Expensive Beauty Tools That Are Worth The Price

Expensive Beauty Tools That Are Worth The Price

Shutterstock By Adria Valdes Greenhauff/March 6, 2017 9:06 pm EST

I’ve always been pretty low-maintenance when it comes to my beauty routine. A dab of foundation, a swipe of drug store mascara and some clear lip gloss — and I’m out the door. In fact, up until about a couple of years ago, my skin care secret was that I had no skin care routine at all. Then, after discovering my first wrinkle right before my 31st birthday, I decided it was time to step up my regimen. And begin an affair with Sephora. I’ve tried my fair share of beauty products since then. But I have to admit, I’m still skeptical of spending too much cash on any one item. That’s why I’m betting on some expert advice. If you’re ready to step up your beauty game, this is your arsenal of must-have beauty tools that are definitely worth breaking the bank.

Kevyn Aucoin’s The Essential Brush Collection ($650)

Introducing: THE NEO POWDER BRUSH! Highlight, bronze or set makeup in a single stroke with this innovative, dual-fiber brush. The soft top layer gently and evenly distributes powder for sheer coverage, while the dense bottom layer picks up more product and allows for more intense payoff. Place your order now on KevynAucoin.com and sign up for the latest Kevyn Aucoin news – link in bio! #NeoLights A post shared by Kevyn Aucoin Beauty (@kevynaucoin) on Jan 26, 2017 at 6:53am PST

If you think all makeup brushes are created equal, think again. According to celebrity makeup artist Christina Flach, who’s also the face behind the brand Pretty Girl Makeup, Kevyn Aucoin is the Holy Grail when it comes to makeup brushes.

“This collection is worth every penny of the $650,” Flach dished. “These 14 high-end professional handmade brushes were made for the working makeup artist that demands perfection for a shoot!” She added, “Quality makeup brushes for me are like fresh surgical tools in an operating room.”

NARS Makeup Brushes ($26-$70 each)

New year! New brushes! •#41 diffusing  brush •mie kabuki brush •yachiko kabuki brush •ita kabuki brush •#12 cream blending brush •#40 eyeshadow brush ... ... ... ... #llaraslooks #narsmua #kabukibrush #narsbrushes #bayareamua #ilovemyjob #lifeofamua A post shared by Lara Geronimo (@llaraslooks) on Jan 2, 2017 at 5:36pm PST

If a $650 makeup brush is just a tad outside of budget (maybe one day, right?), consider upgrading your drugstore makeup brushes to some fancier ones by NARS, instead. Celebrity hair stylist and key artist at Revolt-TV, Keka Heron, swears by this brand, saying, “When purchasing makeup brushes, you want to select brushes that are going to stay in good condition, and have minimum shedding. Having a great quality brush allows you to apply makeup evenly.”

Beautyblender - Original ($20)

Monday morning hero! 🙌🏼 Blend away the weekend with the worlds first edgeless beauty sponge. 💗 #beautyblender #makeupsbestfriend #makeupaddict A post shared by beautyblender (@beautyblender) on Dec 5, 2016 at 4:46am PST

I love a good sponge for applying my liquid foundation and Munemi Imai, celebrity makeup artist, and co-founder of MŪN, says there is no substitution for the original Beautyblender. “I’ve tried a lot of different sponges for base makeup, and this is the easiest to apply, blend and spread,” she said. “No mistake, no streak.”

L.A. stylist and makeup pro Fae Norris agrees, saying, “The Beautyblender sponge is my go-to choice and I haven’t found anything on the market that comes close to touching it. While the $20 price tag for a sponge might seem steep, I find I need to use much less makeup because it doesn’t absorb into the sponge.” She also loves the fact that it’s reusable and gives a super smooth foundation and concealer application. An added bonus? It can be used for highlighting, too.

Revive Light Therapy Anti-Aging Panel ($399)

We love the many uses of LED light therapy👌🏼#FullFacePanel  #Repost @pfabuloussmiles with @repostapp. ・・・ Look what came in the mail today! Certain frequencies of LED lights help with acne, anti-aging, and gingivitis! Can't wait to offer this new service to our patients 😁 A post shared by reVive Light Therapy (@revivelighttherapy) on May 10, 2016 at 3:03pm PDT

In an effort to slow the aging process, many skin care enthusiasts are looking to professional light therapy sessions as a way to reduce wrinkles and boost the skin’s natural collagen production. But realistically, not many of us have the time (or money) for regular spa visits — no matter how much we want to look younger. That’s why Joanna Vargas, celebrity facialist and founder of Joanna Vargas Salons and Skincare Collection, loves the Revive Light Therapy Anti-Aging Panel.

