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- skincare:)Feb 27, 2025Combination SkinSensitive Skinproduct.Atopy 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.ProsHwahae Essential Serum Review ✔️ Product Introduction Hwahae Essential Serum is a mild serum that focuses on strengthening the skin barrier and soothing. All ingredients are EWG green-rated, so even sensitive skin can use it with confidence. It features a gentle formula that has passed skin irritation tests. ✔️ Usage Experience and Effects 1. Texture & Application • Lightweight and moisturizing watery gel-type serum • Applies smoothly on the skin and absorbs quickly • Non-sticky and refreshing finish, suitable for both morning and evening use 2. Moisturizing & Soothing Effects • Skin feels comfortable and instantly hydrated upon application • Layers well without pilling, and helps control dehydration • Consistent use can help calm redness and sensitive skin 3. Post-Use Changes • Skin texture becomes softer and moisturization lasts long • Low oil content, suitable for combination and oily skin types • On days with severe tightness, layering the serum after toner boosts hydration ✔️ Advantages ✅ EWG green-rated ingredients for low irritation ✅ Fast absorption & refreshing feel, long-lasting hydration without stickiness ✅ Excellent soothing effects and helps improve dehydration Overall Impression ✔️ Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) ✔️ Highly recommended for sensitive & combination skin! ✔️ Optimal daily serum for those seeking refreshing hydration and skin soothing If you're looking for a mild and moisturizing serum, the Hwahae Essential Serum would be a great choice. It absorbs lightly without stickiness, while providing effective hydration and soothing, making it particularly recommended for sensitive and combination skin types.
ConsThe shortcomings ❌ Dry skin may lack sufficient moisturization when used alone - it is recommended to use it together with a cream ❌ The effects of immediate whitening or wrinkle improvement are not significant
- starlight01Feb 10, 2025Combination 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.ProsLightweight yet sufficient moisturization -The lightweight serum formula feels hydrating without being overbearing. -It feels dewy upon application but dries down to a non-sticky, refreshing finish. Mild ingredients and gentle usage -It's minimally irritating, making it suitable for sensitive skin. -With its overall gentle formulation, it's suitable for daily serum use. Rapid absorption -It sinks into the skin quickly, allowing for easy layering with other skincare products. -It can be used in the morning before makeup without pilling. Decent quality for the price -It provides basic hydration at an affordable cost. -It can be a satisfactory choice for those seeking a cost-effective serum.
Cons☑️Hwahae's moisture retention could be improved -It feels moisturizing right after application, but dryness may be felt over time. -For dry skin, it's better to use it together with a cream rather than on its own. ☑️Lacks specialized functionalities -Beyond basic moisturizing, it's difficult to expect additional benefits like whitening or firming. -It's more suitable for light, everyday use rather than intensive care. ☑️The volume may be depleted quickly (as can be seen in the photo, it was used for almost a month and the volume was quickly depleted.) -The thin formulation may lead to using more product. -If used morning and night daily, the volume may feel like it runs out quickly.
TipAfter using a toner to refine the skin texture, applying a generous amount of serum and lightly allowing it to absorb can help maintain a more moisturized feel. When experiencing severe dryness, layering the serum twice and finishing with a cream can increase the lasting hydration. If searching for a cost-effective daily serum, this product could be a satisfactory option.
- kiwiiiiiiDec 13, 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.ProsIt was great that it wasn't too rich and absorbed quickly.
ConsI don't really feel any functionality. There's no real whitening effect, and the only thing that's there is moisturizing, but I had to apply it two or three times to feel moisturized.
- 시니은이Jun 16, 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.ProsNo skin irritation whatsoever No fragrance irritation whatsoever Good spreadability and absorbs well Can feel the skin becoming more moisturized Good for applying daily without any burden.
ConsOther functions besides hydration and moisturizing (such as whitening, wrinkle improvement, etc.) are not present.
- 양옹이야May 3, 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.ProsIt's great for light application, and there's no stickiness or freshness after application! It's fragrance-free, so there's no unpleasant odor.
ConsIt doesn't have a significant effect on blemishes or whitening :( It's a bit too runny, and it would be better if it had a bit more viscosity. The moisture is not felt after just one application.
TipIt's best to layer it 2-3 times for better results.
- 초승달미Apr 17, 2024Dry 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 was selected as a Hwahae Trial Reviewer and have been using the product consistently, leaving a review. -Usage: It's not completely watery, but has a slightly viscous, moisture-rich formula, so if you squeeze out enough and apply it well, you'll feel the moisture being absorbed into your skin. -Texture: It's not a completely runny type, but has an appropriate viscosity. You can apply a lot without feeling burdened, as it absorbs well. -Fragrance: It's completely fragrance-free. -Ingredients: There are no harmful ingredients, and the moisture-rich formula is something I can use with confidence! I'm glad the ingredients are good, so I can apply it generously.
ConsThe only downside is that this serum is focused solely on moisture replenishment. While I don't have any complaints about its ability to hydrate, the lack of other benefits like whitening or wrinkle prevention is a bit disappointing. However, it's a very gentle product, so I'm satisfied using it morning and night.
TipIf you squeeze out a generous amount and apply it, you'll be able to enjoy intensely moisturized skin!
