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The secret weapon to clearer skin.

Three facial cleansing brushes set up against a gray background

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TL;DR

Our favorite cleansing brush is theRoseSkinCo.

Its intuitive to use, has a compact and functional design, and effectively cleanses the skin.

But if youre looking for a delicate, manual cleansing brush, we recommend theTata Harper Cleansing Kabuki Brush.

RoseSkinCo. Petal 2 Ultrasonic Facial Cleansing Brush

PHOTO: RoseSkinCo.

On the other hand, if physical exfoliation is your goal, try theEzbasics Facial Cleansing Brush.

Sheila Farhang, M.D.

But as with most skincare tools, not all facial cleansing brushes are the same.

A person using the RoseSkinCo. Petal 2 Ultrasonic Facial Cleansing Brush on their face

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The brushes that performed the best earned a spot on our list.

Our Top Picks

Best Overall

RoseSkinCo.

She was also pleasantly surprised by the massage feature, saying that it felt like a mini skin treatment.

NågraCoola Sonic Facial Cleansing Brush

PHOTO: Amazon

The silicone bristles are soft and nonirritating on my sensitive skin and do a good job of cleaning.

I enjoyed using this brush and would happily use it every day.

It features a heating capability, a magnetic charging port, and gentle vibrations.

A person using the NågraCoola Sonic Facial Cleansing Brush on their cheek

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My skin feels soft, refreshed, and cleana big difference from washing with my bare hands."

The ultrasoft bristles bump up the lather offoam cleansersand work to give the skin a deep yet gentle clean.

I have some minor skin irritations at the moment, and this brush didn’t aggravate it.

Tata Harper Cleansing Kabuki Brush

PHOTO: Tata Harper

It works to cleanse the skin of excess oil, remove dead skin cells, and improve radiance.

She noted that the pulsation provided a massage and an invigorating sensation, leaving her feeling energized.

Michelle, tester with normal skin:The brush did a wonderful job of exfoliating and cleansing my skin.

A person using the Tata Harper Cleansing Kabuki Brush on their face

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It felt like it was able to get a good amount of makeup off while also removing dead skin.

The picks that made the cut are the ones that blew our testers away and met their expectations.

They have their benefitsnamely, more effective cleansing and exfoliation.

Buttah Skin Buttah Vibe Brush

PHOTO: Macy’s

However, being overzealous with your cleansing brush or using it too often might cause redness and irritation.

Alyssa is an associate editor at Byrdie, where she covers all things beauty.

A Buttah Skin Buttah Vibe Brush displayed between two curved wooden pieces on a dark background

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EZBasics Facial Cleansing Brush

PHOTO: Amazon

Close-up of a person using the EZBasics Facial Cleansing Brush on their cheek

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Foreo Luna 3

PHOTO: Amazon

A person using the Foreo Luna 3 on their cheek

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Testing Facial Cleansing Brushes for All Skin Types