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Dec 27, 2022

Missha Color Fit Stick Shadow Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Jolse. Even though I’m very much into skincare, my morning routines are short and utilitarian - a toner pad, vitamin C serum, and SPF. If I’m feeling extra awake or ambitious, I might throw on some mascara and a translucent powder. Even on the best weekday, I don’t have any energy to do a winged liner or anything that would require precision. But having a little something extra around the eyes makes a huge impact, so I t

K Beauty Hobbit

Apr 19, 2022

A Gift of Missha for Mother's Day

This is a sponsored post with affiliate links. “Do you have any eye cream and serum you don’t need? I’m all out”. This was a text I received from my mom on Easter morning. As a kbeauty content creator, I have no shortage of skincare, and I freely share with my mom. Asking me for products is nothing new and I am always happy to give them, but what struck me is the “you don’t need” part. For most of my childhood, my mom was a single mom, working several jobs to keep our little

MISSHA Time Revolution the First Essence 5x vs the new MISSHA Time Revolution Enriched Essence

K Beauty Hobbit

Mar 18, 2022

MISSHA Time Revolution the First Essence 5x vs the new MISSHA Time Revolution Enriched Essence

This is a sponsored post with affiliate links. All opinions are my own and honest. MISSHA’s Time Revolution essence is an iconic product. If you’ve heard of MISSHA, you’ve probably heard of the essence. I had one of the prior versions years ago, then recently finished a bottle of the First Essence 5x (the fifth generation of the best seller). And now there’s a new player in town - MISSHA Time Revolution Enriched Essence. Both are sold on the brand’s official US website - 5x h

Missha Time Revolution Artemisia Treatment Essence Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Nov 29, 2021

Missha Time Revolution Artemisia Treatment Essence Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Missha US. Missha is well known for their First Treatment Essences. I’ve had the classic version twice now (latest review here), and now trying Missha Time Revolution Artemisia Treatment Essence. This is a single-ingredient product made with double fermented Artemisia Annua Extract from Ganghwa Island. It’s advertised as a single ingredient product, but on the US sites you will see a breakdown of what goes into the extra

MISSHA Tonight Brilliance Oil In Cream Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Nov 3, 2021

MISSHA Tonight Brilliance Oil In Cream Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Jolse. I’m not ashamed to admit that sometimes I choose products just for the packaging. When I was little, I used to follow my uncle around asking him to tell me I’m pretty, and I still appreciate visually pleasing things (although it’s not as self-centered anymore). MISSHA Tonight Brilliance Oil In Cream immediately caught my eye, and I had to have it, along with the Essence from the same line (review here). The Oil In

MISSHA Tonight Brilliance Boosting Essence Review

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Oct 27, 2021

MISSHA Tonight Brilliance Boosting Essence Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Jolse. Do you ever buy products just for the packaging? I would be lying if I said I don’t. Pretty bottles and jars grab my attention, especially if I think they will look good in pictures. I chose MISSHA Tonight Brilliance Boosting Essence, available on Jolse, because it captivated me at first sight. And it’s even better in person! MISSHA Tonight Brilliance Boosting Essence is made using micro technology to drive hydrat

Missha Time Revolution The First Essence 5X Review

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Oct 14, 2021

Missha Time Revolution The First Essence 5X Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Missha US. Missha’s Time Revolution essence is an iconic product. If you’ve heard of Missha, you’ve probably heard of the essence. I had one of the versions years ago (review here) and was really excited to try Missha Time Revolution The First Essence 5X - the fifth generation of the best seller. Missha Time Revolution The First Essence 5X is made using the three step EXTREME FERMENT α™ method and promises to improve moi

K Beauty Hobbit

Jun 19, 2021

Missha 4D Mascara Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Jolse. My daily makeup is very simple - a little powder and mascara and maybe some lip tint. I’m pretty picky about mascara - it needs to be easy to apply, look good, not flake / smudge, and be relatively easy to remove. I’ve been using Missha 4D Mascara lately - a volumizing product that promises to lift and thicken every single lash. It’s available on Jolse and in their eBay shop. How to use Curl the lashes, if desired

Missha Time Revolution Brightening Care Oil Cleansing Balm Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Oct 14, 2020

Missha Time Revolution Brightening Care Oil Cleansing Balm Review

I’ve been a heavy consumer of Korean beauty for about four years now. In that time, I can think of only one product I returned (Mizon eye cream), until now… The Missha Time Revolution Brightening Care Oil Cleansing Balm was so horrible that I shipped it back almost right away. Before you ask, I bought it from the official Missha US website, so it was not fake or expired. For some reason they are no longer sold there, but still available on Amazon, in case you have some enemie

Missha Perfect Lip & Eye Makeup Remover Waterproof Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Mar 2, 2020

Missha Perfect Lip & Eye Makeup Remover Waterproof Review

Somewhat recently, I bought a mascara that turned out to be waterproof (whoops) and wouldn’t come off with any of my cleansing oils. So I picked up Missha Perfect Lip & Eye Makeup Remover to add to my cleansing routine. I chose Missha because the brand typically works well for me, plus the price is affordable. The remover is sold on* Jolse, Stylevana, eBay and YesStyle. The product gently removes any makeup, including waterproof products. How to use: Shake the bottle, then sa

