Showing posts with label Brand: Amore Pacific. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Brand: Amore Pacific. Show all posts

Monday, May 2, 2011

Doubles Monday #2: AMORE PACIFIC Moisture Bound Rejuvenating Serum (review)

It’s after 10pm, and I’m still feeling the energy. Here’s something rejuvenating - from AMORE PACIFIC.

Moisture Bound Rejuvenating Serum

Blurb: A treatment booster that accelerates the penetration of anti aging ingredients. This concentrated serum includes Self-transforming Technology™ to promote the penetration of highly concentrated bamboo sap. The combination of this advanced delivery system and bamboo sap offers extraordinary properties that regenerate fresh, new skin while intensifying the moisturizing benefits of the complete Amore Pacific routine of Moisture Bound Rejuvenating products.

This is a truly fine serum! The first time I used it, I loved the way it went on smoothly, absorbed almost immediately and made my skin look fresh, dewy and plump (the good kind). It hydrated without being oily or heavy, and it worked beautifully with my other products.

After a couple of weeks, I noticed that the very small dry patches above my eyebrows disappeared and never came back. I’m also noticing that even in the warmer weather, my skin stills feels fresh without any oiliness or stickiness. Awesome.

Right now the website is under construction; but you can still find all of their fabulous products at Sephora, Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus.

Just to keep the “doubles” theme going, I’m also going to feature some of my favorite duos. Since many of our eyes were on England this weekend; here’s one of the most (absolutely) fabulous duos ever: The vulgar, self-absorbed, cursing, politically incorrect and somehow beloved Patsy and Eddie. (Warning - not always PG)



(ftc disclosure: sample/product received from manufacturer or representative)

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

I'm Back (Finally)! AMORE Natural Protector SPF 30 (review)

Hey everyone – I meant to start feeling pretty again yesterday (after my weekend trip); but blogging duties had to wait another day. I can’t believe this was supposed to be my “relaxing month.” Ha! Things have been crazier than ever! But I only have one more trip at the end of the month, and then it’s back to “normal” life again.

Meanwhile...it’s time for another ifp PSA about how just because summer is on the way out, it doesn’t mean that it’s time to put away the sunscreen. Even though the weather is cooler; that big yellow ball in the sky is still shining down; and protection is just as important as it was in August. But you know this. You’re all used to me going on (and on) about sunscreen by now. So let's skip right to a new fabulous find from AMORE PACIFIC.

Natural Protector (SPF 30/PA+++)

Blurb: Formulated with effective anti-oxidant and hydrating botanical extracts, this oil-free sunscreen protects against the damaging effects of the environment, pollution and casual sun exposure. Nourishing botanicals fused with sunscreens provides effective UVA/UVB protection to promote and protect healthy looking skin. Oil and perspiration absorbing particles maintain a long lasting, radiantly matte appearance. Stabilized Bamboo Sap, naturally rich in minerals and amino acids provides effective energizing and hydration. Tocopherol and Carrot Root Extract offers protective, anti-oxidant benefits. Oil-Free.

This is a fine, fine product! I don’t know why this isn’t also marketed as a primer because it’s an excellent one - and it also provides awesome SPF 30/PA+++ sun protection. It goes on easily, leaves no white cast, has a matte finish, looks great under foundation, controls oil, doesn’t cause breakouts, contains antioxidants, smells nice, and hydrates. Really. It does. I tried it. And I am thrilled to bits at how well it worked!

Take a look at the fabulous website. In addition to the cool products, there are nifty events and promotions pages to browse. AMOREPACIFIC is also available at Sephora, Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus.

(ftc disclosure: sample/product received from manufacturer or representative)

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Your Thursday Face: AMOREPACIFIC Time Response Skin Renewal Foundation (rave review)

This will be a short, but incredibly enthusiastic post. I tried this foundation over the weekend and wanted to tell you about it immediately. But somehow I managed to control myself and wait for Thursday to roll around. Read all about this fabulous, fabulous foundation from AMOREPACIFIC.

Time Response Skin Renewal Foundation (SPF 18)

Blurb: A botanically rich treatment foundation that recovers the natural radiance of healthy-looking skin, rather than cover the signs of time. Formulated with seven nurturing anti-oxidant rich green tea ingredients and Time Response Complex™, TIME RESPONSE Skin Renewal Foundation protects, corrects and transforms the skin by filling in shadowy surface imperfections and evenly dispersing light to re-capture the vibrant, reflective qualities of youthful skin.

