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- JuJuR1ngFeb 7, 2019Combination SkinSensitive 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.ProsThe texture is thin and spreadable!! The scent is also moderate, so I'm satisfied with this aspect.
ConsThe alcohol scent is too strong, making it a bit startling when applying.๐ This is the disappointing part.
- ํผ์๋Oct 21, 2018Oily 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.ProsI dislike sticky toners, but this toner has a watery texture with no stickiness, so it seems like a good option for oily skin. The absorption is also decent.
ConsWhile the scent is not exactly unpleasant compared to the pre-renewal version, it does have a rather strong fragrance likely due to the added fragrance ingredients. Fortunately, the fragrance issue seems to have been resolved with the post-renewal formula. I'd like to try the renewed version as well.
TipIt seems like it could also be used as a toner pack.
- ๋์ด48Jun 18, 2018Dry 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.ProsโกHwahae Trial Reviewer Reviewโก First, I thought my skin type was normal, but it turned out to be dry, and I only have oiliness in the T-zone (I found out recently when I got a skin type test at the Innisfree store in Yeongdeungpo!). It says on the packaging that it's suitable for those with combination skin and dehydrated skin, and I found it worked well for me too. Texture - It's a watery toner with almost no stickiness. It felt refreshing, providing moisture while managing sebum. However, the moisture level wasn't extremely high, but it was still quite hydrating for a water-based toner. The best part was that it felt lightweight, non-sticky, and finished off cleanly and refreshingly. Irritation - It's gentle and didn't cause any irritation at all. Breakouts - I didn't experience any new breakouts or issues. Since I don't usually get many breakouts, I'm not too picky about toners, so what worked for me may be different for others. Please take my words with a grain of salt..haha Packaging - It's so pretty!! The pink gradient is so appealing ใ ใ I think the design would be widely liked as it's quite neutral. The detailed pattern on the case is also really cute and stylish, isn't it?
ConsPrice - Compared to the price, it felt a bit lacking? I got it for free through the Hwahae trial, but if I had to buy it with my own money, I probably wouldn't or would feel like I wasted my money. The price-to-value ratio seems a bit poor. Fragrance - Many other reviews mentioned it's strong and artificial, and I also felt it had an artificial and not-so-pleasant scent, though it wasn't overpowering. Hydration - It was good that it finished off refreshingly, but I would have preferred it to be more hydrating. If you really dislike heaviness or stickiness, you'll probably like the lightweight and refreshing feel, but I personally prefer something more hydrating. I felt my makeup applied better the next morning as well. So the hydration level was a bit disappointing for me.
TipIt may feel a bit lacking in hydration for using at night if you're like me, but it would be suitable for using in the morning as it's lightweight and refreshing. I'd recommend using it in the morning rather than at night!
- ๋๋ ์ง์ดSep 18, 2017Oily SkinSensitive 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.Pros-Irritation As it's a toner, it doesn't contain alcohol, right? That's probably why it felt gentle and non-irritating. Since I had sensitive skin at the time, this was a major plus for me. -Blemishes As I mentioned earlier, it provided a bit of oil control, so it felt like it balanced the oil and moisture a bit. So I think it would be suitable for blemish-prone, oily, or combination skin types. This is also quite a positive aspect. It didn't worsen my blemishes, but it couldn't significantly calm them down either! It's just average. -Soothing It didn't help much with soothing, but the fact that it didn't spread the sensitivity-related blemishes might mean it has some soothing properties. As with other products, using it as a toner pack and keeping it chilled in the fridge can help with soothing. This product is particularly well-suited for using as a toner pack compared to other products! -Packaging The packaging design is so pretty, it makes you want to use the product. -Cleansing (Cleansing Power) Did you know that toners can be used as the final cleansing step? Nowadays, many people are aware of this. I compared using it as a cleansing water substitute, and it actually cleansed better than my current I'm Sorry Just Cleansing Water (which is alcohol-free and very moisturizing). So I was quite surprised! In other words, even though I don't usually use toners as a final cleansing step, I can strongly recommend this one for that purpose as well.โ My partner and I tried using this together, and they don't like products that feel sticky, greasy, or heavy. As I'll soon mention, I don't want to repurchase this due to the strong fragrance, but my partner initially found the fragrance too strong, but later said the product is great and the fragrance is pleasant, and they want to repurchase it. They've been using it really well. I'm trying to steal the remaining product from them!
