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I have naturally very dark blue-purple under-eyes, visible tear troughs and fine lines, so concealer is one of the products I test most critically. Every review in this list is based on my own experience, and I’ve included real photos from my application tests, comparisons and finished makeup looks wherever possible. The lighting and makeup styles vary because these were taken from different TikTok videos i made over time. Enjoy

Affordable beauty products that actually do more than one thing ✨ From full-face palettes and multi-use lip products to color correction, blush combos and SPF you can reapply over makeup, everything here earns its spot by saving you products, space or time. I also made sure every product links to the same website/app (YesStyle), so if you want several of them, you can get everything in one order instead of ordering from different stores. 💌 Extra YesStyle discount code: MKPHANA28

This is my actual current Korean skincare routine after spending months testing and adjusting products for my combination/oily, sensitive and acne-prone skin. My main goals are fading stubborn post-acne marks, keeping hormonal breakouts and clogged pores under control, improving texture and getting that hydrated, glass-skin glow without overwhelming my skin with actives. I’ve included exactly what I’m currently using and what each product does for my skin, from vitamin C and azelaic acid to retinal, hydration and barrier recovery. I don’t use every active every night — I rotate them and give my skin recovery days in between. These are products I genuinely use, not just a roundup of trending K-beauty. I’ll keep updating this list as I finish products, try new ones and my routine changes. Extra YesStyle discount: MKPHANA28

The products I’d look at first if you’re dealing with clogged pores, tiny bumps, excess oil and those annoying little pimples that never seem to fully go away. I have combination/oily, sensitive and acne-prone skin, so I’ve learned that throwing more and more acids at congestion isn’t always the answer. This list covers the full routine: cleansing and oil control, targeted treatments, soothing/barrier care and sunscreen — plus options for when you need a little extra pore care. Some of these are products I’ve personally used and loved, while others earned their place because of their ingredients, formulation and what they specifically target. Extra YesStyle discount: MKPHANA28

If you asked me to recommend just ONE product from each makeup category, these are the ones I’d choose. These aren’t products I think are simply “good” — they’re the ones I’d genuinely recommend to a friend without overthinking it. I tried to cover an actual makeup bag rather than filling the list with ten versions of the same thing: base, concealer, powder, blush, contour, brows, eyeliner, mascara, lips and setting spray. Some of the Asian beauty products are linked through YesStyle, so you can use my extra discount code MKPHANA28 there too 💌

Barcelona gave me some of my favorite travel memories — from accidentally scoring a front-row parade spot after It’s a Small World, to finding the best sandwich of the trip, late-night nachos at 2 AM, flamenco on Valentine’s Day and a Casa Batlló experience I genuinely didn’t want to leave. This list is made entirely from places I personally tried, with honest reviews, little stories and the spots I’d actually go back to.

I spent a full day at Disneyland Paris trying rides, shows and attractions with my mom, and I definitely have opinions. Some completely blew me away, one made me think I was going to pass out, one wasted 90 minutes of my life, and one genuinely had me crying. These are my completely honest reviews, including what I’d happily do again, what I’d skip and the funny little stories that made the day unforgettable.

I ate my way through Florence and Rome and these are the food spots I actually tried along the way. Some were viral places I had saved before the trip, others were completely spontaneous finds, and not all of them lived up to the hype. I’m sharing what I ordered, what I genuinely thought, which places disappointed me, and the ones I’d happily go back to.

My current beauty wishlist — aka the products I keep seeing, researching and thinking about until I eventually convince myself I need them 😭 Some caught my attention because Korean makeup artists or K-pop idols use them, some because TikTok won’t leave me alone, and others are just genuinely interesting products I haven’t seen done before. I’ll update the list as I try them and let you know which ones actually live up to the hype. The majority of these products are available on YesStyle so you can get anything that catches your eye in the same order. Extra YesStyle discount: MKPHANA28

The Sephora products currently living rent-free in my head. Some are here because makeup artists I trust convinced me, some because I’ve somehow never tried the cult classic, and others because the internet has successfully influenced me AGAIN. I haven’t tried these yet, so consider this my running beauty wishlist rather than recommendations. If I eventually give in and buy them, I’ll come back with updates on whether they were actually worth it.