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- 솜사탕구리탕Apr 22, 2025Oily SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThe pungent smell haha I usually apply the skin with my hands and wrap my face with the palm heat to absorb it.. The faint pungent smell also remains on my hands! No intention to repurchase! I can't really find any good points that justify the price!
- S2초록초록S2Sep 24, 2024Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThe fragrance is a bit lacking. I can't quite describe it, but it has a sort of stale smell to it. However, the functionality is reliable, so I continue to use it despite the fragrance.
- 리아김Oct 25, 2023Normal SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsI was surprised by the reviews mentioning the unpleasant fragrance, and the lingering scent is indeed not that great. The initial scent is a refreshing cucumber or aqua-like fragrance that matches the packaging, but if you sniff it closely, there is an unpleasant note. However, if you're not sensitive to fragrances, it's not a big deal. Given the relatively high price range, I can't use it as freely as I'd like. And the watery texture means it gets used up quickly, making me even more hesitant to use it generously.
Tip🔅For those sensitive to fermented cosmetics, be sure to do a patch test. 🔅I always forget, but you should shake it well before use to ensure the life plankton ingredients are activated. 🔅Although it has a watery texture, it doesn't get absorbed immediately after application. It's better to wait a bit for it to fully absorb before applying a cream.
- 블링알Sep 6, 2023Dry SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThe scent is a bit unfamiliar to me. :( You have to shake it well before using it.
TipYou should always apply it using a cotton pad.
- 마크리에옹Jan 27, 2023Dry SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThe smell... I think it's because of the plankton After applying it on my face, there's a slightly musty odor ㅠㅠㅠ Like soybean paste smell...? The smell is not something I can tolerate, and the effectiveness is... not great...
- 약한진디38189869Jan 24, 2023Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsThe fragrance is disappointing. It's a bit inconvenient to use since it's not a pump type.
- bbaeyjDec 5, 2022Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsJust... the scent... is really not good :( I'm not sure what the scent is, but it's kind of off-putting to me
- 심플한피라미279824Nov 29, 2022Combination SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThe smell is a bit unpleasant, but it gets better as you continue using it.
- 차분한딕딕영양89542Jun 30, 2022Combination 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.ProsIt has a lightweight, toner-like texture that's easy to apply.
ConsThe smell is a bit unpleasant. And the price is high, but it's quite runny, which is a bit of a waste.
- AngzzMay 14, 2022Combination 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.ProsSince my skin is sensitive, I am patting the Natto essence into my skin with my hands. I was initially unsure if patting this essence, which is not a toner but an essence, would be effective, but as I continued using it, my skin has been improving so much! When I dispense it onto my hands and apply it to my face, it absorbs quickly at first. Layering it helps me achieve more hydration as well. Definitely, the essence helps to diminish my dead skin, so my complexion looks brighter the next day.
ConsWhen I first used it, there was a bit of an unpleasant 'laundry not fully dried' kind of scent, which I didn't really like. As someone sensitive to fragrance, I avoided using it for a while. But my husband bought it for me, so I kept trying it. In the end, it worked well, but those with sensitivity to scents may be hesitant to use it at first.
TipI lightly pat on a watery toner with my hands, allowing it to fully absorb. Then I shake the Biotherm essence, dispense a small amount onto my hands, and evenly apply it, letting it sink in completely. I repeat this layering process once more before finishing with a moisturizer and getting a good night's sleep. This routine helps to diminish my dead skin and brightens my complexion by the next day.