NOTTYCURLY CALMING BALM Reviews
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jo********Jan 25, 2025Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne SkinReview under verification
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This is a rich, creamy balm-type product with a dense, velvety texture, unlike regular creams. It's a great moisturizing product to use in the chilly weather these days. Some highly moisturizing products can leave a heavy, sticky residue on the skin if not absorbed well, but the Aerials Snap Calming Balm absorbs smoothly into the skin upon contact with body heat, without leaving a heavy, stuffy feeling. After applying a generous amount and waking up the next morning, my skin felt incredibly soft and smooth. The packaging is also aesthetically pleasing, with a vibrant blue color that makes it a great collector's item. The box is so beautifully designed as well. This product not only provides great hydration but also has a soothing effect, helping to calm redness and reduce the appearance of blemishes.
Cons
One downside is that the product is packaged in a metal tube. While it is aesthetically pleasing and beautiful, it was difficult to use! The sides would easily tear and it would become sharply crumpled. Once it's crumpled, it's hard to restore, so you have to be careful when handling it.😂😂
- nr*******Sep 25, 2024Dehydrated SkinBrightening/Dark SpotsSebum/BlackheadsInner DrynessRedness
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Usage experience: Extremely gentle and moisturizing, long-lasting hydration Usage duration: Have been using it consistently since the Aerial's Snap days Skin type: Occasionally gets pimples, very sensitive skin due to frequent skin treatments, thin skin I happened to purchase it through a Wadiz crowdfunding campaign since the Aerial's Snap days, and have been using it ever since! I use both the white and blue versions! Haha This blue cream is... gentle and makes the skin feel soft and supple. It's perfect for applying in the evening. Since my skin is sensitive, when I use various ingredients, it quickly becomes irritated and red, but this product doesn't cause that at all. Especially this past holiday season, when I had a skin treatment done at the hospital, the moisturizing ampoule they recommended was so irritating that I couldn't use it at all. So I tried using this instead, and lo and behold, there was no irritation whatsoever, and the irritated areas calmed down. In fact, when I applied the blue one, it felt like a protective barrier, and my irritated skin felt protected. Also, since I have combination skin (was acne-prone in school days), I used to have quite severe redness, but after using this, my moisture balance seems to have been restored, and the redness has been greatly reduced, and my skin tone has brightened noticeably. In the past, I thought I had oily skin, so I used only moisturizing creams, but that just made my oil production increase even more. The Nautically blue cream isn't oily, but it's not just pure moisture either - it has a nice, slightly rich feel, and when I wake up, my skin is definitely super soft and supple. It's made with gentle ingredients, so I feel reassured using it, even on my baby's skin. I used to get so tired searching YouTube videos and blog reviews to find the right product, but now that I've found this holy grail, it's so convenient and great! Haha
Cons
At first, I applied it generously, thinking it would make my skin even more moisturized, but it ended up feeling heavy. A thin layer is sufficient. The previous packaging was made of aluminum(?) or something, so it was a bit inconvenient to squeeze out the last bits, but the renewed packaging seems more convenient.
Tip
Recommend applying in a thin layer. If it feels insufficient, you can apply a few thin layers. When I have the time, I sometimes use a spatula to spread it, which makes it feel like it absorbs better! Haha
- dk******Sep 24, 2024Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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I've tried it out... I usually don't bother writing real reviews, but my friend kept raving about it, so I gave it a shot. After applying it, I noticed the next day that the blemish on my forehead had calmed down??I used to have recurring breakouts that really stressed me out. They said it's good for dry skin, and I guess that's true..it's truly an amazing product👍
Cons
I thought the lack of fragrance was a downside, but I heard that fragrance can actually be bad for the skin, so I don't think that's an issue!
Tip
A tip I got from a friend was to apply it a bit more generously in the evening and sleep with it on. They said it would make my skin super moisturized the next day, and after trying it, I found that while over-applying isn't recommended, applying it a bit more thickly does have a nice night mask effect, leaving my skin feeling noticeably softer and more hydrated the following day.
