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The at-home beauty world has gone decidedly high tech.
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Some of them, no wonder, cost a small fortune.
Derms are wary of many off-the-shelf products promising clinical-level results.
But there are some beauty devices that even the skin experts believe are worth a tryand worth the cost.
We asked five dermatologists which at-home skin-care tools really work.
These are the ones they stand behind.
Because the brush cleans the skin and pores so well, it makes absorption of skin-care products easier.
Cosmetic dermatologistAnna Guanche, M.D., recommends the brush along with prescription cleansers for patients with acne androsacea.
The rave reviews are across the board.
I highly recommended the skin cleansing system, Clarisonic, board certified dermatologistDebra Jaliman, M.D., tells SELF.
A Clarisonic brush can help you achieve smoother, healthier, and more radiant skin.
This suction gives your face a healthy glow and increases circulation to the area.
I have had patients that have used it with good results, says Dr. Jaliman.
Dr. Schlessinger believes this tool complements in-office hair removal treatments.
Dr. Green points out that its only approved for light skin colors and darker hair.
It uses microcurrent technology to help stimulate collagen to firm the skin, explains Dr. Zeichner.
He says its ideal for people who arebeginning to experience sagging.
Dr. Zeichner does believe this product works, but not immediately.
Dr. Jaliman also approves, telling SELF that most people do see great results with this machine.
Dr. Schlessinger is very enthusiastic about its benefits: It is absolutely worth it!
Its easy to use and many users see the results.
Perhaps the more you use it, the more you might justify the pretty significant cost.
A year later consumers, editors, and dermatologists alike swear by its results.
The blue light targets the bacteria that cause acne, while the red light lessens acne inflammation.
Buy it:ulta.com, $35
