AROMATICA Rose Absolute First Serum Reviews

Name: Rose Absolute First Serum
Brand: AROMATICA
Rating: 4.12 (704 reviews)

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톡희피부
Jun 21, 2020
Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
I've been using this serum for 4 bottles now as it helps with quick drying. While I prefer fragrance-free, the rose scent is not too strong, which I like.
Cons
After using this product for years, I've seen it go through 2 reformulations. The latest version has a new dropper, which seems more convenient, but the ingredients don't seem quite the same, and there may be some less desirable components added, so I'm hesitant to purchase the new product.

fi2gpq
Mar 26, 2020
Combination SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
I bought the full-size product after trying a sample and finding the rose scent to be very subtle and not artificial. The ingredients are also good. Typical serums have 30-50ml, but this one has 130ml, so it lasts much longer than expected. It leaves a nice moisturized feeling after applying it to the face a couple of times.
Cons
Nothing in particular.

pure8
Mar 16, 2020
Dry Skin
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Pros
Personally, the best aspects of this product for me were the fragrance, application, and volume. The rose's natural fragrance is perceptible, without any artificial scents that would be off-putting. When applied, the fragrant aroma is refreshing and uplifting, especially when used in the morning after cleansing. The product also absorbs quickly into the skin. Yet, it does not leave the skin feeling dry. With the inclusion of oils, the moisturizing effect is high, but it does not feel heavy or greasy - just lightweight and hydrating. The 130ml volume may seem small, but since I only use it on my face, I was able to use one bottle for over 3 months. It lasts longer than expected.
Cons
This is a whitening and anti-aging functional product, but even after finishing an entire bottle, I did not see any effects. While consistent use of several bottles over a few years may yield results, a single bottle is unlikely to deliver the promised functional benefits.
Tip
Mixing a drop of this product into a thick sunscreen can improve the application and make the skin feel more hydrated.

에센스만조진다
Dec 17, 2019
Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
1. The design is so beautiful! It has a luxurious feel? But if I drop it because it's glass, 😵 but still, this is my style. 2. The fragrance is really nice too. It's not an artificial fragrance, but an extract-based one?? I'm not a big fan of rose scents, but this one is not overpowering and has a subtle, pleasant aroma. 3. Since I bought this after checking Hwahae, I naturally confirmed that the ingredients are good. 4. The usage experience It's refreshing and lightweight!! There's rose oil? in it, but it doesn't feel oily at all. It's not heavy and absorbs well, leaving my skin moisturized. 5. A brand I can trust!!! I'm usually a product hopper, but I've been using the aloe gel and essence from this brand, and they're both working really well for me!! 6. The price To be honest, considering the amount you get, this price is a total steal. Compared to other essences, this is not a small bottle, but a really large one with a lot of product, and the price is very reasonable given the quantity.
Cons
The cream doesn't absorb well into my skin, so I only use the essence on its own. This product is too heavy for me to use on its own in the winter, and too heavy for me in the summer as well. Haha

구묘호
May 20, 2019
Oily SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
I received 5,000 points from Hwahae, so I bought a serum that I needed and was very satisfied with it unexpectedly. First of all, I tend to value fragrance a lot, and this one has such a strong rose scent that it feels like they've crushed real roses into it. The fragrance is strong but not artificial at all, just pure rose, which I personally really liked. It absorbs quickly and applies well on the face, so I'm very satisfied. Most importantly, I usually break out in pimples if a product doesn't suit me, but I've been using this for about a week without any issues.
Cons
The product is in a glass bottle, so it's heavy, and it's not a pump type, so you have to scoop it out, which is a bit of a hassle. And I only applied it once before, and it felt very sticky.
Tip
I apply this after my toner and essence. That way, there's no stickiness or discomfort.

r빛별
Apr 29, 2019
Oily SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
It's moisturizing and refreshing The rose scent is not artificial, so I keep wanting to smell it It lasts quite a long time when bought on sale
Cons
When applied in large amounts, it's difficult to absorb?? There's really nothing disappointing about it haha

Hispalis
Dec 28, 2018
Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
The rose scent is not artificial, and it's just like the fresh cut rose from a flower shop that has been soaked in water for a long time and has absorbed a lot of moisture. As it doesn't contain irritating fragrances, even I with sensitive skin can use this strongly scented product without any issues. That was a great aspect for me.
Cons
I'm not quite sure about the key features that would drive repeat purchases. As a first serum, the viscosity is too high to use as a first step, so I couldn't use it like a toner. But it's also too heavy to use like a water-based product. When I tried to use it as a functional essence after toner, it didn't provide any noticeable functions or effects on my skin.
Tip
The nice fragrance definitely provides a healing experience when doing skincare. That's why I used this product by mixing it with other products that don't have a scent (like the Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream or La Roche-Posay B5) to apply. This product lives up to the brand name in terms of the aromatherapy effects.

하모니합창
Dec 26, 2018
Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
1. Absorption The absorption is really good! Just spreading it out a few times on your face is enough for it to be absorbed already. 2. Texture The texture is not too watery. About the consistency of nasal mucus? I'm not a big fan of nasal mucus-like textures, but the feel on my face was alright! 3. Fragrance I was worried the rose fragrance might be too strong, but while it is on the stronger side, it's not overpowering. It's a pleasant fragrance that you can enjoy.
Cons
1. It just doesn't seem to work for me... After using this product, I've had a lot of skin troubles, so I'm not using it anymore now. I think it might be because of the oil content in it... 2. After using it, my skin feels stuffy. Maybe because of the oil, it feels like something is covering my skin... I find that feeling of being covered up to be suffocating, so that part wasn't great. 3. It's drier than expected. I don't get that moisturized, dewy feeling, and my skin just feels coated on the surface, with the serum only lightly absorbed. When I wake up after using it at night, my skin feels parched, and it doesn't feel hydrated both on the surface and deep down.

통통한몽구스
Dec 23, 2018
Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
Aromatica is a brand that is quite unfamiliar to me. I first saw it when I visited Hwahae. Their shampoos seem to be quite popular. Since I'm currently using a Bulgarian rose water toner, I was interested in the damask rose oil ingredient, so I decided to purchase it. The natural rose scent that I'm accustomed to is quite different from the slightly herbal fragrance, but I find it very pleasant and not artificial at all. The main ingredient is actually aloe vera leaf extract. I didn't have high expectations for this relatively unknown brand, but it has exceeded my expectations. Korean beauty products are really well-made. Korean consumers are so discerning and influential, so companies put a lot of thought into meeting their needs. This has made me reflect on my previous preference for only overseas luxury brands.
Cons
It would be more convenient if the serum was in a pump bottle, but instead it has a regular lotion-style cap that is relatively small, so it takes some getting used to.
Tip
After using the damask rose toner, I apply the rose absolute first serum, skip the lotion, and then finish with an essence and cream.

빵이@
Dec 18, 2018
Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
It's so nice and gentle! There were some reviews saying the scent was unpleasant, but I really enjoyed the subtle rose fragrance. As someone with sensitive skin, I was worried the ingredients might not agree with me or be too harsh, but I'm completely satisfied. The aloe vera gel that came with it is also amazing, and I plan to purchase the full-size version. Oh, and I was so touched by the packaging - it came with paper tape instead of plastic, and paper filler instead of styrofoam! Because of the packaging alone, I really want to keep using products from this brand. The glass container is inevitable, but I was able to recycle the paper filling properly.
Cons
While the gentle ingredients are a plus, the short expiration date is a bit of a downside. But I can't really think of any other negatives about this product.
Tip
If you gently pat and press the product into your skin, it really seems to absorb better and sink in deeper.