“It is as small as an iPad, so it is super easy to pack and it opens like a book to lay on your face,” she told me. “The light saturation is much better in this unit than anything else on the market right now and will reduce inflammation, de-puff your eyes after a long flight or in the morning after too much wine, while helping to increase collagen all over the face.”

NuFACE Trinity Facial Toning Device ($325)

**NOVIDADES** Aparelho NuFACE Trinity Facial Toning Device Um dispositivo de tonificação facial portátil que foi clinicamente testado e que promete melhorar CONTORNO FACIAL, TOM DE PELE E REDUÇÃO DA APARÊNCIA DE LINHAS FINAS E RUGAS. Descrição do fabricante: Este dispositivo aprovado pela FDA oferece belos resultados profissionais em um sistema fácil de usar em casa. O dispositivo possui um sensor inteligente para pele e anexos intercambiáveis ​​que permite uma variedade de terapias de spa de qualidade. Ele vem com o gel Primer que é construído sobre a mesma tecnologia de microcorrentes. O NuFACE Trinity torna ainda mais fácil conseguir belos resultados em apenas alguns minutos por dia.  Os resultados da pesquisa: em um estudo clínico independente sobre Trinity Dispositivo Toning Facial, constatou-se que o uso de 5 minutos diários pelo período de 60 dias promoveu: - 85% melhoras no contorno facial - 73% melhoras no tom da pele - 73% melhoras no tônus ​​facial Imagens: sephora.com #beautybyceci #nuface #nufacetrinity #nufacetrinityfacialtoningdevice #contornofacial #tomdapele #tonusfacial #beauty A post shared by BeautybyCéci TUDO SOBRE BELEZA (@beautybyceci) on Jan 23, 2016 at 5:32am PST

If an entire light therapy panel doesn’t seem like your thing, consider NuFACE Trinity Facial Toning Device — a handheld facial toner, which, according to Sephora, “Is clinically tested for improved facial contour, skin tone, and reduction of the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”

It’s also a favorite beauty tool of Ashli Carnicelli, a licensed esthetician, massage therapist and founder of the blog, The Skincare Belle. “I love the Trinity because you can change out the heads for an eye [or] lip contour piece and an LED light that is called the ‘wrinkle reducer’,” she told me. “I recommend this to any of my clients who have slight skin sagging (especially around the jawline/jowls) as well as the very first appearance of dynamic (expression) lines on the forehead. The results are amazing!”

The Ashley Black Guru FaciaBlaster ($99)

The Mini2™ is the PERFECT addition to your FasciaBlaster® collection! You can apply all the same FasciaBlaster® techniques to target hard-to-reach areas. The Nugget tips allow you to use the "poke, wiggle, wiggle" & the "inoculator" techniques for disarming the nervous system & breaking through stubborn, chunky areas or deep adhesions. It's also great for travel and "on the go" FasciaBlasting sessions!  The Mini 2™ is our most versatile tool yet, & a must-have for FasciaBlasters! Purchase the Mini2™ for $65: AshleyBlackGuru.com/products #AshleyBlackGuru #AshleyBlackFasciology #fasciology #Fascia #Cellulite A post shared by Ashley Black Guru (@ashleyblackguru) on Feb 6, 2017 at 5:01pm PST

When it comes to minimizing wrinkles and saggy skin, Jennifer Devlin Waller, founder and CEO of Celtic Complexion Luxury Artisan Skincare, told me her tool of choice is the The Ashley Black Guru FaciaBlaster.

“If I was stuck on a deserted island and I could have ONE beauty tool, this would be it,” Waller said. “I simply massage my face with it 5 minutes a day (after the shower) paying close attention to my neck and jowls (a.k.a. the ‘problem’ areas of the woman over 40) and it firms it all up, instantly. I have turned on every customer, friend and family member I have to this little workhorse.” The added bonus: it’s a lot cheaper than a plastic surgeon.

Clarisonic Mia ($129)

Super soft filaments that deliver a luxuriously gentle & effective cleanse. 💧 Click the link in our bio to learn more. #UpliftYourSkin #SuperiorCleansing #Clarisonic A post shared by Clarisonic (@clarisonic) on Feb 23, 2017 at 8:43am PST

If I had to choose my own number one beauty tool, it would definitely be my trusted Clarisonic Mia. So I was excited when I found out Waller was equally obsessed, even calling it the gold standard of cleaning brushes.

