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Moisturizers - Korres - Pomegranate Balancing Moisturizer

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rated 3.8(74 reviews)

  • Average Rating: 3.8
  • 58% would buy again
  • Package Quality: 3.4
  • Price: $$$

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rated 4 of 5 blua on 4/16/2012 1:39:00 PM More reviews by blua

Age: 19-24 Skin: Acne-prone, Medium, Warm Hair: Black, Straight, Medium Eyes: Black

I said I wouldn't buy this again because i'm still testing it out, have only been using it for less than a week (got it as a sample at my last Sephora vist). First off, I absolutely ADORE the smell of this moisturizer (actually, I think for any Korres product they smell amazing!) Even though I've got oily/acne-prone skin, I feel like it isn't too heavy or thick. I actually assumed that when when I dipped my finger into it, I thought that it would feel too greasy and yucky. But it didn't! I usually apply this after I spray a little Caudalie beauty elixir (let it dry for a few seconds) and then dot this on my cheeks, forehead and chin and spread out. It hasn't broken me out, and a little goes a long way with me. Even if you put too much, I don't think it'll be too oily/greasy for us oily-skinned gals.

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rated 5 of 5 CLAiRE07 on 4/10/2012 8:32:00 AM More reviews by CLAiRE07

Age: 19-24 Skin: Oily, Fair, Warm Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Fine Eyes: Green

This is an awesome moisturizer. I have oily, acne-prone skin and I find that this works perfectly at keeping my skin hydrated without making it look oily. It sinks in very quickly and leaves my skin looking glow-y and fresh. I've even found that my pores look smaller. I can see why someone's first impression would be that it is too thick and heavy, but it honestly feels so light on my skin and doesn't leave behind any residue.

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rated 2 of 5 medlady on 3/10/2012 11:36:00 PM More reviews by medlady

Age: 36-43 Skin: Other, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Black, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

i bought it hope to find a night light moisturizer for my combination skin, but very disappointed...it 's make your face very shiny even i apply a small amount, oily, but not hydrated, and it cause breakout big time.. i bought it based on good reviews fr others...so hope this help. For now i'll stick w neutrogena 3 in 1 acne stress and olay.

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rated 3 of 5 cherryred14 on 1/11/2012 4:52:00 PM More reviews by cherryred14

Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm Hair: Blond, Wavy, Fine Eyes: Hazel

Nice moisturiser for summer, but you still have to apply sun protection afterwards. Yay for natural ingredients, but it does leave my face shiny and not in a good way. Doesn't clog pores but doesn't provide enough hydration either.
I used it during a holiday and it works better in humid climates. I'm now finishing my second pot of this and probably won't buy it again.

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rated 3 of 5 hamdoo on 12/11/2011 1:20:00 PM More reviews by hamdoo

Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Medium, Neutral Hair: Black, Other, Medium Eyes: Brown

This is an ok product. Skin feels soft but it tends to be on the oilier side. Can cause some breakouts. However it smells amazing!

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rated 5 of 5 kaisofine on 10/16/2011 10:15:00 PM More reviews by kaisofine

Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Black, Other, Other Eyes: Black

I love this misturizer but i don't like the price. i am now sereaching for a sale...lol. with that said i don't know if this the product i need to be getting hook on. it's great for my 20 yr old sometimes oily combo acne prone skin. i just wished it had a higher spf.

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rated 4 of 5 top reviewervictoriasinger on 7/30/2011 8:55:00 PM More reviews by victoriasinger

Age: 19-24 Skin: Very Oily, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Green

This is a very nice moisturizer-for the nighttime. It is extremely heavy and on the oily side. However, that does not mean it's a bad thing! It keeps my skin hydrated at night and plump. I could use this during the daytime if I used very little of it. It smells good. The packaging is cute. Would recommend.

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rated 3 of 5 michii_elle on 4/1/2011 2:04:00 PM More reviews by michii_elle

Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Black, Straight, Medium Eyes: Black

I got a sample of this from Sephora and tried it for 3 weeks. (I used this product during the winter).
I was looking for a moisturizer that's light, doesn't feel like there's anything on my face, control the shine in my T-zone, and mattify my face.
My thoughts about this product:
- it doesn't cause break outs for me
- it has a nice, fresh, light berry scent
- it didn't cause any reactions (sometimes I get reactions when I'm trying out products, but this moisturizer didn't do anything)
- it's a light moisturizer, but it still felt like there was something sitting on my face. maybe it didn't sink in too well.
- it didn't create any shine to my face, but it didn't mattify my face either. Mattifying my face was more important for me.
- it does help with dry patches
- a little bit does go a long way
Overall impression - I'm neutral with this product, but I wouldn't buy the full size because it doesn't add anything to my face and it's a bit expensive for something that's doesn't really do anything for my face.

