Proactiv Charcoal Infused Pore Cleansing Brush Designed with a sleek, ergonomic shape and angled head for easy contour handling, this deep cleansing device helps remove dirt, makeup, and other pore-clogging impurities.

The specific positioning, look, feel and motion of the brush will vary from brand to brand, but the purpose of the brush is to gently exfoliate and keep your pores clean - in a more effective way than your hands alone can. There are so many options available now, but what's most important is how effective it is.

So if you travel a lot or you want to take this to the gym. Or even for long days at work this cleansing. Tool is useful.

Facial cleansing brushes help clean the skin - Facial brushes can get into the skin in ways that your hands or a washcloth can't. Facial cleansing brushes help keep skin smooth - When skin is free of dirt and oil and is exfoliated on a regular basis, it looks and feels much more smooth.

Most impressive, Proactiv has been so successful by relying on - and almost solely because of - a focus on direct-response marketing: infomercials and internet advertising. It goes far beyond the traditional brand awareness marketing harnessed by giants like Coca-Cola (KO) or Apple (AAPL).

Proactiv's acne treatment products contain several clinically proven active ingredients. Each ingredient works in a slightly different way to target acne. Benzoyl peroxide: works by killing bacteria on your skin that can cause acne. Research has shown that benzoyl peroxide is an effective acne-fighting ingredient.

With that in mind, Engelman says that using a facial cleansing brush once or twice a week to remove dead skin cells is sufficient. As Link sees it, though, it depends on your skincare goals. “If you have very oily skin, you may want to use it daily to remove the oil and debris,” she says.

The answer is so simple: don't use it too often. It's recommended that you brush your face, along with a cleanser, two days out of the week. If your skin dries out and your skin tone becomes uneven, take it down to just once a week. If you feel this routine isn't effective, do it three days a week.

The answer is so simple: don't use it too often. It's recommended that you brush your face, along with a cleanser, two days out of the week. If your skin dries out and your skin tone becomes uneven, take it down to just once a week. If you feel this routine isn't effective, do it three days a week.

With that in mind, Engelman says that using a facial cleansing brush once or twice a week to remove dead skin cells is sufficient. As Link sees it, though, it depends on your skincare goals. “If you have very oily skin, you may want to use it daily to remove the oil and debris,” she says.

Using cleansing brushes regularly or one which is harsh on your skin can completely disrupt the skin barrier, causing irritation, acne and dryness of the skin. Dr. Rashmi Shetty's tip: Use the face brush in moderation; about twice a week for dry skin and thrice for oily skin.

With that being said, Proactiv may be an effective treatment option for mild to moderate acne outbreaks and scarring. But it's not a miracle cure, and it won't work for everyone. According to its product description, Proactiv doesn't work on cystic or nodular acne. It's also not the best option for severe acne.

Yes. Proactiv products are designed for acne-prone skin. No matter your ethnicity or skin type – dry, oily, combination, normal or sensitive – Proactiv will have the right combination of products for you.