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Nov 18

I’m From Honey Lip Balm Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Wishtrend. I’m From honey line has some of my all time favorite products - the honey wash off mask (review here) and the honey serum (review here). When the I’m From Honey Lip Balm came out, I resisted getting it for some time, but eventually gave in. My curiosity won. The product contains 10% honey from Mount Jiri in Korea and promises to moisturize and protect sensitive skin with a non-sticky, non-greasy finish. The ba

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Sep 15

Hamel Vegan Aqua Glow Sun Serum Review

his post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Oshen Skin. If you can find sunscreen that works for your skin and budget, then consider most of your skincare troubles solved. Sun protection is the most important part of any skincare routine - it prevents premature photo aging and cancer and can even help with the appearance of pores. I test as many sunscreens as I can in hopes of helping my readers find the perfect formula for them. For a list of the most highly recom

Haruharu WONDER Black Rice Bakuchiol Eye Cream Review

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Sep 14

Haruharu WONDER Black Rice Bakuchiol Eye Cream Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by YesStyle. If you are bored and want some cheap thrills, ask the skincare community if eye creams are necessary. The answers will range from “yes, absolutely” to “no, it’s a waste of money, just an overpriced face cream in a tiny jar”. For me, the subject isn’t so black and white. While basic face creams work just fine around the eyes, sometimes it’s nice to have a special formula that’s richer, thicker, or has different

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Aug 18

I’m From Beet Refresh Pad Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Wishtrend. I usually have a tub of toner pads on my bathroom sink - I reach for them every morning to gently wipe off any skincare from the night before while hydrating the skin. It’s a very quick, easy start to my morning and takes even less effort than a water rinse (because with a water rinse, I have to make sure I don’t get my entire front wet). I’ve been using I’m From Beet Refresh Pads since before they officially

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++ Review

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Jul 26

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Jolse. Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++ is EVERYWHERE! I think the entire skincare community has either tried it or wants to try it, and of course I had to as well. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, but I like to form my own opinions (which don’t always align with the general consensus). Mine came from Jolse (highly recommend you check out their selection and prices). Beauty of Joseon Reli

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cleanser Review

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Jun 16

Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cleanser Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by YesStyle. Isntree Yam Root Vegan Milk Cleanser is a gentle one-step face wash that removes impurities, makeup and sunscreen without drying out or irritating the skin. The star ingredient is yam root extract to soothe the skin and support a healthy barrier. The formula also contains plant extracts of coconut, rice, soybean, oat and sweet almond for extra nourishment. The cleanser is available on Amazon, YesStyle (reward c

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Jun 8

Klairs All-day Airy Sunscreen Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Wishtrend. Klairs All-day Airy Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ was a much anticipated product since the previous version was pulled off the virtual shelves in 2021. The original (white bottle) had a cult following, but does the new one live up to the expectations? Klairs All-day Airy Sunscreen is a vegan, cruelty free product that’s marketed as a gentle, no-white cast, sunscreen suitable for all skin types . It’s available on Ye

PURITO Dermide Relief Barrier Moisturizer Review

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Jun 3

PURITO Dermide Relief Barrier Moisturizer Review

This is a sponsored post with affiliate links. All opinions are my own and honest. PURITO recently came out with two brand new products - PURITO Dermide Relief Barrier Moisturizer and PURITO Dermide Balancing Barrier Balm. I reviewed the balm here, so today let’s talk about the moisturizer. It is available on Amazon, YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), and Stylevana (code INF10KBH). PURITO Dermide Relief Barrier Moisturizer features five different types of ceramides at 5,000 ppm

PURITO Dermide Balancing Barrier Balm Review

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May 30

PURITO Dermide Balancing Barrier Balm Review

This is a sponsored post with affiliate links. All opinions are my own and honest. I genuinely love PURITO and get very excited about new launches. PURITO Dermide Balancing Barrier Balm was an especially welcomed addition to my skincare routine because I didn’t have any robust moisturizers in my rotation at the time (only gel creams). The balm can be purchased on Amazon, YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), and Stylevana (code INF10KBH). PURITO Dermide Balancing Barrier Balm is v

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Apr 1

COSRX Pure Fit Cica Cleanser Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by CosRx. Cleansing used to be a chore, a necessary evil that served one purpose only - to get the grime of the day off my face. But now, especially in the last two years or so, brands keep releasing wonderful, gentle cleansers, and I actually enjoy the process of face washing. It became a relaxing nightly ritual to end the work-filled part of my day. One of my favorite foaming cleansers of 2021/2022 is CosRx Pure Fit Cica

