Kokubo 1380 Cleansing Brush Review
Our verdict
The Kokubo 1380 is a quietly well-reviewed manual cleansing brush that has accumulated 1,400 ratings, which is a meaningful sample for a tool in this price range. At $10.50, it offers a low-cost entry into a more deliberate daily cleanse.
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Shoppers who want a manual cleansing brush with a long track record and strong review volume behind it, and who prefer a no-electronics approach.
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- Priced 47% below the category median ($19.97 across 21 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.2/5
4.2 average across 1,400 owner ratings
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Popularity4.5/5
1,400 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other women's everyday face care: moisturizers, face mists, facial kits, rollers, cleansing brushes and steamers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Kokubo is a Japanese household brand known for practical, everyday personal care tools. The model 1380 cleansing brush follows that pattern: it is a manual device with no published power source, which means it is hand-operated and requires no batteries or charging. The $10.50 price point keeps it firmly in the budget-friendly category.
Pros
- Over 1,400 reviews give a reliable picture of real-world satisfaction
- Manual operation means no charging or battery upkeep
- Japanese brand with a reputation for practical, durable daily-use products
- Low $10.50 price removes the barrier to trying a new cleansing tool
Cons
- No skin-type designation published, so suitability for sensitive or reactive skin is uncertain
- No spec details on bristle material, firmness, or head size
- No powered motion for a deeper cleansing action
Performance notes
Manual cleansing brushes work by physically agitating the skin surface to help lift dirt, oil, and product residue. Kokubo's 1380 falls into this category, and the sizeable review base at a 4.2-star average suggests it performs its basic function reliably. Without skin-type or material specs, the safest approach is to test at light pressure first, especially if skin tends to be reactive.
What buyers say
A 4.2-star rating across 1,400 reviews is a solid consensus. At that volume, the rating is unlikely to shift much with new reviews, which means most people who buy this brush come away satisfied enough not to leave a complaint.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Kokubo 1380 an electric or manual brush?
It is a manual brush. No power source is listed in the product specs, so it operates by hand motion alone. That makes it simple to use, easy to travel with, and free of any charging concerns.
Does Kokubo specify which skin types this brush suits?
No skin-type designation is published for this model. Because it is manual and likely has a standard soft bristle head, it is generally usable for most skin types, but people with very sensitive or easily irritated skin may want to use it with a light hand or patch-test the pressure first.