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- 선애입니다Jan 17, 2023Dry SkinSensitive Skinproduct.Atopy Skin
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ConsDownside 1/ Price As a toner-like product that we use daily, it's not exactly cheap It's much more affordable than the Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum I used before, but still... Downside 2/ Glass bottle is heavy Personally I love glass packaging, but some may find the weight to be a downside
TipTip 1/ Use it as a mask On days when your skin feels rough, even after cleansing, you still feel like there's some buildup, soak a cotton pad generously with this and lay it on your cheeks and forehead for about 5 minutes, like a mask. It helps with exfoliation and soothing. Tip 2/ Get it a bit cheaper You can purchase it in a set with the Radiance Serum on home shopping channels, or buy a 3-bottle set to get a better price Personally, I really love this product, so if you're concerned about dullness, I'd recommend giving it a try Wishing you all a happy new year! 😍
- 뭉찌사랑Aug 14, 2021Combination Skin
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Cons1. Applying it just once leaves a drying feeling, and it will likely be quite drying in the winter. 2. The scent may be divisive, but personally, I didn't find it unbearable. 3. I used it right after cleansing instead of toner, and after using it for about 3 days, I developed a lot of small pimple breakouts all over. I felt a slight stinging sensation right after applying it, but I didn't think much of it. However, when I looked in the mirror a few days later before bed, my face was flushed, as if I had been drinking. I developed a lot of yellow, pus-filled bumps, and the heat sensation persisted. Since this was the only new product I had introduced, I stopped using it. A similar product that caused me bumps and heat was the Derma Ampoule, and it turns out they both contain the allergenic ingredient Linalool. While not definitive, those who don't do well with fermented skincare should be cautious. The texture did make my skin feel smoother, so it could be good for consistent use, but it's unfortunate that it didn't work for me.
TipLayering it a couple times helps reduce the dryness
- 보라빛작약Jul 28, 2021수부지Sensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Cons💦Price: I order it when it's on sale on home shopping channels. It's a bit burdensome to buy at the regular price.💦💦
Tip👍It's good to just pat it on with your hands, but I like to apply it with a cotton pad first to help with exfoliation, and then pat it on with my hands for an extra boost of hydration and glow! 👍Do you use the Caudalie essence? Using them together amplifies the boosting effect!!!!!💕💕💕🙆
- khw6748Feb 18, 2021Normal Skin
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ConsThe fragrance is a bit strange.. I've used the SK-II Facial Treatment Essence for several bottles, but for some reason I couldn't get used to this one ㅠㅠ But the good thing is that the slightly unpleasant scent dissipates quickly ㅎㅎㅎ
- 상큼한하늘Nov 11, 2020Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsThe fragrance is disappointing... It would be better if it were fragrance-free. But you get used to it as you use it.
TipIf you diligently pat it in and form a protective layer with the cream before it's fully absorbed, the moisturizing effect will last a very long time.
- 혼디니짱Mar 12, 2019Oily SkinAcne 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.ProsExcellent exfoliating power! Although my skin is sensitive, exfoliation is necessary... or when the morning face wash is burdensome and I want to cleanse the impurities, this is great to use. With consistent use, my skin becomes brighter and the texture improves. The generous amount is a plus.
ConsThe disappointing aspect of Caudalie is... the constant odor. It has a more unpleasant, musty smell compared to the Radiance Serum.
TipUsing it together with a tissue-type cotton pad (like a Sirocotto) is gentle and nice.
- wissJun 20, 2018Combination SkinSensitive 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.ProsI apply it by cleansing my skin and layering it on thinly about three times. After about a week, my skin texture has become much smoother, and after around a month, my skin tone has become a bit brighter.
ConsThere's a smell like rotten grapes. It's kind of like the smell of Coke, but the fragrance isn't great.