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- na******Apr 20, 2025Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsIt seems that the product is no longer available when I tried to purchase it again. It is also not visible on the official website.
- go*******Jan 17, 2025Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne SkinInner DrynessWrinkles/Elasticity
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ConsThe product lacks the nourishment and radiance typically associated with an essence.
TipApplying the product when the hair is sufficiently wet after shampooing and before drying prevents the hair from becoming sticky and allows for faster absorption.
- mi*********Aug 31, 2023Dehydrated SkinSensitive SkinAcne SkinAtopic SkinBrightening/Dark SpotsSebum/BlackheadsWrinkles/ElasticityEnlarged Pores
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ConsThere's really nothing I'm disappointed with. The fragrance is not unpleasant and it's not too strong either.
TipThe one on the left is the essence, and the one on the right is the water oil essence. The water oil essence formula is a bit more oily, but it's still suitable for use in the summer. Depending on the weather and the condition of your hair, it's best not to press down too hard on the pump from the start. Gently squeeze it out and adjust the amount as you apply it.
- mi******Jul 16, 2023Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne SkinBrightening/Dark SpotsSebum/BlackheadsDark Circles
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ConsHmm...nothing negative to say. Plus, I bought it at a great price, so I'm very satisfied. It's the best!! 👍
- kh*****May 1, 2023Oily Skin
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ConsThere is no dramatic effect. It is a bit on the watery side, so quantity adjustment is necessary.
- lc*********Apr 15, 2023Dry SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThe fragrance is strange. It's also difficult to wipe off the essence that gets on my hands.
- Hwahae UserApr 2, 2023Oily SkinAtopic Skin
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ConsI usually use the Hair Plus line and really enjoy the Aqua Protein line, from the Water Treatment to the Water Essence. The Aqua Protein line has a sweet fragrance that I really like, so I often use those products. I hadn't used a hair oil in a while, but I recently felt like using one again, so I decided on this essence. The only reason was the fragrance! While I can still detect the sweet scent I enjoy, compared to other products in the same line, the fragrance seems to dissipate quite quickly after application. That's the only aspect I'm a bit disappointed about.
TipMost hair products are generally similar, but if you apply it to damp hair, blow-dry, and then apply it again to dry hair, your hair will feel incredibly soft. Just a quick brush through. Using a protein bond ampoule on damp hair can also be very beneficial.
- sh******Jan 31, 2023Dry SkinSensitive SkinBrightening/Dark SpotsDark CirclesInner DrynessWrinkles/ElasticityEnlarged PoresRedness
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Cons- The fragrance is a bit disappointing! To be honest, there aren't really any major downsides, but if I had to pick one, it's just not quite my preference 😢 It seems a bit artificial, so I wish the fragrance was a bit more subtle, but it's a bit too strong for my liking...
- ek*******Nov 28, 2022Combination SkinSensitive SkinAcne Skin
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ConsThere's nothing disappointing. It seems to be a lifelong hair essential, and I plan to continue using it.
- ar*********Oct 25, 2022Dry SkinSensitive SkinAtopic SkinInner DrynessWrinkles/ElasticityDead Skin Cells
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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 formula is lightweight compared to other oils, so it doesn't feel heavy. It applies comfortably and lightly. After use, it doesn't tangle the dry, frizzy hair during brushing.
ConsThe thin formula tends to flow easily, so you need to be careful not to let it drip. The scent is somewhat ambiguous, not quite matching the 'Aqua' name, even though it's less artificial than the previous formulation. The effect is not dramatically noticeable, just moderately less stiff or tangled. There is a slight oily residue left on the hands after the hair has absorbed the product. It's not sticky, but the absorption into the hair seems a bit less.
TipI recommend using this with the Hair Plus Protein Ampoule. The combination provides a better application experience, with no residue left on the hands and the product spreading well into the hair. The ampoule's own scent tends to overpower the essence's fragrance. It's best to use this when the hair is less dry. When used after drying the hair, the continuous stiff feeling may be due to applying it to the dry, moisture-lacking hair.