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rated 1 of 5 top reviewercadabeijos on 3/28/2011 11:33:00 PM More reviews by cadabeijos

Age: 25-29 Skin: Combination, Tan, Warm Hair: Brown, Wavy, Medium Eyes: Brown

Oh gosh, I tried this on the back of my hand (which I do before testing anything on my face), and I broke out in hives/a rash. It's my second day, and it still hasn't gone away! I might be allergic to an ingredient in it, b/c my hand itches and there are tiny bumps on the spot where I tested it. BEWARE, spot test this before using it on your face. I'm not particularly sensitive to many creams, so this surprised me...

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rated 4 of 5 srygiels on 3/12/2011 9:51:00 PM More reviews by srygiels

Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Blue

Shopping for moisturizer is often an exercise in futility for me as I have flaky, acne-prone skin that requires a moisturizer that's both non-oily and heavy-duty. I've tried high-end moisturizers, low-end moisturizers, and everything in between, and have usually found that the product either effectively removes the flakiness caused by my anti-acne creams but leaves my face greasy and prone to break-outs, or that the product is gentle on my acne-sensitive skin but not strong enough to eliminate my dryness. This product is the closest I have come to eliminating both my problems! It's super light-weight, very absorbent, delicate on acne-prone skin, but also VERY moisturizing. The smell is mild and natural, which is a plus as well. While not perfect (once in a while I'll have a stubborn dry patch that I'll have to remedy with a greasy generic moisturizer), I recommend this product to anyone with dry, sensitive skin.

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rated 4 of 5 NARSaddiction on 1/5/2011 7:12:00 AM More reviews by NARSaddiction

Age: 19-24 Skin: Very Oily, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Blond, Other, Other Eyes: Blue

Realy like this product. I bought it about 6 months ago in Greece and I think it's great. I have realy oily skin and am prone to blemishes. This is a gel cream so it sinks in well and doesnt increase the oil on my face but it doesn't mattify either. Oily skin also needs hydration and when I dont wear this my skin feels tight and dry but within a few hours I'm like an oil slick because my glands are working overtime. I think that this cream helps balance my skin and I am definately going to buy another pot. I switched back to my neutrogena oil controll moisturiser for a day and had to wash it off straight away and go back to this. The smell of it is also divine and I like that it's free of mineral oil as it is calming and gentle on my skin.

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rated 3 of 5 Caa on 12/10/2010 1:26:00 PM More reviews by Caa

Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

Buy Again? No, I got breakouts during the time I was using this. I don't know if it's the moisturizer but when I switched - breakout stopped.
Pros:
First impression - loved the lustre it gave (still do) and lasts onto the next day. Gives a fresh, healthy glow.
Gives moisture that makes dry patches disappear.
Day after application in winter dry climate skin looks smooth perfect base for foundation (if you skip applying it in the morning).
No Parabens etc.
Cons:
Got breakouts that kept coming.
During summer, warmer climate my skin became way too oily.
Did not go well under foundation (guess because it takes some time to sink in due to the oils).
Smells nice but I don't want perfume in my moisturizer for face.
For dry skin during winter? Yes, for night use.
Summer? No, greaseball warning.

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rated 3 of 5 Tzatziki on 11/16/2010 1:31:00 AM More reviews by Tzatziki

Age: 25-29 Skin: Combination, Olive, Warm Hair: Brown, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

I really enjoy most of Korres' products (I'm Greek) so when I needed a moisturizer with a modest SPF, I figured I'd give it a try. The texture is really nice, slightly running actually, and it absorbs quickly into the skin and evens out my skin tone for a while....that's where the good part ends. I used it during the summertime and even though I get very dark in the summer, I really didn't notice whether or not this product had any active sunscreen in it at all. Day after day at the beach, my skin would look the same with or without it. Also, at the end of the day, my face has a slightly greasy/waxy texture to it whenever I use this product. I get home and I immediately want to wash my face. If you're looking for moisturizers with a low SPF, I think there are better/cheaper alternatives out there.