“I have three, the Mia model is my favorite because of it’s compact size,” she told me. “Every time I cleanse my face, it feels like I’ve had a spa treatment – and that’s no surprise because when I worked at five star resort spas, we used these brushes on clients to deep clean the pores. I’ve tried using the cheaper/knock off versions over the years, but always come back to the original. It’s even safe and gentle enough to use on my rosacea (with the sensitive skin brush head).”

DERMAFLASH ($189)

She's here and she's HOT! Join our #FlashSquad today by purchasing your hot pink #DERMAFLASH at Ulta.com! #YouGlowGirl @ultabeauty A post shared by DERMAFLASH (@dermaflash) on Jan 25, 2017 at 6:56am PST

Named among People’s 2016 list of editors’ favorite beauty products, DERMAFLASH is a handheld beauty device that simultaneously removes unwanted hair and dead skin cells on the face. It’s also on celebrity makeup artist Ashunta Sheriff’s list of must-haves. “It’s amazing because it exfoliates and renews skin so fantastically that your skin feels and looks like a baby’s bottom,” she told me. Did I mention Sheriff uses the DERMAFLASH on clients like Taraji P. Henson? No big deal, right?

Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer ($399)

The #DysonSupersonic is the only manufactured hair dryer with a motor in the handle, to engineer it for balance. #dysonhair #engineering A post shared by Dyson Hair (@dysonhair) on Oct 17, 2016 at 6:04am PDT

Surely, you’ve heard of Dyson, makers of super fancy vacuum cleaners with the spherical base. It turns out they also make an amazing blowdryer. So stellar, in fact, that nearly every expert I chatted with for this post mentioned it. It’s a serious splurge at nearly $500 — but so worth it, according to Shelly Gast, a former model and market research executive based in Chicago. “Lower temperature, less frizz, efficiently dries and handles my long hair!”

Amanda Hume, makeup artist, green beauty expert and owner/founder of VERT Beauty, agrees, saying, “This is hands down best dryer ever. I have thick hair and this little dryer gets it dry in less than 10 minutes and it’s super lightweight.”

YS Park G-Series Curl Shine Styler Round Brush ($120)

Prefect Styling 👌The @ysparkaustralia  Curl Shine Styler Brush is Y.S. Park's most famous brush to date. The combination of pure bristles and polymide pins helps you create incredible curls with a high finish - I am never without one!" @alanwhiteanthology A post shared by YS Park Australia Official (@ysparkaustralia) on Feb 16, 2017 at 1:43am PST

Because great hair is a major part of feeling beautiful, I asked Fae Norris of L.A. Rock Paper Salon what hair brush she can’t live without. The verdict: YS Park G-Series Curl Shine Styler Round Brush.

“$120 for a brush? It’s worth it if it’s ‘magic’,” she wrote in an email. “From its lightweight teak handle, to its boar bristles, this is the choice for pros looking to deliver phenomenal lift and shine. Most stylists have tried a ton of different brushes and I’d bet this one is in more stylists’ hands than any other. Simply the best.”

Aquis Waffle Luxe Hair Turban ($40)

Flawless @sumbal_chaudhry in her new @aquishair accessory 💦 || #Repost @iaminfluenceall A post shared by AQUIS Hair Towels (@aquishair) on Nov 17, 2016 at 1:28pm PST

At $40, the Aquis Waffle Luxe Hair Turban is certainly one of the priciest towels I’ve ever seen. But according to FitHair and wellness expert Alexandria Williams, it’s worth every penny. “I travel a lot, and one of my favorite packing items is my Aquis turban,” she told me an interview. “There are a lot of microfiber towels, but Aquis towels are thick, light weight, better absorbing and last a lot longer than cheaper brands. Since my hair is thick and coily, it quickly dries hair gently and efficiently with no heat needed. Additionally, it reduces frizz by smoothing the cuticles.”

A (priceless) word of advice

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From makeup brushes to hair dryers, there are plenty of products out there that are worth the splurge. But before you go out and break the bank, celeb makeup artist Imai reminds us not to feel pressured to try everything at once. “It’s good to start with essentials,” she told me. “Invest in tools, skin care (products that have multiple effects/purposes are always good to save for both money and space) and base makeup. Try to find what works and what doesn’t for your lifestyle and personal style. It’s a fun journey – enjoy it!”

