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- 에바87May 22, 2025 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsUnfortunately, there are quite a few drawbacks. Initially, after using it twice, I thought it was decent, unlike Kiehl's Ultra Cream. It seemed to provide hydration and had a nice fragrance. However, from the third use onwards, things went downhill. First off, it made my face itchy when applied. Instead of feeling like a moisturizing layer, it felt heavy on my skin. Looking at the ingredients list, I suspect it's due to the high dimethicone content. This type of formulation was popular in Korea about 20 years ago, but Kiehl's is still using it... The dimethicone doesn't agree with my skin. The texture is slippery, and it feels suffocating after application. To make matters worse, it pills when applied before makeup. I believe Kiehl's is a brand that those with super sensitive skin should avoid at all costs.
TipIf you have super sensitive skin, steer clear of this product. Considering its price, the outdated texture, and problematic ingredients, there's absolutely no reason to recommend it!
- 에리브Jul 17, 2024 (UTC)Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsAbout a minute after application, my face suddenly felt intensely hot. At first, I didn't realize it was the cream causing the problem. I even worried there might be something wrong with my health. But it turned out to be this cream. My face became incredibly hot, and I felt like I was trapped in a sauna for hours, wrapped up tightly. I've tried dozens of creams before, but I've never experienced anything like this. I wonder what on earth they put in this to cause such a reaction. When I washed my face with a foam cleanser, it finally felt normal again. I thought I was going to die... I don't think other Kiehl's products have ever done this to me.
TipI'm curious about what ingredients could have caused such an intense experience with this cream.
- 희죽피죽Feb 20, 2024 (UTC)Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsAfter applying, the skin feels a bit of tingling sensation as time passes
- 옴뇸냠뇽Oct 31, 2023 (UTC)Combination Skin
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ConsWhen my skin is feeling sensitive, it can sometimes sting upon application, so I always make sure to apply it after my basic skincare routine. The hydration doesn't last as long as I'd like.
- 비누기린Jul 20, 2023 (UTC)Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsIt didn't seem to provide much help with hydration. Also, I didn't notice any soothing effects on my skin.
- 낯설은떨림과두려운설렘들Jan 7, 2023 (UTC)Dry SkinAcne Skin
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ConsWhen you apply it, you might experience your face swelling up, turning extremely red, and feeling so intensely tingly that you can't sit still. It's like the world's most uncomfortable sensation.
- 새로운북북춤Sep 24, 2022 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsI had an allergic reaction that made my eyelid creases disappear and left my entire neck itchy with desert-dry skin. I had to take allergy medication. They promote it as a barrier cream, but those with super sensitive skin should absolutely avoid it.
- 하느리:DAug 20, 2022 (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.ProsThe Calendula line is really... I think the scent is quite polarizing. While it's famous for its soothing effects, I didn't particularly notice any calming benefits from the cleanser or toner. The fragrance was really not my cup of tea, but after finishing a whole bottle, I somehow got used to it. The cream, however, had a milder scent. Honestly, I didn't expect much in terms of soothing effects because the absorption and texture were just okay, but I was surprised to find it actually had quite a good calming effect.
ConsIt feels like a hybrid between a gel and a cream type, with an oily film on top. When patting it in, instead of feeling like it's absorbing, it seems to slide around, and it feels like it's absorbing more into my fingertips than my skin. It's not particularly oily, but it's in this awkward middle ground that's neither here nor there. Given that I have other products with better absorption, it's a bit disappointing to use this cream solely for its soothing effects.
- 식빵된고양Aug 7, 2022 (UTC)Combination 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.ProsPersonally, I loved the scent! It's a bit sharp, but the base fragrance is quite nice. When I first saw it, how can I describe it... gel pudding? The texture is incredibly rich, like a thick gel, but it doesn't hold its shape like a typical gel. You can feel this when applying it too! It's thick when you scoop it out, but it melts away smoothly when you apply it. I'm not sure if other products have this texture (I'm not a beauty expert... haha), but it was my first time experiencing it! It's like it dissolves with my skin temperature. Once it melts, it feels like pure hydration, and it spreads so easily! I use it with the toner from the same line. The toner leaves my skin feeling soft and powdery, so I use this cream to add that extra moisture. While it has some drawbacks... I find that if I apply just the right amount, it leaves my skin feeling fresh and hydrated. Of course, everyone's experience may vary!
ConsThere are some downsides... quite a few, actually. First off, my skin is oily due to dehydration (I'm not a beauty expert and don't wear much makeup, so I might not be entirely accurate). Remember how I mentioned the texture melts into a water-like consistency? Well, it's not exactly like water, but more like it turns into a skin oil (which isn't necessarily unpleasant!). For oily skin types like mine... using too much can actually be counterproductive. Even though I don't apply a lot, it seems to expand as it turns watery. You can spread a small amount thinly, but this reduces its hydrating power. Not long after I bought it, I applied it generously to my bare face as I usually would... Oh my goodness, the next day my skin was a disaster! My pores seemed clogged, and even blemishes I'd never seen before appeared! It stung when I applied it, but I thought, 'No way'... Well, I was wrong. My skin isn't usually that sensitive, so I was really shocked. I suspect I may have applied enough to clog my pores (probably due to the slightly oily texture it develops). Since then, I've been using the tiniest amount, applying it very thinly. You really need to adjust the amount based on your skin type. Now I just feel a slight tingling on my chin. I'm not exaggerating - I'm using the tiniest dab, just enough for one cheek. I wonder how long it'll take to finish this product...
- 지구젤리리Aug 4, 2022 (UTC)Combination Skin
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ConsI didn't get the feeling of intense hydration. It's not to the point where I need to apply something else, but there's a slight sense of something missing.
TipIn summer, it's great to use just this Kiehl's cream after toner. For winter, you might want to layer another moisturizing product for added hydration.