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- 고양이지구용사Jan 8, 2024 (UTC)수부지Sensitive 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.Pros♻️ Zero Waste: Almang Store is great! As a one-year zero waste practitioner, I've transformed my bathroom, but tackling skincare was challenging. On a trip to Seoul, I visited Almang Store and picked up some goodies! Monage offers various products beyond creams. I loved being able to buy just the amount of cream and lip balm I needed! Hope to see more of these at Almang Store or other zero waste shops. Skin type: Combination dehydrated Used for 17 days in winter (from 23.12.23) 1. Hydration/Lasting power (my personal take) Hydration: Above average Lasting power: Average Even in winter, I didn't feel itchy or parched by evening. My previous summer PJG cica cream left me constantly reapplying in fall - so uncomfortable! With Monage, one application was enough, saving me from fussing with my face all day. While it's not miraculously amazing in hydration and lasting power, as a face cream nomad, I'd say it 'hits the mark!' I keep notes on products I've tried, and Monage cream is definitely on my repurchase consideration list. 2. Oil content It's on the richer side, but not overwhelmingly so - perfect for winter! Definitely less oily than my previous STR24 madeca cream or RLSPJ cica balm, which I appreciate. However, it's not lightweight, so I wouldn't recommend it for very oily skin or summer use. As a winter cream, I actually like the nourishing richness. 3. Texture Spreads smoothly. Not too thick, which is nice. 4. Blemishes: None really My skin is sensitive to product changes. This didn't dramatically improve my skin, but it didn't cause any new breakouts either. No noticeable irritation! 5. Value for money I refilled 20g, and after 2+ weeks, I still have half left! It spreads well, so a little goes a long way. You don't need to apply much, so it lasts. I reckon a 100ml full-size would last about 5 months!
Cons1. Limited accessibility The lack of easy access to physical stores is a bit disappointing. I couldn't find any stockists (though I might have missed them!), so it seems online purchase is the only option. That's a drawback for me, as I prefer to test products in-store before buying. It's especially sad for those of us outside Seoul who can't visit Almang Store often.
Tip>> Recommended season: Winter As someone with combination dehydrated skin, I recommend using this in winter! It might be too heavy for summer. For combination dehydrated skin, it should work well in spring, fall, and winter - just skip summer.