LEADERS First Shot Essence Stick [Toning Control] Reviews

Name: First Shot Essence Stick [Toning Control]
Brand: LEADERS
Rating: 4.03 (110 reviews)

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5 Reviews

요염한산토끼754698
Jan 26, 2024
Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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Pros
Although my skin is dry, I've noticed that my skin tone is gradually becoming whiter.
Cons
However, those with sensitive skin should not use this as it can cause breakouts.

유댕115
Apr 12, 2022
Dry Skin
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Pros
The stick product is so well-known that I was curious and decided to try it! Effect: They say it has whitening and blemish-improving effects, but I think you need to use it for a long time to see those results. For now, I didn't notice any noticeable effects... Texture: It has more of a lightweight stick feel rather than a thick, creamy one. It's like a light lip balm. Rather than an intense moisturizing feel, it just provides a slight sense of hydration. Can it be used over makeup?: When I applied it over makeup, it felt like it was slightly moving the makeup underneath... Of course, you can fix that, but when I tried using it like a highlighter stick, since it's not a highly moisturizing product, I didn't get a glossy effect.
Cons
Sensitivity: This is where I had to take off a star. I tried applying it both over makeup and on top of skincare, and it left reddish marks only on the areas I applied it. Luckily, it didn't cause any inflammation or breakouts, but I'm cautious about using it all over my face...

M2NJA2
Mar 18, 2022
Combination SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
- Skin: Dryness, freckles, small acne 1. Moisturizing power: The area around my lips and cheeks were dry, so I applied it to those areas and the cheekbone area with freckles. (Not on the lips) Using the stick alone feels a bit drying, but when I used it with my usual skincare products, my skin felt much more hydrated! (Can you see the glow in the photo?) 2. Brighter skin tone, blemish reduction: I wanted to focus the review on freckles and blemishes, but it doesn't seem like there's much change. I looked at a photo I took 2 weeks ago, and my dull skin does look a bit brighter! The freckles haven't faded much in 2 weeks of use, but I think with long-term use, they will lighten significantly. 3. No new breakouts! 4. It's a convenient size to carry around when going out.
Cons
1. It's thick and stiff: It needs to be melted and applied thoroughly. When I just applied it to my face, it made my skin red.. (Refer to the photo after 2 weeks of use) You need to fully absorb the skincare products you used before and then apply this, otherwise it won't spread well due to the thick texture. • Applying it after makeup is not recommended at all.
Tip
Warm it up a bit with your fingers before applying to the skin

작심오일
Mar 17, 2022
Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
🎀 This is a review from the Hwahae Trial Reviewer💖 Before starting the review, I have combination skin with dryness and extreme sensitivity.😁 🙂 It seems like a stroke of genius to create a balm that can be used to specifically manage the dry areas.🤩 🙂 The scent is almost fragrance-free, and I didn't feel bothered by it at all during use! 🙂 It felt lightweight and comfortable, without any sticky or unpleasant sensations, as if I wasn't wearing anything.
Cons
🙁 It seems like there might have been an ingredient that didn't agree with me, as a bump appeared on the area where I applied it.. I quickly stopped using it and am in the process of removing it, but I'm not sure what the issue was..ㅠㅠ
Tip
It didn't work for me, but it worked well for my friend. And I wrote this based on my 4-day experience of using it.

언제예뻐지나요
Mar 17, 2022
Combination SkinAcne Skin
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Pros
📌 I had to stop using the product after 3 days as it continued to cause skin troubles. Please take note. ✔️ Convenience The stick format is great as it doesn't get messy on my hands, and I could apply it smoothly and conveniently. I'd recommend this to those who find applying products on the skin to be a hassle! ✔️ Fragrance It's not unscented, but the fragrance is not overpowering and has a subtle aroma. Since it's applied directly on the skin, the fragrance is barely noticeable. ✔️ Spreadability It spreads evenly without clumping. I couldn't tell if I had applied it or not, and even when I layered it, it didn't feel heavy or stuffy. ✔️ No dryness the next day After cleansing, I just applied this product and went to sleep. The next day, there was no dryness at all, and my skin wasn't oily either - it was in good condition.
Cons
✔️ Skin Troubles The biggest disappointment was the skin troubles. When I first started using the product, I had a slight breakout, thinking it might be an existing blemish trying to surface. But the troubles didn't subside, and I kept experiencing recurrent cystic acne and closed comedones, so I had to stop using it..ㅠ
Tip
The usage instructions say to apply it after completing your entire skincare routine, but I tried different methods and found that applying the stick right after cleansing, and then immediately going to sleep after applying a hydrating mask, worked well for me. The next day, my skin felt supple without any tightness, and my complexion looked smoother.