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Perricone MD Intensive Pore Minimizer
What it is:A unique, potent, multifunctional formula designed to address enlarged pores caused by active oil glands, dirt, wax, or chronological aging.What it is formulated to do:This expert formula reduces the appearance of enlarged pores, helping to keep them purified, refined, and smooth. It balances oil and delivers a matte finish. Delicate exfoliation resurfaces skin and normalizes oil while Alpha Lipoic Acid improves resilience, tone, and texture. A dose of DMAE counters loss of elasticity while minimizing the appearance of enlarged pores. Salicylic acid removes dead skin cells, dirt, and oil that can clog and stretch pores. A proprietary mineral complex imparts tighter, smoother, more vibrant skin.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- PhthalatesResearch results:In user studies:Instantly:- 93% reported their skin had a fresh, matte finish.- 90% reported that pores looked and felt tighter.- 85% reported that their skin looked less oily and shiny.After 4 weeks of use:- 98% reported that their skin had a fresh matte finish.- 95% reported that this product helped balance their oil production.- 95% reported that their pores looked and felt tighter; less stretched out.- 93% reported that their skin was shine-free at the end of the day.- 80% noticed an increase in firmness of their skin.
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Review 1 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
Effective, BUT...
-06.15.13
Quick Take: non-drying, pore minimizing
I love this toner, and use up a bottle about once a year. The reason why I don't use this regularly is because my skin seems to acclimate to this pretty quickly, that by the time I'm finishing the bottle, there doesn't seem to be any more improvement in my skin. Generally, experts say to mix up your skincare routine to avoid your skin getting acclimated, and I only really understood that when I started to use this toner. It definitely is a pore minimizer, it doesn't strip the skin of moisture and tightening it, and it really does work. I just wish that it consistently worked well for me.
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Review 3 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
Just try it...
-06.09.13
Quick Take: refreshing, acne treating, non-drying
Like many of you, I was referred to this product by the sales clerk after complaining about my large pores and acne...I was very hesitant of buying it because of the hefty price tag since I'm use to drug store prices. Therefore, I did read the reviews on here first. After thinking about the price and the reviews for a few days, I figured what the heck...Sephora has a great return policy the worst thing that can happen is I don't like it and I return it. In addition to this, I have done enough research to know that you really can't get rid of your large pores on your face, but you can tighten it with (toner) products. Therefore, please don't buy this product thinking your large pores are going to be airbrushed away like with photo shop. However, this product will leave your pores clean, tighten, and improve the texture of your skin. It will also leave a shine free matte look after use. While using this product I also noticed my skin was tighter (but not dry) and the product did not sting my sensitive skin. In addition, I also noticed no more acne! My face became a clean slate after using it day and night only after a week. However, this product does have a strange mineral earthy smell to it, but its not like your suppose to sip this stuff down as if its cough medicine. The smell and price is a very small trade off for beautiful skin.
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Review 4 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
Pretty good but...
-06.05.13
Quick Take: non-drying, refreshing
Yes I do like this product...my face looks and feels better immediately after I use it, not too tight but matte and refreshed. I haven't ever felt any burning or had any dryness after using this product. I've been using it for about a month and haven't really noticed much difference in my skin other than immediately after use. The smell is pretty bad, almost a fishy smell, but not so bad that I don't want to use the product and the smell goes away after I use my serum and moisturizer. Overall I'm glad I tried it, but I don't think I'll repurchase because I can't justify spending that much on a product that's not amazing.
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Review 5 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
MariRamirez
Location:Philadelphia, PA
Pores?
-05.24.13
Quick Take: refreshing, acne treating, non-drying
I will repurchase this product! This product minimized my pores after 4 applications (I use it in the morning and at night).
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Review 6 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
two products
-05.16.13
Quick Take: refreshing, feel it working
I use this and Perricone MD High Potency Amine Complex Face lift. People noticed and said something to me at about 3 weeks. That really works!
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Review 7 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
Immediate results within 5-20 mins.
-05.09.13
Quick Take: fast-acting
I don't like things that only work if you use them ongoingly, but this definitely aids pore-size reduction and tightens the skin. It CAN sting if you're sensitive but it doesn't burn or hurt that much. It's worth trying!
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Review 8 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
Disappointed
-05.07.13
Quick Take: disappointing
I had such high hopes for this product especially after talking to the sales clerk. Unfortunately, this product hasn't lived up to it's claim. Although my face does feel cleaner after using the pore minimizer, nothing has changed in regard to the size of my pores. In fact my pores still look clogged which bothers my a lot.
