AMOREPACIFIC Vintage Single Extract Essence for sensitive skin
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- HighNormal Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for sensitive skin; a few serums fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with sensitive skin: redness, stinging, and reactions to new products. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Highly suitable for your normal skin and addresses redness and irritation due to the high concentration of Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, which provides excellent antioxidant protection and soothes inflammation.
- Glycerin further enhances humectant action, ensuring your skin remains hydrated and comfortable.
- The product is safe for your sensitive skin, with no risks of irritation from harsh or prohibited ingredients.
How to apply
- Use your serum in the PM routine, starting 3 times a week before building up to daily use if your skin is happy.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toning, but before putting on your moisturizer for the best results.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and wait a minute ⏱ for it to soak in.
- Since your skin is sensitive and easily irritated, apply the serum on completely dry skin to help keep it calm.
- Always do a patch test before your first use and avoid getting the serum too close to your eyes .
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 200+ reviewsThis essence is highly regarded for its ability to deeply hydrate and refine skin texture, leading to a "glass skin" appearance for many users. It is also frequently noted for its effectiveness in calming redness and soothing irritation. However, the high price point is a significant concern for some, particularly those who did not observe substantial anti-aging benefits.
Highlights
Extremely expensive Mostly Mentioned
- “Ridiculously expensive”
- “Price is sure to give sticker shock”
- “Intimidated by the price point”
Deeply hydrating Often Mentioned
- “Skin feels instantly more refreshed”
- “Ultra thirst-quenching for the face”
- “Maintained hydration for a long time”
Improves texture Often Mentioned
- “Skin is softer, plumper”
- “Makes makeup go on like warm butter”
- “Visibly improves skin texture and tone”
Lightweight absorption Often Mentioned
- “Absorbs instantly for refreshing hydration”
- “Does not leave behind sticky residue”
- “Perfect base for serums”
Calms redness Sometimes Noted
- “Lessens the red appearance”
- “Skin always feels calm and soft”
- “Soothes visible redness”
Lack of visible results Sometimes Noted
- “Not seen any changes at all”
- “Expecting magic... didn't get that”
- “More calming than clearing”
Packaging issues Rarely Noted
- “Heavy glass bottle”
- “Dispensing can be tricky”
- “Hard to get product out”
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Questions and answers
What makes AmorePacific Vintage Single Extract Essence a great fit for sensitive skin?
AmorePacific Vintage Single Extract Essence is a great fit because it contains a high concentration of Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, which soothes redness and irritation while calming sensitive skin. It also has glycerin to keep your skin hydrated and comfortable, and it is made without harsh ingredients so it has a safe and gentle profile.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2001Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Which ingredients make this essence a good fit for sensitive skin?
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract makes this essence a great fit by soothing redness, easing irritation, and calming inflammation. Glycerin also helps by keeping your skin hydrated and comfortable.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2001Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Green Tea Extract do for sensitive skin?
Green tea extract is generally safe and well tolerated, and it may help calm redness and soothe irritation in sensitive skin. Because sensitive skin requires gentle care, this ingredient works best when paired with soothing agents and barrier-supporting lipids to keep the skin calm and comfortable.
Toxicological Research, 2012International Immunopharmacology, 2008
What does Propanediol do for sensitive skin?
Propanediol helps increase skin hydration and keeps the skin barrier strong, which is especially helpful for keeping sensitive skin feeling calm and smooth. It has a very safe profile and is unlikely to cause irritation when applied to the skin.
Where does this essence go in a skincare routine for sensitive skin?
This treatment goes in the evening routine after your soothing toner and before your moisturizer. Treatments with active ingredients are placed in the evening for simplicity and extra safety around sun exposure.
Can I use this essence with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this essence with retinol by applying it in your PM routine after cleansing and toning, followed by your moisturizer. This routine helps soothe your skin and keeps it comfortable while you use active ingredients.
How often should I use this essence?
You can use this treatment in the evening as part of your routine. It is safe for sensitive skin and helps soothe irritation and redness while keeping your skin hydrated and comfortable.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2001Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Can this essence clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for sensitive skin?
This essence is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for sensitive skin because it is free of heavy, pore-clogging oils and harsh ingredients. Its soothing green tea extract and hydrating glycerin help keep skin calm and comfortable without causing irritation.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2001Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What the research says
Application of green tea extracts on normal human skin resulted in dose-dependent inhibition of UV-evoked erythema, reduced sunburn cells, protected Langerhans cells, and decreased UV-induced DNA damage compared to untreated UV-exposed skin.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2001Topical application of (-)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) to human skin before UV irradiation decreases UV-induced production of hydrogen peroxide by 68-90% and nitric oxide by 30-100%, inhibits leukocyte infiltration and lipid peroxidation by 41-84%, and restores glutathione levels and glutathione peroxidase activity compared to UV exposure alone.
Carcinogenesis, 2001Topical low-dose green tea extract reduces UVB-induced p53 expression and apoptosis in human skin keratinocytes compared to placebo.
Experimental Dermatology, 2009A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Applying a lotion containing probiotic ferment lysate VHProbi® Mix R for 30 days significantly decreased transepidermal water loss and skin redness while significantly increasing skin moisturization compared to baseline in participants with sensitive skin.
Scientific Reports, 2023Topical green tea extract significantly improved clinical symptoms, tear breakup times, and meibomian gland health compared to standard treatment in patients with dry eye and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2017An anti-acne hydrogel containing Aloe barbadensis, Garcinia mangostana, and Camellia sinensis extracts showed superior antiacne and antiblotch activities compared to 1% clindamycin gel in sixty subjects with mild-moderate acne.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019Topical application of green tea extract encapsulated chitosan microparticles improved skin elasticity, melanin index, and facial wrinkles compared to a placebo in female volunteers without causing skin irritation.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical application of 1,3-propanediol at various concentrations, alone or combined with butylene glycol and/or glycerol, increased skin hydration and reduced trans epidermal water loss in 30 healthy female subjects over an 8-hour period, with the 15% concentration and the addition of glycerol providing greater benefits.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2024A mixture of propanediol, xylitol, and caprylic acid demonstrated in vitro antimicrobial activity against C. acnes and S. aureus, reduced 5-alpha reductase expression, and decreased skin oiliness, porphyrin, and inflammatory lesions in participants over 28 days.
Molecules, 2021Sustainable cosmetic products formulated with renewable PDO-based emulsifiers showed equivalent performance in sensory and moisturization evaluations compared to those formulated with petroleum-derived PEG-based emulsifiers.
Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2017The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012Topical application of Epidermidibacterium Keratini EPI-7 ferment filtrate improved skin barrier function, elasticity, dermal density, and modulated skin microbiome diversity compared to a placebo in Asian women.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2023Topical application of 1.0% Lactobacillus ferment from jojoba cake significantly increased skin collagen fluorescence compared to baseline and placebo cream over 56 days in 46 individuals.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026Applying a topical lotion containing Lactiplantibacillus plantarum VHProbi® E15 ferment lysate significantly improved acne lesions, decreased transepidermal water loss, and reduced sebum production in subjects with mild-to-moderate acne compared to baseline over 4 weeks.
Frontiers in Medicine, 2022
Ingredients
Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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