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** Cica Barrier Bio Repair Ampoule ** I'm sharing this review after winning The Hwahae Testers selection! I've always been really interested in skincare and cosmetics, and I'm actually a certified custom cosmetics formulation manager working at a dermatology clinic, so here's my honest take! Container - It's a spray pump bottle, but instead of spraying widely, it dispenses in a narrow, targeted stream like a regular pump. I love this! Formula - The formula is watery with no viscosity, so it makes sense that it's in a narrow-spray container. It's like a milky water texture, and as you massage it in, it starts to feel tacky and bouncy. I can feel it getting thicker as the warmth builds up from rubbing it in. Scent - The fragrance is honestly subjective, but it's not particularly aromatic. It's not unpleasant either, but it feels almost unscented? Kind of in between... Hydration - I don't recommend using this alone! It doesn't actually infuse hydration into your skin. The tacky, bouncy feeling suggests it works by layering to create a moisture barrier that prevents water loss rather than adding moisture directly. Barrier improvement - After application, there's a slight feeling of being coated or sealed with a protective layer. It doesn't feel thick or heavy, and it's not an oily film—it's more like a protective covering. If this effect is maintained, it seems to really protect your skin barrier. Soothing and redness relief - Honestly, it's hard to feel immediate results in this area. There is a slight calming effect after application, but if you're expecting dramatic redness reduction, you might be disappointed. Bouncy glow feeling - Excellent! Thumbs up! Conclusion - If you're looking for an essence that gives you that bouncy, plump feeling, you'll definitely be satisfied. However, I'd recommend using a hydrating ampoule first before applying this product. I personally apply a hydrating ampoule first, then layer this product twice. Since it's been dry lately, I finish with a thin layer of La Roche-Posay Cica cream on top.

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I've been using this for about three months and it applies smoothly with great absorption. At first, I got some blemishes from applying too much, but once I used the right amount, everything was fine.

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For combination dehydrated skin, this product delivers exactly the hydration you need without any greasy or heavy feeling, leaving your skin feeling fresh and clean. It's perfect for layering other products on top!