I wiped this across my cheek and genuinely smelled like I’d spilled a rosé on a napkin. It’s pleasant — until you realize you’re walking around with fermented grape juice on your jawline.
The real test: does it actually exfoliate, or is this just a scented wet wipe with a glow-up?
It’s a double-sided gauze pad soaked in a wine-infused serum. $28 for 30 pads, and the brand claims it “gently resurfaces” without that tight, stripped feeling.
Textured Gauze Side
Rough enough to feel something, but not aggressive — think sugar scrub, not sandpaper.
Smooth Side
For patting in leftover serum. Feels like a waste, honestly. Just use your hands.
The Wine Thing
Resveratrol is the star, but the scent is the real sell. It’s novel, not necessary.
Photo: Poko Skincare / Unsplash
Resveratrol is the antioxidant here, but it’s not a miracle worker. The real heavy lifting comes from the gentle physical exfoliation and a few hydrating humectants. The wine is more for vibes than visible results.
- Resveratrol: Antioxidant protection, but low concentration
- Glycerin: Keeps skin from feeling raw
- Panthenol: Calms irritation
- Alcohol Denat.: Yes, it’s in there — drying if you overuse
First swipe: wet, silky, and surprisingly pleasant. Then it dries — and your face feels like you forgot to rinse off a syrup. Not tacky in a cute way. Just… sticky.
By week two, I noticed less texture on my chin. Week three? My pores looked cleaner, but the stickiness never went away. I started rinsing after — and it worked better.
My skin felt smoother, but not transformed. Pores looked slightly smaller. No breakouts, no irritation — but also no glow-up worth writing home about. It’s a good product for a specific moment, not a routine staple.
It’s valid for the experience, not the results. If you want a fun, gentle exfoliant that smells great, go for it. If you want actual resurfacing, spend your money on a lactic acid serum.