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- 최혜기Dec 31, 2021Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Cons🔸Not creamy enough The foam lathers up well, but even with a loofah, it doesn't create a creamy, dense lather. It seems the soap itself doesn't produce a very compact, dense foam. 🔸Slippery finish Previous cleansers I used all left a clean, refreshed feeling, but this one leaves my skin feeling a bit slippery even after rinsing. This could be perceived as moisturizing by some, but personally, I don't prefer this kind of finish. However, when I used it as a shampoo, this same finish actually helped make my hair feel less stiff. 🔸Dryness As a combination skin type, I don't usually experience extreme dryness right after cleansing, but this soap made my skin feel quite tight and parched. For those with drier skin, the drying effect may be even more pronounced. To minimize the tightness, it would be best to follow up with skincare immediately after using this in the shower.
TipThe soap bar wears down and shrinks quickly, so I've divided it into 4 pieces and am using one piece at a time. This seems to make it last a bit longer. While it's marketed as an all-in-one, it's just average for body use, and since I'm using it on my face, hair, and body, one piece gets used up within a week. I think it's best to use it only for cleansing my face and hair, not for the whole body.
- 진이네Dec 29, 2021Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsAs someone with dry skin, I was quite satisfied, but my oily-skinned husband didn't use it much as he felt it was a bit slippery. When my skin condition is poor, I sometimes experience allergic reactions, and there are times when I feel itchy after showering.
- 러블리곰냥이Dec 24, 2021Combination SkinSensitive Skin
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This review was written by a Hwahae Trial Reviewer 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. Trial Reviewers' reviews undergo the same strict verification process as regular reviews, and if they don't meet our standards, revisions will be requested.ProsBy the way, I'm extremely sensitive, delicate, and have atopic dermatitis, so most of my face is like a burning sweet potato. The first impression! The fragrance is strong. It's like putting a diffuser in the bathroom. But it's not so strong that it gives you a headache, thankfully. It's said to be a mildly acidic soap, so it can be used as an all-in-one, so today I tried using it for both showering and shampooing. It's foamy, but not as drying as it used to be, where I'd have to rush to the vanity after cleansing. It's firmer than expected, so it doesn't seem like it would crumble easily, but I think it's even firmer because it's winter. Using this one product from head to toe makes the rinsing faster, so my shower time has also been reduced.
ConsI think I saw a review saying it's slippery, but why is it just foamy for me? It's more like a mildly alkaline soap than an acidic one, isn't it? I believed the review saying it's slippery, so I thought the shampoo wouldn't make my hair too stiff, but sure enough... It's stiff. I almost pulled out all my hair while washing my hair. The experience may differ from person to person, but it's not great for me.
TipIt's best not to use the shampoo bar on dyed or permed hair. Other than when washing your hair, it's usable.
- alohatodayNov 4, 2021Combination SkinAcne Skin
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This review was written by a Hwahae Trial Reviewer 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. Trial Reviewers' reviews 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 essence oil fragrance is so nice. The lemongrass scent is quite strong, but it only lasts intensely during the washing time since it's for cleansing. True to its mildly acidic nature, it leaves a smooth feeling on the skin. So I tried using it as a shampoo bar instead of makeup cleansing, and it's a hit! I've been using several domestic and imported shampoo bars to reduce plastic waste, and the calamine pink bar is the softest, lathers up easily, and leaves my hair feeling smooth even after drying. It's a true top-to-toe solution! (It even comes with a soap net and magnetic holder, so it's perfect.)
ConsIt has the characteristic of a mildly acidic cleansing product, where it leaves the skin feeling slightly slick upon finishing. It's not squeaky clean. If you prefer that squeaky clean feeling, this may feel unfamiliar. So while it's gentle and moisturizing, I tend to do some makeup, so I find it more suitable for morning face washing or (as mentioned in the pros) using it as a shampoo bar.
TipShampoo, shampoo, shampoo bar. Everyone, stop using shampoo bottles and try this shampoo bar instead.
- 베어어얼Nov 3, 2021Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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This review was written by a Hwahae Trial Reviewer 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. Trial Reviewers' reviews 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 Review💗 > First of all, the scent is so lovely! As soon as I opened the packaging, a nice fragrance of lavender and lemongrass wafted out - it was right up my alley. > I used it for both face cleansing and body wash, and the lather was great. After rinsing, my skin felt smooth and soft! Personally, I liked using it more as a body wash. Even after drying off, my skin didn't feel tight or dry, but stayed moisturized🥰 > I have sensitive skin, but it didn't irritate me at all. I've been using it without any issues. If it continues to work well, I'll consider purchasing it for regular use. > I liked that it's a zero-waste product with minimal packaging, so there's no unnecessary waste. Compared to products in plastic bottles, this is more environmentally friendly to use🌿 > The amount is quite generous, so I think it will last me a long time!
Cons> There's really not much I dislike about it. If I had to nitpick, it might be that it feels a bit slippery when cleansing. But it was fine for me personally. Those who prefer a more squeaky-clean feeling from cleansers might find it a bit divisive.
Tip> The soap dish and drying rack came with it, and I found it works best to use it without any excess water. Using it while the product is fully dried is the way to go~! Using it this way while drying it out is ideal🌸