ETUDE Soonjung Director's Tone-up Correcting Sun Cream [SPF50+/PA++++] Reviews
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12 Reviews
- 율율율♥Apr 2, 2025Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsThe smell is very strong, like feces. This product washes off easily, but it should be used in the winter as it gets removed by sweat. There is a bit of darkening, so it may be fine for those who are not very sensitive to darkening. Over time it becomes dry, but the oiliness returns. There is some wrinkling and creasing.
TipI've used this product throughout the seasons. You can use it in the winter after using it in the summer. I waited for winter because I found that it faded in the peak of summer, but it's perfect for winter! If you use a tone-up sun cream first and then this product, it will apply more brightly and adhere better (I use the Dr. G tone-up one, and then this one on top!). When doing makeup, I apply this product first, and then foundation on top, and it adheres really well.
- 기초케어찹찹Mar 22, 2025Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsI'm not sure if it's just me, but every time I apply it sincerely, a fecal-like odor seems to rise up... When I just squeeze it and smell it, there's no odor, but the moment I roll it on my face, some kind of stench gradually comes up, and I almost thought the product had gone bad and wanted to throw it away, but when I apply it, there's no trouble on my face, so I still use it occasionally. And if I apply just the right amount, it gives a nice tone-up effect without looking cakey, but if I apply it generously like usual, I end up looking like a fried egg ghost, yikes. Lastly, on days when my skin condition is poor, it just crumbles much more messily than foundation, and I have the urge to just go home right away... On days when my skin condition is good, it's fine though.
TipI was thinking of applying it with a puff, as it's similar to foundation, but I think just spreading it with my hands was the right choice. It turns out to have good spreadability. When using it, it seems important to apply the right amount and spread it evenly.
- 역동적인파리55951Sep 1, 2024Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThe smell is a bit like feces? It's not great, and I don't think it suits oily skin very well.
- 계란을먹은건걔란말야Jun 19, 2024Oily SkinAcne Skin
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ConsBut the smell seems a bit unpleasant. Other than that, it's fine.
- jin624Apr 5, 2024Normal SkinSensitive Skin
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ConsIt was a product I really had high expectations for, but after ordering it, the texture seems to be one that sits on the face. I had high expectations because it was described as having a healthy pearly white appearance, but the feeling of it clinging nicely around the sides of my nose is not there. I really had high expectations after watching YouTube videos, but the disappointment is huge. I'll just use it as a sunscreen function. I'll apply powder foundation on top of it when going out. And there's a strange smell, like propolis? A metallic smell? It has an odd smell ㅠㅠ Is my product defective?
TipYou might as well just use it as a sunscreen and apply powder foundation on top. Instead of that, it might be better to just buy a well-known mineral sunscreen as a tip..
- 알방이이Apr 1, 2024Dry SkinSensitive Skin
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Cons• Fragrance It has an indescribable but slightly sour and unpleasant smell, so I had to hold my breath when applying it. I don't think I'll reach for this often, and if I do use it, I'll likely use it to match my neck tone rather than my face. • Usage It barely covers any blemishes, and it doesn't conceal the redness around my nose. It only covers about 20% of the imperfections. While it's quite moisturizing, it accentuates flaky skin, which was surprising. I didn't even realize I had that much flaky skin! It's more suitable for a quick errand than a formal event or gathering.
- S2ssumS2Apr 1, 2024Combination Skin
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ConsIt's too shiny 😭 It doesn't really even out my skin tone. And the scent... it's like the Urban Decay setting spray, you know that slightly metallic smell 😭 It's going to be a love-it-or-hate-it kind of product. I also have to use foundation on top of it.
TipThis would really suit those with dry skin who like a thin, watery skin finish and want a subtle, calm tone-up effect, rather than a bright, radiant one.
- HyeJinParkApr 1, 2024수부지
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Cons- Scent: As I applied it, an unusual fishy smell emerged, which was surprising. It does dissipate over time, but was a bit unpleasant during application. - Coverage: The coverage is not strong enough to fully conceal blemishes. - Longevity: The longevity is not very long, so it's good to reapply over time.
TipDespite the photo, the product only provides about a half-tone of coverage, so using it with a concealer can create a more natural look.
- jangmi502Apr 1, 2024Combination SkinSensitive 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.ProsI have combination-sensitive skin. Even though I have an oily skin type, I found that the product doesn't make my skin feel greasy after application. The formula itself is not runny, so I was worried that it might make my skin overly shiny, but fortunately, even as time passed, my skin didn't become excessively oily, which I was really pleased about. :) I also have a Guddal tone-up product at home, but that one applies with a whitish cast that feels disconnected from my skin at first, gradually absorbing in. This product, on the other hand, has an ivory tone that doesn't make my skin look floating on top, but rather seamlessly blends in. So after applying it, my skin looks smoother and more refined. Most importantly, the ingredients are gentle, which I really appreciate. Even with my sensitive skin, I didn't experience any irritation after using it.
ConsI thought it was fragrance-free, but there is a very subtle, indistinct scent. If it were completely fragrance-free, that would have been even better. However, the scent is very mild, so it didn't bother me much when applying the product. Compared to other tone-up products that leave a stark white cast upon application, this one doesn't have as strong of a coverage. It's a product that makes the skin look more refined and smooth, so for those who already have good skin, using this alone without foundation would make their complexion appear even better.
- JoneeApr 1, 2024수부지Sensitive 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.ProsIt applies smoothly before the base and is moisturizing, with the coverage not slipping away. It provides a natural tone-up, so the coverage absorbs naturally well~ When going out lightly, just applying this is enough to make a noticeable difference ㅎㅎ While the brightening is visible to the naked eye, it doesn't show up well in photos, so I took it off ㅠㅠ It doesn't brighten too dramatically, but provides a natural tone-up, so it's good to apply regularly! And it even has sunscreen functionality!
ConsIt doesn't get shiny, and the finish is velvety-smooth even though it's moisturizing. Dry-skinned people should apply a moisturizing base. I like that there's no fragrance and the feel of use is good~