MEDIHEAL Madecassoside Pore Repair Serum Reviews
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- yousunnyJul 26, 2024Dry SkinAcne Skin
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Cons1. A Fragrance That May Divide Opinion - The product itself has a strong herbal scent, reminiscent of the intense aroma left on your hands after handling rosemary. Even after application, there's a slight herbal oil-like scent that lingers. The fragrance is quite strong, which might not appeal to everyone. - While I generally prefer fragrance-free products, I didn't find it too bothersome, possibly because the scent doesn't last too long and I use only a small amount. 2. Somewhat Irritating - When applied to the skin, there's a cool sensation, but it's closer to a tingling feeling rather than a cooling effect. While not unpleasant initially, the tingling intensifies if you roll or rub the product in. Fortunately, there's no irritation when patting it in to absorb! After getting used to it, I applied it minimally and then patted it in. It feels similar to using a high-number Leadshot or an MTS roller, though I haven't used either - just imagine the sensation! Even though my skin isn't particularly sensitive, I felt the need to use it only every 2-3 days or more. - As someone who doesn't usually use beauty devices and was trying this type of product for the first time, the first day was almost unbearably irritating! However, my mother, who regularly uses various skincare devices, found it less irritating and quite tolerable. For reference, I have more visible pores... - The initial application caused such a tingling sensation that it was hard to stay still, but thankfully it only lasted about 3-5 minutes. Fortunately, as I continued to use it, either I adapted or the level and duration of irritation gradually decreased! - Personally, I noticed that areas with more prominent pores seemed to experience more irritation, even on the same day. There was almost no irritation on the back of my hand where pores are small, but I felt significant irritation on the cheeks next to my nose where pores are larger, and under my nose where the skin is thinner. 3. Hard-to-Read Expiration Date - I didn't realize the expiration date was on the container at first, but it's actually printed on the bottom. Due to the black color of the container, the expiration date on the bottom is hard to see, which is a bit disappointing. It would be great if the expiration date was also printed on the sticker on the side of the container. Fortunately, it becomes more visible when illuminated with a phone flashlight!
Tip1. Absolutely Do Not Use Around Eyes or Mouth!!! On the first day, while smelling the product, it accidentally touched the edge of my lip... I immediately understood why the instructions explicitly state not to use it around the eyes and mouth! Even though only a tiny amount made contact and I rinsed it off with water right away, it still stung. Sometimes during skincare routines, products can accidentally get into the eyes while patting them in, but if this product were to get in your eyes... Please make sure to avoid the eye and mouth areas when using this! 2. For potentially greater results, it might be beneficial to combine this with management of whiteheads, blackheads, and other sebum-related issues.