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- Hwahae UserOct 21, 2018Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsI felt like my face flushed a bit when I applied it. There weren't any major downsides, but it didn't seem to have any significant benefits either.
- Hwahae UserOct 5, 2018Combination 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.ProsPersonally, I really liked this product. I have acne-prone/combination skin, but while using this product, I didn't experience any breakouts and it seemed to work really well for me.
ConsWhile I didn't have any breakouts, I did find it a bit heavy and greasy-feeling, which was uncomfortable for me.
Hwahae UserSep 22, 2018Oily SkinSensitive SkinAcne SkinAtopic SkinReview under verification
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ConsIt has good moisturizing power, so it would likely be better suited for those with dry skin rather than oily skin.
TipIt sinks into the skin nicely, so it's great to use after cleansing.
Hwahae UserSep 8, 2018Normal SkinReview under verification
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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 refreshing to use in the summer. It would be unpleasant to apply a cream that is too heavy, right? This is a versatile cream that is good to use in spring, summer, and fall. Since it says 'oil-free' on the cream, it doesn't feel oily and has a lot of moisture. The scent is also comforting, which I liked.
ConsIt feels a bit light to use in the winter. For those with dry skin, it might feel too light to use in the fall and spring.
Hwahae UserAug 27, 2018Combination SkinSensitive SkinReview under verification
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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.ProsSince I live abroad, my options are quite limited, but from what I've heard from my family and friends in Korea, there are many good Korean products with great value for money. So while I can't strongly recommend this product, I'm still satisfied with it and wanted to share my review. I often have fluctuating skin conditions, and I have sensitive and combination skin that's prone to allergies or breakouts if I use the wrong moisturizing or functional creams. After the Clinique product I used to use was discontinued, it was hard to find a suitable gel-type moisturizer that I liked. But I happened to come across the Philosophy cream and tried it out, and I'm quite satisfied with it. First of all, I haven't had any breakouts since using it, and it even helped soothe my skin when I did have a breakout. It's an oil-free gel type, so it feels light and refreshing after application. On very dry days, I sometimes feel a slight tightness, but just applying a little more fixes that. Since it's oil-free, there's no burden in adding an extra layer. After finishing one jar, I went ahead and bought 3 more to stock up. Using it long-term, I feel like my skin has become generally less dry and smoother. Of course, I don't attribute that solely to this moisturizer, as I use other products as well. But I'm satisfied that I haven't had any breakouts and that it provides sufficient hydration.
ConsDuring the very dry winter season, just one application of this cream isn't enough to relieve the tightness, so I have to apply an extra layer (which is why I'm deducting one star). Doing that repeatedly makes me feel like I'm going through the cream too quickly, and I wonder why the amount is so small. But it seems like this issue isn't unique to the Philosophy cream - most oil-free gel-type moisturizers seem to have the same problem. So here's a tip I came up with...
TipI'm not an expert, but I understand that on very dry days, providing the skin with moisture and then lightly sealing it with some oil can help with hydration. So what I do is, after toning, I first apply a thin layer of the Philosophy oil-free gel-type moisturizer and pat it in to absorb. Then, depending on my skin's condition that day, I'll very lightly apply a slightly oily day cream on top. This seems to help reduce skin troubles and relieve tightness. Of course, this may vary depending on individual skin types.
- Hwahae UserOct 27, 2017Combination SkinSensitive 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.ProsThe lightweight formula makes it easy to apply and absorbs well It's suitable for use in the summer.
ConsThe fragrance is quite strong. I didn't notice it much when testing, but after continued use, it became a bit irritating. It's not particularly long-lasting in terms of moisture. I bought it at a duty-free shop overseas after seeing Philosophy and was excited, but these days there are so many great moisturizing gels, so I can't really recommend it considering the price-to-performance ratio.
- Hwahae UserAug 27, 2017Combination 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 a gel cream, but it absorbs well and has a nice, supple feel. It's gentle, so there's no burden in applying it.
ConsWhile it does contain phenoxyethanol as a preservative, I didn't experience any particular troubles.
- Hwahae UserAug 23, 2017Combination Skin
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The content is currently being reviewed by the Hwahae operations team, and the verification will be completed by the next business day (excluding weekends and holidays) from the date the review was written.Reviewed by Hwahae Trial Reviewers
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 has excellent absorbency and provides a refreshing finish. I usually only use gel-type moisturizers, and after trying various creams, this gel-type seems to have the least slippage.
ConsWhile it has good moisture right after application, it doesn't seem to maintain the moisturized feeling for long, which is a bit disappointing.
- er*******Jun 7, 2017Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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The content is currently being reviewed by the Hwahae operations team, and the verification will be completed by the next business day (excluding weekends and holidays) from the date the review was written.Reviewed by Hwahae Trial Reviewers
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.ProsThe texture is just right - not too runny, with good spreadability, and it keeps the skin moisturized for a long time. The scent is close to that of herbs.
ConsThe price is a bit on the higher side, and upon examining the ingredients, there seem to be some less desirable components, so it's best to test it on your own skin before purchasing.
TipWhen applied after exfoliation, it absorbs well during the soothing step. In the summer, it's convenient to apply it right after the toner to complete the basic skincare routine easily.
