Name: Bitten Plum Vitality Essence
Brand: 예화담
Rating: 4.15 (13 reviews)

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예화담

Bitten Plum Vitality Essence

Contains Artificial Fragrance

Oily

Causes Breakouts

Pleasant Scent

Creamy

Smooth

Easily Absorbed

Not Sticky

Hydrating

Rich

You don't even need to use a separate toner, as this essence effectively tackles dehydration. You can just use this essence right after cleansing and it works great!

The only downside is that such a great product only comes in a 45ml size... They sometimes have 75ml available during special events, and whenever that happens I make sure to buy the larger size and stock up. 
The 45ml size is a bit small and the price is a bit burdensome...(I wish the company would make a 75ml version regularly!)

The Hwahae Trial Reviewer's Yehwa-dam Watery Plum Essence is my absolute favorite essence and I'm currently using it by the bottle. It's the only product that has truly stuck with me in my skincare routine...! 
It's so jelly-like, soft, moisturizing, and it really takes my skin's radiance to the next level - it makes me feel like my skin is beautiful on its own. Even though I have extremely dry skin, I've tried other essences that are supposedly good, but I always come back to this one after testing. It's a product I strongly recommend to anyone with dehydrated skin!
Have you ever found an essence that can tackle dehydration so effectively? I really think you should give this a try at least once - I feel so lost without it and I'm constantly repurchasing it. Please don't discontinue this amazing watery essence!♡

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Be sure to use it generously along with the cream 💕

In the past, The Face Shop was reasonably priced in Korea, but here, since it's imported, it doesn't seem as affordable. If you buy it as a set, it's around 200,000 won.

It feels so moisturized and supple after application. The scent is also to my liking, and there are no particular skin troubles. It's functional, and the price is not overly burdensome, so I use it comfortably and it's the best. Living abroad, The Face Shop is really great - it seems to suit Asian skin well! It would be good for people in their 20s and 30s to use.

The essence is highly concentrated, so it can stretch out a long time when you divide it up to use. It's hard to describe the feeling, but it's not exactly cream-like when you dispense it onto the back of your hand. Other than that, there's nothing else I'm really unhappy with.

This product is so gentle and soft that it's personally my top pick among essences. I bought the full-size version after trying a sample, and it was so good. It's expensive, but the mild ingredients and good absorption make it worth it.

When I first received it, the packaging seemed really large, so I checked if it was actually a large-volume product, but it turned out the packaging was just big. Since it's opaque, it's hard to check how much product is left, which is a bit of a downside.

I've been using this product since around fall as I have dry and dehydrated skin! 
The basic formula is quite dense and a bit heavy, which seems to work well for the dry season! I'm not very sensitive to scents, so I don't mind much, but it does have a bit of a 'mom's cosmetics' smell to it haha

While this is a functional product, my skin was already in pretty good condition, so I'm not sure if I've noticed any significant effects. Looking at the ingredients, they don't seem particularly great either. It claims to target wrinkles and whitening, but there are no whitening ingredients. However, I didn't experience any breakouts or issues while using this product.

The moisture level right after application was decent, and I didn't experience much dryness. Over time, it did start to feel a bit drying, but I think that's also because I've been using a lighter cream. The hydration was generally okay.

There aren't any major downsides, and there aren't any standout effects either - it's been a fairly average experience using this product!

The moisturizing power is a bit weak, and the price doesn't seem that reasonable.

The fragrance, spreadability, and absorption are reasonably decent.

This is a combination dry/oily skin type.
Just pump out two pumps and apply, and you won't need to use a separate moisturizer! (Based on summer conditions)

The only downside is that the scent is a bit too strong ㅠㅠ It has a strong, adult-like fragrance..

When I first saw the formula, I was surprised at how it stretched out smoothly and fluidly like honey! I was worried it would be heavy and sticky, but when I applied it to my skin, it spread out softly and moisturized well. It also absorbs quickly, leaving a refreshing finish. 
You can get sufficient moisture with just a small amount!


This product has more of an oily feel, so it may be better suited for dry skin types rather than oily/combination skin.

This product is being used as a cream substitute. It works well as a finishing step after using a more hydrating product upfront. It leaves a plump and firm finish. The product has more of an oily feel than a hydrating one.

It might be too nourishing, as I've had a few pimples on my chin. You need to use it in moderation.

It's not sticky and has a rich texture. The essence gets absorbed well with just a small amount. The fragrance is similar to the cosmetics that moms use in the bath, and I really like it.

The ingredients are a bit concerning 😢 It's such a great product, but I wonder why the ingredients are like that... It's good, but hmm... 😢 (Pretending not to see it)

The texture is rich and stretchy, but surprisingly, it applies smoothly and absorbs effortlessly. After application, my skin feels soft, smooth, and brightened. I love it so much! It doesn't feel heavy or sticky on the skin, and the absorption is great. A small amount (1-2 pumps) is enough to cover the whole face. I highly recommend this to dry skin types!

Hmm, I tried to use it but nothing was coming out? I opened it up and there's no plastic wand? Maybe that's why I had to press it down a few times to get it to dispense. But the amount that came out was just right for my face, even though I don't have a very small face.

It's like the perfect moment right before the liquid turns into a gooey mess, isn't it? Haha
I was worried it might feel sticky, but not at all! 
There's this amazing absorption and sinking-in sensation when you apply it to your skin! It really glides on like a soothing gel, without any stickiness or greasiness, and the scent is just divine. It's totally my kind of thing... I just can't stop sniffing it. Magic 🧚🏻‍♀️💫 I think I'll have to get some for my mom and grandma too. This essence is a first for me, but it's incredible.

I'm satisfied. In the case of cosmetic ingredients, large companies make them well, and the combination can also become safer ingredients depending on the mixing method, so the formulation is important.

My skin became smooth, and even though I have sensitive skin, it was gentle.

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