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- ์ค๋ํผ๋์Sep 13, 2023Oily 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.ProsThe skin adhesion is the best, the coverage is the best, the blemish coverage is excellent, and the natural look is the best. The color is really beautiful.. I have tried all the famous products that are said to be good, such as Estee Lauder*, Nars*, Lancome*, Esprique*, Hera*, and Givenchy**. I have a troubled skin. I went back to MAC... The MAC Studio Foundation is the original foundation. No matter how good the others are, I use this one on important days haha When I apply this and set it with powder, the lasting power is the best..
ConsThe disappointing part is that I have to buy and insert a separate pump. There is a chemical smell.
TipYou must go to the store and test the MAC foundation before purchasing. Otherwise, it may look cakey or fade. The cushions or foundations sold at Olive Young may fit the tone a little off, but they are generally fine... But with the MAC foundation, since the color pigment is so strong, if the color doesn't match, it really looks cakey and weird.
- ๋๊ฒธ์๋ณ์ด์ผJul 9, 2019Dry 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.Pros๐ This is a review from the Hwahae Trial Reviewer ๐ I've written a review focusing on the points that many people are concerned about or consider when purchasing foundation. I'll start with the positive aspects! 1. Design I really liked the clean and simple design of the MAC product. The cap was a twist-open black one, and the bottle (?) was made of glass so you could see the foundation inside. The design is very neat, pretty, and fits my personal style, so I feel good using it. 2. Color The color was just right - not too yellow, and not overly bright and pink either. It blended in naturally and gave a subtle tone-up effect without looking artificial or making my skin look unnaturally pale and floating. The natural color tone makes this a product I'll likely use very often for daily wear! 3. Texture The texture was also really nice. I applied the appropriate amount to my face using my hands or a brush, and then patted it in with a damp sponge. At first, it had a very matte, adhering finish, but over time, a natural glow appeared on my face. Just patting it with a sponge can give you a beautiful skin-like finish. 4. Coverage The coverage was decent. Since my skin is dry but relatively clear, I don't have too much to cover up. However, it can subtly conceal any occasional blemishes or small spots, so using a concealer together would be a good idea.
ConsThis has a slightly musty (?) old cosmetic smell. It also has a slightly bitter (?) stinging smell, and I'm usually sensitive to fragrances, but it wasn't a very pleasant smell.ใ ใ Clogged pores I do have a lot of pores, sebum, and blackheads, and it seems my pores were quite emphasized.ใ ใ ใ ใ This is just a personal (?) thing. Pump dispenser The foundation didn't have a pump dispenser, so I was really surprised at first, and when I turned it, a lot of product came out at once, which was a bit of a waste. It seems I'll have to be very careful with the amount, so that's a bit of a downside! Darkening/Lasting power This was a bit more noticeable compared to the other downsides. The lasting power isn't that bad, but because of the darkening, my face gradually took on a strange grayish tone and got really messy, so I had to touch up my makeup quite often. If they could fix this issue, it would be a really good product, but it's a pretty big flaw.ใ ใ That's about it!
Tip๐ฏI've written down some tips that can help address the shortcomings I mentioned and further highlight the advantages, so please refer to them!๐ฏ 1. Powder, makeup fixers Using powder and makeup fixers can help reduce darkening a bit and increase the longevity of your makeup! Applying these can definitely make things more comfortable. 2. Primer Filling in pores with a primer and then applying foundation on top can help address the issue of pores clogging. This allows for an even smoother skin appearance! 3. Ampoules/oils This is a personal tip, but on days when my skin is particularly dry and in poor condition (even though I'm generally dry-skinned), I mix a drop or two of a moisturizing but not overly emollient ampoule or oil into my foundation, and then apply powder and fixers more thoroughly on top. This helps maintain longevity while achieving a more hydrated makeup look.
- โ์ฌ๋โJul 7, 2019Combination SkinSensitive 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 The Hwahae Testers
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.ProsThis is a Hwahae Trial Reviewer review. I had been eyeing this product because I had heard a lot of good reviews and feedback about it, so I'm really glad I got the chance to try it out. First, the color range is quite diverse, so you can choose a shade that matches your skin tone well. The NC12 shade is a bit darker than I expected, so it might suit those who normally use shade 21 well, but it might be a bit too dark for those with lighter skin tones. The formula is not too thin or too heavy - it has a slightly runny, dewy texture, but it applies semi-matte and doesn't feel heavy or cakey on the skin. It provides decent coverage without looking too thick or mask-like. The adhesion and longevity are quite good. There's minimal transfer, and it stays put well throughout the day, even in warmer weather. It doesn't break down or get too oily in the T-zone area. While it doesn't offer full, flawless coverage, it does a good job of evening out redness, blemishes, and discoloration in a natural-looking way. Those looking for a more perfected, full-coverage finish might find it lacking, but it should work well for those who prefer a more natural, skin-like result. So far, it hasn't caused any issues for my sensitive, reactive skin, but I'll have to use it more to see how it holds up long-term. Overall, I'm quite satisfied with this foundation.
ConsThe color is a bit darker than I had hoped for. Even though it's the lightest shade, it's still a bit duller than I expected, which is a bit disappointing. The fragrance is polarizing. In my opinion, the scent is quite unpleasant - it almost smells medicinal and I'm worried it might not be good for my skin. As someone sensitive to fragrances, I'm not a fan. Personally, I wouldn't recommend this product to those with dry or dehydrated skin types. If you do use it, you'll need to have a very solid skincare routine. As someone with normal-to-dry skin, when I first applied it, it clung to and accentuated the dryness on my face, which was quite problematic. Compared to other foundation products, this one does have a bit more of a darkening effect. It's not extreme for me, but the degree of darkening may vary depending on one's skin type and personal preferences. The product doesn't come with a pump, so you'll have to purchase one separately if you want to better control the amount you use. While not an absolute necessity, it does make it harder to dispense the right amount without the pump.
TipPersonally, I like both puffs and brushes, but I find that using a flat brush to spread the foundation, then patting it in with a damp, well-wrung puff, helps it adhere well without drying out the skin and gives a beautiful skin-like finish. For those who find the color or coverage lacking, you can mix in the foundation you normally use (whether lighter or darker) or a high-coverage foundation you already have to address those shortcomings.
- ๋ผ๋๋ผJul 3, 2019Combination SkinSensitive 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 The Hwahae Testers
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* Hwahae Trial Reviewer's review: - Texture It's not a runny, watery formula, but rather a light, thin application that sets to a matte finish. I personally love semi-matte foundations, so I really enjoyed the texture of this product. - Skin Finish It appears matte right after application, but as time passes, the oil and product blend together nicely to give a luminous glow. The application is smooth, and it doesn't go on too thick, so it works well with both sponges and brushes. * When using a sponge, you'll need to work quickly as the foundation sets fast. - Price Compared to other department store brand products, this is quite affordable and not too burdensome. - Shade Range There's a wide variety of shades and tones to choose from. - Coverage, longevity, and adherence were average and unremarkable.
Cons- Scent The chemical, rubbery scent is quite strong. Even though I'm not overly sensitive to scents, I found it quite potent. Those who are more sensitive may have a hard time with it. - Pump Sold Separately It's not a pump-dispenser product, so you'll need to purchase a pump separately. But the pump is only 3,000 won and the foundation itself is affordable, so it's not too much of a burden.
TipWhen first applying the foundation, the color can look much lighter than what's in the bottle. But once it's fully set, the color deepens. It's best to test the shade on your skin, not just swatch it on the back of your hand. Make sure to really pat it in to see the final, dried-down color before purchasing.