- rl******Sep 23, 2024Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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💙 Usage Experience I used the product during the cool autumn weather recently, and my face tends to get dry and taut around this time of year. But when I applied it as the last step of my nighttime skincare routine and went to bed, my face felt great in the morning - no tightness at all! After application, it left a soft, supple feeling rather than an oily, shiny one, which I really enjoyed!❤️ 💙 Texture The texture is quite dense, but it doesn't feel sticky or overly dry. Even during this transitional season when my skin can feel suffocated from layering various products, the Calming Balm didn't have that heavy, stuffy sensation. 💙 Fragrance It's fragrance-free!! As someone who dislikes the typical fragrance of cosmetics, I'm very satisfied with this.🫶🫶 💙 Packaging The blue and white packaging is so pretty! The stickers included are also really cute. The overall aesthetic is so on-point, I can't help but reach for it!
Cons
🖤 Usage Experience The only downside to the usage experience is that it doesn't have an abundance of moisture, so those with dry or dehydrated skin may feel a bit dry after application. In the dead of winter, I'd recommend pairing it with an additional moisturizer. 🖤 Breakouts I'm not sure about its effectiveness in improving blemishes - I didn't experience any new breakouts after using it. 🖤 Tube Design Maybe it's just me, but I find the tube cap to be quite stiff and difficult to open.
Tip
🍯 Pro Tip I used to do a pad-serum-cream routine to get through the summer, but as the transitional season approached and my face started feeling tight, I've been applying the Calming Balm as the last step in my nighttime routine lately. I've noticed my face feels less tight in the morning, and my makeup applies better as well!ㅎㅎ
Reviewed by The Hwahae Testers - tn***********Sep 23, 2024Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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Usage: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ When applied, it feels a bit tight at first, but it absorbs smoothly. The packaging is also in a tube format, so it's lightweight and easy to carry around and apply. It's light and refreshing. Texture: Balm I usually use creamy textures for soothing skin creams, but this one is not bad either! Fragrance: Fragrance-free When I apply it and think about going to bed, the state is good, but since it's fragrance-free, I like it! It's like my skin looks so good in the morning that I can't even tell I applied it. haha The design is also clean, and they gave me a sticker, so I'm enjoying using it!
Cons
There's nothing I dislike. But if I had to pick, the design is clean and pretty, but it could be even prettier!
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so*******Sep 21, 2024Dry SkinSensitive SkinBrightening/Dark SpotsDark CirclesInner DrynessWrinkles/ElasticityEnlarged PoresReview under verification
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🌼 Gentle and long-lasting hydration✨ - At first, I wasn't sure if it was rapidly hydrating, but I felt a subtle, long-lasting hydration. When I woke up, my skin wasn't dry and felt soothed, which I really liked😊 🌼 Creamy but smooth application 👍🏻 - The texture was a bit thicker than other calming balms, but it spread smoothly and evenly with a soft, comfortable feel. 🌼 Effective in soothing the skin 👍🏻 - With the changing seasons, my skin has been acting up, but after using the Calming Balm, the soothing effect was noticeably faster! They said it's a soothing product for divers, and it really did an excellent job at calming my skin.
Cons
🌼 Hardly any disappointing aspects, a near-perfect product✨ - While using other calming balms, there are often some downsides or disappointing aspects, but the Nautical Calming Balm was a product I reached for frequently without any particular issues.
Tip
🌼 Use Vitamin C serum before the Calming Balm✨
Reviewed by The Hwahae Testers- kg*********Sep 21, 2024Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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This is a Hwahae Trial Reviewer review! Skin Type: Extremely dry in the winter, but combination skin the rest of the year. My skin is very thin and extremely sensitive. Product Review: First of all, as a night care/winter cream, the moisturizing effect is amazing! This product has a very dense texture. That's why I thought it might not be able to tackle my inner dryness. But as others mentioned, if you apply it thinly and layer it on the drier areas, the moisture lasts on your face. If you properly hydrate in the previous step, the inner dryness won't be much of an issue. And usually products with great moisturizing properties tend to have an oily finish, where you can see the oil floating on top later on. But this product has an amazing finish. It applies smoothly and softly, and maintains that soft finish even after application. It never feels greasy or shiny. This was the best part for me. I've attached a photo of the product texture. Also, as a soothing cream, I was able to use it on my sensitive skin. When I first started using this, my skin was a bit irritated, but after applying this, I felt a lot of soothing. It didn't make my skin oily at all, and my breakouts didn't worsen either. Overall, I was very satisfied with this product. I would repurchase it!
Cons
To be honest, I don't really have any major downsides. But it might be a bit heavy to use in the middle of summer!
Tip
It works best if you apply a thin layer all over and then layer it on the drier areas.