Mamonde Big Eye Volume Lash Mascara Review

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Nov 7, 2019

Mamonde Big Eye Volume Lash Mascara Review

When it comes to decorative makeup, I’m a minimalist. Mascara, some powder, and brow gel is all I need on a daily basis. That means the mascara better be really, really good. I finished a tube of Tony Moly Panda’s Dream mascara (review here) and moved onto the Mamonde Big Eye Volume Lash Mascara in Black. Mamonde is one of my favorite brands - I usually enjoy their skincare very much (reviews here). Mamonde Big Eye Volume Lash Mascara is sold on eBay, Amazon, and YesStyle. Th

Missha Near Skin Trouble Cut Spot Cover Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Sep 18, 2019

Missha Near Skin Trouble Cut Spot Cover Review

I love multi-functional products. Not the “all in one” shampoo, body wash, face wash, toilet cleaner kinds, but ones carefully designed in a smart way. Korean skincare industry is full of ingenuity and innovation, so of course they make some of my favorite multi-taskers. Missha Near Skin Trouble Cut Spot Cover is a perfect example. It masks and helps heal blemishes. It’s sold on* eBay. I have very fair combination skin - any redness or irritation is noticeable right away. I u

MISSHA Dustless Bubble Pack to Foam Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Aug 18, 2019

MISSHA Dustless Bubble Pack to Foam Review

Due to the nature of my "job" as a blogger (and my general fascination with Korean beauty), I buy lots of skincare items. Some I review right away (if the effects are visible quickly), and some I ponder for some time, slowly nurturing and growing the review in my head before writing things down. Unfortunately, the Korean beauty market is so dynamic that products go in and out of production all the time. Sometimes, my review is too late! That is the case with the Missha Dustle

MISSHA Color Wear Browcara Brow Mascara Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Aug 9, 2019

MISSHA Color Wear Browcara Brow Mascara Review

Have you ever noticed that the actors’ brows tell a lot about when a show or a movie was filmed? Long lasting soaps like Grey’s Anatomy showcase the entire evolution of makeup trends (check out how their thin brows and glossy lips gradually transform into thicker shapes and matte lipsticks). I’m not very trendy at all, but like to have eyebrows that are noticeable. Plus our faces lose contrast with age (lips, brows, and even eyes can fade). Adding more contrast, within reason

MISSHA Near Skin Dustless Bubble Pack To Foam Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Mar 18, 2019

MISSHA Near Skin Dustless Bubble Pack To Foam Review

Cleansing just might be my favorite part of a Korean beauty routine. I find the process of removing makeup and dirt of the day deeply therapeutic. Plus, effective cleansing prepares the skin for all the wonderful subsequent skincare routine steps. Missha Near Skin Dustless Bubble Pack To Foam is a 3-in-1 product that absorbs dust particles, pulls impurities out of pores, and then turns into a foaming cleanser. It’s available on eBay and Amazon. Main ingredients: Argyle clay f

MISSHA Ceramide Capsule Hand Cream Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Mar 8, 2019

MISSHA Ceramide Capsule Hand Cream Review

Hands are my most troubled area when it comes to keeping the skin healthy and beautiful. They dry out, crack, bleed, itch, and cause all kinds of discomfort, especially in the winter. I’ve had a great experience with my last Missha hand cream (review here), so I decided to try Missha Ceramide Capsule Hand Cream this time. It’s available on* eBay, Amazon, and YesStyle. The cream is designed for people who experience dry skin, either seasonally or chronically. It can be used on

K Beauty Hobbit

Feb 4, 2019

MISSHA Essential Lip Oil Review - Berry

Last week, the temperature outside was -15 F (- 26 C), and with windchill it was “feels like -40C”. I’m personally not a stranger to this type of weather (having grown up in Russia and all), but most people around here were shocked. Schools closed, businesses had a late start, the roads were empty. Unfortunately, the skin takes a real beating with not just the cold, but also the dry heated indoor air. And one of my most problematic areas when it comes to dryness are my lips.

K Beauty Hobbit

Jan 10, 2019

MISSHA Magnefit Lip Lacquer Review

I’m a minimalist when it comes to makeup, but in the recent years I’ve discovered that a simple swipe of lip color makes my usual mascara and powder look way more put together. And I almost always get compliments when wearing lipsticks and tints. It’s quick and low effort, so I can easily do it every morning. I was already placing a fairly large order of Missha items and decided to add Missha Magnefit Lip Lacquer in the color BE01 Bere Me Nude. It’s available on* eBay and Yes

K Beauty Hobbit

Dec 12, 2018

2018 Korean Beauty & Skincare Favorites

How is it already December? I still remember filing our 2017 taxes like it was yesterday. A “year in review” sort of analysis is common this time of the year, so I decided to tackle a nearly impossible task of compiling a list of my 2018 favorites - one in each category. This is simply my subjective opinion. Not all of these things may work for other people, but I certainly hope they do. Also, some of them were purchased for the first time prior to 2018, but if I consider som

MISSHA Black Ghassoul Tightening Mask Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Nov 25, 2018

MISSHA Black Ghassoul Tightening Mask Review

Pores… Can they ever be too small or too clean? I would say no. Finding good quality pore care products, even in Korean beauty, is difficult. My latest acquisition is MISSHA Black Ghassoul Tightening Mask, meant to clean and tighten pores, control sebum production, and help make the skin more clear. It’s available on* eBay, Amazon and YesStyle. A little side note - for years, before I discovered Korean beauty, I stayed away from clay masks. Like many others, I thought that a

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