ConsThe only three downsides are: -Fragrance I'm quite sensitive to fragrances, and this one has a very artificial and irritating scent. It makes me feel nauseous. This is the main reason for the 2-star rating. If not for the fragrance, I think it would be around 3.5 stars. Even now, as I'm trying to use it as a toner pack to write this review, the scent is making me feel unwell... The strong fragrance makes me feel like the ingredients might be harsh and potentially harmful to the skin. My partner found the fragrance pleasant, which is quite puzzling to me. -Ingredients The lack of alcohol makes it less irritating, which is great, but the ingredients are a bit disappointing overall. -Price Since I'm not particularly picky about toners or essences, the price feels a bit burdensome, as there are many other good toners available at a similar price point. I consider myself a fairly strict rater. I use a 50% repurchase rate as the benchmark for a 3-star rating. This product has a 25% repurchase rate and a 2-star rating from me. The product itself is quite good, but the fragrance is the dealbreaker. I was drawn to the packaging design, but the moment I smelled the fragrance, my interest waned. It's really that unpleasant for me. However, my partner's repurchase rate for this is around 60%, and I'd give it a 4-star rating! The photos below are of me using it as a toner pack and the mist bottle I used.โก This is the first time I've done something like this, and I'm quite embarrassed. The photos don't do me justice... I got so engrossed in writing the review that it took me over 30 minutes! I'm sorry about that.โก I hope this was helpful. Thank you, Hwahae! โUpdateโ After using it as a toner pack, I woke up the next day with 3 inflammatory blemishes, which wasn't too severe but still noticeable. I felt the moisture was really abundant and great (maybe even a bit too much?). It may not have been due to this product, as I sometimes get blemishes randomly, but the timing of getting them right after using this as a toner pack is worth noting. Please keep this in mind!
TipI recommend keeping it in the fridge and using it chilled. The easiest way to use it is as a toner! For those who do the 3-skin or 7-skin method, constantly touching your face with your hands can be irritating (speaking from experience). So, like me, transferring it to a mist bottle and using it that way can be a convenient option. While toners can suddenly disappear from the market, if you really need serious soothing and moisture replenishment, you can also try using it as a toner pack!
- ์ด๋์๋Sep 18, 2017Dry SkinSensitive 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.ProsHwahae Trial Reviewer Review :) 1. It has a watery texture. And the volume is like an animal. It's not sticky, and it's like water, so it's better to apply it several times like the 7-skin method to absorb it rather than just applying it once and letting it absorb. If 7 times seems too much of a hassle, 3 times is enough, but in this dry weather these days, I'd recommend applying it at least 4 times. 2. It's the most versatile as a basic base. Maybe because it fills the skin with moisture inside, I could feel that it was fluffy and moisturized when I applied it. 3. The amount is really a lot. Even if I use more than 3 pumps every day, I've only used about a quarter of it. I think I'll finish it around the middle or end of winter. 4. I think the soothing effect on the skin is definitely noticeable with consistent use. Especially the small bumps or inflamed areas on my cheeks have gradually subsided. 5. It's good to apply it before makeup, and it's also good to use it as a cool skin pack at night. There was no pilling when applying makeup. Since the texture itself is thin, when I patted it in, it absorbed well, and the finish was moisturized but not sticky, so there was no pilling even when I applied cream on top.
ConsThe scent was a bit unpleasant. Since I'm sensitive to scents, it might have felt that way to me, but it would be good to test it out. It seems to have a scent like a men's skin or a faint perfume. When applied to the face, the lingering scent that came up felt a bit strong.
TipAfter using the toner, when the skin is still moisturized, applying an essence and cream with a refreshing or sticky texture depending on the weather will perfectly recharge the skin with moisture. I mainly use the Power Formula, and when I apply the essence after this toner, I get a really plump feeling on my face. It's kind of like the skin sticking to your hand in a TV commercial.