Wow! This Foundation is absolutely gorgeous!

It smoothes on beautifully, feels great, and seems to melt into my skin. It covers well; and has a stunning, flattering, glowy, natural soft-focus finish. It makes my complexion look absolutely amazing!

And just in case I wasn't thrilled enough; it also has lots of awesome skin-nourishing ingredients to further improve things. A++!! Go get one!

It's available in eight shades, and you can check out the swatches on the website. The site also has a cool events and promotions page. If you want to check out the lovely glow in person; AMOREPACIFIC is also available at Sephora, Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus.

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(ftc disclosure: sample/product received from manufacturer or representative)

Thursday, July 22, 2010

Your Thursday Face: AMOREPACIFIC Moisture Bound Tinted Treatment Moisturizer (review)

It's Thursday already – which means it's also time for another installment of face-related gorgeousness. It's been great checking out such a wide variety of foundations, primers, sealers and powders over the last few Thursdays. I'm having a lot of fun; and I'm also learning that there really is something for everybody, every season and every complexion need. Today's fabulous face is from AMOREPACIFIC.

Moisture Bound Tinted Treatment Moisturizer (SPF 15)

Blurb: A botanical rich, oil-free, tinted moisturizer provides sheer, natural coverage to minimize the appearance of minor flaws and imperfections while letting the natural beauty of skin shine through. Unique, water-free formulation utilized Stabilized Bamboo Sap in lieu of distilled water for improved skin vitality. Ideal for all skin types, even Sensitive or Oily. Available in 4 shades.

Who ever first thought of tinted moisturizers is a genius. Of course, I could probably look it up on the interwebs; but I don't really feel like it. Instead, I feel like talking about how utterly spectacular this particular tinted moisturizer happens to be. If I had to describe it in three words…I would fail. Three words would just not be enough. So here are a whole bunch of words: oil free, SPF15, weightless, hydrating, long-lasting, nourishing, luxurious.

In addition to all those words up there, I need to add that it goes on easily, has a wonderful texture and seems to disappear into the skin right away. It leaves a lovely, very sheer, and very natural finish. It really is spectacular!

Check out the whole collection on the website. You can get purchase info in the where to buy section, and even get updates on events and promotions. AMOREPACIFIC is also available at Sephora, Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus.
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(ftc disclosure: sample/product received from manufacturer or representative)

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Gleeful: Amore Pacific and Leah Michele

Turns out Leah Michele (of the ultra fab “Glee”) is a huge fan of Amore Pacific!

Red Carpet Secrets

In addition to AMOREPACIFIC Skincare’s other celebrity fan base, it seems that that Lea Michele is a fan of their moisturizers and eye cream…Plus she also just went into the spa recently!! AMOREPACIFIC is definitely a red carpet secret!

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Friday, October 30, 2009

That's Amore (Pacific): Moisture Bound Vitalizing Crème (review)

Last August I reviewed some excellent skincare from Amore Pacific. I really loved the stuff I tried, so I decided I'd see what they have for the cooler, drier seasons.

Moisture Bound Vitalizing Creme

Blurb: A mineral rich, luxuriously emollient, time-release cream provides immediate restoration of skin’s protective mantel and encourages optimal hydration balance over time for a soft, luminescent complexion. Unique water-free formulation utilizes Stabilized Bamboo Sap in lieu of distilled water for improved skin vitality. Enriched with HyperAqua-L™ a synergistic, blend of emollients designed to soften and smooth skin while reinforcing skin’s protective mantel to discourage water loss in skin’s outermost layers. AquaSponge Complex™exclusive moisture binding complex encourages skin’s natural hydration response to smooth and moisturize. HyperAqua-L™-a synergistic blend of emollients softens and smoothes skin as it reinforces natural barrier function to protect against water loss in skin’s vulnerable, outermost layer. Sunflower Seed Oil provides effective moisturizing and protective benefits essential to healthy skin. Green Tea Leaf Extractan extraordinary anti-oxidant. Provides protection against damage from free radicals caused by internal and environmental stressors.

Whoa man! "Moisture Bound" is right. This is a smooth, rich cream that glided onto my skin. It also absorbed almost immediately. My skin felt hydrated, plumped and velvety soft without being sticky or greasy. And in the morning my skin still looked great. This is an awesome moisturizer for anyone who is getting ready to face (pun intended) dry weather.

Amore Pacific can be found at Sephora and on the Amore Pacific website.

Happy Friday!
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Friday, August 14, 2009

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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