I’m not new to pulsing silicone facial cleansing devices.
These skin care tools are amazing for removing every last bit of dirt and oil from the skin while improving skin texture and massaging every last bit of tension out of your face.
But I was recently gifted the FOREO LUNA mini 3 T-Sonic facial cleansing device and was curious what made this device so special that it “broke the internet”.
In this post, I’ll be sharing all the benefits your skin can gain from using a facial cleansing device, all the features of the LUNA mini 3 by FOREO Sweden, how to use it in your skin care routine and why you’ll never want your skin to go without it again…enjoy!
*this post contains affiliate links and the product was gifted to me by FOREO*
What Are The Benefits Of Using A Facial Cleansing Device
So why spend money on a facial cleansing tool when you can use your hands for free? Well, I can tell you from experience that using a pulsing facial cleansing tool can:
– leave you with cleaner skin, which will keep pores cleaner for a clearer complexion
-allow your skin care products to absorb better because there is no dirt/oil/residue to get in the way
-give your face a wonderful massage that can relieve stress and muscle tension from repetitive actions like squinting or jaw clenching
-help to de-puff and slim your face
-boost circulation in the skin while gently exfoliating
-buff out blackheads and whiteheads that regular cleansing and exfoliation may not address
-give you smoother, softer skin while minimizing pores and texture imperfections
-work as a great at-home facial!
Again, I’ve experienced all of the above from using a pulsing facial cleansing device for over a year now and my skin has never been smoother or softer! But now I’m going to tell you why the FOREO LUNA mini 3 will take your cleansing experience to the next level…
What Are The Features Of The LUNA mini 3?
The LUNA mini 3 uses silicone touchpoints to gently remove 99.9% of dirt, oil and dead skin cells from the skin’s surface without irritating or damaging the skin. The non-porous silicone touchpoints are 35x more hygienic than nylon bristles and 25% softer for a more gentle cleanse that can be enjoyed by all skin types.
The device features 8000 T-Sonic pulsations per minute (which is A LOT!) to deep clean pores and destress your tired facial muscles at the same time. The T-Sonic pulsations (the “T” stands for “transdermal”, which means “through the skin”) have 12 intensity settings that can be adjusted through the For You FOREO app that you can download for free on your smartphone. The pulsations can also be adjusted on the device without the app.
The mini 3 also features a Glow Boost mode that will give you glowing skin in 30 seconds when you are need of some on-the-go glow.
The LUNA mini 3 was designed to be easy to hold and maneuver, is totally waterproof and will give you 400 uses per charge. It has a dual cleansing surface (front and back) that doesn’t require replacement, longer silicone touchpoints and comes with a charging cord, storage bag and a user manual.
The LUNA mini 3 comes in five fun colours to choose from (mine is in the colour “fuchsia”).
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How Does The LUNA mini 3 Differ From The Other LUNAs From FOREO?
If you browse the FOREO website, you’ll find a number of their pulsating facial cleansing devices in the LUNA collection. So how is the LUNA mini 3 different from the rest?
Well, exclusive to the LUNA mini 3 is the Glow Boost Mode, which will give you a quick cleanse and glow up in 30 seconds simply by pressing the power button twice when starting up the device. The LUNA mini 3 also features longer silicone touchpoints and improved sonic power for an optimal deep clean in a design that isn’t too big or small to hold.
Price wise, the LUNA mini 3 retails for $199CAD – not the cheapest option (which is the smaller LUNA play for $49CAD) but not as expensive as the larger LUNA 3 or the LUNA 2 Professional, which retail for $259CAD each and feature an anti wrinkle mode that the LUNA mini 3 does not.
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Using The FOREO For You App
As mentioned above, the For You app is a free download for your smartphone that lets you connect to your FOREO LUNA mini 3 via Bluetooth. The app will activate the device, register the device for the two-year warranty and lets you adjust the device’s settings.
All 12 of the T-Sonic pulsation settings can be adjusted using the app. You can also extend how long the device will run for if you want more time (it has a default timer of 60 seconds on it).
