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- jlivsApr 8, 2025Combination Skin
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ConsOver time, as the soap becomes smaller, it becomes more difficult to create lather. In those cases, using a loofah can help create lather, but it can be a bit inconvenient. It would be great if travel-sized smaller versions were available.
TipIt is good to use the Donggu field rinse together. I sometimes manage my scalp/hair with coffee, and when used together, I feel that my hair becomes thicker and healthier.
- 고민이고민Feb 10, 2025Normal Skin
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ConsIf the price were just a bit more affordable, it would be perfect. And it would be great if there were more offline purchase locations. I really don't want to have to order just one bar of soap for delivery.
- 먼지패밀리Nov 2, 2024Combination SkinAcne Skin
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ConsTo be honest, if I just look at the product quality, I would give it a 3 out of 5 or even a 2.5. But since the limitations or characteristics of a shampoo bar are inherent, I rated it a 4. While washing my hair with the shampoo bar, there is a stiff feeling that is really quite rare! (Of course, compared to regular shampoo, it is still stiffer!) However, when rinsing it off, I really get a sudden stiff feeling, and especially when drying my hair, it becomes so stiff that brushing is quite difficult. If you have short or bob-length hair, you can probably tolerate it, but as someone with long hair, I found it very inconvenient every time I dried my hair. 😢 And the longer the hair, the faster it wears down... I bought the shampoo bar to be eco-friendly, but considering the price of regular shampoo, it is on the pricier side.
TipI've tried all three types of Donggu Field shampoo bars - oily, dry, and normal. My scalp is neither too dry nor too oily, so I didn't experience any issues like excessive dandruff or greasy buildup with any of the three products. They all seemed to be the same product to me, just with different colors.
- 파송송양파Aug 21, 2024Oily SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsThe only downside is that since I do want to repurchase it, I wish the price was a bit more affordable.
TipThe only downside is that since I do want to repurchase it, I wish the price was a bit more affordable.
- 권짱이Aug 20, 2024Combination SkinSensitive 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.ProsI've used it for over a week, using it for two days and then skipping a day with shampoo. Since I'm using it alone, I couldn't have someone help me check if I'm getting enough lather, so I took pictures of the lather I was able to create with my hands... As you can see, even just using my hands, the lather forms well! The lather also gets very rich and abundant when applied to my hair. The scent may be a bit divisive, but since I just think of it as a bar of soap, I wasn't too bothered by the fact that it doesn't have a particularly fragrant scent. I thought my hair would get very stiff (?) after washing, but it's not as bad as I expected, so it's usable. I'd recommend it as an occasional-use item! However, you'll likely need to use a conditioner or treatment after using the shampoo bar.
ConsThere's not really any downside. However, since it's for normal hair, I wouldn't recommend it for those with oily scalps. I'm not sure if it's because of the shampoo bar, but I did get a pimple on my scalp... I'll have to keep using it to see.
TipI first thoroughly wet my hair, then use my hands to work up a lather before applying the bar to my hair and lathering it up. After rinsing, I use a hair treatment.
- 상히짜응Aug 19, 2024수부지Sensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsA shampoo cap is an essential product. You can buy one cheaply at Daiso, which would be a good option to use for a long time!
- thecellAug 19, 2024Combination SkinAcne Skin
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ConsI usually use a soap dish or soap net to avoid the soap getting too soft, but the Dongubat cloth soap net I have at home doesn't dry well, so I'm using a Daiso soap net instead. Thinking about microplastics, this part is a bit disappointing.
- 챙요니Aug 19, 2024Dry SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skinproduct.Atopy Skin
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ConsSince I have a very oily scalp, the shampoo couldn't completely remove the oil buildup from the previous evening when I washed in the morning. I exercise frequently, so I was worried this product might not be suitable for my oily scalp, and sure enough, the oil started coming back just 3-4 hours after use. This product is truly meant for normal to dry hair types. Those with oily hair may be able to use it in the winter, but it's not the best choice for them.
TipI like to attach a plastic cap to the back of the soap bar. That way, the soap doesn't get too soft and mushy. When it gets a bit wet, the plastic cap from a pet bottle sticks right on and keeps the soap in good shape.
- 윤99Aug 19, 2024수부지Sensitive 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.Pros[Hwahae Trial Reviewer's Review] 1. Fragrance: It says it's grapefruit scented, but I don't smell it at all. It has a typical natural cosmetics? smell. It's not unpleasant, but it's not fragrant either. 2. Lather: This is my first time using a shampoo bar, so I was worried if it would lather well. But it lathers really well. Just rubbing it on the scalp a couple of times creates a rich lather. Even on my oily scalp, the lather lasts for two days after washing. It's as good as a liquid shampoo. 3. Oily Scalp: I have an oily scalp, but this seems to be for normal to dry hair. Sure enough, the oil comes back the next day. Those with very oily scalps might find it gets greasy too quickly. Recommended for those with normal to dry hair. 4. Convenience: I use it without a separate holder, just placing it on the sink, and it's not inconvenient at all. The soap is firm, so it doesn't get mushy, and the shape is well-maintained.
ConsThere's just one thing - since it's a solid, if you don't wet the soap enough when first applying it to the scalp, some hair does fall out and the soap sticks to the hair. The soap formula is quite firm, so rubbing it on in a dry state doesn't seem right.
TipYou need to wet the soap sufficiently before applying it! Otherwise, your hair will fall out and get stuck to the soap ㅠㅠ And I found out it's made by a company that collaborates with people with disabilities. That's great 👍
- 감곽곽Aug 19, 2024Oily 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.Pros✋🏻Usage Experience I was worried that the soap would be stiff when I first used it, but it wasn't as stiff as I had expected. It cleanses well and the lather is soft, rolling nicely through my hair. However, you'll need to use a conditioner after rinsing to make your hair soft. 👃🏻Fragrance It has a light floral scent that is not overbearing. It seems to be a light fragrance that won't be disliked by many. 💭Cleansing Power Although it's for normal hair, it had sufficient cleansing power even for my oily scalp. I'm not extremely oily, but my forehead and crown tend to get oily by the evening. But after using this normal hair shampoo bar from Dongguban, I felt my scalp became less oily and fluffier. 💙Perceived Effects Most importantly, I had been getting pimples due to the hot weather, but they started to subside after using this product! I felt it cleansed the oil and impurities well during the hot summer. 🍀Dongguban is a social enterprise that aims to employ over 50% of its staff as people with developmental disabilities. And recently, they fully compensated the damages suffered by customers and partner companies due to Tmon's no-exchange, no-refund policy. (Source: Dongguban website) The product quality also seems good, so those interested may want to give it a try.
ConsIt would be nice if the package included information about other product lines in the same series. From the consumer's perspective, having an easier way to access information about the product range would be helpful.
TipYou can lather it directly on your hair and it foams up quite well. Leaving it on for 2-3 minutes and then rinsing makes it cleanse even more thoroughly.