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7 Reviews
- 공쥬쥬쥬Oct 8, 2021 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsThe toner doesn't come out well. It comes out in tiny drips, so I have to flip it over and tap it hard to get it to come out ㅠㅠ. When it comes out, it also produces a little bit of foam, which is annoying, but there's no problem using it. Aside from that, this was a really satisfying toner! Except for that, it's so good that I don't have any other problems!
- 뛰어난쇠뜸부기86111Oct 8, 2021 (UTC)Dry SkinSensitive SkinAcne 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.ProsIt had a watery toner-like texture! It didn't feel greasy at all and fit my skin perfectly, so I really liked it. The ingredients weren't bad either, and I didn't have any breakouts for about 2 weeks after using it. I plan to continue using it! If you're struggling to find a good toner, I don't think this one would be a bad choice. This toner also contains a lot of good ingredients like cica, so you might be able to skip the lotion and just use a moisturizer. The ingredients seem good~ I was using the Toner X, Toner Y, Toner Z before, but now I'm going to switch to this toner since I got it for free.
ConsIt was so gentle that it didn't even irritate my sensitive skin. The only downside is that for acne-prone or sensitive skin, if the product has anti-aging or whitening ingredients, I might hesitate to choose it initially, no matter how good the product is. I wish it was a bit more simplified... But I'll keep using it!!
TipAfter applying it to my hands, it feels so soothing and great! My skin immediately calms down, and it feels like my skin barrier is getting stronger. Also, I used to not really trust the Hwahae Trial Reviewers much when I'd browse reviews on the Hwahae app. But after actually winning the trial and writing a review myself, I realized that the Hwahae team doesn't even provide any guidelines on how to write the reviews. Based on my own experience, I now think the Hwahae Trial Reviewer reviews can be somewhat reliable.
- khs0321Oct 7, 2021 (UTC)Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne 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.Pros* Skin Type: Combination + Sensitive * Rating: 4.5 (Why are the stars 4 or 5?) ▪️Fragrance: Almost unscented. Although I'm sensitive, I can barely feel it. ▪️Presence of Breakouts: After using it consistently for about 5 days, I didn't experience any breakouts from this product. ▪️Texture: It's not a watery toner, but has a slightly viscous, runny texture. When applied to a cotton pad, it feels a bit sticky, but when applied to the skin, it absorbs quickly and doesn't leave a tacky feeling. I now consider this a positive. ▪️Hydration: Although summer has passed and I generally prefer a watery toner for cleansing, I still prefer a hydrating toner. While this has a runny, mucus-like texture, it doesn't cause breakouts and provides good hydration, so I think it will be great for the transitional weather. It also pairs well with the cream products I use afterwards. ▪️The packaging is clean and neat.
Cons▪️There weren't any major disappointments in terms of the effectiveness, but ▪️I had a slight issue with the texture and packaging. The runny texture means I have to shake the bottle a few times to dispense it onto the cotton pad, which can feel a bit inconvenient for someone who's used to using a watery toner like water. But applying it with my hands doesn't feel like it's cleaning as thoroughly. I think a pump-style packaging might have been better. ▪️Oh, and by the way, how much does this cost?
TipWhen I apply it to a cotton pad and gently pat it onto my skin, it absorbs while making my skin feel soft and supple.
