ultimate clean feeling that is still super gentle on the skin use it with...

Mary Kay Skinvigorate Sonic Skin Care System - $85 - for a superior clean in just 60 seconds with a rechargeable, three speed device that removes four times more dirt, oil, impurities, makeup and pollutants than hand cleansing. It cleans hard-to-reach places and is suitable for twice-daily cleansing on all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Available now through your Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant - if you don't have one you can find one at - www.marykay.ca or 1-866-455-5454.

- Lisamarie -

Needful Things - Tweezerman Complexion Cleansing Brush!

Tweezerman Complexion Cleansing Brush - $21 - gently cleanses and washes away impurities with velvety soft synthetic bristles that can cleanse deeply and gently remove pore clogging dirt and dead skin.

It has lots of practical features: a flat base that allows the brush to stand upright; a convenient, ergonomic shape that makes it comfortable to hold; a tilted brush head that allows water to drain so bristles will dry thoroughly and retain their shape; and includes a cap for easy travel and storage.

Now I know a lot of sensitive skins do not enjoy a cleansing brush because no matter how much they claim to be gentle enough for sensitive skin, they always feel too rough - which is why you have to feel this one, you will not believe how soft it is, feeling is believing - and as an added bonus, it's pink!


Available online now at tweezerman.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Avon Anew Clean has everything you need for perfectly cleansed skin!

Avon Anew Clean introduces a new line of skin cleansers that are great for all skin types:

Micellar Cleansing Water - 150ml - $14 - a great multi-tasker that cleanses, hydrates and tones with an isotonic water complex that works to attract and maintain moisture so skin feels softer and more revitalized - just smooth over skin with a cotton pad - no need to rinse off!

Refining Daily Scrub - 100ml - $14 - a creamy scrub that gently exfoliates and refines to improve the look and feel of skin texture to reveal fresher, brighter skin.

Revitalizing Toner - 200ml - $14 - with a refreshing formula that leaves skin feeling hydrated, moisturized and thoroughly cleansed.

Facial Cleansing Wipes - 24 wipes - $14 - pre-moistened wipes that cleanse in one easy step with a formula that leaves skin looking and feeling purified and refreshed.

And for an even better clean - use the Refining Daily Scrub (or any of your other daily cleansers) with:

Avon Deluxe Cleansing Brush - $12 - with pillow touch fibres that gently cleanse for brighter looking skin that are gentle enough to use on sensitive skin.

Available from your Avon rep - 1-800-265-AVON or online at www.avon.ca.

- Lisamarie -

Colourful cleansing with a brush from Mary Kay, Clarisonic and Sephora!

Mary Kay Skinvigorate Cleansing Brush in Purple - $60 - a lightweight, two-speed power brush that gently massages as it thoroughly cleans skin, removing residue, dirt and makeup in seconds - removing makeup 85% better than cleansing by hand.

Available now until February 15th, 2016 through your Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant - if you don't have one you can find one at - www.marykay.ca or 1-866-455-5454.

Clarisonic Mia 2 Keith Haring Skin Cleansing System - $180 - includes: Mia 2 Keith Haring Facial Cleansing Device in colourful Dance, Love or Pop designs by New York graffiti and visual artist, Keith Haring; Sensitive Brush Head; Universal pLink Charger; Keith Haring travel bag and 30ml Refreshing Gel Cleanser -  in just 60 seconds, its sonic action removes impurities from pores so that creams, serums, and moisturizers are more effective - and with regular daily use offers a reduction in dry patches, oily areas, and blemishes.

Available at Hudson's Bay, Sephora and sephora.ca.

Or opt for low-tech with:

Sephora Cleaning Me Softly Facial Cleansing Brush in Pink - $13 - a gentle, deep pore-cleansing neck and face brush with super soft bristles, ensuring a deep and invigorating clean while being gentle enough for even the most delicate skin. Equipped with a long, curved handle, the brush is made for easy and comfortable cleaning on the face and neck and helps reach difficult areas and comes with a plastic cap to cover the bristles for storage and travel

Available at Sephora and sephora.ca.

- Lisamarie -

This week I'm obsessed with... Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Touch Facialist!

We already love Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Step Facial Cleanser for how quickly it melts down even the longest-wearing makeup, gently yet effectively whisks away oil, dirt and debris and leaves skin toned but to make it even better, it now has a unique delivery system that offers the  ultimate combination of deep cleansing, texture refining and relaxing massage in one easy step:

Philosophy Purity Made Simple One-Touch Facialist - $99 -  a deep cleansing tool with two speeds and 10,000+ vibrations per minute running through the soft-touch brush of hygienic silicone tips that move easily over facial contours (even hard-to-reach areas). It deep-cleans and removes makeup without irritation; gently exfoliates to smooth and refine skin; and offers a multi-level massage that  leaves skin relaxed and glowing.

What I love best and what makes it different from other facial brushes is the built-in reservoir that conveniently holds the cleanser and dispenses it directly onto the brush with one push of a button!

Available now at Sephora, Hudson's Bay and select Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Cleansing goes slim and high tech with face brushes from Philips and Clinique!

Philips PureRadiance Facial Cleansing System - $150 - the only cleansing system with Advanced Dual Motion which combines sonic pulses and gentle rotations, making it as gentle as manual washing but also improves microcirculation for more radiant skin, exfoliates better for smoother skin and is 10X more effective at removing makeup. The water resistant brush offers multi-speed setting - gentle or deep cleansing and a skin zone timer alerts you to rotate to the three key areas of the face every 20 seconds making it a quick, easy and effective one minute facial treatment and prepares your skin better for your skin care product.

Includes a sleek charging stand that holds the product upright while charging, allowing the brush to air dry and allows for up to 30 cordless uses with one charge and a convenient travel pouch.

Available now at Personal Edge locations across Canada.

Clinique Sonic System Purifying Cleansing Brush - $95 - a gentle, re-chargable, compact cleansing system suitable for all skin types and ages. With an oval-shaped brush head specifically designed to allow targeted cleansing in the hard-to-reach, contoured areas of the face like around the nose, hairline and chin with two strengths of rounded bristles to deliver a gentle, custom cleansing experience: the pale green, angled tip consists of firmer, shorter bristles that allow for easier and more efficient cleansing of areas prone to more oil production and clogging, like the t-zone; and the white bristles on the body of the brush are softer and less firm, designed to target the larger more delicate areas of the face like the cheeks where there are less oil glands; while the sonic vibrations combined with the unique brush configuration gently massages the skin, loosening stubborn dirt and oil more effectively than hand washing


Designed to work in partnership with the Clinique 3-Step Skin Care System to gently deliver the cleanest, healthiest skin ever that looks instantly smoother and more radiant, with purified pores that can now breathe and is more receptive to the skin care treatments that follow, allowing them to better absorb into skin and perform better.

Available now at Hudson's Bay, Sephora, select Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty Boutiques and online at www.clinique.com.

- Lisamarie -