Expensive Beauty Tools That Are Worth The Price

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By Adria Valdes Greenhauff/March 6, 2017 9:06 pm EST

I’ve always been pretty low-maintenance when it comes to my beauty routine. A dab of foundation, a swipe of drug store mascara and some clear lip gloss — and I’m out the door. In fact, up until about a couple of years ago, my skin care secret was that I had no skin care routine at all. Then, after discovering my first wrinkle right before my 31st birthday, I decided it was time to step up my regimen. And begin an affair with Sephora. I’ve tried my fair share of beauty products since then. But I have to admit, I’m still skeptical of spending too much cash on any one item. That’s why I’m betting on some expert advice. If you’re ready to step up your beauty game, this is your arsenal of must-have beauty tools that are definitely worth breaking the bank.

I’ve always been pretty low-maintenance when it comes to my beauty routine. A dab of foundation, a swipe of drug store mascara and some clear lip gloss — and I’m out the door. In fact, up until about a couple of years ago, my skin care secret was that I had no skin care routine at all. Then, after discovering my first wrinkle right before my 31st birthday, I decided it was time to step up my regimen. And begin an affair with Sephora.

Kevyn Aucoin’s The Essential Brush Collection ($650)

Introducing: THE NEO POWDER BRUSH! Highlight, bronze or set makeup in a single stroke with this innovative, dual-fiber brush. The soft top layer gently and evenly distributes powder for sheer coverage, while the dense bottom layer picks up more product and allows for more intense payoff. Place your order now on KevynAucoin.com and sign up for the latest Kevyn Aucoin news – link in bio! #NeoLights A post shared by Kevyn Aucoin Beauty (@kevynaucoin) on Jan 26, 2017 at 6:53am PST

If you think all makeup brushes are created equal, think again. According to celebrity makeup artist Christina Flach, who’s also the face behind the brand Pretty Girl Makeup, Kevyn Aucoin is the Holy Grail when it comes to makeup brushes.

“This collection is worth every penny of the $650,” Flach dished. “These 14 high-end professional handmade brushes were made for the working makeup artist that demands perfection for a shoot!” She added, “Quality makeup brushes for me are like fresh surgical tools in an operating room.”

Introducing: THE NEO POWDER BRUSH! Highlight, bronze or set makeup in a single stroke with this innovative, dual-fiber brush. The soft top layer gently and evenly distributes powder for sheer coverage, while the dense bottom layer picks up more product and allows for more intense payoff. Place your order now on KevynAucoin.com and sign up for the latest Kevyn Aucoin news – link in bio! #NeoLights

A post shared by Kevyn Aucoin Beauty (@kevynaucoin) on Jan 26, 2017 at 6:53am PST

“This collection is worth every penny of the $650,” Flach dished. “These 14 high-end professional handmade brushes were made for the working makeup artist that demands perfection for a shoot!” She added, “Quality makeup brushes for me are like fresh surgical tools in an operating room.”

NARS Makeup Brushes ($26-$70 each)

New year! New brushes! •#41 diffusing  brush •mie kabuki brush •yachiko kabuki brush •ita kabuki brush •#12 cream blending brush •#40 eyeshadow brush ... ... ... ... #llaraslooks #narsmua #kabukibrush #narsbrushes #bayareamua #ilovemyjob #lifeofamua A post shared by Lara Geronimo (@llaraslooks) on Jan 2, 2017 at 5:36pm PST

If a $650 makeup brush is just a tad outside of budget (maybe one day, right?), consider upgrading your drugstore makeup brushes to some fancier ones by NARS, instead. Celebrity hair stylist and key artist at Revolt-TV, Keka Heron, swears by this brand, saying, “When purchasing makeup brushes, you want to select brushes that are going to stay in good condition, and have minimum shedding. Having a great quality brush allows you to apply makeup evenly.”

New year! New brushes! •#41 diffusing brush •mie kabuki brush •yachiko kabuki brush •ita kabuki brush •#12 cream blending brush •#40 eyeshadow brush … … … … #llaraslooks #narsmua #kabukibrush #narsbrushes #bayareamua #ilovemyjob #lifeofamua

A post shared by Lara Geronimo (@llaraslooks) on Jan 2, 2017 at 5:36pm PST

Celebrity hair stylist and key artist at Revolt-TV, Keka Heron, swears by this brand, saying, “When purchasing makeup brushes, you want to select brushes that are going to stay in good condition, and have minimum shedding. Having a great quality brush allows you to apply makeup evenly.”

