Bye-Bye Double Cleansing! Althea Pore Purifying Serum Cleanser | REVIEW

Alright, so Althea released another skincare product. And this time, it's another multi-function item! (Remember their Petal Velvet Sunaway? It's not just an ordinary sunscreen, but can also control sebum and serve as a good makeup base) They are slowly building their own skincare line! 

Actually, I have already tried the Pore Purifying Serum Cleanser, and if I am to describe the experience, it will simply be: "UNEXPECTEDLY AWESOME".

So in this blog post, I'll provide the detailed review of the product (though you already have a hint that I love it, hehe). And if you want to see it's actual effect on my skin, watch the video that I uploaded on my YouTube channel below:

Now let's jump to my review:

THE PRODUCT

The Pore Purifying Serum Cleanser comes in a 150 ml, slightly tinted plastic bottle. And since the container is somehow transparent, you can easily see the consistency of the liquid inside. When dispensed, the liquid's texture is similar to a cleansing oil (though it's less oily), and smells like mint (though not that strong). 

As I applied the liquid on my damp face, I noticed that it do not form lather (at all). It's like massaging your face with light serum, and honestly, it did not convinced me enough that I'm actually cleansing my face. However, I immediately noticed that it melts my makeup really quick. And as I rinsed my face, my skin felt so tight, clear and clean.

The complete ingredients list:

Water, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Cyclomethicone, Isononyl Isononanoate, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Mentha Arvensis Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Citric Acid, Hydroxyacetophenone, Disodium Edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Citrate, Butylene Glycol, Fragrance

The key ingredients are:

Mint leaf extract

Jojoba seed oil

Tea tree leaf extract

According to Althea Korea's website, the product incorporates the "Dual Moisture System". It is a combination of water and oil, in overlapping layers, that gently yet effectively remove makeup and dirt residue. Also, it is suitable for ALL skin types, especially those with sensitive skin, since it can create a protective moisture barrier on the skin and has a pH level of 5.5 ~ 6.5. 

THE VERDICT

Okay, this is another genius product from Althea. I was not head-over-heels during the first use, but after the second, third, and so on, I never washed my face with any cleanser anymore. Here are the reasons why:

• It cleanses deep down my pores, for real. My T-zone area never felt so clean (with normal cleansing), unless I exfoliate (which normally dries out the skin). 

• It serves as a double-cleansing product (I can now skip my cleansing oil and facial wash). Perfect whenever I'm in a hurry, or just tired of my complex skincare routine.

• It retains moisture excellently. No dry feeling after washing, plus, it always makes my skin look so plump and hydrated.

• Its price is not that economical, yet can be justified by its quality. Well a little amount can cleanse the entire face already, so I guess a bottle can go for a month or two (which is pretty long).

Well it is so gentle, yet act so strong...am so confused! All I can say is that you have to TRY this product, because it works like magic! You may check out Althea's website: https://ph.althea.kr/pore-purifying-serum-cleanser for more details.

Hope you enjoyed this review! Let me know your thoughts, just leave a comment below! Thank you for dropping by, will see you again :)

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