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This New $20 Skin Care Tool Turns Your Bathroom Into A Mini Spa

by Amy Sciarretto

e.l.f. Cosmetics, known for quality, on-trend makeup products at bargain prices that go as low as two dollars, has dipped its toes into the skin care category. And the budget brand is making high-tech, cutting edge skin care tool accessible. The e.l.f. Massaging Facial Cleanser is a super affordable tool that allows the user to have a spa-like experience in the comforts of their own bathroom.

The Massaging Facial Cleanser is dual-sided and designed to fit ergonomically in your hand. It features flexible silicone tips and massaging technology that leads to a deep but gentle cleanse for a fraction of the cost of pricier models.

This white tool costs just $20 and is available via the brand's site and in stores.

It's multi-functional and multi-purpose, further increasing its value for the spend. It can be used in the morning with a cream cleanser or at night with a face wash, a bubble mask, or hydrating serum, per e.l.f.'s recommendations. The sleek device can be used with any of e.l.f.'s skincare offerings or incorporated into your pre-existing routine with products you already use. The Massaging Facial Cleanser is will easily assimilate itself into your regimen.

The flexible silicone bristles are used in a circular motion for exfoliation purposes, removing dead skin cells, makeup, and the general dirt of the day.

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Massaging Facial Cleanser, $20, e.l.f Cosmetics

The subtle vibrations are said to lead to a smoother, more radiant complexion. The massaging side provides an additional assist for moisturizing products, helping them to further absorb. This battery-operated brush combines the most beloved elements of the Clarisonic and a Foreo.

And it surely does a lot for a handheld device.

The Massaging Facial Cleanser is something that both skincare and product obsessives (and those of you who simply like to wash your face twice a day and not think too much about it) will love to use.

The budget brand also recently launched its Active Collection, which is basically athleisure for your face and your makeup bag. It's a range of portable products that is designed to withstand your workout and can be used for on-the-go, post-gym touchups.

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Prep & Hydrate Balm, $8, e.l.f Cosmetics | Hydrating Bubble Mask, $14, e.l.f Cosmetics | Magnetic Mask Kit, $24, e.l.f Cosmetics

e.l.f.'s skincare offerings are a bit pricier than its makeup products, but they're totally worth the spend. The brand is selling bubble masks, magnetic masks, balms, serums, eye creams, moisturizers, cleansers, illuminating creams, primers, mists, cleansing brushes, makeup remover wipes, and sheet masks, among other things.

It's a complete and extensive suite of products that is not only current within the category but also address a vast variety of skincare concerns, from dark circles to enlarged pores.

The best thing about e.l.f. skin care, though, is that it allows users and customers to experiment with new product innovations and multi-step routines without wiping out their wallets. The e.l.f. skin care collections are inspired by much pricier prestige brands but the attractive price eliminates the barrier to entry for women who are on a budget but who still want to pamper their skin.

If you are looking to test out some new skin care tools without too much of a monetary commitment, then you cruise on over to the e.l.f. site or your nearest retailer to stock up. Your face — and your finances — will thank you!