PAULA'SCHOICE niacinamide 20% treatment Reviews
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10 Reviews
- 서연아앙ㅇNov 18, 2024Dry Skin
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ConsThe price is the only downside. Otherwise, there's nothing else. You should grab it when it's on sale sometimes.
- a1"Jun 17, 2024Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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Cons- Fragrance The fragrance is a bit unpleasant, perhaps because it's unscented and just the natural scent of the ingredients. But this can be both a downside and an upside - there's no need for added fragrance in a basic skincare product. - Texture The color is a very deep brown. I really love the niacinamide ingredient, and have been using basic products with this ingredient from other brands as well. But I've never seen such a dark color before. I'm curious if this is just the natural color of the high 20% concentration of this ingredient. I generally avoid using dark-colored basic skincare products on my face, as there have been cases of them leaving a visible residue. Fortunately, it didn't actually darken my skin tone. - Absorption After fully absorbing, over time a white powdery residue appears on the face. If left as is, this white residue will start to pill and flake off. So I have to make sure to apply a hydrating moisturizer as the last step after using this. This is why I absolutely cannot use this during the day. - Usage At first, it felt a bit stinging. Even after my skin adjusted, it still felt a bit drying and irritating when applied. So I'd recommend those with sensitive skin to do a patch test first before using this.
- 꿀피부촉촉Jan 20, 2024Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThere's nothing disappointing yet, though the quantity is something I'll use up quickly.
- 웅가요정Mar 8, 2023Normal Skin
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ConsI bought it because a YouTuber recommended it, but I couldn't really feel any significant effect or goodness from it
- wonderblue89Mar 15, 2022Oily SkinAcne Skinproduct.Atopy Skin
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ConsThe volume is too small considering the price. It's a must-buy during sales...
- 더예쁜나Jan 2, 2022Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsThe price is a bit on the expensive side. It would be great if there was a larger size option that was more affordable.
TipUsing the Hwahae Trial Reviewer together with the Paula's Choice AHA exfoliant has been helpful for my oily skin.
- 수진수진수진수진수진Nov 11, 2021Combination Skin
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ConsThe color changes over time. The scent also has a slightly grassy smell.
TipI mix it with a retinol cream and use it twice a week, and then I apply this product three times a week in the evenings. Even with this routine, it's still sufficient.
- 스트레스피부트러블Feb 1, 2021Normal SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThe moisture level is not high, so I'd recommend using it with a hydrating ampoule or another moisturizing cream if you have dry skin like mine. It's quite expensive, so it's best to buy it when it's on sale.
TipI apply it in the order of toner - Paulas Choice BHA liquid - niacinamide ampoule - hydrating ampoule - moisturizer. During the day, I also apply sunscreen.
- elfish79Nov 14, 2020Dry Skin
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ConsThe price is a bit burdensome, so I can't use it as liberally as I'd like. After using it, there is a slightly sticky feeling that eventually absorbs. So on busy mornings, I sometimes skip using it. It's not a lightweight formula, so I think I'll only use it in the evenings during the summer.
- 도우니Sep 4, 2020Oily SkinAcne Skin
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ConsIt's not completely non-irritating, though. I have sensitive skin with a lot of acne, and if it touches areas that are irritated or have acne, it stings a lot.