A face brush that also pushes serum in instead of sitting on top
Is this the right fit?
- Best for
- anyone using an expensive serum who suspects most of it is not getting past the surface, and people who exfoliate manually and overdo it
- Skip if
- Daily use is too much for sensitive or actively broken-out skin, so most people should run it two or three times a week
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The Spa Sciences NOVA is a sonic cleansing brush with roughly 20,000 bristles running at 18,000 movements per minute, which cleans and gently exfoliates in one pass. The second function is infusion: after cleansing, it works serum and moisturizer into skin that has just been cleaned and prepped rather than leaving product sitting on the surface. The bristles carry built-in antimicrobial protection, which matters because a damp brush head living in a bathroom is otherwise a real hygiene problem. It charges over USB on a wireless cradle and runs about two hours per charge. There is a two-year limited warranty. Best fit: anyone using an expensive serum who suspects most of it is not getting past the surface, and people who exfoliate manually and overdo it.
Pros
- Cleanses and gently exfoliates in one pass, more consistently than scrubbing by hand
- Infusion mode works serum into freshly cleaned skin rather than leaving it on the surface
- Bristles carry built-in antimicrobial protection, which addresses the damp-brush hygiene problem
- USB rechargeable with about two hours of runtime per charge, and a two-year warranty
Cons
- Daily use is too much for sensitive or actively broken-out skin, so most people should run it two or three times a week
Frequently asked questions
How often should you use it?
Two to three times a week is right for most skin. Daily sonic cleansing tends to over-exfoliate, especially on sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Is it safe with retinol or acids?
Use it on nights you are not applying actives. Combining mechanical exfoliation with a retinoid or an acid on the same night is how people end up with a compromised barrier.
Is it waterproof for the shower?
It is designed for use with water and cleanser at the sink. Check the listing's water rating before taking it into a running shower.
Do you have to replace the brush head?
Brush heads wear out and are replaced periodically, typically every three months. The antimicrobial treatment slows bacterial growth but does not make the head last forever.
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