i asked my sister to bought me the foreo silicone cleanser online from sephora, so naturally it came with some samples. one of them is the fresh rose toner. i've been wanting to try it for quite some time now, so i guess it's a good place to start since i'm always hesitant in giving a go. anyway, since this only comes in a sachet, this is more like a first impression rather than the full review.
this is the description from their website: a daily, non-stripping toner with real rose petals and hyaluronic acid that minimizes the look of pores while increasing skin hydration. this best selling, alcohol-free formula has an unmatched amount of rose power: toning rose fruit extract, soothing rosewater, nourishing rose oil, and real floating rose petals. it hydrates and clears skin of leftover impurities, leaving it silky soft and prepped for the products you apply after. deeply hydrates skin, softens and refines the look of pores, tones and preps skin for the next steps.
key ingredients:
- hyaluronic acid: attracts and maintains moisture to enhance suppleness.
- angelica leaf extract: helps retain moisture.
- rose fruit extract: is known for its toning properties.
- rosewater: helps to calm and soothe.
the packaging: as i've said that it came in a sachet with the picture of the full size version at front. there's a bit description at the back. one sachet is 2 ml and it's enough for one time use only.
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| the sachet |
the scent: i think i'm glad that i manage to try the sample first as i'm right about my hunch. i was worried about the scent and it's proven right. the toner has strong rose scent and it's quite fragrant. let me tell you, i got covid when i tried this toner and my nose was stuffy so i couldn't smell well, but i can still smell the fragrance from this toner. imagine if my nose wasn't stuffy, how fragrant would it be?
the product: the toner is brownish in color with specks inside. i believe the specks is the remnants of rose petal bits that usually comes with the full size toner. it's watery in consistency so it's easy to spread around. one sachet is only enough for one time use.
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| how it looks like on my hand notice the brownish specks? |
the result: i have to say that this is really hydrating and a bit moisturizing. i'm quite surprised since usually western toner tends to be drying instead of hydrating, so this is a nice surprise to actually find that this toner really hydrates my skin. it can be layered and works well under my other steps.
i have to say that this toner seems to deliver its promise. unfortunately, i can't stand the scent. it's too fragrant for my liking. i'm not against scented products in general, but this one is too much for me. that's why i'm glad i get to try the sachet sample first rather than buying the mini size which is a little bit too expensive for mini size. anyway, if you want to splurge, then this toner might be a good option. if you don't mind with the scent, that is. it is suitable for all skin types and can be layered. if only the scent is not that strong, then i won't mind buying the mini one.
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