- 라라기쁨Oct 6, 2021 (UTC)Dry Skin
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Cons💧 One disappointing aspect was that a strange foam would form when applying it. I had to gently press and pat it in to help it absorb properly. 💧 As expected, the price is the downside of a product I really like.😭 It would be great if there were more discounts on the 35,000 KRW retail price. But I do plan to repurchase it.ㅎㅎ
Tip✔ Storing the skincare product in the refrigerator and using it helped enhance the soothing effect. After cleansing, it absorbs quickly without any stickiness, leaving a refreshing feel! ✔ With its essence-like texture, it seems better suited for use as a toner pack or as a wiping toner, rather than a second cleansing or makeup remover. ✔ The 'Hydra Barrier Cica Essence Toner' has sufficient functional ingredients, so you may not even need to apply additional functional essences or serums. Depending on your skin type, you can use the toner multiple times alone or finish with a moisturizing cream.👍
- 랄랄라후후Oct 6, 2021 (UTC)Oily 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.ProsFirst of all, this product has a slightly viscous texture. I have acne-prone skin, so I'm always afraid of using toners as they can sometimes cause breakouts. But this product didn't cause any trouble at all. Even when there's some residue left on the skin, it doesn't lead to breakouts. I used to always wipe my face with a water toner, but with this product, I was able to use it without cotton pads and still didn't experience any issues! The usage experience is really clean. Normally, toners can leave a slightly sticky feeling, but this one just gets absorbed into the skin and provides hydration. When I want to give my skin a break, I can just use this alone, and it seems to be enough. When doing my makeup, I can just apply this and then a lotion or moisturizer, and my skin doesn't feel too dry! But in the winter, I might need to add something in the middle. I've bought toners in the past to keep my skin hydrated, but ended up with minor breakouts, so I've just been using a water toner, accepting the dryness. But this one is really perfect for me. This is the first essence toner I've loved so much. The hydrating products usually leave a film on the surface, but this one doesn't give that occlusive feeling. It just deeply hydrates and calms the skin, leaving it soft and supple. Plus, the key ingredient is centella, which is something I really enjoy, so it works even better for me. Thanks to this, I've even stopped using cotton pads! I'm completely satisfied!
ConsSince this is a toner, if you just use this and do your makeup, your skin will be dry all day. As this is an essence toner, you'll need to apply a separate moisturizer.
TipIf you do a thorough cleansing, you don't even need to do a toning step with this product. It seems like cotton pads can actually be more harmful to the skin. I really recommend trying to use this toner without cotton pads!
- me_9495Oct 6, 2021 (UTC)Combination 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.Pros◽ Ingredients: This product does not contain any harmful or allergenic ingredients, and it was good because it did not cause any breakouts when applied. ◽ Formulation: The formulation has a slightly viscous texture, not watery. It seems suitable for this transitional season or dry weather. ◽ Usage: Although I was worried that it might cause pimples due to my sensitive skin, there were no such issues. It effectively addressed dryness without feeling sticky. ◽ Fragrance: It seems fragrance-free, but there is a very subtle 🌿 scent.
Cons◽ Price: 35,000 won for 200ml seems high in terms of value for money. ◽ Packaging: The narrow opening of the cap dispenses the product in small amounts, which could be frustrating for impatient users.
- 살랑살랑~*Oct 5, 2021 (UTC)Combination 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.ProsFirst of all, the ingredients are great, so it's okay for my sensitive skin!!!🙆♀️ As a dermatologist-approved sensitive skin type, I'm very particular about the ingredients and always check them when buying cosmetics, and this product's ingredients are so nice, I loved it:) During use, there was no skin irritation or itchiness on my face! (This is the most important part for me ㅠㅠ) After applying the toner and gently patting it in with my hands to absorb it, I could apply sunscreen or makeup without it pilling. Even when layering it multiple times, the next step of skincare or makeup didn't pill - it's a secret!!🙂 The essence-like texture is not too light, absorbs well, and doesn't feel stuffy or heavy. In fact, it feels like it absorbs better than a typical toner texture.
ConsMy skin has been very dry lately, maybe due to the seasonal changes, and I recently had a laser treatment, so even after applying and absorbing it multiple times, I didn't feel the moisture deeply penetrating my skin ㅠㅠ After applying, the surface feels plump, but it doesn't feel fully moisturized and plump all the way through, which is a bit disappointing ㅠㅠ.. I didn't see dramatic effects after using it, but the fact that it didn't cause any skin troubles is both a downside and an advantage of this product🙂
TipI think it would be better to use this as an absorbing toner rather than a cleansing toner! I wiped it off once with a cleansing toner, then applied it 3 times thinly and patted it in, and the inner dryness improved a bit:)