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Korean Skincare

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face wash + cleansing oil + eye creams

My tried-and-loved skincare essentials for a clean, balanced, and healthy-looking complexion. These are the products I actually keep coming back to.

 
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A gentle daily cleanser that leaves my skin feeling clean without that tight, dry feeling.
COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser
 
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A refreshing everyday cleanser that leaves my skin feeling clean and comfortable.
Korean Face Wash
 
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Lightweight but super hydrating—leaves my skin feeling soft, plump, and refreshed.
Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
 
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I have oily skin, but this cleansing oil feels so lightweight and never leaves my skin greasy. It easily removes makeup and sunscreen while leaving my skin soft and clean. ✨
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil
 
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The vibrating applicator makes this eye cream feel like a mini under-eye massage. 👀✨ It’s so refreshing, especially when my under-eyes feel tired or puffy.
VT COSMETICS PDRN Reedle Shot Eye Cream
 
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I have deep-set under-eyes and fine lines, so finding an eye cream that actually makes a difference is not easy for me. But this one seriously changed the game! My under-eyes look smoother, more hydrated, and refreshed. ✨
PDRN Pink Peptide Eye Cream

Serums

My favorite serums for everything from hydration and glow to dark spots and breakouts. These are the ones that actually made a difference for my skin. ✨

 
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Niacinamide + TXA = my favorite combo when I want my skin to look brighter and more even.
Anua Niacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum Korean
 
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I’ve been using this for my dark spots and uneven skin, and I love how lightweight it is. It absorbs so nicely and leaves my skin looking brighter and more glowy without feeling heavy.
AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum
 
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Whenever my skin feels irritated or looks extra red, this is the serum I reach for. It feels soothing and lightweight, and my skin looks calmer and more comfortable after using it. 🌿
Cicapair™ Sensitive Skin Korean Face Serum for Redness ...
 
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My skin always feels so much more hydrated and plump after using this. I love the ginseng + snail mucin combo—it gives my skin that healthy, bouncy look without feeling heavy. ✨
Beauty of Joseon Revive Snail Mucin Serum
 
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This is one of those serums that makes my skin look instantly more plump and bouncy. I love how hydrated and glowy my skin looks after using it—especially when my skin is feeling dull or tired. ✨
medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum | Glass Glow & Uneven Tone Care
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This is the serum I reach for whenever I get a breakout. I apply it to the areas with pimples at night, and by the next morning, my skin usually looks calmer and the bumps feel much flatter.
Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1% Oil Control Serum
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A.C.E Vita Kojic Brightening Serum 
My skin can look so dull sometimes, and this has been such a nice pick-me-up. I love how fresh and bright my skin looks after adding it to my routine. 

Mugwort Serum
When my skin feels stressed, dry, or just not happy, this is the serum I reach for. It gives me that instant feeling of comfort and hydration.
APRILSKIN US | High-performance gentle skincare
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This is my little “skin reset” set. 🤍 I use the mask, follow with the ampoule, and finish with the cream and you can literally see that glass-skin glow after the first use! My skin feels so much softer, plumper, and deeply hydrated.
Bano PDRN 500 Ampoule | PDRN Hydrating Serum
 
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My skin looks so much more plump and glowy whenever I use this. 🌸 It gives me that fresh, hydrated look without making my skin feel heavy.
Hanskin Shake PDRN Glow Serum, Pink Lotus ...

Sunscreens

Sunscreens I’ve personally tried and loved, especially for keeping my oily skin protected without feeling heavy or greasy. ☀️

 
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I used this sunscreen for almost 2 years, and it was one of my favorites. I have oily skin, and what I loved most was that it didn’t make my skin feel greasy or overly oily even after a few hours. It felt lightweight, comfortable, and looked beautifu...
SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF 50
 
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I have oily skin, and I really love how lightweight this sunscreen feels. It blends in so easily without leaving a white cast, and it gives my skin a beautiful healthy glow without feeling heavy.
Beauty of Joseon Sunscreens
 
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I didn’t expect to like this sunscreen this much! I’ve been reaching for it almost every day lately because of how fresh and natural my skin looks after applying it.
Anua Zero-Cast Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 50
 
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This feels more like skincare than sunscreen to me. It leaves my skin moisturized and smooth, so I love using it on days when I want my sunscreen to double as a hydrating step in my routine.
ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing UV LOCK SPF 45
 
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This has been one of my favorite sunscreens! When I was using it consistently, my skin felt so balanced and I barely had any breakout issues. It became one of those products I could rely on every day without worrying about my skin acting up. ✨
Sunscreen

Retinol

My favorite retinol picks for smoother, healthier-looking skin. From beginner-friendly options to stronger treatments, these are the ones worth knowing about.

 
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This was one of the retinol products my skin actually enjoyed. It didn’t feel too harsh, and I loved how much smoother and more even my skin looked with consistent use.
SOME BY MI Retinol Intense Serum 30ml
 
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I love how simple this is to add to my nighttime routine. It leaves my skin feeling soft and smooth without making my routine complicated.
The Retinol 0.1 Cream
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This is one of the few eye treatments I actually enjoy using consistently. The texture is so comfortable, and my under-eye area always feels softer afterward.
Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum with Retinal ...
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I started using this on my neck too, and honestly, I was surprised by the difference. My neck looks smoother and more refined, and I could actually see a change with consistent use. ✨
medicube Deep Reviving Bakuchiol Serum
 
COSRX Retinol 0.3% Cream Anti-Aging Eye & Neck
 
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It helps smooth out the look of pores and fine lines while keeping my skin looking fresh and refined.
Some By Mi Retinol Intense Advanced Triple Action Eye Cream
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Masks & Eye Patches

My favorite little skincare treatments for when my skin or under-eyes need some extra love, hydration, and a fresh glow. 🤍

 
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These are my go-to when my under-eyes look tired. They feel so cooling and refreshing, and after a few minutes my under-eye area looks more awake and hydrated. ❄️✨
Bewants - Phyto Collagen Eye Serum Patches
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The ultimate little luxury for my under-eyes. ✨ I use these before getting ready when I want my eye area to look instantly more refreshed and smooth. They’re definitely a splurge, but I can see why!
24K Gold - Peter Thomas Roth
 
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My go-to when my under-eyes need a little extra hydration. 🤍 They leave my skin feeling soft, smooth, and refreshed.
Abib Vegan Collagen Eye Patches Wrinkles
 
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Perfect for tired mornings! ✨ The caffeine + PDRN combo makes my under-eyes look fresher and more awake.
medicube Eye Patch PDRN Caffeine Collagen
 
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I love that you can use these beyond the under-eyes! I use them on my smile lines and neck too, and they’re such a nice little treatment for those areas.
VERAFECT Boost Eye Patches, Retinal & Smile
 
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This is my favorite kind of overnight mask! I leave it on for a few hours, and when I take it off, my skin feels so soft, hydrated, and bouncy. It’s such a nice skin reset.
Mask
 
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My once-a-week hydration boost. 🤍 I love how plump, dewy, and glowy my skin looks after using this!
BIODANCE Bio-Collagen Real Deep Hydrating Mask
 
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I love this for a deep pore clean! 🌿 It helps clear out my pores, remove excess oil, and leaves my skin feeling fresh, clean, and smoother.
Mugwort Pore Clarifying Wash Off Pack
 
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My go-to when my pores need a reset. It helps absorb excess oil and leaves my skin feeling super clean, smooth, and refreshed without feeling overly dry.
Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Pore Mask Mud