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- 이야이야오;)Oct 25, 2024 (UTC)Oily Skin
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ConsHowever, there was one aspect that could be improved: • Longevity I'm not sure if it's due to the fine shimmer or the rich texture, but the staying power was a bit disappointing. That being said, I didn't experience any blemishes or issues with how it felt on my skin!
Tip• The balm texture is slightly rich, but layering a highlighter on top creates a beautiful combination and enhances the glow! I paired it with the Too Cool for School highlighter in pink, and it looked amazing!
- 그레그레빙그레Oct 25, 2024 (UTC)Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThose with oily skin might find it feels a bit rich. Even with my combination dehydrated skin, I notice it tends to mix with foundation or sunscreen and clump up after a while. Also, it's challenging to apply precisely to the inner corners of the eyes due to its size. A brush is absolutely necessary!
- 뛰어난한국호랑이Oct 22, 2024 (UTC)Dry Skin
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ConsHonestly, I don't think it's suitable as a highlighter. It's more like a glossy multi-balm. Highlighters are typically used on the T-zone, cheekbones, and inner corners of the eyes, but this balm-type product easily rubs off and looks greasy on the T-zone and inner corners. It also makes your hair stick to your face. It's disappointing that they're advertising it as a highlighter.
- 사랑해감귤씨Oct 22, 2024 (UTC)Dry Skin
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ConsThe glow might be a bit much for summer, and it could potentially slide off. It feels rich when applied, which might slightly emphasize skin texture.
- si22Oct 22, 2024 (UTC)수부지Sensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsRight after application, the glow looks pretty, but by the afternoon, it's hard to distinguish between oil and glow as sebum rises to the surface. It actually made my skin look more messy, if anything.
- 오예신난당Oct 21, 2024 (UTC)수부지Sensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsCompared to powder highlighters, this does require a bit more effort to apply beautifully. The final look can vary quite a bit depending on your application technique and the base makeup you've used, which can be a bit troublesome. Also, as someone with combination dehydrated skin, I found that when applied to areas other than the cheekbones, it tended to increase oiliness quickly, resulting in shorter wear time and an overly shiny appearance.
TipInstead of applying the product directly to your skin, warm it up on your hand first and then gently pat it onto your face. If you swipe it on, it will inevitably disturb your base makeup. I found using a silicone brush worked well - it didn't leave residue on my hands, and it helped distribute the glow evenly and beautifully.
- 26266634Oct 21, 2024 (UTC)Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsIf you have oily skin, you might find it feels a bit rich due to the oil content. But keep in mind it's a balm-type product, so you'd expect that, right?
TipI recommend not applying it directly from the stick. Instead, rub a small amount between your fingers and then pat it onto your face!
- pibu-dieOct 21, 2024 (UTC)Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Cons📌Makeup pilling: If you rub the stick directly on your face, it enthusiastically removes your makeup. This isn't about whether you've applied a thin base or not. Even if you've only applied concealer, it'll still come off when you rub it. If you ask, 'Doesn't it really look like excess oil?' Honestly, not really. There does seem to be some shine as time passes. I guess that's unavoidable for oily skin. However, it takes quite a while before it starts to look shiny, and the glowy skin effect seems to last for a long time (though this could be just my impression). The shininess can actually be controlled with a compact powder, and the initial glow effect is so pretty that I'll probably keep using it. Especially in summer, when you want that clear makeup look - is it transparent makeup or dewy makeup? I've been wanting to try that watercolor-like, clear makeup look! I think this will be perfect for that.
TipMake sure to warm it up with your fingers before applying.
- o3o813Oct 21, 2024 (UTC)수부지Sensitive 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.ProsFirst off, the amount you get is really generous... It seems like it'll last forever! Other highlighters can be a bit inconvenient since you need to use a brush or your fingertips to apply them to your face. But this one comes in a stick form, making it super easy to apply directly to the skin - so convenient! And the glow is absolutely insane.... It's not a dry, powdery glow, but more like that natural radiance you see on people with great skin? It really gives off that vibe! The texture is similar to a lip balm that melts with your skin's temperature.
ConsIf you have oily skin, it might make you look a bit too shiny. For those who like to set their base with powder before applying highlighter, you might feel like it's removing some of the powder when you apply it.
TipSince the formula is balm-like, it might work better with an overall makeup look that uses more cream or balm-based products rather than powders. For detailed areas like the aegyo sal (under-eye area), I found it looks prettier when applied with fingertips rather than a brush. You can build up the glow by layering - the more you apply, the more intense the radiance becomes, so you can adjust it to your liking!
- 깐달걀원해요Oct 21, 2024 (UTC)Combination 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 glow is incredible! Being a balm type, there's no excess powder flying around, which is a huge plus. If you love a dewy skin look, you'll absolutely adore this.
ConsAs someone with oily skin, I found the balm texture a bit greasy, so I needed to finish with powder. I thought the stick format would be convenient, but applying it directly made my makeup slide off. To prevent this, I had to warm it up in my hands and pat it on gently.
TipAs someone with oily skin, I found the balm texture a bit greasy, so I needed to finish with powder. I thought the stick format would be convenient, but applying it directly made my makeup slide off. To prevent this, I had to warm it up in my hands and pat it on gently.