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Guerlain Issima Midnight Secret

What it is:A late-night recovery treatment.What it does:Late to bed, early to rise? Midnight Secret will never tell! This ultimate nighttime skin repair remedy instantly erases signs of fatigue while soothing and softening redness and irritation. Even with just a few hours of sleep, the skin looks refreshed and well-rested. Hydronoctine detoxifies by replenishing moisture and oxygen to the cells, while yeast extract improves cellular oxygenation. Vitamin E and rice extract combat free radicals.
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Review 1 for Issima Midnight Secret
kewljeans
Location:Los Angeles, CA
Skin Type:Dry
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Best Night Cream Ever
-05.15.13
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing
I was introduced to this through my Korean Airlines friend who is an air stewardess. Since she travels internationally all the time, she uses this and swears by it. When I initially bought it, I was so skeptical about the expensive price, but IT IS SO WORTH IT. This is my 3rd bottle and absolutely love it. It really works. I think this is the only product I have ever used that really shows that it is effective the following morning. Your skin is so smooth, baby soft and moisturizing.
I HIGHLY recommend this to anyone looking for a night cream!
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Review 2 for Issima Midnight Secret
lucyam
Location:Az
Skin Type:Combination
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Issima Midnight Secret
-05.13.13
Quick Take: hydrating
Grat treatment super hydrating ...you skin will look beautiful
Love this secret!
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Review 3 for Issima Midnight Secret
Nat72
Location:Odessa, Texas
Skin Type:Combination
Age:35-44
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Midnight Secret?
-04.14.13
Quick Take: hydrating
I was excited to receive this product but to be honest, I haven't seen any dramatic differences in my skin? Feels great going on- not too heavy or greasy at all. I will give it some more time. Very $$.
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Review 4 for Issima Midnight Secret
blebecca
Location:New York, NY
Skin Type:Combination
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Worth the Money
-02.27.13
Quick Take: hydrating, exfoliating, moisturizing
I went to Paris a few years ago and went into the Guerlain store. I splurged and bought the midnight secret cream. I haven't stopped using it since. It moisturizes and gets rid of blemishes. My only complaint is that when you get to the end there is no way to get out the rest of the lotion. You are paying so much for this product you want every last drop. Overall. my skin is glowing and hydrated! Great product!
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Review 5 for Issima Midnight Secret
kristinaco
Location:Golden, CO
Skin Type:Dry
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
miracle in a bottle!
-09.09.12
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing
I could hardly believe it when I deplaned from an ovrenight flight and found my skin feeling soft, moisturized and dare I say, GLOWING! My husband, traveling with me, also commented without prompting that I looked good for an overnight flight. I put this on once we boarded, after using a nuetrogena makeup remover and then using a napkin with water to remove traces. My skin began to tingle a little (I have sensitve skin) but there was no redness at the time. When I woke up in Europe--what a suprise. I used this again when I returned home after a restless night with jet lag, SAME FAB RESULTS!
I highly recommend this product. Unlike other reiewers I liked the scent and for the results, the price was worth it.
+4points
4out of 4found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Issima Midnight Secret
lexieskrocki
Location:Reading, PA
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Light
Age:25-34
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
-05.17.11
Quick Take: non-oily
I didn't really like this product. It didn't notice any difference when I woke up. It was not worth it.
-1point
2out of 5found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Issima Midnight Secret
GaryMichael
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Awesome!
-05.12.10
Quick Take: non-oily, moisturizing, rest in a bottle
I was introduced to this when I was Counter Manager for Guerlain.....I swear by it and so does EVERY person I introduce it to. This product - as well as many others by Guerlain - is flippin amazing! It does everything it says it will - and that is rare in the world of cosmetics.
+3points
5out of 7found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Issima Midnight Secret
spooky
Location:Murrieta, CA
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Light
Age:45-54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Works wonders!
-05.07.10
Quick Take: non-oily, moisturizing, awesome!
I have been using Midnight Secret for years as a long haul travel staple. I fly to Europe and Asia often and this product put on before sleep or even just a nap makes my skin look refreshed, even if I am suffering from a serious lack of sleep! It also seems to speed breakouts to healing faster. I just love this and hope they never stop making it. Caution - not for daily use or your skin gets used to it and it doesn't have the same effect.
+8points
8out of 8found this review helpful.
Review 9 for Issima Midnight Secret
NanaHoney
Location:Newbury Park, California
Skin Type:Normal
Skin Tone:Light
Age:over 54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Not a secret anymore!!
-02.19.10
Quick Take: non-oily, moisturizing, exceptionally hydrating
This is the most amazing night treatment I have ever used. Since I was first introduced to this product over 10 years ago, I have never been disappointed with the results. It is worth the price. Do yourself a favor and try it.
+9points
10out of 11found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Issima Midnight Secret
lshcat
Location:Milwaukee, WI
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Medium
Age:35-44
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Midnight Secret has pros and cons
-11.17.09
Quick Take: non-oily, softening
As an insomniac, I was excited to try this product. It goes on very smoothly, makes your skin very soft, almost powdery. I did wake up pleasantly surprised. My face was clearer (not mottled or dull like it probably would have been otherwise) and softer, seemed plumper and more alive. Makeup seemed to go on better the next morning. (I did not wash it off, had showered the night before). I had to only give it a good rating instead of excellent due to the price and the scent. The scent is overwhelming, and I am not normally scent-sensitive. It reminded me of a cheap men's cologne. It was so strong that it did interfere with my ability to fall asleep. I got a slight headache even. And that is counter-productive with a 'sleepless skin' remedy! Overall though I would use it when I really needed to look my best in the morning. Guerlain produces some wonderful products.
+12points
13out of 14found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Issima Midnight Secret
Zinaida
Location:Brooklyn, New York
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Light
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Guerlain Issima Midnight Secret
-10.29.09
Quick Take: non-oily
I love all Guerlain product , they are really work
-5points
3out of 11found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Issima Midnight Secret
iloveu
Location:Love State
Skin Tone:Light
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Feels good, not sure if you'll wake up different
-07.31.09
Quick Take: moisturizing
i believe in a good night sleep
this thing wont work if you stay up at night, dont believe it !
it certainly feels good putting it on
-4points
4out of 12found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Issima Midnight Secret
didogirl
Location:CO
Skin Type:Dry
Skin Tone:Medium
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
-04.30.09
Quick Take: non-oily, moisturizing
I stay up very late and use it. The second day, my skin still looks good, even better than normal. It is very expensive, but I still like it.
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Issima Midnight Secret
makeupqueen12
Location:Detroit, MI
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Light
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Love it!
-04.29.09
Quick Take: moisturizing
Im so glad I discovered this product! I use it when I don't get enough sleep. Its so refreshing and hydrating on the skin, it gives me 8 hours of sleep.
+2points
4out of 6found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Issima Midnight Secret
Julietrocks
Location:Bellingham, WA
Skin Tone:Fair
Age:18-24
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Wonderful!
-02.10.09
Quick Take: non-oily, moisturizing
I bought this just for fun, and I am so grateful I did! It's amazing in every way! I use it every morning and my skin glows fabulously! People are always commenting on my lovely skin.
-3points
1out of 5found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Issima Midnight Secret
spooky
Location:Murrieta, CA
Skin Type:Combination
Skin Tone:Medium
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
The best stuff on earth
-11.25.08
Quick Take: non-oily, moisturizing, perfecting
12 hours sleep in a bottle!
-2points
2out of 6found this review helpful.