Beautyblender - Original ($20)

Monday morning hero! 🙌🏼 Blend away the weekend with the worlds first edgeless beauty sponge. 💗 #beautyblender #makeupsbestfriend #makeupaddict A post shared by beautyblender (@beautyblender) on Dec 5, 2016 at 4:46am PST

I love a good sponge for applying my liquid foundation and Munemi Imai, celebrity makeup artist, and co-founder of MŪN, says there is no substitution for the original Beautyblender. “I’ve tried a lot of different sponges for base makeup, and this is the easiest to apply, blend and spread,” she said. “No mistake, no streak.”

L.A. stylist and makeup pro Fae Norris agrees, saying, “The Beautyblender sponge is my go-to choice and I haven’t found anything on the market that comes close to touching it. While the $20 price tag for a sponge might seem steep, I find I need to use much less makeup because it doesn’t absorb into the sponge.” She also loves the fact that it’s reusable and gives a super smooth foundation and concealer application. An added bonus? It can be used for highlighting, too.

Monday morning hero! 🙌🏼 Blend away the weekend with the worlds first edgeless beauty sponge. 💗 #beautyblender #makeupsbestfriend #makeupaddict

A post shared by beautyblender (@beautyblender) on Dec 5, 2016 at 4:46am PST

L.A. stylist and makeup pro Fae Norris agrees, saying, “The Beautyblender sponge is my go-to choice and I haven’t found anything on the market that comes close to touching it. While the $20 price tag for a sponge might seem steep, I find I need to use much less makeup because it doesn’t absorb into the sponge.” She also loves the fact that it’s reusable and gives a super smooth foundation and concealer application. An added bonus? It can be used for highlighting, too.

Revive Light Therapy Anti-Aging Panel ($399)

We love the many uses of LED light therapy👌🏼#FullFacePanel  #Repost @pfabuloussmiles with @repostapp. ・・・ Look what came in the mail today! Certain frequencies of LED lights help with acne, anti-aging, and gingivitis! Can't wait to offer this new service to our patients 😁 A post shared by reVive Light Therapy (@revivelighttherapy) on May 10, 2016 at 3:03pm PDT

In an effort to slow the aging process, many skin care enthusiasts are looking to professional light therapy sessions as a way to reduce wrinkles and boost the skin’s natural collagen production. But realistically, not many of us have the time (or money) for regular spa visits — no matter how much we want to look younger. That’s why Joanna Vargas, celebrity facialist and founder of Joanna Vargas Salons and Skincare Collection, loves the Revive Light Therapy Anti-Aging Panel.

“It is as small as an iPad, so it is super easy to pack and it opens like a book to lay on your face,” she told me. “The light saturation is much better in this unit than anything else on the market right now and will reduce inflammation, de-puff your eyes after a long flight or in the morning after too much wine, while helping to increase collagen all over the face.”

We love the many uses of LED light therapy👌🏼#FullFacePanel #Repost @pfabuloussmiles with @repostapp. ・・・ Look what came in the mail today! Certain frequencies of LED lights help with acne, anti-aging, and gingivitis! Can’t wait to offer this new service to our patients 😁

A post shared by reVive Light Therapy (@revivelighttherapy) on May 10, 2016 at 3:03pm PDT

“It is as small as an iPad, so it is super easy to pack and it opens like a book to lay on your face,” she told me. “The light saturation is much better in this unit than anything else on the market right now and will reduce inflammation, de-puff your eyes after a long flight or in the morning after too much wine, while helping to increase collagen all over the face.”

NuFACE Trinity Facial Toning Device ($325)

**NOVIDADES** Aparelho NuFACE Trinity Facial Toning Device Um dispositivo de tonificação facial portátil que foi clinicamente testado e que promete melhorar CONTORNO FACIAL, TOM DE PELE E REDUÇÃO DA APARÊNCIA DE LINHAS FINAS E RUGAS. Descrição do fabricante: Este dispositivo aprovado pela FDA oferece belos resultados profissionais em um sistema fácil de usar em casa. O dispositivo possui um sensor inteligente para pele e anexos intercambiáveis ​​que permite uma variedade de terapias de spa de qualidade. Ele vem com o gel Primer que é construído sobre a mesma tecnologia de microcorrentes. O NuFACE Trinity torna ainda mais fácil conseguir belos resultados em apenas alguns minutos por dia.  Os resultados da pesquisa: em um estudo clínico independente sobre Trinity Dispositivo Toning Facial, constatou-se que o uso de 5 minutos diários pelo período de 60 dias promoveu: - 85% melhoras no contorno facial - 73% melhoras no tom da pele - 73% melhoras no tônus ​​facial Imagens: sephora.com #beautybyceci #nuface #nufacetrinity #nufacetrinityfacialtoningdevice #contornofacial #tomdapele #tonusfacial #beauty A post shared by BeautybyCéci TUDO SOBRE BELEZA (@beautybyceci) on Jan 23, 2016 at 5:32am PST

If an entire light therapy panel doesn’t seem like your thing, consider NuFACE Trinity Facial Toning Device — a handheld facial toner, which, according to Sephora, “Is clinically tested for improved facial contour, skin tone, and reduction of the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.”

