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- rsh1230Aug 24, 2019 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsI used this product daily as advertised, and since it claimed to be suitable for sensitive skin, I used it without hesitation. However, I developed contact dermatitis... This experience taught me that regardless of how a product is marketed as 'daily use', you should always consider your skin type and current condition before using it. I never want to see this product again. It took over two years to recover from the skin inflammation.
TipDermatologists strongly advise against using AHA/BHA ingredients daily. Even if a product is labeled for daily use, it's recommended to use it only once a week or once a month. Also, if you do use it before bed, make sure to follow up with a mask or intense hydration.
- 은유야~Aug 17, 2019 (UTC)Oily SkinAcne Skin
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ConsDespite having oily skin, the more I used this, the more my complexion improved
- 피부야제발좀부탁해Jul 24, 2018 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsI've never experienced such a severe skin reaction in my life. I usually avoid taking medication due to a sensitive stomach, but this was different. My skin flared up on Saturday, and I thought it would calm down on its own. By Monday, it had spread even more! I was so shocked that I rushed to the doctor and got a 3-day prescription. The redness has subsided a bit with the medication, but I still feel angry and sad every time I look in the mirror. The self-doubt is real... I have no idea when my skin will return to normal. I wish I could go back to how my skin was before using this product. I bought it because of a single blemish, hoping for smooth skin and blemish prevention. Please be extremely cautious if you decide to use it - the irritation is intense. I should have just extracted that blemish instead... I bought this product because I didn't want to pop it, and now I deeply regret it. After this disaster, I tried using Paula's Choice Skin Balancing line, but even that didn't feel trustworthy. Now I've temporarily switched to Innisfree Blueberry Foam Cleanser.
TipNothing to add!
- 둥둥이이이이Jan 4, 2018 (UTC)Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsMy face has completely broken out now. I'm not sure if it's because I used it together with a 1% retinol product or if it's solely due to this product...
- 최스타ㅂAug 9, 2017 (UTC)Oily SkinAcne Skin
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ConsAfter about 5 days of use, I've started noticing blemishes on my face since the day before yesterday.
- f(Me+U)Mar 12, 2016 (UTC)Combination Skin
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ConsAfter using this exclusively for a year, I switched to AHA. But when I came back to this, strangely, my skin felt irritated.
- 차빙뚜Jan 28, 2016 (UTC)Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skinproduct.Atopy 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.ProsI used to really trust Paula's Choice, so I tried their BHA (various formulations and concentrations) and AHA products. Although I wasn't satisfied with the results, I still trusted the brand. As a last resort, I decided to use this product with low concentrations of both AHA and BHA. The pros are that it smells nice - a natural cucumber scent, not artificial. It's not overpowering and has a pleasant, natural fragrance. For a Paula's Choice product, the texture and feel were quite user-friendly.
ConsYou know that feeling right after application? I had a bad feeling, and sure enough, painful, large blemishes appeared all over my face. I used it for one round, and that happened. So I stopped for a couple of rounds, and it seemed to calm down. My results were: Paula's Choice AHA - caused small pimples, redness (with prolonged use) Paula's Choice BHA - caused deep dryness, emphasized dead skin cells when applying makeup Combined product - caused deep, cystic blemishes This happened no matter how I adjusted the amount... Adjusting the frequency doesn't make sense for these types of products, as you need to use them at least once daily before bed to see any effects in daily life (I bought products with not-too-high concentrations for this reason). Rather than sticking with Paula's Choice exfoliants and risking these issues, I chose to switch to a different brand. My conclusion is that Paula's Choice products may or may not show actual effects on the skin (their antioxidant serum didn't work for me even after using several bottles over years), but the side effects can be severe. It's an unstable brand in a way. My boyfriend's skin also flared up after using Paula's Choice once and struggled for a while. I used their Skin Balancing Toner and the same line's antioxidant serum along with the exfoliant for years, and I consistently had small pimples or regular blemishes throughout that time. I feel a bit regretful that I was so slow to realize this...
TipI'm on a journey to find other products now! My small pimples have already improved a lot. If I'm lucky enough to settle on an affordable option, I'll be able to save money too!
- 무에라Nov 23, 2015 (UTC)Normal SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsWhile this product worked incredibly well for me, I've seen it not suit others. Some people experienced severe redness and an explosion of dead skin cells! Witnessing firsthand how it didn't work for someone else made me realize just how much individual variation there is when it comes to cosmetics. Make sure to test it before purchasing!
- 율링ㅋApr 9, 2015 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive 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.ProsSince using this, I haven't experienced any dead skin cells on my face. After trying it, I've completely stopped using harsh products like scrubs and only use this. I trust Polavi's philosophy in creating this product.
ConsIt stings when applied on blemishes. While this product does exfoliate, it can still cause some irritation.
- 운주Apr 6, 2015 (UTC)Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsWorst product ever. My face stung terribly after applying it. When I asked about it in Paula's Choice Q&A, they said it's normal at first, so I kept using it. My skin completely broke out, and even after visiting a dermatologist, it hasn't fully recovered. Those with sensitive or blemish-prone skin, please be extremely careful when choosing this product.