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an********Sep 21, 2024Dehydrated SkinSensitive SkinInner DrynessEnlarged PoresReview under verification
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First of all, the packaging is so beautiful when I first received it! I included before and after photos, and the bumps around my eyes have definitely subsided, and the traces near my cheeks also calmed down the very next day, which was quite surprising~ And although I have somewhat sensitive skin, I used it without any trouble! Apparently, it has also completed low-irritation testing It keeps my skin well-hydrated and calms it down quickly, so I think I'll use it well! Among the many moisturizing and soothing products, this one seems to be one of the top-ranked ones👍
Cons
I thought it would be a bit thick, but it actually felt quite lightweight when applying~
Tip
I thought it would be a bit thick, but it actually felt quite lightweight when applying~
Reviewed by The Hwahae Testers- de*********Sep 21, 2024Dehydrated SkinSensitive SkinAcne SkinBrightening/Dark SpotsSebum/Blackheads
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"It is very effective for skin damaged by UV rays" ✔️Fragrance-free product I'm a sensitive person who suffers from headaches, so I'm very sensitive to the scent of cosmetics, but the Calming Balm has no smell at all (recommended for those with morning sickness☺️) ✔️Application I thought the Calming Balm would have a thick texture, but it was closer to a moisturizing cream! I have combination skin that is very sensitive, and in the transitional seasons & winter, my skin gets dry and flaky.. The product was recommended as a night care, but for dry skin types, it can also be used as a light cream before makeup. ✔️Skin Barrier Improvement My skin barrier was damaged from misusing a peeling gel, leaving my skin blotchy and irritated. But after applying a thick layer (the size of a 10-won coin) for about 3 days and sleeping with it, I saw an improvement in my damaged skin barrier.
Cons
✔️Soothing Effect.. The soothing effect, which I had expected the most, was not as effective as I had hoped..ㅠ It did help reduce the heat sensation in my skin, but it did not have a significant effect on redness and skin irritation. I would not recommend this to those looking for a restorative cream. ✔️Moisturizing As a night cream, I didn't feel it was very moisturizing. I would recommend it in the summer, but in the winter, the moisturizing effect is lacking. It feels more like it's creating a barrier on the skin's surface rather than deeply hydrating it.
Tip
🍀Try mixing it with madecassoside powder! Improved skin barrier + Soothing troubled skin = Excellent skin condition
Reviewed by The Hwahae Testers - sj*****Sep 20, 2024Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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Honest Review 👉👉🫰 ⭐️Impressions: Although I was selected as a Hwahae Trial Reviewer, I will leave an honest review! I heard it was suitable for outdoor use, and I happened to be selected and got to go to a water park, so I wanted to let you know about the review, but due to delivery issues, I couldn't take it with me and calmed down with something else. 😰 I'll add more when I go out. It seems to be just right to use mainly before bed in daily life. In the morning, I felt a bit heavy, so it seems to be good to use when you need to calm down acne and milia at night! Rating: 🌕🌕🌕🌘 🌟Skin condition: -Skin with cystic acne and milia -Sensitive + combination skin -A lot of heat on the cheeks ⭐️Differences before and after: Recently, my skin has become very sensitive, and I had a lot of milia and a few cystic acne. After using it for 3 days, based on the reviews, it seems suitable for nighttime use, so I used it at night, and the milia definitely disappeared, and the skin on my cheeks and forehead became smoother! Troubles: The cystic acne still appeared reddish in the morning, and I had to cover it up a lot! And maybe because I used it in the summer, a lot of oily sebum came up in the morning when I woke up! 🌟 What I liked: I really liked the tube type and the fragrance-free. I'm used to using tube-type products, so there was no problem at all. Other soothing tube-type products had a somewhat factory-like smell, but this one was fragrance-free, so there was no discomfort in using it. And I thought the night cream would be very heavy, but it wasn't as heavy as I thought! And I felt like my skin texture was more refined!
Cons
⭐️Impressions: - It seems that this product was not a good fit for my combination skin, as it had too much oil content. - It did not have a significant effect on my inflammatory acne! (However, it worked very well for my closed comedones!) - The amount provided was smaller than expected, so those of us who apply it generously may go through it quickly. A larger size option would be helpful.
Tip
⭐️Honey Tip: -Highly recommended for mature individuals! It thoroughly hydrates and visibly improves skin texture! -Acne bumps disappear overnight after application, so I'd recommend it if you have quite a few of them! -I suggest using it in the fall and winter rather than summer.
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