It’s also a favorite beauty tool of Ashli Carnicelli, a licensed esthetician, massage therapist and founder of the blog, The Skincare Belle. “I love the Trinity because you can change out the heads for an eye [or] lip contour piece and an LED light that is called the ‘wrinkle reducer’,” she told me. “I recommend this to any of my clients who have slight skin sagging (especially around the jawline/jowls) as well as the very first appearance of dynamic (expression) lines on the forehead. The results are amazing!”

NOVIDADES Aparelho NuFACE Trinity Facial Toning Device Um dispositivo de tonificação facial portátil que foi clinicamente testado e que promete melhorar CONTORNO FACIAL, TOM DE PELE E REDUÇÃO DA APARÊNCIA DE LINHAS FINAS E RUGAS. Descrição do fabricante: Este dispositivo aprovado pela FDA oferece belos resultados profissionais em um sistema fácil de usar em casa. O dispositivo possui um sensor inteligente para pele e anexos intercambiáveis ​​que permite uma variedade de terapias de spa de qualidade. Ele vem com o gel Primer que é construído sobre a mesma tecnologia de microcorrentes. O NuFACE Trinity torna ainda mais fácil conseguir belos resultados em apenas alguns minutos por dia. Os resultados da pesquisa: em um estudo clínico independente sobre Trinity Dispositivo Toning Facial, constatou-se que o uso de 5 minutos diários pelo período de 60 dias promoveu: - 85% melhoras no contorno facial - 73% melhoras no tom da pele - 73% melhoras no tônus ​​facial Imagens: sephora.com #beautybyceci #nuface #nufacetrinity #nufacetrinityfacialtoningdevice #contornofacial #tomdapele #tonusfacial #beauty

A post shared by BeautybyCéci TUDO SOBRE BELEZA (@beautybyceci) on Jan 23, 2016 at 5:32am PST

It’s also a favorite beauty tool of Ashli Carnicelli, a licensed esthetician, massage therapist and founder of the blog, The Skincare Belle. “I love the Trinity because you can change out the heads for an eye [or] lip contour piece and an LED light that is called the ‘wrinkle reducer’,” she told me. “I recommend this to any of my clients who have slight skin sagging (especially around the jawline/jowls) as well as the very first appearance of dynamic (expression) lines on the forehead. The results are amazing!”

The Ashley Black Guru FaciaBlaster ($99)

The Mini2™ is the PERFECT addition to your FasciaBlaster® collection! You can apply all the same FasciaBlaster® techniques to target hard-to-reach areas. The Nugget tips allow you to use the "poke, wiggle, wiggle" & the "inoculator" techniques for disarming the nervous system & breaking through stubborn, chunky areas or deep adhesions. It's also great for travel and "on the go" FasciaBlasting sessions!  The Mini 2™ is our most versatile tool yet, & a must-have for FasciaBlasters! Purchase the Mini2™ for $65: AshleyBlackGuru.com/products #AshleyBlackGuru #AshleyBlackFasciology #fasciology #Fascia #Cellulite A post shared by Ashley Black Guru (@ashleyblackguru) on Feb 6, 2017 at 5:01pm PST

When it comes to minimizing wrinkles and saggy skin, Jennifer Devlin Waller, founder and CEO of Celtic Complexion Luxury Artisan Skincare, told me her tool of choice is the The Ashley Black Guru FaciaBlaster.

“If I was stuck on a deserted island and I could have ONE beauty tool, this would be it,” Waller said. “I simply massage my face with it 5 minutes a day (after the shower) paying close attention to my neck and jowls (a.k.a. the ‘problem’ areas of the woman over 40) and it firms it all up, instantly. I have turned on every customer, friend and family member I have to this little workhorse.” The added bonus: it’s a lot cheaper than a plastic surgeon.

