Name: Origin pH Balancing Toner
Brand: ATRUE
Rating: 4.1 (39 reviews)

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Origin pH Balancing Toner

Too Watery

Slippery

Absorbs Well

Leaves a Sticky Residue

Doesn't Feel Light

Sits on Skin

Not Effective for Pore Care

pH-Balanced

Moisturizing

Easily Absorbed

Not Irritating

Easy to Apply

Doesn't Sting

Hydrating

I keep it in the bathroom and apply it right after washing my face.
I stocked up on it during the year-end 1+1 promotion.

The price could have been a bit more affordable, which is a bit disappointing.

I use the Doctoro morning and evening, keeping it clean and refreshing.
I always make sure not to drop it.

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I don't have any, but I'm not sure what else to use... It's just that this one was really good, so I don't need anything else.

I really like the slippery mucus-like texture, and this was just perfect. I actually used it more often to simply remove light makeup with a cotton pad, rather than as a toner. When removing lip makeup, it moisturizes and helps lift off flaky skin, leaving my skin feeling soft and hydrated.

Since sunscreen is the final step in my skincare routine, I first cleanse with a foam cleanser, then tone twice, and finally apply the lotion. It's convenient and I like it.

The packaging is a bit bulky, making it inconvenient to use. If not careful, a large amount can come out at once. You have to be cautious each time you use it.

It was smooth and non-irritating, and the ingredients were good. When applied, it has a slightly sticky but moisturizing feel, which would be better for dry skin types than a purely hydrating product. It also works well as a makeup remover. Sebum doesn't build up easily.

The slower absorption and slippery feel may require some getting used to.

The mild water toner is free of fragrances and composed of gentle ingredients, so it was trouble-free for my sensitive and dry skin.
The glycerin, a moisturizing ingredient, is listed near the beginning of the ingredients, so it feels heavier and more slippery compared to other water toners, and the absorption is also slower. Especially when used on a face with built-up dead skin, the absorption becomes even slower.
It doesn't immediately absorb into the skin and forms a white lather, slightly sitting on top of the skin, but as it's a basic water toner, it leaves the skin feeling moist and refreshed after absorption.
Personally, I prefer lower molecular weight hyaluronic acid over glycerin in terms of better absorption and retention.

There is absolutely nothing disappointing about it. I keep repurchasing it constantly.

It has a rich yet refreshing and moisturizing feel. I keep it stocked and use it in my foaming cleanser.

There's really nothing disappointing, it was just a bit too ordinary, I guess..?

It was absorbed well and felt moisturized for a long time, so I liked it.

There's nothing particularly bad, except that the container is made of plastic. Otherwise, it's great without any troubles.

The volume is generous, so I used it without worry. Although it's a liquid, I felt a slight tackiness. It wasn't drying at all, and I really enjoyed it.

It's better to transfer it to another container to use. For those with dry skin, using it as a skin pack would be good.

The other areas are fine, but when I apply it to the area around my mouth, it tingles a bit at first, but it's okay after some time. If I hold the bottle and use it directly, it flows out a lot from the opening, so I have to pour it into the palm of my hand to use it. While it's not extremely dry, it definitely feels drier than in the summer, so this toner is only suitable for me in the summer.

The hyaluronic acid toner I had been using since spring did not seem to be absorbing into my skin well once summer came, so I tried a lighter toner. It was just right for my needs, without any other special functions. Once autumn came, I felt my skin becoming dry, so I used it as a toner pack by soaking a cotton pad and it worked great.

Although it's unscented, the unscented smell is not great ㅠ
Unlike other products that have a slight ingredient scent, this one has a somewhat stuffy smell.
And after wiping it off with a cotton pad, the cotton pad becomes hard and stiff.
2019.09.20 addition
Sometimes I felt a strange warm sensation on my face and a feeling as if menthol or mint had been added. The sensation was especially strong around my eyes and lips, so I thought it might be irritating.
And after using this, my face would feel warm and slightly swollen, so I stopped using it.
Realizing this was the cause, I tried to wash off any residue on my face as much as possible, but even the touch of the face wash water felt very irritating ㅠ It seems there is an ingredient in this that doesn't agree with my skin ㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠㅠ The texture and moisturizing were good, but... ㅠ

Even with just one application, the skin does not feel dry when applied to the skin. It seems to contain various moisturizing ingredients.
Toners that only contain moisture usually inevitably feel dry and tight after absorption or drying, so you have to apply them at least two or three times. But this toner doesn't feel tight after applying it once, and the skin feels comfortable, which surprised me haha.
It's a bit similar to the feeling of using the large-size ampoule of Bad Skin, but if that ampoule is sticky and slippery, this one has a slightly more refreshing feel.

When using it as a cleansing toner, it's not the type that gets absorbed quickly. So I tried using a thin sponge cotton pad as a toner pack, and it worked well for me. Since it doesn't get absorbed right away, using it as a toner pack didn't make my skin feel dry.

When using it with cotton pads, there is a slippery feeling. The cotton pads have a bit of foam left behind, but I'm not sure what ingredient is causing that. Still, it agrees with my skin, so I'm continuing to use it.
I wish the slippery ingredient could be removed.

As a sensitive dry skin type, I always look for mild ingredients when using cleansing toners. The Origin toner has mild ingredients and leaves my skin feeling moisturized. Some cleansing toners get absorbed quickly or leave a light, powdery finish, but the Origin toner leaves my skin feeling nicely hydrated, which suits me well.

It is recommended to use only a small amount.

I bought it as a cleansing toner, but it absorbs slowly. It glides on the skin and then absorbs.
Smooth application -> more slippery than expected.
Like most heavy toners, there is a lingering feeling on the hands after application.
If you have dry skin, additional cream may be needed.
The packaging is inconvenient! It's hard to open and the amount control is difficult.

The biggest advantage is that it is not irritating.
The combination with the Shirukotto Uruuru cotton pads is very good.
It has a soft, non-volatile nature.

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