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Jurlique Herbal Recovery Gel

What it is:A potent botanical antiaging concentrate.What it is formulated to do:Jurlique's Herbal Recovery Gel restores, firms, hydrates, and revitalizes the skin to minimize the visible signs of aging. With its rich infusion of herbs and precious plant oils, this expert treatment will bring out your skin's most youthful glow.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Petro-ChemicalsWhat else you need to know:Use this concentrate daily for the best results.
Average Rating:
4.252 out of 5
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Review 1 for Herbal Recovery Gel
Anonymous
Skin Type:Combination
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
LOVE!
-06.17.13
Quick Take: hydrating
Love this product for my sensitive/combination skin. It is perfect for summertime when heavy moisturizer is not required. Though it contains plant oils, it dries matte. It works like a primer, creating a smooth, dewey surface for sunscreen/makeup.
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Review 2 for Herbal Recovery Gel
zingara84
Location:Shanghai
Skin Type:Oily
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Miss this product so much!
-06.07.13
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing, brightening, firming, smoothing, fresh
I used this daily for several months last year before moving overseas, and I have to say, I STILL miss this product. Where I'm living now (China), it's available in department stores and Jurlique shops, but the price over there is more than double what you'd pay in the U.S. Can't afford it. BUT I'll explain why I still miss this product: I used to have horrible adult-onset acne. Furthermore, I have really fair skin with dark circles and a proneness to redness across the nose. This product is phenomenal. It evened out my skin tone, made the texture of my face unbelievably soft, seemed to firm everything, did not irritate my sensitive skin at all, and made makeup go on beautifully. I also feel like it helped blemishes heal faster (at least the red marks they would leave would fade faster).
I've tried other moisturizers since then. Origin, Korres, Dermalogica, but nothing comes even close to comparing to this. I'm honestly shocked that some people have recently given this bad reviews. It has a medicinal smell, yes, but you can also certainly smell the rose, and the herbal/medicinal smell fades quickly. And yes, the product is runny, but it is a *serum.* A serum isn't supposed to go on like a mousse or a paste. It is a liquid. And what's particularly awesome about this is that, while it helps keep skin hydrated in winter, it's also AMAZING come summer, because it's not too heavy, and there's absolutely nothing greasy about this at all.
It does what it claims to do. And then some. And it's true; you don't need more than one pump to treat your whole face.
Yes, it's a splurge. But it's absolutely worth the money. You'll get so many compliments. And you will seriously see your complexion smooth out and brighten in just days. That's what sold me on it; I saw drastic improvements before I even finished the tiny sample packet Sephora had sent me once upon a time. I bought the 1 oz. size within weeks.
Okay, I'm done reminiscing here. Reeeeally wish I could use this product again. I looked so much brighter, healthier, younger. Try it. I can't imagine you'd be disappointed, but Sephora has an awesome return policy, so you lose nothing by trying. This is incredible stuff.
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Review 3 for Herbal Recovery Gel
omoshiroi
Location:Pollock Pines CA
Skin Type:Combination
Age:over 54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
silky balm
-06.07.13
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing, lovely light scent
Light, pleasant fragrance. A few drops moisturize my entire face. This is my second purchase. I apply it at night usually.
Gentle, effective moisturizer.
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Review 4 for Herbal Recovery Gel
Leo41
Location:Blue Ridge Mts
Skin Type:Combination
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Love this product!
-05.06.13
Quick Take: hydrating, smells great!, refreshing
I've been using the herbal recovery gel for about 3 weeks now, and I've been getting so many compliments on how "creamy" and "dewy" my skin looks. It's very light, but provides a nice boost of moisture without being greasy or heavy. Combined with a good skin primer over top of this gel, it's a winning combo!! I just wish it wasn't so expensive.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Herbal Recovery Gel
desirea
Location:Silver Spring, MD
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
-01.03.13
From a pale, sensitive skinned, 28 yr olds perspective, this stuff is great. Doesnt clog pores, soo lightweight, day or night. One little pump is all you need, maybe 2 for the whole face AND neck. My skin feels SO soft and hydrated after having this for about a month now. Will buy again and it will be a staple in my regimen.
+4points
4out of 4found this review helpful.
Review 6 for Herbal Recovery Gel
ellestew
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Slin calming!
-12.02.12
I used the sample packet that was sent to me for three days, and on day two I was already able to skip foundation which is something I'm never able to do. I love the non greasy moisture that Philosophy's when hope is not enough imparted, but Jurlique actually made my face better and got rid of all my redness! I'm sold. I honestly expected the gel to do nothing, so was I shocked at the results! I just wish they sold bigger sizes, but you need so little product that the price really isn't terrible. Only 4 stars for now until I can do a more full review later.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Herbal Recovery Gel
hpotter
Location:Tampa, FL
Skin Type:Normal
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Amazing product!!!
-11.20.12
Quick Take: hydrating, exfoliating
I received a sample size of this product and I liked the way it smelled and made my skin feel, so I decided to take the leap and purchase the full size. I'm so happy I did! I've been using it consistently for 5 days and I'm already starting to see results. My coworkers noticed something different about my skin and said it looked brighter and glowy. I, too, have seen a noticeable improvement in my skin's tone and texture. However, I find that I need to use a light moisturizer in conjunction with this gel sometimes because it's not all that moisturizing. Overall though, it's a great product!
