We all have in mind those blackhead vacuum cleaners that pull, make you cry and leave red marks for days. Result: homemade skin cleansing often ends up relegated to the background, due to a lack of a solution that is both effective and truly gentle. However, a new device co-developed with dermatologists promises real institute-style treatment without spending your evening in the bathroom.
Between long routines inspired by K-beauty and connected brushes like the ageLOC LumiSpa iO from Nu Skin, which cleans the skin in two minutes morning and evening via a silicone head connected to the Nu Skin Vera app, the offer has greatly expanded. And there, the Shark brand arrives with the Shark FacialPro Glow + DePuffi, a hydrofacial treatment system announced as capable of eliminating impurities and boosting hydration in just 10 minutes. Enough to intrigue.
Homemade skin cleansing: why we want to go faster and gentler
A classic deep cleansing in DIY mode is often a sequence of makeup removal, double cleansing, exfoliation, steam, blackhead extraction, mask, lotion then cream. Allow easily 30 to 45 minutes, not to mention the risk of over-exfoliation or small vessels that burst if you pinch too hard. Many end up abandoning these somewhat technical protocols.
And then there are everyday connected devices. At Nu Skin, the ageLOC LumiSpa iO is controlled from the application, which offers a section for choosing the appropriate silicone head, and cuts cleanly if the pressure is too strong or the movements too fast. Practical for daily cleansing, but those who dream of unclogged pores like after a cabin treatment are still looking for a more targeted solution, less time-consuming than a complete ritual.
Shark FacialPro Glow + DePuffi: a hydrofacial at home in 10 minutes
For its device, Shark partnered with Korean laboratories to condense the expertise of an institute into a tool that fits in the hand. The protocol begins with precise suction that unblocks pores, removes excess oil and sweeps away dead cells, with gentle suction that, when tested by Voici, caused no redness, even on sensitive skin. Then comes the infusion mode: the complex with hyaluronic acid and peptides provides hydration boosted to 128% according to the brand, felt like more supple, plumped and luminous skin the next morning.
The DePuffi accessory adds heat therapy to the experience. Its shape inspired by Gua Sha follows the contours of the face, with a very rapid cold mode to deflate features and eyes upon waking, and a hot mode which stimulates microcirculation for an immediate effect, summarizes the test conducted by Voici. The six temperature levels allow you to adjust the intensity according to each person’s sensitivity, from the eye contour to the more robust cheeks.
How to incorporate Shark FacialPro Glow into your at-home routine
Concretely, a session begins on makeup-free skin with the Derm Detox AHA+BHA 9% exfoliating gel. Added to the kit to remove impurities, it is described as in this same test, with no redness observed after rinsing. We then switch to suction mode, choosing the nozzle adapted to the area (wings of the nose, chin, forehead) and keeping the hand moving to avoid any marks, even on the pimples or the most reactive parts of the face.
The treatment ends with the infusion of moisturizing active ingredients, then with a few minutes of DePuffi in cold or hot mode depending on the time of day. The whole thing lasts in around 10 minutes, for a clean but comfortable skin result, like “back from the institute”. Experts still point out that although the appearance of pores is refined, their size does not permanently change: the effect remains visual and temporary. When used weekly and without multiplying other exfoliations, the device fits easily into a classic facial routine.
Does the Shark FacialPro Glow replace a salon treatment?
The Shark FacialPro Glow takes up the main principles of a hydrafacial (suction of impurities and infusion of active ingredients) in a home version. It offers a very convincing result for regular use, but does not replace a personalized assessment with a beautician or dermatologist in the event of a skin problem.
How long does skin cleansing take with the Shark FacialPro Glow?
A complete session with the Shark FacialPro Glow + DePuffi lasts approximately 10 minutes, combining exfoliation, suction of impurities, hydrating infusion and hot or cold thermotherapy.
Is the device suitable for sensitive or acne-prone skin?
The suction has been designed to remain gentle, which makes it interesting on sensitive skin, provided you start with a low intensity and keep your hand moving. In the event of inflammatory acne or dermatological treatment, it is better to seek the advice of your doctor before using this type of device.
What’s the difference with a device like Nu Skin ageLOC LumiSpa iO?
The Nu Skin ageLOC LumiSpa iO is designed for daily cleansing in two minutes with an app-connected silicone head. The Shark FacialPro Glow is aimed more at deeper, at-home skin cleansing, to be done occasionally, thanks to hydrofacial technology and thermotherapy.
