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- 그윽한딩고808003Oct 9, 2024Oily Skin
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ConsIt has no viscosity, so it starts to run out as soon as it comes out of the dropper. And the smell is not that great, it's similar to a chemical smell.
- 포비포빕Oct 6, 2024Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThe scent...? It's not a bad scent per se, but it has a somewhat hmm-inducing aroma. However, it dissipates quickly.
- 양도철Jun 26, 2024수부지Acne Skin
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ConsThe scent is a bit unpleasant, so it takes some getting used to. However, once you get used to it, it's still bearable. After opening, it's best to store it in the refrigerator and use it up as soon as possible, but since it's not a product that you use a lot at once, the amount doesn't decrease too quickly.
TipEven though I store it in the refrigerator, I'm still a bit hesitant to use it for a long time, so I mix it into my body lotion and apply it when I'm doing leg massages.
- 정돈된올빼미160829Mar 9, 2024Normal SkinAcne Skin
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ConsIf you're sensitive to scents, this might not be the best option for you. The unique fragrance is not very appealing.
- carol1219Mar 4, 2024Normal SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsThe scent is not very pleasant. And since it's an oil, it feels a bit greasy.
TipI have a bit of eczema on my face, so I'm only applying it around my nose and the sides of my nose every other day!
- ㅎㅈㅇ95Dec 28, 2023수부지
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ConsThe smell is a bit unpleasant. I don't like the smell every time I apply it.
- jumoonMar 27, 2023Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsYou must use the product within 3 months of opening!!! I just checked the expiration date after reading that reviews said the product may have gone bad if the scent is off. There is an oil-like scent, but I'm not sure if that's how it's supposed to smell or if it has gone bad. When used alone, it felt oily and heavy, and it caused some clogged pores, so I only use it occasionally. I personally preferred the 0.1% retinol cream over the 0.5% retinol oil.
TipIt's better to mix 1-2 drops of the oil into a lighter cream rather than using the oil alone. Using the oil alone can cause clogged pores... Trying to shrink pores ended up causing an oil explosion... I always mix it into a cream. Only use it at night, and don't use it with other active products. Cleanse gently as well!
- khvvNov 23, 2022수부지
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ConsThe fragrance is a bit disappointing, but it's still usable.
- 롤렌Nov 19, 2022Dry 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.ProsI am a regular user of COSRX products. So this time, I was curious about their retinol product and decided to try it out. My skin type is dry, but not overly sensitive, so I didn't experience any irritation even when using a high concentration of retinol. After using this product, I didn't feel any irritation at all, and it felt like just applying a light oil. Retinol is a suitable product for anti-aging, so I was able to see good results as well. If the oil texture is difficult to use, it would be fine to mix it into a cream.
ConsThe fragrance is not great.. I wonder why? And it's a bit of a hassle to refrigerate it after opening.. So I often forget to use it. That's a bit disappointing..
- runaticNov 19, 2022수부지Sensitive 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.ProsLike other retinol products, it helps improve skin texture. My skin is prone to breakouts due to excessive keratinization, and while the results are not dramatic, it does help calm down my breakouts. And I'm glad the bottle is not transparent, as retinol is sensitive to light.
ConsThe oil-based formula absorbs too slowly, leaving a greasy residue. Even using just a single drop, the absorption is poor. Even an hour after application, it still feels tacky on the surface, and touching my face leaves a slightly powdery residue. Out of the many retinol products I've tried, this is the first one that has had this greasy, unabsorbed quality. And the scent is unpleasant (though still tolerable). I didn't notice any improvement in fine lines either. With other lower-concentration retinol products, I've seen results even with minimal, short-term use, but that wasn't the case here.
TipSince this is a retinol product, it should only be used at night, and sunscreen is a must during the day. It should not be used concurrently with AHA/BHA products. I would only recommend this to those with dry skin types. For combination or oily skin types, I would suggest using a serum or cream-based retinol product instead.