The Mini2™ is the PERFECT addition to your FasciaBlaster® collection! You can apply all the same FasciaBlaster® techniques to target hard-to-reach areas. The Nugget tips allow you to use the “poke, wiggle, wiggle” & the “inoculator” techniques for disarming the nervous system & breaking through stubborn, chunky areas or deep adhesions. It’s also great for travel and “on the go” FasciaBlasting sessions! The Mini 2™ is our most versatile tool yet, & a must-have for FasciaBlasters! Purchase the Mini2™ for $65: AshleyBlackGuru.com/products #AshleyBlackGuru #AshleyBlackFasciology #fasciology #Fascia #Cellulite

A post shared by Ashley Black Guru (@ashleyblackguru) on Feb 6, 2017 at 5:01pm PST

“If I was stuck on a deserted island and I could have ONE beauty tool, this would be it,” Waller said. “I simply massage my face with it 5 minutes a day (after the shower) paying close attention to my neck and jowls (a.k.a. the ‘problem’ areas of the woman over 40) and it firms it all up, instantly. I have turned on every customer, friend and family member I have to this little workhorse.” The added bonus: it’s a lot cheaper than a plastic surgeon.

Clarisonic Mia ($129)

Super soft filaments that deliver a luxuriously gentle & effective cleanse. 💧 Click the link in our bio to learn more. #UpliftYourSkin #SuperiorCleansing #Clarisonic A post shared by Clarisonic (@clarisonic) on Feb 23, 2017 at 8:43am PST

If I had to choose my own number one beauty tool, it would definitely be my trusted Clarisonic Mia. So I was excited when I found out Waller was equally obsessed, even calling it the gold standard of cleaning brushes.

“I have three, the Mia model is my favorite because of it’s compact size,” she told me. “Every time I cleanse my face, it feels like I’ve had a spa treatment – and that’s no surprise because when I worked at five star resort spas, we used these brushes on clients to deep clean the pores. I’ve tried using the cheaper/knock off versions over the years, but always come back to the original. It’s even safe and gentle enough to use on my rosacea (with the sensitive skin brush head).”

Super soft filaments that deliver a luxuriously gentle & effective cleanse. 💧 Click the link in our bio to learn more. #UpliftYourSkin #SuperiorCleansing #Clarisonic

A post shared by Clarisonic (@clarisonic) on Feb 23, 2017 at 8:43am PST

“I have three, the Mia model is my favorite because of it’s compact size,” she told me. “Every time I cleanse my face, it feels like I’ve had a spa treatment – and that’s no surprise because when I worked at five star resort spas, we used these brushes on clients to deep clean the pores. I’ve tried using the cheaper/knock off versions over the years, but always come back to the original. It’s even safe and gentle enough to use on my rosacea (with the sensitive skin brush head).”

DERMAFLASH ($189)

She's here and she's HOT! Join our #FlashSquad today by purchasing your hot pink #DERMAFLASH at Ulta.com! #YouGlowGirl @ultabeauty A post shared by DERMAFLASH (@dermaflash) on Jan 25, 2017 at 6:56am PST

Named among People’s 2016 list of editors’ favorite beauty products, DERMAFLASH is a handheld beauty device that simultaneously removes unwanted hair and dead skin cells on the face. It’s also on celebrity makeup artist Ashunta Sheriff’s list of must-haves. “It’s amazing because it exfoliates and renews skin so fantastically that your skin feels and looks like a baby’s bottom,” she told me. Did I mention Sheriff uses the DERMAFLASH on clients like Taraji P. Henson? No big deal, right?

She’s here and she’s HOT! Join our #FlashSquad today by purchasing your hot pink #DERMAFLASH at Ulta.com! #YouGlowGirl @ultabeauty

A post shared by DERMAFLASH (@dermaflash) on Jan 25, 2017 at 6:56am PST

It’s also on celebrity makeup artist Ashunta Sheriff’s list of must-haves. “It’s amazing because it exfoliates and renews skin so fantastically that your skin feels and looks like a baby’s bottom,” she told me. Did I mention Sheriff uses the DERMAFLASH on clients like Taraji P. Henson? No big deal, right?

Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer ($399)

The #DysonSupersonic is the only manufactured hair dryer with a motor in the handle, to engineer it for balance. #dysonhair #engineering A post shared by Dyson Hair (@dysonhair) on Oct 17, 2016 at 6:04am PDT

Surely, you’ve heard of Dyson, makers of super fancy vacuum cleaners with the spherical base. It turns out they also make an amazing blowdryer. So stellar, in fact, that nearly every expert I chatted with for this post mentioned it. It’s a serious splurge at nearly $500 — but so worth it, according to Shelly Gast, a former model and market research executive based in Chicago. “Lower temperature, less frizz, efficiently dries and handles my long hair!”