- ์นธ์ธSep 17, 2017Combination SkinSensitive 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.ProsThe texture was quite fluid, like water, so it was easy to pat it onto the face and absorb it! It took a bit of time to absorb, but after application, it didn't feel sticky at all. Once fully absorbed, it had a slightly powdery feel, so I think it would work better in the hot summer weather rather than the current transitional season.
ConsThe fragrance was a bit disappointing ใ ใ From the outer packaging, it seemed like it would be fragrant, but to me, it was a bit strong, if not overpowering ใ ใ That aspect was a bit disappointing.
TipI think those with very dry skin might find this product a bit lacking!!
- ์ฌ๋๋ฆํ๊ดดSep 7, 2017Oily SkinSensitive 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.ProsTo be honest, there are not many good points. I bought it to use as a cleansing toner or cotton pack, and when I use it on my warm face, it does help lower the skin temperature. However, it doesn't seem to effectively remove dead skin cells as much as expected. For those looking to purchase an exfoliating toner, I would not recommend this one. It's just like plain water, so the Mamonde Rose Toner might be a better value option.
ConsFirst of all, the artificial fragrance is way too strong. Contrary to the product promotion, the scent is overly synthetic and artificial. It would have been better if the fragrance was more subtle and herbal-like.
TipGenerously, generously use it to soothe a flushed face.
- ์ฐธ์ฑฐ์ดSep 6, 2017Combination 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.ProsThe watery texture makes it a great toner to apply and use.
ConsThe scent is quite strong, so it may be divisive. The fragrance is too intense for me. Also, I'm not sure what it is, but my skin had some irritated, reddish blemishes pop up.
- HoooohSep 2, 2017Combination 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.ProsThe color of the product is pretty, but that's about it.
ConsI usually use the Laneige basic skincare line, and since this new product had relatively decent ingredients, I decided to try it. When the sample came, I tried it right away, but the fragrance was really unpleasant from the very first use - it had a strong alcohol-like smell. If they were going to add fragrance, they could have at least made it a decent one. I do get the occasional blemish, but my skin isn't overly sensitive, and most products work fine for me. However, when I used this product, it caused a breakout of small pimples. I stopped using it for a while and then tried it again, but it was definitely the culprit. They claim it's for those with dry skin, but that's definitely not the case.
TipEveryone's skin is different, but even if it doesn't completely ruin your skin, this product doesn't really have any significant benefits compared to other options, and the fragrance is just really unpleasant. If you want to try it, I'd recommend testing it out first.
- ์ ํด์ฑ๋ถ์์๋ฒ๋ คAug 13, 2017Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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The content is currently being reviewed by the Hwahae operations team, and the verification will be completed by the next business day (excluding weekends and holidays) from the date the review was written.Reviewed by Hwahae Trial Reviewers
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.ProsIt seemed really light and well-moisturizing! The packaging is also simple and pretty, and I definitely feel like my skin has changed after using it. There's a bit of a smoothed-over feeling on some blemishes? I'll use it up and post another review.
ConsThe scent is too strong:( I'm not usually very sensitive to scents, but honestly, if the toner has this artificial floral scent, I feel like it might be bad for my skin ใ ใ When it's renewed, I'm curious if they could use less fragrance or even no fragrance at all. It's not like fragrances are absolutely necessary in cosmetics, right? And there was a slight stinging when I applied this. My skin did get really soft, but my cheeks definitely got redder than before. Is it really impossible to make this without that fragrance.. It would sell so much better without it ใ ใ .. Anyway, I don't recommend this to sensitive people. There are probably a lot of people who will buy this just based on the packaging, like I did, but if you're sensitive, don't even try it. The effects are there, but it stings..., +20170822 Wow, I haven't had more than 3 pimples on my face since 6th grade, but this product just doesn't seem to agree with my sensitive skin. You were the worst thing for me. I'm never using a water-type toner again.
TipYou can just dab it on with a cotton pad, and it should work fine depending on your skin type