Totally Hearting This: Amore Pacific (review)

This is my first time checking out Amore Pacific and I am pretty darn happy. After all of the great things I've been hearing; I finally got to test out their Moisture Bound Introductory Collection for oily Skin. The kit contains four products designed for oily/combination skin (there's also a kit targeted for normal-dry skin).

Treatment Cleansing Foam

Blurb: A refreshing, water-activated foaming cleanser to gently and effectively remove both makeup and impurities in one step. Formulated with amino acids, botanical hydrators and energizers like Bamboo Sap and Red Ginseng Root, this versatile cleanser purifies the skin; helps reinforce its natural protective barrier and leaves it feeling soft, fresh, hydrated and radiantly clean. Amino Acid based formula provides essential hydration to protect skin’s natural moisture while thoroughly removing make-up and impurities. Vitamin E micro-spheres dissolve upon contact and bathe the skin in a purifying and protective Vitamin E wash during the cleansing massage and after the final rinse to offer ongoing protection against toxins and environmental aggressors.

A really excellent cleanser. Luxuriously soft and lathery (is that a word?), and a little goes a long way). It gently and thoroughly removed all traces of makeup and left my skin feeling fresh and soothed.

Treatment Enzyme Peel

Blurb: Gentle, water-activated botanical enzyme treatment to thoroughly and effectively eliminate dry, dulling surface cells and toxins responsible for irregularities in texture and tone and which can interfere with the optimum penetration of regular skincare products. Papain, a plant based enzyme, is micro-encapsulated through our patent pending process and activated upon contact with water to thoroughly dissolve impurities and cellular build up without harsh abrasives found in more traditional formulations. Milk sugars provide additional skin softening and smoothing effects. Soothing and calming botanicals such as Green Tea Extract and Allantoin protect against sensitivity and provide additional, anti-oxidant benefits. Built in dosage reservoir ensures the perfect, pre-measured amount of treatment powder for each use.

This was kind of fun to use (it's a powder that you mix with water before applying). I loved the way it made my skin feel. It took away the roughness, shrunk my pores and left my skin baby soft. It works well and is still gentle enough for regular use.

Treatment Toner (alcohol free)

Blurb: This uniquely formulated, water-free toner veils the skin in calming and soothing botanicals and makes it more receptive to the all treatments that follow. Provides gentle restorative benefits and protects the natural protective skin mantel while leaving feeling soft and smooth. Nature’s mineral-rich Red Ginseng Water, used in lieu of distilled water, forms the foundation of this delicate, botanical freshener. Ginger Root Extract provides enlivening benefit. Water Lily contributes delicate astringent qualities. Soothing high-mountain flora like Arnica and Yarrow help assure optimum skin balance and comfort.

I’m not much of a toner person (gasp!), but I could become one after using this. This toner was very soothing and balancing. It was also refreshing when I used it during the day for a little boost.

Refreshing Hydra Gel (Oil-Free)

Blurb: A mineral rich, oil free, hydrating gel, which encourages skin’s optimal hydration levels for a clearer, and radiantly smooth complexion. Unique, water-free formulation utilizes Stabilized Bamboo Sap in lieu of distilled water for improved skin vitality. Infused with brightening and botanicals such as Ginger Root and stress fighting minerals such as Magnesium to leave the complexion refreshingly hydrated with a vibrant, clear and matte appearance. Aqua-Sponge Complex™exclusive moisture binding complex encourages skin’s natural hydration response for optimal, healthy hydration and moisture balance. Minerals such as Zinc, Calcium and Magnesium provide effective, stress fighting benefits for greater resilience. Green Tea Leaf Extract protects against sensitivity and provides additional anti-oxidant benefits.

Fabulous (oil free) moisturizer. A great weight for summer too. It absorbed quickly and had a cooling feel and fresh fragrance.

I really loved using these products together. The overall effect is very refreshing and soothing, without overdrying – which is extremely welcome to my oil-prone complexion. I'm going to seriously check out some more of their products the next time I'm in Sephora. Take a look at their website. In addition to skincare, there's also a really promising looking foundation.

Happy Friday!
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