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rated 1 of 5 VickiD1113 on 5/29/2010 7:19:00 AM More reviews by VickiD1113

Age: 44-55 Skin: Combination, Olive, Not Sure Hair: Brown, Straight, Medium Eyes: Brown

I tried this cream because of it having no SPF in it. SPF's irritate my skin terribly, but try finding a day cream without it. based on the reviews on Sephora I thought this might work for me but it doesnt. and for $32 i'll send it back.
it's got a nice light texture, pleasant smell, absorbs quickly, but that's where my compliments end. it wasnt moisturizing at all, & it felt odd after it soaked in; almost as if it was pulling my skin. my foundation did not go on as nice as it usually does over this either. the only thing i can say ti did do as it claimed, was it controlled the only oily spot i get on my cheek every summer. but that isnt enough reason for me to keep it. continued >>

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rated 5 of 5 top reviewershopaholic3286 on 5/28/2010 9:30:00 AM More reviews by shopaholic3286

Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Medium, Warm Hair: Black, Straight, Medium Eyes: Black

I think this is a fantastic moisturiser. It's nice and light and it doesn't feel heavy on the skin. It give my skin the perfect amount of moisture. It's doesn't make my skin look greasy and it hasn't broken me out. I love the smell of this and I actually quite like the packaging! I definitely recommend this!

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rated 3 of 5 Chloe21 on 5/6/2010 2:59:00 PM More reviews by Chloe21

Age: 25-29 Skin: Acne-prone, Medium, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

I have acne prone skin and now is very deshisdratated due to many acne treatmens. This cream does not hydratate my skin at all. If i apply too mucj , it looks greasy. I dont this would work for oily skin.

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rated 2 of 5 yoyomachamonkey on 3/29/2010 3:05:00 PM More reviews by yoyomachamonkey

Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Medium, Not Sure Hair: Black, Other, Other Eyes: Hazel

don't like it....generally
I changed from neal's yard comfrey to this just wanted to try some fresh and new products. it made my face greasy, and seemed to have no oil control function, it is not easy to be absorbed by my skin, and even after i applied that for couple of hours, I found my skin looked dehydrated....
the good point is the smell is nice and it got a SPF...and it was assumed natural for skin..

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rated 4 of 5 Miratira on 1/5/2010 6:46:00 PM More reviews by Miratira

Age: 19-24 Skin: Acne-prone, Fair, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

Nice texture, mattifies instantly and extremely well and thus my make-up goes on much smoother and lasts a lot longer than before. And this does a mostly natural product - I'm impressed.
After a few week of usage I can tell, that the pores on my forehead have gotten smaller but not so much on the rest of my face. My acne didn't get worse or better, but infections seem to heal faster.
So I really think that it's a great day moisturizer, because it comes with a slight SPF 6 which is perfect for grey winter days but still mattifies your skin and doesn't clog your pores. Oh, and you only need to use very little of it and it's still enough for your face, so it will last you a pretty long time.

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rated 5 of 5 mo2 on 8/23/2009 4:33:00 PM More reviews by mo2

Age: 19-24 Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Brunette, Other, Other Eyes: Brown

I really do enjoy this moisturizer. I currently live in a very humid city, and this moisturizer keeps my combination skin in check during the summer. It's very light, and I enjoy the consistency of this gel-cream. A very minimal amount goes far, especially since I'm using this as my summer time moisturizer. It may not be enough for my dry skin during the winter, but perfect for my oily t-zone in the summer heat! It smells incredible too!

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rated 5 of 5 acollis on 8/10/2009 2:19:00 PM More reviews by acollis

Age: 30-35 Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Not Sure Hair: Brown, Other, Other Eyes: Green

Finally, a moisturizer that doesn't break out my skin or make me oily by midday! I've been using it for 3 months now, through the muggiest part of summer, and my acne-prone skin remains clear. I do have to apply it thinly to prevent shine in my t-zone, but that's to be expected. This moisturizer also has the added bonus of improving my skin tone. It has a slight pinkish tint, which for me has a very similar brightening effect (if not quite as noticeable) to Benefit's That Gal primer. Because I use it sparingly (but I do use it on my chest and neck as well as my face), I expect that one tub of moisturizer will last me 4-6 months. Definitely recommended for acne-prone, sensitive, and/or combination skin.

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