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 8 for Herbal Recovery Gel
LaNinaWildWmn
Location:NY, NY
Skin Type:Normal
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Smells so good...
-09.02.12
Quick Take: hydrating
this gel smells like luscious rose and herbaceous-ness...feels amazing (cooling) when applied and is as light as silk. naturally luxurious.
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Review 9 for Herbal Recovery Gel
MelanieJ77
Location:Indianapolis, IN
Skin Type:Combination
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Slight Face Lift and Moisture all in one
-08.23.12
Quick Take: hydrating, firming, brightens skin tone
I've tried all kinds of moisturizers, eye creams, anti-aging serums, but this product is everything in one. After washing my face this is the only product I use under makeup. It instantly tightens and brightens skin without any irritation. Its worth the money!
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Herbal Recovery Gel
alice12345
Location:Bowie, MD
Age:over 54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Love it!
-08.09.12
This gel hydrates wonderfully. As it dries, it seems to tighten my skin - not an unpleasant feeling at all, just firmer. In my area's high humidity summer, I use this gel by itself without additional moisturizer. It feels good all day. It also has a great herbal scent.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Herbal Recovery Gel
niconico
Location:Atlanta, GA
Skin Type:Dry
Age:18-24
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Smells too strong
-08.05.12
As soon as I put this on my face I immediately rushed to take it off. It did not work for my sensitive skin at all.
+1point
2out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Herbal Recovery Gel
ABatch28
Location:Randleman, NC
Skin Type:Combination
Age:25-34
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Yuck!
-07.28.12
I received this as a sample and will never buy the full sized product. It has a horrible smell and texture. It's incredibly runny. Worst product I've tried from Sephora!
-8points
1out of 10found this review helpful.
Review 13 for Herbal Recovery Gel
evilelf
Location:Rural Hall, NC
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Great gel
-07.28.12
Light non-greasy gel. Absorbs very quickly and seems to be effectively holding the crow's feet at bay. Smells fresh too!
+3points
3out of 3found this review helpful.
Review 14 for Herbal Recovery Gel
today23
Location:Denver, CO
Skin Type:Combination
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Fresh Scent & Hydrating
-07.26.12
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing
Smells fresh and natural. Nicely hydrating and did not make me break out. Fine lines seemed soothed, but only temporarily. Love the lack of synthetics. I'm not sure I'd buy again. If I did, I would use this as an everyday moisturizer, but not as a treatment.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Herbal Recovery Gel
pastryqueen
Location:Austin, TX
Skin Type:Normal
Age:over 54
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Smells great
-07.21.12
Quick Take: deliciously fragrant, too expensive
I received this as a sample and adore! the smell. It felt good on the skin and I did not experience any stickiness as others have stated. I would purchase this product for the way it made me feel good to put the product on and experience the fragrance. However, $48.00 is a little too much to,just smell the roses.
+2points
2out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Herbal Recovery Gel
Corianderseed
Location:Williamstown, WV
Skin Type:Normal
Age:25-34
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
-07.09.12
I didn't experience tingling or stickiness like some of the other reviewers but I couldn't get past the heavy rose smell. Ick.
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Review 17 for Herbal Recovery Gel
carabara
Location:Washington, DC
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
I'm a Fan
-07.05.12
Quick Take: hydrating, refreshing, firming
Okay, from looking at the reviews people either love this stuff or they hate it....well, I love it. It gave my skin a dewy complexion and I love the smell. I have extremely senstive skin and eczema and this did not burn or break me out in hives......dang Sephora and their addictive little samples...now I'm forced to buy the full sized bottle of this stuff because it's so awesome!!
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
Review 18 for Herbal Recovery Gel
missc25
Location:Saint Louis, MO
Skin Type:Oily
Age:25-34
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
Eeek
-06.28.12
Quick Take: sticky
I honestly don't ever write bad reviews - but this stuff didn't work for me at all. It doesn't absorb completely into the skin and leaves a sticky residue, and the smell is awful. It reminds me of my grandmothers perfume. No thanks! This might work for someone with really dry skin.
0points
1out of 2found this review helpful.
Review 19 for Herbal Recovery Gel
lojo90
Location:Jax, FL
Skin Type:Combination
Age:18-24
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Smells like an Old Ladies perfume
-06.26.12
I had several problems with this product, the first being the smell. It is so pungent I was tempted to not use it. Smells strongly of rosey florally type perfume. Second problem I has was with how runny the product is. When I applied the product to my face it stung a little and I got red splotched on my forehead. My face felt firmer almost immediately, then the product started to flake and about an hour later my face felt more oily than normal. I thought ok, new product maybe my face just need time to adjust. Nope, used it for a week and had the same problems. My face did not feel hydrated or firm.
0points
0out of 0found this review helpful.
Review 20 for Herbal Recovery Gel
carolinedb
Location:Canton, GA
Skin Type:Oily
Age:18-24
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Beautiful!
-06.21.12
Quick Take: hydrating, moisturizing, smells wonderful, soothing, tingly
I got a sample of this, so while I can't say anything about the long term benefits (which is why I gave 4 stars), this product was an absolute treat to use. It smells gorgeous, has a nice texture, and is very soothing (though slightly tingly) on the skin. I'm in love!
0points
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