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Mar 24

PURITO Hydrop Sweet Gel Mask Review

This is a sponsored post with affiliate links. All opinions are my own and honest. PURITO is an old favorite of mine - I still remember when they only had three serums in their lineup, with peel-off labels on the pump bottles. A lot has changed since then - the brand now has international celebrity status with a huge assortment of skincare. What hasn’t changed is my love for their effective formulas. PURITO recently released two new wash off masks. I already reviewed the clay

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Mar 21

PURITO Bentolin Pore Clay Mask Review

This is a sponsored post with affiliate links. All opinions are my own and honest. A lot has changed in my life in the last five years, but one thing hasn’t - there’s always a PURITO product (or two or three!) on my bathroom sink. I used PURITO long before I had my own blog or before they were an internationally recognized brand. I still remember when they only had three serums in their lineup. PURITO recently released two new masks, today’s review is for PURITO Bentolin Pore

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Feb 11

LET ME SKIN Revive VC Toner Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided for review purposes. LET ME SKIN Revive VC Toner is a brightening product with vitamin water as the main ingredient. It also contains niacinamide, panthenol, allantoin, centella and its derivatives to help with pigmentation, irritation, and the overall condition of the skin. I could only find it on Amazon. Niacinamide is a powerhouse that can help with hyperpigmentation, appearance of pores, and even the signs of aging. Cen

VEGREEN Fragrance-free Cica Serum Review

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Feb 8

VEGREEN Fragrance-free Cica Serum Review

This is a sponsored review and contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own. Vegreen is a fairly new to me brand, but I was very impressed with their vegan mucin products - toner (review here), serum (review here) and cream (review here). The most recent addition to the Vegreen family is Vegreen Fragrance-free Cica Serum. It’s available on Amazon, eBay, and Oshen Skin (discount code KBHOBBIT10). Vegreen Fragrance-free Cica Serum is 70.7% centella asiatica leaf water plus

Cosrx Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream Review

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Jan 17

Cosrx Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream Review

This post contains affiliate links. I won this product in a giveaway. Cosrx Balancium Comfort Ceramide Cream is marketed as a lightweight yet rich moisturizer for sensitive skin. It promises to calm, soothe, and support a healthy skin barrier and is available on YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), iHerb (code CWN6107), Amazon (sold by CosRx), Jolse, and Stylevana (code INF10KBH). Cosrx Ceramide Cream contains ceramide to strengthen the skin barrier and help with sensitized skin

Chasin' Rabbits Green Golden Ruler Review

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Jan 14

Chasin' Rabbits Green Golden Ruler Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Wishtrend Chasin’ Rabbits Green Golden Ruler is an antioxidant-rich moisturizer that promises to soothe and supply moisture without stickiness. The marketing materials also say it will “release wastes and toxins from the skin”, but I’m skeptical about that part. The cream is available on YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), Amazon, and Wishtrend (code LUCY15). I did a little digging around to figure out why it’s called “gold

Whamisa Organic Flowers Apple Sebum Treatment Review

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Dec 30, 2021

Whamisa Organic Flowers Apple Sebum Treatment Review

This post contains affiliate links. Whamisa puzzles me - they always nail the packaging, but the contents are a hit and miss for me. Typically marketed as organic, natural, vegan and cruelty free (that part is awesome), they are often full of essential oils and have strong scents that can be irritating to sensitive skin. My skin isn’t sensitive, but this is a good example of how “natural” isn’t always better for everyone and can still cause issues. A few months ago, I got a w

COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream Review

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Dec 28, 2021

COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product won in a giveaway. I won a huge CosRx Best Sellers package in the summer of 2021. Unopened, the products do not expire until 2023-2024, so I’ve been slowly introducing them one by one so as not to overwhelm my skin (and because once you open a skincare item, the expiration clock of 6-12 months starts to tick). I’m ready to review COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream. It’s available on YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), official Co

By Wishtrend Pure Vitamin C 21.5% Advanced Serum Review

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Dec 24, 2021

By Wishtrend Pure Vitamin C 21.5% Advanced Serum Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Wishtrend. It took me some time to effectively work vitamin C into my skincare routine. I used to get intimidated by the supposedly unstable formulas and the risk of oxidation. But now vitamin C serums are a constant part of my morning routine. I’m currently using By Wishtrend Pure Vitamin C 21.5% Advanced Serum, available on Wishtrend (code LUCY15), YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT) and the official Wishtrend Amazon store

Mary & May Idebenone + Blackberry Complex Serum Review

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Dec 15, 2021

Mary & May Idebenone + Blackberry Complex Serum Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Oshen Skin. I’m having a great time trying out various Mary & May products. It’s a new to me brand and so far I’m pretty impressed. Mary & May Idebenone + Blackberry Complex Serum, available on Oshen Skin (use KBHOBBIT10 for a discount) promises to improve elasticity and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles. I first heard about idebenone in skincare a couple of years ago, but never had it as a star ingredient in a

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