The app also lets you find your LUNA mini 3 if you are as forgetful as I am and happen to misplace it.
Not into using apps? Don’t worry, you can use the LUNA mini 3 without the app after it has been activated.
FOREO Micro-Foam Cleanser
FOREO also gifted the Micro-Foam Cleanser to test out with my LUNA mini 3 and they’re a great combo. The facial cleanser comes in a squeeze tube for easy storage and dispensing and has the texture of a thick cream that turns into a luscious foam when mixed with water.
It cleanses well, rinses away clean and most importantly, doesn’t leave my skin feeling tight or dry afterwards.
Any facial cleanser that leaves your skin feeling tight or dry after rinsing is most likely stripping your skin of much needed moisture and could lead to dryness, redness and irritation.
This cleanser is vegan, cruelty free and fragrance free while being formulated without sulfates, silicones, mineral oil, disodium EDTA or phenoxyethanol.
While FOREO recommends using this cleanser with their facial cleansing devices, you can use any foaming cleanser that you want!
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How To Use The FOREO LUNA mini 3
I love using the FOREO LUNA mini 3 in my night time skin care routine. I add a pea-sized amount of the FOREO Micro-Foam Cleanser onto dampened skin and work up a good foam using my hands first. Then, I turn on the LUNA mini 3 to the highest T-Sonic pulsation setting and literally let it massage and shake all the dirt and oil off of my skin.
The strongest T-Sonic setting is crazy intense and so relaxing; sometimes I think it’s going to shake all my teeth out! It’s seriously the most vigorous and fabulous facial massage you can get at home.
To use the LUNA mini 3 (after activating it through the app):
1 – Turn the device on. By pressing the power button several times after it has been turned on, you can select the T-Sonic pulsation intensity you want (you get to choose from 4 manual settings on the device and the full 12 settings through the For You app).
2 – Apply a foaming cleanser onto dampened skin first, or you can apply the cleanser directly onto your LUNA mini 3 and then use the device to massage the cleanser onto dampened skin.
3 – Gently glide the LUNA mini 3 all over your face and neck using circular motions until the entire area is massaged. If the device automatically turns off but you want to get in a longer massage, simply turn it back on (you can also adjust how long the mini 3 runs by accessing the “settings” option in the For You app and increasing the treatment time).
4 – When you’re done, rinse off the cleanser with lukewarm water and continue with your regular skin care routine.
Looking for a firming, lifting and skin plumping treatment at home? Check out my review of the FOREO BEAR mini microcurrent facial device. It’s shockingly good!
My Results Using The LUNA mini 3
Again, I’m not a newbie when it comes to using pulsing silicone facial cleansers, but the FOREO LUNA mini 3 is definitely a cut above some of the other options out there on the market. The intense Glow Boost Mode leaves my skin feeling super clean, soft and utterly amazing and is a great way to destress a tired face before bed while boosting circulation and gently exfoliating.
My pores continue to look smaller and I get less blackheads on my nose. It also helps to keep those pesky whiteheads I get on my chin away, which is something my exfoliants and retinol could never do with 100% success. The gentle exfoliation from this device also keeps the flaky bits I get on my nose, chin and between my eyebrows away without aggravating or stressing my skin.
More importantly, I love that the silicone bristles are gentle enough to be used on my skin every night; I previously used a bristled facial cleansing device (the Clarisonic Mia) and while it was great at cleaning and clearing my skin, the bristles were too rough for me to use on a daily basis.
Overall, I seriously love the bone-shaking massage and deep clean I get with the LUNA mini 3 and would recommend it to anyone looking for smoother, clearer, more radiant skin who doesn’t mind the $199CAD price tag. However, if this cost doesn’t fall within your budget, FOREO has more cost effective LUNA options for you to consider that can still give you a great deep clean on a budget.
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Overall, I highly recommend using a pulsing facial cleansing device to bring the best out of your skin and the LUNA mini 3 by FOREO Sweden is a great option!
