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2024 in review
81 items
By
Danniel Riojas
Every thing I had the privilege to review last year. It’s filled with mostly K-Beauty but there’s a few western brands thrown in.
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Sections
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Ampoule
Essence
Moisturizer
Sunblock
Serum
Peeling
Ampoule
I personally do a lot of steps, I love to use ampoules before sheet masks.
Great for sensitive skin, 9.5/10
WELLAGE Real Hyaluronic Blue Ampoule 100
Hydrating and gentle. 10/10
Fundamental Ampule Mist - Dear, Klairs
Unique and deeply hydrating, 10/10.
vividraw Baobab Hydrogel Drop Ampoule
Refreshing and hydrating, 10/10.
Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule | Skin Care
Very rich and moisturizing, 10/10.
DR.G BLACK SNAIL RETINOL AMPOULE (50ML)
Hydrating and leaves skin soft, 8/10.
COSNORI Panthe-Shot 675 Korean Panthenol Ampoule
Essence
I adore essences, I enjoy using multiple types and layering them.
Loved this, it adds a glow to the skin and helps soothe irritation. A solid 9/10
Kombucha Hydro Glow Essence - Soko Glam
Great alternative to snail secretion filtrate, 10/10.
mixsoon Bean Essence 50ml
Moisturizing and has amazing texture, 10/10.
FLASKIN Soybean Bouncy Protein Essence 80ml
Super hydrating and nourishing, 9.5/10.
VT COSMETICS PDRN 100 Essence Glow Serum
Moisturizer
I have very dry skin so I’ll never say no to a good moisturizer.
Lightweight but very moisturizing, 9.5/10.
wellage Real Hyaluronic Cream 100
Extremely moisturizing, 9.5/10.
Vitamin A-mazing Bakuchiol Retinal Night
Hydrating and lightweight. 10/10
Fundamental Water Gel Cream - Dear, Klairs
Great texture and very soothing. 8.5/10
Belif The True Cream Aqua Bomb with Hyaluronic Acid and ...
Hydrating and soothing to irritated skin, 9.5/10
DR.G R.E.D BLEMISH CLEAR SOOTHING CREAM (70ML)
Has a nice cooling metal applicator and is super hydrating, 10/10.
CKD Gua Sha Neck Cream - Retinol Collagen
Deeply hydrating and soothing, 10/10.
Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream | Skin Care
Fragrance-free and ideal for sensitive skin, 10/10.
AESTURA ATOBARRIER365 Cream with Ceramides
Gentle and nourishing, 10/10.
ONGREDIENTS Skin Barrier Calming Lotion
Great for winter, 10/10.
Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream Moisturizer
Super moisturizing, 10/10.
Hanskin Retinol Facial Cream Anti Aging
Deeply hydrating and smells amazing, 9/10.
Vitamin 75 Maximizing Cream
Very moisturizing but my skin didn’t agree with it. 7/10.
Confidence in a Cream Anti-Aging Hydrating Moisturizer
Sunblock
Can never have too much.
Very good product but doesn’t contain all the Korean uv filters. 8/10.
Tone Correction Korean Sunscreen 1.7fl oz
Very moisturizing and fragrance-free. 10/10
UV Defense Moist Cream - By Wishtrend
Blends well, but is irritating around the eyes. 8/10
DR.G GREEN MILD UP SUN+ (50ML)
Ideal for sensitive skin, 9.5/10.
All-day Airy Mineral Sunscreen - Dear, Klairs
Very convenient and can be applied over foundation, 10/10.
Pore Smoothing Bakuchiol Sun Stick - Wishtrend
Hydrating and doesn’t irritate the area around my eyes, 10/10.
Tea-Trica Soothing Sun Milk
Very hydrating and comfortable to wear, 10/10.
Anthelios UV Hydra Sunscreen SPF 50 with Hyaluronic Acid - La Roche-Posay | Ulta Beauty
Serum
If nothing else, always use a serum.
Gently exfoliating and refreshing. 9/10
Freshly Juiced Vitamin Charging Serum - Dear, Klairs
Moisturizing and brightening, 10/10.
The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Serum
Lightweight and hydrating, 10/10.
Pore Minimizer Apple Cider Vinegar Serum
Gentle and quick absorbing, 9.5/10
SAM'U Galacto Pore Tightening Serum
Gentle and lightweight, 9/10
Vitamin C Brightening Serum - SKIN&LAB
Moisturizing and nourishing, 10/10.
Retinol Repair Serum - SKIN&LAB
Tones skin and absorbs quickly, 9/10.
Niacinamide Recovery Serum - SKIN&LAB
Hydrating and sensitive skin friendly, 10/10.
Maple Energy Infusing Serum
Extremely hydrating and fragrance-free, 10/10.
