8 Reviews
- 감각있는꾀꼬리81192Nov 29, 2019 (UTC)Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsThe scent is bothersome. It smells like applying an old foundation tester.
TipFor combination skin, it's wise to apply only BB cream without cream on the T-zone. The oiliness that comes through later is probably due to my skin type.
- 그린티크림프라프치노Jul 26, 2017 (UTC)Combination Skin
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Cons1. Ingredients - Ha! I initially bought this at a skincare clinic where they said it was a regenerating BB cream safe to sleep in. Now that I've seen the ingredients, I won't be sleeping in it anymore. Oddly enough, I've never had any blemishes from it in over a decade of use. 2. It's quite thick, making it difficult to spread. 3. The scent isn't great.
TipSince it's quite thick to apply on its own, I always mix in a drop or two of face oil. Then I use one of those triangle-shaped things... a beauty blender? Whatever it's called, I pat it on, and it makes my skin look absolutely amazing.
- dbalsdk67Apr 15, 2016 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsIt's expensive, no doubt about that. The shipping takes a while too, and I'd prefer to use domestic cosmetics. The coverage is minimal, but that's fine for me since I have sensitive skin and don't like thick makeup. I just use this and add concealer where needed. I don't know how to apply heavy makeup anyway. Some say it contains harmful ingredients, but they don't seem to affect me much. The scent is peculiar - not exactly bad, but it's an ambiguous cosmetic smell that some might dislike. Don't be alarmed by the grayish tint when you first squeeze it out - it adjusts to your complexion when applied.
TipHere's a pro tip: take a short nap or bask in mild sunlight after application for a honey-like complexion. This might just be how my skin reacts though. Oh, and I'm not sure if everyone knows this, but it seems better to apply sunscreen after the BB cream. I used to use a watery one from Missha.
- 카미카미98Feb 28, 2016 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsI don't have super sensitive skin, so I didn't experience any blemishes. The scent is a bit off-putting though. Also, it lacks UV protection, so I had to apply sunscreen separately. I bought it thinking it was a product used for dermatological procedures, but now seeing the ingredients, I'm conflicted about what to do with it.
TipThe perfect BB cream for when you want to go out looking naturally bare-faced.
- a0163930703Jul 16, 2015 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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This review was written by The Hwahae Testers who received the product for free and evaluated it with a sense of representing Hwahae. The review is completely unbiased and honest, with no guidelines or restrictions. Reviews by The Hwahae Testers undergo the same strict verification process as regular reviews, and if they don't meet our standards, revisions will be requested.ProsI didn't buy the full-size product, but got a sample sachet with my Shu Uemura cream purchase: - Despite not being a beauty BB cream, it surprisingly offers decent, especially excellent redness-reducing, complexion-evening effects. - Creamy texture with okay pore coverage. - Despite various drawbacks and questionable ingredients, a plus is that it doesn't cause blemishes. - The unique finish, neither too hydrating nor drying, with a subtle glow, wasn't bad. - The 'wear-to-bed' claim in the ad is questionable. I wonder if it's really possible.
Cons- Dry, difficult application. Feels like forcefully applying a high SPF body sunscreen to your face. It's amazing how it even spreads. - Unforgivable scent. Like old, oily cosmetics? - Perhaps due to the smell, it feels heavy and stuffy to use. - Actually, didn't they also send an Alex Royal BB sample? I opened that first and threw it away thinking it had gone bad because of the smell. Only after opening this one did I realize it might be normal and tried it. - Evens skin tone to a uniform ashy color. - As you can see, it contains quite a few problematic ingredients. Even if it doesn't cause blemishes, there are no outstanding benefits, and I don't want to use it.
- angieeeApr 25, 2015 (UTC)Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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This review was written by The Hwahae Testers who received the product for free and evaluated it with a sense of representing Hwahae. The review is completely unbiased and honest, with no guidelines or restrictions. Reviews by The Hwahae Testers undergo the same strict verification process as regular reviews, and if they don't meet our standards, revisions will be requested.ProsNatural complexion correction. It gives your face a subtle glow when applied.
ConsThe scent is unpleasant. It tends to stick to hair a lot. The staying power is almost non-existent.
- ㅍㄷㅇMar 1, 2015 (UTC)Dry Skin
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ConsThe color is extremely dull and ashy. The coverage is so high that it might make your skin look cakey. The scent is overpowering. I was stunned when I looked at the ingredients! It seems to have the worst formulation among all the products I've researched here. So I immediately threw it away. I wonder why this was ever considered a good product...
TipDon't buy this! If you're looking for skin regeneration effects, either avoid BB creams altogether or invest in skincare products with good ingredients. Instead, opt for domestic BB creams or foundations that are much prettier in color and less expensive than this. It's such a waste of money. I'm usually not one to expect miracles from cosmetics, and I never think my skin will dramatically change just from using one product. But for the first time since I started buying cosmetics, I feel truly betrayed.
- dodbdFeb 20, 2015 (UTC)Oily SkinAcne Skinproduct.Atopy Skin
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This review was written by The Hwahae Testers who received the product for free and evaluated it with a sense of representing Hwahae. The review is completely unbiased and honest, with no guidelines or restrictions. Reviews by The Hwahae Testers undergo the same strict verification process as regular reviews, and if they don't meet our standards, revisions will be requested.ProsIt's perfect for a light application. Even though I have very oily skin, the staying power is quite impressive. The coverage is decent too. It would be ideal for those who prefer a matte finish.
ConsThe scent is... quite unpleasant. On the first day I used it, I couldn't get used to it. It felt like the smell was overwhelming, and it even gave me a headache.