From acne to aging, these are my top picks! Beauty products I’ve actually tried and loved. Some have made it into my regular routine, others I’ve just liked and shared.
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Skincare
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Makeup
THE best mascara ever!
They're Real! Lengthening Mascara
If you like a more natural look to your makeup, or just want to go lighter than a fully beat face, this is your new multi-purpose best friend! I’ve been using this over over a decade and it has never failed me. Use on your lips for a pouty stained lo...
Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain
Perfect setting powder for use over makeup or just on its own to give your skin a more matte finish. I love to use it most when I’m not wearing foundation to give me a finished look that’s not cakey or too heavy.
Skin Fetish: Sublime Perfection Setting Powder
My go-to lip balm! I love the slight lip tint it gives on top of the subtle plump and fullness. Applies like a giant chap-stick and easy to throw in a bag.
Power-Full Plump Lip Balm
Love this brow filler. Benefit really got the consistency right on this. It’s easy to manipulate with a small brow brush and lasts all day. Easy to remove with your standard makeup remover. Solid product!
POWmade Brow Pomade | BenefitCosmetics.com
Amazing, lightweight yet still full coverage concealer from Fenty Beauty. I mostly use undereye, but can be used anywhere on the face. The range of colors is unmatched, and blends well into the skin without looking caked or accentuating fine lines.
Concealer + Corrector
Best. Primer. On. The. Market. It’s like putting a filter on your face, there’s nothing else like it! Doesn’t turn white or react to your makeup. Just creates a perfect matte blank slate to apply your makeup to.
Primer - Face
Great for the basics and beyond! As someone who doesn’t wear eyeliner often and isn’t great at applying it, this one is perfect. The tip makes it super easy to apply for simple lines or a little cat eye.
Eyeliners
Amazing powder coverage, but still lightweight and doesn’t get cakey. Gives a beautiful, natural looking finish to your skin. Color matching is also a highlight of Fenty Beauty products, so you can definitely find the exact color you need.
SEPHORA
Skincare
Looking for a lightweight foaming cleanser that leaves your skin feeling super clean without stripping out all its moisture? Look no further. Non-irritating and deep cleaning - this cleanser is incredible!
PYUNKANG YUL Cleansing Foam - Korean Wash
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These toner pads are the TRUTH!! The powerful combo of niacinamide, snail mucin and peptides packs a punch and is the perfect after cleansing layer to prep your skin for the rest of your routine. The price seems steep, but just one container lasts ov...
JiYu Toning Polish Pads - Korean Skincare
Lightweight Vitamin C infused serum that gives skin the perfect pick-me-up! After using for two weeks, I saw a noticeable difference in my skin, especially dark circles under my eyes.
Liftactiv 16% Pure Vitamin C Brightening Serum
Best Hyaluronic Acid serum I’ve tried (and I’ve tried them all!). A little on the pricier side compared to other brands like Inkey or The Ordinary, but definitely worth it. Has a much richer consistency and doesn’t feel as watered down as some other ...
Hyalu B5 Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Face Serum
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Great bang for the buck! I’ve only tried the Deep Vitamin C version of this, and it’s wonderful. It’s a really nice final layer of your skin routine and leaves my skin feeling hydrated all day. Bonus: once you use all of the yellow capsules, there’s ...
medicube Capsule Cream with Deep Vitamin C
Amazing makeup remover! I absolutely LOVE the consistency of this product. After you warm it up in your hands, it turns into a creamy oil that gently lifts makeup off your skin. It’s non-irritating so it can even remove eye makeup like mascara. Remov...
Clean 10 Cleansing Balm
The highlight of my nightly skin routine! And one of my favorite K-Beauty products hands-down. I’ve tried the whole suite of CosRx snail skin products and they’re all great, but this is the one that stuck.
Best new skincare tool I’ve added to my arsenal! When used regularly, there really is a noticeable difference. It’s a nice addition to my skincare routine that isn’t another serum or cream.
Aeki Lymphatic Face Brush - Reduces Puffiness
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Looking for a new eye cream? Look no further than Seoul 1988’s retinal eye cream with fermented bean. Great for fine lines and dark circles, and improves overall skin texture.
K-SECRET SEOUL 1988 Retinal Eye Cream
Just tried this and love it. It brought out an evenness in tone and texture to my skin in the first couple of weeks of use. I only use it at night because my hyperpigmentation isn’t too bad, but I could definitely see using it twice per day if you re...
TOSOWOONG Arbutin 7% + Tranexamic Acid 4% Cream
Originally started using this for acne, and still using even though acne is no longer an issue for me. I really love the exfoliation of the textured pads, and feels super clean after my cleanser.
SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Pad
Perfect under eye masks! I’ve tried all three and they’re amazing. Bonus: you can buy a pack of them including multiples of all three masks at Costco for a steal!
under-eye masks for dark circles, puffiness & tired eyes
Lives up to the hype! Found this mask on Instagram, tried it, and haven’t looked back. It really does what they claim it to do - put moisture into your skin leaving it glowy and radiant.
medicube Kojic Acid Turmeric Overnight Mask
Best nighttime retinol! A little pricey, but definitely worth the splurge. Takes a little getting used to the slightly thicker oil, but the results speak for themselves!
A+ High-Dose Retinoid Serum
Jumped on the beef tallow band wagon! I decided to try the Terra Lotus Tallow Honey Balm and it is AMAZING!! It has a light citrusy fragrance, nice texture, and I love that it’s a family-owned business. It’s a small jar, but you don’t need to use a l...
Terra Lotus Organic Grass-Fed Beef Tallow Balm
Lovely mud mask! The consistency is so smooth, unlike some mud masks I’ve tried. The result is soft, exfoliated, hydrated skin that’s prepped and ready for your normal routine.
BRMUD Relief Mud Peel Off Mask - Gentle
Body
Glad I got rid of the baby oil! Although this is more expensive than your standard J&J bay oil, it’s worth every penny. It locks in moisture and can be used wet or dry post-shower. It really locks in moisture and preps the skin for whatever body ...
Santal Body Oil For Glowing Skin
Loving this body lotion by Saltair! The fragrances are light and don’t have an overpowering scent, and they leave your skin fully moisturized all day without needing to apply additional coverage. Haven’t tried the body butter yet, but will soon to co...
Scented Body Lotion
Who says you should only treat your cuticles when you get a manicure? My best friend gifted me the White Tea nail oil from Kokoist and my hands have never felt or looked better.
KOKOIST Nail Oil 30mL
You honestly can’t go wrong with anything Jo Malone, but this is a scent staple in my bathroom. Not too sweet, and has a clean, crisp smell that can take you through all of the seasons. Quick note on Jo Malone colognes: buy the small bottles; they’re...
English Pear & Sweet Pea Cologne
Feels bespoke and special! I’ve been a Ffern member for a couple of years now and it has not disappointed. The scents are gorgeous and unlike other fragrances on the market. I also love that they’re seasonal and created with that in mind - lighter, a...
Ffern
GO GET THIS!! Better than just lotion on your tattoos! Harry’s Tattoo Frost lives up to the hype. Lightweight and greaseless, it glides on for a rich matte finish, enhancing your tattoos and making them vibrant again.