Blue Oasis Aloe Hydrating Serum
Brightening and adds a glow, 8/10.
ANUA Niacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum
So nourishing and hydrating, 9.5/10.
HYGGEE Natural Repair Hydrating Serum
Moisturizing and nourishing, 10/10.
Hanskin 0.1% Pure Retinol Facial Serum
Very soothing and light, 9/10.
The 6 Peptide Skin Booster Serum
Peeling
Great for sensitive skin!
Gentle and effective. 9.5/10
DR.G BRIGHTENING PEELING GEL (120G) - Dr.G Global
Gentle and effective, 10/10.
Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water - BY WISHTREND
Gentle and sensitive skin friendly, 10/10.
Daily Skin Softening Water
Eye Products
Always useful.
Moisturizing and gentle, 10/10.
Amazon.com: COSNORI Long Active Eyelash Serum
Hydrating but very subtle, 9/10.
COSNORI Eyelash Tinting Serum 01 Deep Black
Very lightweight but moisturizing, 10/10.
belif Moisturizing Eye Bomb with Peptide and Ceramide
Cleansing Foam
I’m very picky with cleansers, but these are all solid choices.
Soft and moisturizing, not at all stripping. 10/10.
The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Cleanser
No fragrance and non-stripping, 10/10.
Real Barrier Ceramide Moisture Cleansing Foam 120ml
Non-stripping and soothes redness, 10/10.
I'm from Rice Whip Facial Cleanser
Dupe for Tatcha’s Rice Wash, 8/10.
Pore Cleanser with Real Rice Powder Exfoliant
Leaves skin brighter and more fresh, 10/10.
Rich Moist Foaming Cleanser
Very gentle and non-abrasive, 8.5/10.
PRIMERA Organience Peeling Foam - Korean
Cleansing Oil
Essential, I use it every night.
Gentle and lightweight, 10/10.
The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Cleansing Oil
Gentle and effective, 10/10.
Real Barrier Extreme Deep Cleansing Blue Oil 6.76oz
Gentle and effective, 10/10.
Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil
Non-irritating and effective, 9/10.
Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil
Toner
I love toners and tend to layer a few of them.
Refreshing and smooths the skin, 10/10.
FLASKIN Rice Enzyme Protein Toner 250ml
Very gentle and hydrating, 8.5/10
SAM'U Galacto Pore O2 Toner, Exfoliating & Pore-Tightening
Brightening and gentle, 10/10.
Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner
Unique and gentle on sensitive skin, 9.5/10.
VT Cosmetics - Reedle Shot 100
Super soothing! 10/10.
Mugwort Super Calming Toner - MEDITHERAPY
Sheet Masks
Can never go wrong with a sheet mask.
Really plumps skin and great to take a nap in, 10/10.
CKD Pore Elasticity Mask with Retino
Deeply soothing and hydrating, 10/10.
Midnight Blue Calming Sheet Mask
Very moisturizing! 10/10.
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Hydrating Mask
Facial Mist
Great pick me up.
Moisturizing and glowy, 10/10.
SAM'U PH Sensitive Ceramide Face Mist
Wash Off/Peel Off mask
Essential.
Spreads easily and is very convenient, 9/10.
Poremizing Quick Clay Stick Mask
Very moisturizing, makes a great sleeping pack. 8/10
DearKlairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin E Mask
Tones immediately and gentle to peel off, 10/10.
FROM THE SKIN Glutathione Collagen Peel Mask
Very hydrating but tricky to sleep in, 8/10.
medicube Collagen Overnight Peel Mask
Freshens up the skin and doesn’t leave skin tight, 8/10.
Red Bean Refreshing Pore Mask
Lash Care
Goes on smoothly and doesn’t flake, 9.5/10.
Eyelash Growth Serum for Thicker, Fuller Lashes
Spot Treatment
Spot treatments are great for many things including acne care.
Safe for sensitive skin and soothing, 10/10.
Midnight Blue Calming Cream(60ml)
Lip Care
Essential if your lips are starting to wrinkle more.
Mild tingle and very smoothing, 8.5/10. I got shades Bare and Rosy.
Primera Retinol Volume Lip Serum 12G
Toner Pads
So convenient!
My favorite, so hydrating!! 10/10.
Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad | Skin Care
Very moisturizing and refreshing, 9/10.
Rice Toner Pad - I'M FROM
Hair care
I need all the moisture I can get in my hair
Smells wonderful and really penetrates the hair, 10/10.
Mise En Scene PerfectSerum Original Hair Oil
Gel Cleanser
Great for super sensitive skin.
Gentle and fragrance-free, 9/10.
HYGGEE pH Hyaluron Gel Cleanser Face Wash
Non-irritating and gentle, 9/10.
Juice Cleanse Soothing Aloe Face Cleanser
