Name: Essential Comfort Balancing Emulsion
Brand: Sulwhasoo
Rating: 4.38 (69 reviews)

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Essential Comfort Balancing Emulsion

Not Effective for Inner Dryness

Oily

Causes Breakouts

Rich

No Whitening Effect

Causes Allergic Reactions

Causes Itching

Pleasant Scent

Moisturizing

Hydrating

Easily Absorbed

Easy to Apply

Improves Skin Texture

Doesn't Sting

It doesn't have any standout features that meet my expectations. I guess being unremarkable is its main advantage.

It's pretty decent. The formula is gentle and the scent isn't as strong as I expected, so it should suit most skin types well.

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It might feel a bit greasy for those with oily skin at first, but after a while, it settles into a lovely, smooth finish. I really like it!

It absorbs beautifully and sinks into the skin so well. I think it would be great for both oily and dry skin types!

It's a bit disappointing that it's quite expensive for the amount you get, and it feels a bit light on the skin

I absolutely love how it keeps my skin hydrated and moisturized for such a long time

Personally, I find the strong fragrance a bit awkward every time I apply it. I don't think it delivers enough value for its price point in terms of functionality. But then again, that's not why people choose Sulwhasoo...

Thanks to my mother who's been using it since its department store days, I'm quite familiar with Sulwhasoo's Jaum line. It's more versatile than the Jaum Activator line. For an emulsion, it has a rich feel that's great for dry seasons. Where it really shines is as a gift for older folks - they're always delighted by the beautiful gift box packaging and the abundance of samples that come with it. If you discreetly ask and find they don't have a set skincare routine, I'd recommend this or the Jaum Activator line as a gift option.

I apply the Dr.G moisturizer before using this product

While it absorbs quickly, which is nice, I feel like it might be causing some deep dryness

It's great how moisturizing this product is and how quickly it absorbs into the skin

The quantity is a bit small for the price point. The glass container, while luxurious, requires careful handling and is quite heavy. However, it's worth noting that you can earn beauty points by returning the empty container at department stores.

The absorbs beautifully, gliding on smoothly without any sticky feeling. It sinks in effortlessly. My skin was struggling with dryness, itchiness, and redness during the seasonal change, but regularly applying this emulsion has helped significantly. I've been able to layer it and gradually return to my usual skincare routine. The fragrance isn't irritating, and the pump packaging makes it convenient to use.

Not recommended for blemish-prone skin as it might be a bit oily.

It absorbs well and applies smoothly. It's not too greasy, and the scent is lovely.

The pump nozzle on my bottle (which might be the pre-redesign packaging) has a flat top without a protruding hole, making it hard to distinguish from above. This may have changed with the redesign though...

Just a simple, non-sticky emulsion... Probably won't be too divisive in terms of likes and dislikes

Even though I have dry skin, it feels a bit too rich for me in the summer!

As soon as the chilly winds start blowing, I immediately reach for this product. It's excellent at combating deep dryness and keeps my skin so hydrated that my makeup applies beautifully!

I'm extremely satisfied with this product, but if I had to mention one drawback, it would be the high price point.

As someone with extremely dry skin, I've been using this from high school through my mid-thirties. I tried switching to other products in between, but ultimately came back to Sulwhasoo. This emulsion is the perfect match for me.

If you have oily skin, I'd recommend avoiding this product! It feels quite rich, and although I can't say for certain, I think it might have caused some blemishes...

I generously apply this emulsion after my toner. I used to experience dryness frequently, but since I started using this product, I haven't felt my skin being dry at all! I'm not sure if it's solely because of this, but my skin texture has improved and my complexion has become brighter!

The price is quite steep, and if not used correctly, it can potentially cause blemishes

It definitely feels rich in nourishing ingredients, leaving the skin feeling deeply hydrated

I'm still not quite used to the scent. Plus, the price is a bit jaw-dropping. Hmm, occasionally I get a few blemishes - maybe because it moisturizes so well?

My face tends to be dry, but this product has just the right amount of richness for proper hydration.

- Despite the brand image suggesting it would have few allergens, I experienced what seemed like allergic reactions on my face. After investigating the ingredients, I realized why. I recommend trying a sample first. While it didn't cause itching, I was surprised to see blemishes appear on my face.

- Seems to cause blemishes, possibly due to the ingredients. It doesn't agree with my skin. I've noticed this a few times.
- The price point is quite high.

- Absorbs beautifully into the skin
- Instantly feels hydrating upon application

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