These are newly discovered K-beauty items while I was visiting my family. Honestly there are so~~~ many good ones to talk about however at least I can start with these 5 items I absolutely loved. 1. HERA Skin Tint Comfy Spreader SPF50/PA++++ A sheer-tinted cream pact with strong UV protection offers a transparent glassy-looking complexion... Continue Reading →
Welcome to the New Year & Happy New Year! 🎉 Any thoughts on a new year skincare resolution? More clear, brighter and firmer skin? I believe everybody wants to attain healthy, better skin than 'now you' this year, and additionally spend less + more speedy = perfect scenario🤩 One of 2024 Global Beauty Trends is... Continue Reading →
Before moving on to another topic, I'd like to give some information that you can consider when you use retinoids products - try to avoid confusion, I will mention 'retinoid' to 'retinol' from now on😉. 🌼How to start? Start With Low Concentration (0.01% to 0.03%, then push up to 0.2% to 1.0% for advanced level)... Continue Reading →
👀What is Retinal? Retinal (also known as retinaldehyde) is a form of vitamin A and is the last conversion step in the skin before it becomes active as retinoic acid. Retinal has similar benefits to retinol but is considered more potent and can be more effective in skincare products. As more potent, it's recommended for... Continue Reading →
🍭Retinol Serum or Retinol Cream which is better? Retinol products are available in various types and the choice between a retinol serum and a retinol cream - these 2 types are the most common on the OTC - depends on individual preferences and skin needs. Retinol SerumGenerally, serums are lightweight and have a thinner consistency,... Continue Reading →
Has anyone have NOT tried Retinol yet?😅 If so, it's the perfect time to think about buying a retinol product as this hero ingredient will make your skin so much better, especially enlarged pores by aging and developed pigmentation due to slow skin cell turnover. 🌈What is Retinol? Retinol, a derivative of vitamin A, is... Continue Reading →
Using a vitamin C serum and exfoliant together? Generally this is NOT a good idea, yet maybe there is a way to do this.Vitamin C is an acid and it does promote skin cell turnover so layering with chemical exfoliants such as AHAs & BHAs which are both acidic can increase skin sensitivity, however exfoliating... Continue Reading →
Have you heard about Skinimalism (Skin + Minimalism)? It's similar to 'skipcare' however is a more advanced version. If you search this, one of this year '2023 Beauty Trends - Skinimalism' (continued on this year) on google: The idea of pairing down your skincare routine without sacrificing benefits A philosophy of skincare that adopts a... Continue Reading →
Korea's representative beauty brand, actually 2 big brands recently have been rebranded: a global luxury skincare brand 'Sulwhasoo' and 'Innisfree' the K-beauty brand that uses the finest ingredients from Korea's pristine Jeju Island. These 2 subsidiary brands of Amorepacific, have big changes on their BI (brand identity) and packaging as well as the formula on... Continue Reading →
I was focusing on restoring the skin barrier last few weeks and now I can see the visible pores & blackheads on my nose and cheeks. Worsen, the weather getting hotter, and I get aged so pores getting larger day by day - more likely stretched and dilated (aka saggy pores). 😂😩(*sebum levels naturally decline... Continue Reading →
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