by sunny4u311971 (2 reviews)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you?
Face
Makeup
Hair
Body
April 21, 2008, 10:32 am
I went to Sephora and this product was recommended to me. The price sucks. $42. I will say this- you don't have to use a lot, so it seems to last a good while. But, no this product does not soak up oil. When I first used the product it seemed to work well. But after a while, it's like my skin was getting immune to it. I have oily skin and have yet to find a product that is helpful in controlling the oil. I know that a product isn't going to make my skin 100% oil free. But I have seen better reviews for other products that cost half the price of this one. 5 stars for price and for not being a great as I was told it was. April 21, 2008, 10:32 am
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes | No | Report this post
June 18, 2008, 6:55 am
I bought this product with high hopes. I have extremely oily skin and oil blotting sheets are my best friend! I have tried other mattifyers in the past without success. This product got such rave reviews I just had to try it even though it has a steep price tag ($42) I thought a little would go a long way. Sadly, I am just as disappointed with this product as the others. I gave it a full two week test and it totally failed. I still had to use the blotting sheets twice a day and it didn't make my skin look or feel any less oily. I will be getting a refund. June 18, 2008, 6:55 am
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes | No | Report this post
May 21, 2008, 4:33 pm
This Lotion is sticky and does feel like glue. Using powder over this formula is a nightmare. However, it does control the shine on my skin and it lasts through the work day. I just tried it with an Illuminating tinted moisturizer and loved the results. What I love is that it does control the shine and it lasts. What I do not like is the way it feels when putting it on my face. I also think that it is a little bit pricey. May 21, 2008, 4:33 pm
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes | No | Report this post
May 14, 2008, 1:01 pm
DOes anyone else feel like they are putting glue on their face with this stuff? It actually makes my skin immediately matte- and lasted all day- but it is so so thick and sticky it seriously feels like you are putting glue paste on your face. I got a sample size in Sephoras summer sunscreen special- maybe it is old or something- but even if it works- it just doesnt seem right to put something that thick on my skin! I will not be buying the full size... May 14, 2008, 1:01 pm
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes | No | Report this post
April 22, 2008, 11:47 am
This is the best product I have ever used! I have tried many, many products to stop me from being so shiny, and this is the only one that has made a difference. I put it on every morning and I am still shine-free by the end of the day. Whenever I look in the mirror and notice that I am shiny, it is because I have forgotten to put it on that day. Every shiny girl needs this! April 22, 2008, 11:47 am
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes | No | Report this post
July 7, 2008, 3:22 pm
I wanted to fall in love with it. Anything that helps my skin look matte, I want to use every day, all the time. But I honestly cannot think of one reason why anyone should buy this product. Not a single one.
First of all, the price is absolutely outrageous. Outrageous as in $42 for a little over 1 oz. This is not a moisturizer. This is not any sort of treatment for any other skin problem except oil control. This means that you are applying this over your La Mer, or whatever moisturizer you're using (which in my case is currently Bliss Steep Clean Moisture Lotion, but whatever).
Secondly, it doesn't really do what it claims to. Here are the claims from Sephora's website:
Clinical trials using state-of-the-art high resolution tools measured:
-44% reduction in sebum levels
-39% increase in mattification
-37% reduction in pore size
-35% reduction in visible shine
-19% increase in hydration
Now, let me throw a disclaimer out there: I am only one person with my own experience. You may find this product works really well for you. My skin is very oily with large pores and without any treatment at all, I can blot off a great deal of oil two hours after cleaning my face. You may not have such an extreme case, and this may do exactly as it is supposed to for you. I can really put these products to the test, however, and I did notice a bit of mattification, perhaps four hours worth. A slight reduction in sebum levels and visible shine. I don't need the hydration, so that was irrelevant. I saw no change in pore size.
I personally wouldn't recommend this for anyone. I'd recommend someone use a good moisturizer with oil control and mattifying properties already in it, and a very good primer. Those two things, plus an occasional blotting paper is all you need. July 7, 2008, 3:22 pm
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes | No | Report this post
November 25, 2008, 8:59 am
When this first arrived on the skincare scene a few years ago, I was all for it. Anything that can help balance out my oil in my t-zone is a welcome addition to my routine. But honestly-- this stuff reminds me of Elmer's Glue when it comes out of the tube and I had flashbacks of elementary school and of cutting hearts out of construction paper to make a boy I liked a collage. *laughs* It's effective for a short while, but the sebum starts up again within an hour or 2 for me and it's pointless. It can be difficult to wear foundation over this if you don't let it dry for several minutes beforehand is what I've found. When I wore liquid foundation with it-- it made a weird texture on my face so I stuck with wearing minerals when I wore this.
It does get points for having an SPF 20 versus most products which are 15. But I've moved on the other things. This isn't the answer for me personally. November 25, 2008, 8:59 am
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes | No | Report this post
November 24, 2008, 9:16 pm
Product worked great for a hot day at the beach. It literally felt like it was blocking some of the sweat on my face. For regular use it can be a bit drying, but if you plan to sweat, this is the product of choice. It is thick to spread on, but just apply a thin layer and it dries instantly, making makeup application not a problem. November 24, 2008, 9:16 pm
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes | No | Report this post
October 7, 2008, 3:08 pm
Cosemdicine's Medi-Matte Lotion is a thicker consistency than I expected and more difficult to apply evenly than I had hoped. I wore it under make-up on a steamy Fourth of July gathering and it did keep my make-up from turning into an oil slick from the heat and humidity. However, I didn't find it very moisturizing at all and would not use this on a daily basis. October 7, 2008, 3:08 pm
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes | No | Report this post
August 21, 2008, 9:13 am
I got a sample of this through Sephora. I like that it is thick because it actually feels like it is blocking oil but it is so thick that it is hard to spread all over my fac. I'm scared that i'm doing more damage by tugging on my skin. I have tried many foundations over this and liquid just doesn't work! IT's like blending clay on your face. It did work under mineral makeups but i can't stand using them because they are so messy. Overall, it worked wonders on my oily skin but it doesn't work well with liquid foundation over it! August 21, 2008, 9:13 am
0 of 0 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful to you? Yes | No | Report this post
Check out affordable versions of Posh Spice's favorite makeup, hairstyle and skin care products
Finally, how to nip your two most agonizing skin issues in the bud
How do celebrities get that youthful glow? Probably with a little help from these products
Vote on this week's styles including Eva Longoria Parker, Victoria Beckham and more stars! You decide – are they fashionistas or flops?
Parker rocked the black carpet in a stunning Balmain mini at an N.Y.C. event. More
Take 60 seconds and you'll get complete access to our review tools, and personalized product recommendations