I will be trying another product next time.
I will be trying another product next time.
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Review 10 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
Pretty amazing
-05.04.13
Quick Take: refreshing, non-drying
Im African American and im always scared to try products because of how oily and sensitive my skin is. This product took some time getting used to but it works. It also helped to lighten my cellphone side burns, I hate that the left side of my face is so dark. I only use it at night because it caused me some redness but it goes away in an hour. I love it, no more shine! My pores are pores not craters anymore. Just wish it were a spray bottle.
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Review 11 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
No more pores
-04.20.13
Quick Take: wonderful
If you want to help see your pores go away, then this is a must in your beauty routine. Well worth the money. Tried so many others, but none do the job as well!
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Review 12 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
-04.08.13
Quick Take: fresh
Not a miracle product which i thought. I started to use it 2 weeks ago. Maybe it's early to decide but i can't see any difference. I hope i'll see it soon:)
Anyways, it actually creates a matte and fresh feeling for one or two hours.
Not drying or stretching. Just i hope i'll see effectiveness soon.
Anyways, it actually creates a matte and fresh feeling for one or two hours.
Not drying or stretching. Just i hope i'll see effectiveness soon.
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Review 13 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
mari148
Location:Duncombe, Iowa
Age:over 54
It works!
-04.03.13
The Pore Minimizer seems to be working to make my large pores smaller. It does not clog pores like some other products that I have used to minimize pores on my face. I have always had large pores that collect material over time and Intensive Pore Minimizer by Perricone MD is doing a great job.
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Review 14 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
Okay, but not quite worth the price
-04.02.13
Quick Take: soft skin, expensive
This product was okay. I think you can't really use this if you're still fighting acne, it just doesn't really do anything. My skin was a little softer maybe? But I still had breakouts, so it didn't really matter. Not sure why a sephora rep recommended this to me. I'll try to use it once I have my breakouts gone.
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Review 15 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
great job on minimizing pores
-04.02.13
Quick Take: non-drying, pore minimizing
started using this about a year ago. really like what it's done for my skin. it is fairly expensive, wish it lasted longer too. but it works really well.
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Review 16 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
Visible difference
-03.30.13
Quick Take: effective powerful
ive been trying masks and micodermebrasions and nothing worked as fast and as effectively as this product. there is a dramatic difference when i apply my makeup. My skin is cleaner and tighter, more smooth. I recommend this to anyone.
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Review 17 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
-03.29.13
I've been using this religiously for about 3 weeks, morning and night. I have _not_ noticed a difference in my oil production or pore size. I don't have acne or problem skin by any means, but am unhappy with the size of my pores, especially on my nose. I was hoping the Salicylic acid would be effective, but it's simply not working.
The formula is refreshing, and my skin feels invigorated after applying it, but I wouldn't say it's any different than a drug store astringent or toner. If you do decide to buy this product, make sure to shake it like mad before applying - there's quite a bit of separation if the product sits too long. Overall I'm disappointed given the manufacturer claims and cost.
The formula is refreshing, and my skin feels invigorated after applying it, but I wouldn't say it's any different than a drug store astringent or toner. If you do decide to buy this product, make sure to shake it like mad before applying - there's quite a bit of separation if the product sits too long. Overall I'm disappointed given the manufacturer claims and cost.
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Review 18 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
Okay product, smells terrible
-03.26.13
This product is just okay, especially considering the price. I did notice that my pores were less clogged but I haven't noticed a decrease in pore size. One major issue is that it smells terrible, sometimes even a little fishy. I will finish what I have but won't be buying again.
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Review 19 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
Absolutely amazing
-03.22.13
Quick Take: non-drying, acne treating, minimizes pores
I was weary of purchasing this at first because I thought it was pretty expensive, but I decided to give it a try after my mom insisted. I've been using it day and night for about two weeks and I've noticed a world of difference in my skin. My pores were hugely visible before and they never really looked clean- especially around my nose-- now my pores are clean and so tiny- you can barely see them. The woman at Sephora also told me this toner helps to remove that waxy type stuff in your pores- at first I didn't realize what she was talking about-- but when I was able to extract them EASILY, I knew. Love this toner, will definitely continue to buy.
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Review 20 for Intensive Pore Minimizer
Cleans well
-03.21.13
Quick Take: non-drying
Pros: This toner helps removing makeup residues or dirt. Non drying
Cons: For sensitive skin and prone to acne, it doesn't do much to minimize the pore sizes or reduce clogging.
Take away: Probably works better for more mature skin.
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