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- Mai05Jan 19, 2023Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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Cons•Adherence When used after previous steps, it didn't adhere well and felt a bit like it was floating on top. This happened even though my skin isn't oily. •Absorption The advertisement claimed the small fat particles would absorb better, but the absorption wasn't as great as promised. There was also some slipperiness. •Longevity As mentioned before, the poor adherence meant the product didn't last as long on the skin. Those who spend a lot of time outdoors may want to keep this in mind. •Packaging Due to the product packaging, it was a bit difficult to use up all the cream, even with a spatula. (This was partly my own fault as I lost the spatula, making it harder to fully utilize the product.)
Tip•Since this product has a tendency to feel a bit floating on the skin, I'd recommend thoroughly completing the previous steps in your routine and using it, regardless of skin type. •Using it right after cleansing may be too much for the skin.
- 곰고미유Sep 3, 2020Dry Skin
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This review was written by a Hwahae Trial Reviewer 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. Trial Reviewers' reviews undergo the same strict verification process as regular reviews, and if they don't meet our standards, revisions will be requested.Pros1. Spreadability ☆☆☆☆☆ The cream has just the right viscosity - not too runny and with a good amount of thickness, so the spreadability is really nice. When I applied it on the back of my hand, it spread smoothly and evenly without clumping, and it didn't feel heavy or sticky. 2. Fragrance ☆☆☆☆ I don't really like strong fragrances, and this tone-up cream has a mild scent. It seems to have a subtle milky aroma, probably from the New Zealand goat milk used in the formula. It gives a gentle, natural and eco-friendly feel. 3. Cost-effectiveness ☆☆☆☆ Many tone-up creams with good ingredients tend to have small quantities and high prices. But the Tonymoly product has great ingredients while being more affordable, especially during sales. I've tried some expensive tone-up creams before, but I couldn't really tell the difference between them and this one. 4. Absorption (Body) ☆☆☆☆☆ This product is great for cost-effective body application, especially in the summer. It spreads well on the body and gets absorbed quickly, leaving my dry skin looking brighter and more even-toned. I use this product frequently.
Cons1. Absorption (Face) ☆☆☆ The main issue with tone-up creams is the tendency for whitening and patchiness. I've tried 3-4 different tone-up creams trying to find one without these problems, but it's really difficult. Without fail, I experience whitening on my face, even though it doesn't happen when I use it on my body. The whitening is about the same as with more expensive products, so I think it's better to just stick with this Tonymoly one. I'm really curious if there are any tone-up creams out there that don't cause any whitening at all. 2. Dryness After Use After using tone-up creams and cleansing my face, I tend to feel more dryness. This seems to be a common issue across the tone-up creams I've tried. However, the Tonymoly tone-up cream is the one that leaves the least amount of tightness and dryness for me. It seems to work well with my skin.
TipEven so, if I apply the tone-up cream right after cleansing and doing my basic skincare routine, the whitening effect seems to be reduced and the absorption is better. For people with oily skin, it seems to get absorbed well, but for those with dry skin like me, it's still a bit concerning.
- 달뱅이Dec 9, 2016Combination SkinAcne Skin
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ConsApply just a little. If you apply too much, it will make you look unnaturally pale. It washes off in water. It's not waterproof. The cosmetic store said you can even sleep with it on, like a sleeping cream... But I feel uneasy about that, so I only use it instead of makeup. It's not so much about lasting power, but more that it seems to fade over time. But it's not actually fading - it just gradually becomes more natural-looking, like BB cream darkening, to match my original skin tone.(Is it just me, since I have oily skin?)
TipApply it thinly. It can look cakey. I apply it without burden to my neck, the back of my neck, and right under my ears. This is because the stark skin tone difference can be noticeable if you're not already very fair-skinned, so it's best to apply it all over. You can also mix it with lotion or BB cream. But if you mix it in advance, it becomes a bit watery. So mixing it each time is probably best. I'll buy it again when there's a 1+1 deal.