I'd been hearing about ETUDE HOUSE's Baking Powder for a while, but I'd only tried their face masks in the past. So when I spotted it on the shelf at a store where I could buy it, and it was even on sale, I grabbed it - unfortunately, the exfoliating scrub wasn't available.
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Where I bought it
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Store: Golden Apple.
Price: I paid 305 rubles with the discount.
Weight: 160 grams.
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Packaging
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The packaging is identical to other products in this line, which can make it hard to tell them apart on the shelf unless you read the label carefully. But overall, I like the design - a soft, easy-to-hold tube that's comfortable to grip, even when your hands are wet. It takes up a bit of space, but it looks nice.
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ETUDE HOUSE Baking Powder Pore Cleansing Foam
On the back, there's all sorts of useful information about the product - it's a Korean brand, so the text is in Korean and English. But they've stuck a nice sticker with the Russian translation on top, which is convenient. The text is easy to read, albeit a bit small - but it does fade over time when it's exposed to wet skin.
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ETUDE HOUSE Baking Powder Pore Cleansing Foam
On the seam of the packaging, they've stuck a sticker with the expiration date - and it's nice and legible, even after a while. I like this design approach.
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ETUDE HOUSE Baking Powder Pore Cleansing Foam
ETUDE HOUSE Baking Powder Pore Cleansing Foam The flip-top lid is a nice touch, and I was impressed by the protective membrane underneath it when I first opened the packaging. It keeps the product fresh and prevents it from drying out. The lid closes tightly and stays shut, so I don't have to worry about it opening up accidentally. The small opening makes it easy to control the amount of product that comes out of the bottle.
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ETUDE HOUSE Baking Powder Pore Cleansing Foam
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One thing that stood out to me is that the scent of this cleansing foam is much milder than I expected. It has a pleasant, cosmetic smell that doesn't irritate my skin, and it's barely noticeable after a while.
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ETUDE HOUSE Baking Powder Pore Cleansing Foam The texture of the foam is a bit unusual - it's quite thick, but there are tiny cellulose particles that give it a gentle scrubbing effect. It's not as intense as the Baking Powder Scrub, but it's still a nice touch.
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ETUDE HOUSE Baking Powder Pore Cleansing Foam As for the baking soda, it's definitely present, but it's not immediately noticeable. According to the manufacturer, it helps to deep clean the skin, and I'm happy to report that it seems to be doing its job.
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On the downside, the foam doesn't produce as much lather as I'd like. Even when I use it with a massager, it still doesn't get as sudsy as some other cleansers I've tried.
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ETUDE HOUSE Baking Powder Pore Cleansing FoamNormally, I wash my face in the morning with a scrubber - it's just not my thing, how this cleanser helps to get my skin squeaky clean without leaving a greasy sheen. If before lunch, even with a layer of foundation, I used to be shiny like an oil-soaked pancake, now I don't have that problem - even at the end of the day, my forehead stays matte, with a healthy glow, and no greasiness.
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ETUDE HOUSE Baking Powder Pore Cleansing Foam
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ETUDE HOUSE Baking Powder Pore Cleansing FoamMy skin's a bit of a mixed bag - it's prone to dryness in some areas, which can lead to flakiness, and in others, it's oily, which leads to breakouts and a shiny, sweaty appearance.
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My skin after using the cleanser
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ETUDE HOUSE Baking Powder Pore Cleansing FoamI'm really happy with the results. Visually, the cleanser does a great job of cleaning my skin, including my pores, so they look less clogged. Blackheads have almost disappeared, and overall, my skin's improved significantly - I've managed to clear up the breakouts I got during my vacation (thanks to some dodgy water, my skin just went wild), and I haven't had any major issues since. Even during my period, when I usually get a bunch of breakouts, this cycle was a breeze - just one small pimple appeared, but thanks to the baking soda in the cleanser, it dried up in a day and disappeared completely.
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I'm also glad to say that the cleanser doesn't dry out my skin - my moisturizing routine hasn't changed, and I haven't experienced any tightness, flakiness, or other unpleasantness.
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Overall impressions
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On the plus side:
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1. It's a great value for money during sales.
Two things stood out to me about this cleanser.
First, I didn't notice any baking soda scent, which I was worried about.
Second, it went a long way - I didn't feel like I was wasting any product.
The scrubbing effect was great, but I was also impressed by how well it cleaned my skin.
My acne actually decreased after using it, which is a huge plus for me.
And the best part? It didn't dry out my skin at all.
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Baking Powder Pore Cleansing Foam from ETUDE HOUSEOverall, I'm really loving it, and I'd definitely buy it again.