Review (4/5): My skin went from dry/dehydrated to oily after using this toner 😔
The sedum extract in this essence was quite intriguing to me. As someone with chronically dry, sometimes dehydrated skin I thought this toner could help me. "Sedum is a succulent leaf known for its intense hydration, vitamins & mineral level. It holds more hydration than watermelon and is rich in phytoestrogen that further boosts hydration and improves the skin condition." When I read that, I thought this sounded like the recipe for perfect skin, but every time I use this essence my face turns super oily. I have never experienced this kind of change from any of the hydrating essences I own.
The scent on this is light, clean, and fresh, very herbal. You should be aware that this product is fragranced with natural fruit oils & extracts. A few minutes after application though, the scent dissipates quickly. My skin is crazy reactive & very sensitive, but I did not experience any adverse reactions to the ingredients used in this essence.
There was also a generous amount of samples from Celimax included with this toner. 😀 They sent 2 Noni ampoules, 3 serum packettes, and 2 AHA/BHA exfoliating/brightening pads (labeled for underarms, but can be used elsewhere). Korean brands are so very gracious with samples! Thank you, Celimax! ❤
Both the package & bottle both come safety sealed. The bottle is of nice size (150ml) and features a shaker style spout for easy dispensing. I pour a small amount of the essence into my hands, then pat into the skin after cleansing. Then I apply my serums & moisturizer.
Though I don't find this product to be a particularly good fit for my skin right now (during the hot & humid Florida summer heat, when my oil production is already at it's peak), I think this essence may work better for me in the winter. I do think it's a nice product, so it still gets a 4 star rating from me.