- 고상한돌고기937518Apr 14, 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.Pros🤍Texture I thought the texture would be like flowing water, but it's not a runny texture! It's on the thinner side, but not too thin, and has a slight viscosity. 🤍Absorption Since it's on the thinner side, the absorption is pretty good. It sinks into the skin without any residue after a few pats. There's no oiliness. 🤍Moisturizing Power There have been some products of this type that feel like you haven't applied anything, but this one has a decent amount of moisturizing power while still feeling lightweight. It's more focused on providing a dewy, moist sensation rather than a rich, dense moisture, but the difference between applying it and not is quite noticeable in terms of suppleness. 🤍Who I Recommend It To For dry skin, it would be great to use in the summer. For oily skin, it could be used year-round. I'd recommend this to those looking for a lightweight formula that can provide some moisture, rather than a dense, creamy product with strong occlusive properties. And since it's a Hwahae product, the ingredients are very gentle, so I highly recommend it to those with sensitive skin as well!
Cons🖤Those who are used to using heavier ampoules may find this too lightweight. If your skin tends to feel tight, I'd recommend using this in the summer. 🖤This product is focused solely on providing moisture, so don't expect any whitening, pore-tightening, or other functional effects.
TipIf you're hesitant to use functional ampoules due to skin sensitivity, but still want to incorporate some active ingredients, try mixing this Hwahae Essential Serum 1:1 with your ampoule. This will significantly reduce the irritation level.
- dusggFeb 15, 2024Dry 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 am personally satisfied with this product :) 👉 Skin type I have dry skin, but it's not extremely dry, and my skin has never felt moisturized either. It's just a regular dry skin type. I used to have acne-prone skin, so my skin is sensitive. If I apply a product that doesn't suit me, I feel itchy on my face within an hour, and sometimes I get breakouts the next day. I prefer lightweight products over heavy ones, and products that focus on hydration rather than oil. 👉 Product * Packaging The design is really simple. The bottle, including the dropper part, is about 10cm tall. It's compact and lightweight, so it's good to bring when traveling. Since it's a plastic container, there's no risk of it breaking. The dropper part is also decent, and there were no inconveniences in using it. The amount of serum that comes out of the tip is also generous. Please refer to the 5th photo! * Texture It has a lightweight, water-like, colorless, and fragrance-free texture. It's not as runny as a water toner, but it has a very light, almost no viscosity. So when applied, the finish feels refreshing and not sticky at all. * Functionality This is a serum that focuses solely on hydration. It's not like the famous carrot serum or vita serum with various functionalities, but a daily serum that's just focused on hydration. So it's suitable for everyday use, and because it's lightweight, there's no issue of it pilling or shifting when applied before makeup. * Personal experience I was really satisfied with this product! My skin is sensitive and I tend to get breakouts easily, so I didn't even dare try the whitening or blemish-improving serums out there. In fact, my skin doesn't respond well to those. That's why I prefer lightweight, hydration-focused products, and this Hwahae serum was just perfect for me! Using just toner and cream wasn't enough to keep my skin hydrated, but this serum solved that. And it's really gentle too. Normally when I try a new product or switch, there's an adjustment period of 2-3 days where my skin feels itchy or irritated, but I didn't experience that at all with this product. I didn't get any additional breakouts either. I've tried many different products, but it was really difficult to find the right serum for my picky skin, and Hwahae delivered this perfect match for me.. I see. The Wellage ampoule was also said to be gentle, but it didn't work for me either. This Hwahae serum seems really mild and gentle, so I feel like I'll be reaching for it often!
ConsI didn't have any, but I think it would be a shame for these people. 1. For those who want functional serums These days, there are a lot of functional serums for whitening, blemish removal, collagen replenishment, and acne relief, but I wouldn't recommend them to those who want these effects. 'It seems like my existing skincare routine is a bit lacking in moisture. Is there nothing that can fill this gap?' This serum is suitable for those who feel this way. It's for lightly replenishing moisture as needed! 2. For those who like heavy, dense formulas Since this is a product focused on a lightweight, watery moisture, it has almost no oiliness. As a result, it doesn't give the feeling of locking in moisture, so I don't recommend using it on its own.
TipIt would be better to apply it between toner and cream rather than using it alone. It is too light to use alone. Be sure to also apply a moisturizing cream to seal in the serum!
- 귀엽고예쁘니Feb 11, 2024Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skinproduct.Atopy 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.Pros3.5 stars The texture is colorless and odorless, with almost no viscosity. It feels like mixing 1-2 drops of oil into water. I applied it to my forehead and cheeks, one time each. It doesn't absorb immediately, but gently patting it a few times allows it to be slowly absorbed. Despite the thin texture, the moisturizing effect lasts quite a long time. There's no stickiness, just a comfortable, dewy finish that doesn't make my hair stick. I didn't notice any significant improvements in blemishes, so I think this works better as a light morning prep before makeup rather than a night treatment.
ConsThis is just a basic daily serum without any functions like acne treatment or whitening, which is a bit disappointing.
TipI think this would be better suited for summer use rather than winter.
- ㅏ나앙Jan 31, 2024Dry Skinproduct.Atopy 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.ProsFirst of all, I really liked that it has a large capacity!! You can just think of it as a plain, unassuming ampoule without any special functions~!! At least it doesn't cause any breakouts, which is good haha. A lot of ampoules tend to get flipped over, but this one is great!!! The moisture level is also good.
ConsIt's a bit disappointing that it doesn't have any whitening or acne-relieving functions!!!