Amanda Hume, makeup artist, green beauty expert and owner/founder of VERT Beauty, agrees, saying, “This is hands down best dryer ever. I have thick hair and this little dryer gets it dry in less than 10 minutes and it’s super lightweight.”

The #DysonSupersonic is the only manufactured hair dryer with a motor in the handle, to engineer it for balance. #dysonhair #engineering

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Amanda Hume, makeup artist, green beauty expert and owner/founder of VERT Beauty, agrees, saying, “This is hands down best dryer ever. I have thick hair and this little dryer gets it dry in less than 10 minutes and it’s super lightweight.”

YS Park G-Series Curl Shine Styler Round Brush ($120)

Prefect Styling 👌The @ysparkaustralia  Curl Shine Styler Brush is Y.S. Park's most famous brush to date. The combination of pure bristles and polymide pins helps you create incredible curls with a high finish - I am never without one!" @alanwhiteanthology A post shared by YS Park Australia Official (@ysparkaustralia) on Feb 16, 2017 at 1:43am PST

Because great hair is a major part of feeling beautiful, I asked Fae Norris of L.A. Rock Paper Salon what hair brush she can’t live without. The verdict: YS Park G-Series Curl Shine Styler Round Brush.

“$120 for a brush? It’s worth it if it’s ‘magic’,” she wrote in an email. “From its lightweight teak handle, to its boar bristles, this is the choice for pros looking to deliver phenomenal lift and shine. Most stylists have tried a ton of different brushes and I’d bet this one is in more stylists’ hands than any other. Simply the best.”

Prefect Styling 👌The @ysparkaustralia Curl Shine Styler Brush is Y.S. Park’s most famous brush to date. The combination of pure bristles and polymide pins helps you create incredible curls with a high finish - I am never without one!" @alanwhiteanthology

A post shared by YS Park Australia Official (@ysparkaustralia) on Feb 16, 2017 at 1:43am PST

“$120 for a brush? It’s worth it if it’s ‘magic’,” she wrote in an email. “From its lightweight teak handle, to its boar bristles, this is the choice for pros looking to deliver phenomenal lift and shine. Most stylists have tried a ton of different brushes and I’d bet this one is in more stylists’ hands than any other. Simply the best.”

Aquis Waffle Luxe Hair Turban ($40)

Flawless @sumbal_chaudhry in her new @aquishair accessory 💦 || #Repost @iaminfluenceall A post shared by AQUIS Hair Towels (@aquishair) on Nov 17, 2016 at 1:28pm PST

At $40, the Aquis Waffle Luxe Hair Turban is certainly one of the priciest towels I’ve ever seen. But according to FitHair and wellness expert Alexandria Williams, it’s worth every penny. “I travel a lot, and one of my favorite packing items is my Aquis turban,” she told me an interview. “There are a lot of microfiber towels, but Aquis towels are thick, light weight, better absorbing and last a lot longer than cheaper brands. Since my hair is thick and coily, it quickly dries hair gently and efficiently with no heat needed. Additionally, it reduces frizz by smoothing the cuticles.”

Flawless @sumbal_chaudhry in her new @aquishair accessory 💦 || #Repost @iaminfluenceall

A post shared by AQUIS Hair Towels (@aquishair) on Nov 17, 2016 at 1:28pm PST

“I travel a lot, and one of my favorite packing items is my Aquis turban,” she told me an interview. “There are a lot of microfiber towels, but Aquis towels are thick, light weight, better absorbing and last a lot longer than cheaper brands. Since my hair is thick and coily, it quickly dries hair gently and efficiently with no heat needed. Additionally, it reduces frizz by smoothing the cuticles.”

A (priceless) word of advice

From makeup brushes to hair dryers, there are plenty of products out there that are worth the splurge. But before you go out and break the bank, celeb makeup artist Imai reminds us not to feel pressured to try everything at once. “It’s good to start with essentials,” she told me. “Invest in tools, skin care (products that have multiple effects/purposes are always good to save for both money and space) and base makeup. Try to find what works and what doesn’t for your lifestyle and personal style. It’s a fun journey – enjoy it!”

From makeup brushes to hair dryers, there are plenty of products out there that are worth the splurge. But before you go out and break the bank, celeb makeup artist Imai reminds us not to feel pressured to try everything at once. “It’s good to start with essentials,” she told me.