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What do hobbits and skincare have in common? Nothing. Everything. In a true hobbit fashion, I hoard lots of bottles, jars, and tubes, test them, and then share honest reviews with you. Stick around and have a look. This site uses affiliate links.
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I’m From Mugwort Mask Review
The I’m From Mugwort Mask is a healing and calming treatment for red, irritated, and acne-prone skin. It typically comes in a jar and is...
K Beauty Hobbit
Mar 13, 2019
Benton Goodbye Redness Centella Gel Review
Centella Asiatica is the superstar of many Korean beauty products, especially those designed for acne-prone and irritated skin. I’ve had...
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Feb 21, 2019
Klairs Mochi BB Cushion SPF40 Review
If you’ve spent any time on my blog (for which I sincerely thank you), you have probably noticed that I’m much more into skincare than...
K Beauty Hobbit
Feb 15, 2019
Neogen Dermalogy White Truffle Hydromax Knit Mask Review
I have combination skin which tends to get oily in the t-zone. For years, since I was a teenager, I fought the oiliness with everything I...
K Beauty Hobbit
Feb 7, 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...
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Feb 4, 2019
La’dor Perfect Hair Fill Up Ampoule Review
Wouldn’t it be nice to actually have perfect hair? For me, that would look like thick, preferably curly, very long red hair that makes...
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Jan 29, 2019
Benton Shea Butter and Coconut Hand Cream Review
Every Fall and Winter, I struggle with chapped, irritated hands that sometimes even crack and bleed. I’m not sure if it’s the cold, the...
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Jan 7, 2019
LUOKI Double Shot Cleansing Water Review
The best of the best of Korean skincare products will not be beneficial if applied on the skin that is not properly cleansed. Even on my...
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Dec 19, 2018
The Saem Saemmul Mousse Candy Tint Review
If you’ve read my blog, you have noticed that the vast majority of reviews are about skincare and not decorative makeup. On one side,...
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Dec 15, 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...
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Dec 12, 2018
The Saem Silk Hair Hair Loss Care Essence Review
I currently have the longest hair I’ve had in years (past my shoulders) and a few months ago I noticed just how much it sheds! There’s...
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Dec 6, 2018
Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Toner Review
I love a good hydrating toner. Keeping my combination skin's moisture levels up has been one of the best ways to cut down on excess shine...
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Nov 30, 2018
The Face Shop Daily Beauty Tools Multi 5 Layer Facial Pad Review
Last year for Christmas, my husband gave me The Japanese Skincare Revolution book by Chizu Saeki (it’s very affordable and sold on...
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Nov 28, 2018
Purito Centella Green Level Safe Sun SPF50+ PA++++ Review
Update 3.21.21: As many of you already know, the Purito sunscreens tested below the SPF stated on the label. I decided not to take down...
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Nov 27, 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...
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Nov 24, 2018
MISSHA Over Lengthening Mascara (Wave Lash) Review
I have a love-hate relationship with mascaras. As someone who is naturally blonde, I have very light lashes that are simply invisible if...
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Nov 19, 2018
Kaminomoto Hair Accelerator Review
My hair is fine, straight, and naturally blonde (but I color it with henna monthly). It’s not thick by any means, and of course I would...
K Beauty Hobbit
Nov 16, 2018
Laneige Water Sleeping Mask Review
Nearly every product category has its heroes - best known, most loved, iconic items (Chanel N°5 for perfume, for example). In Korean...
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Nov 9, 2018
Dr.Jart+ Dermask Ultra Jet Porecting Solution Bubbling Charcoal Sheet Mask Review
Pores… Can we all just agree that visually, pores can never be small enough? Mine aren’t horrible, but I still want them smaller. Sadly,...
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Nov 8, 2018
La’dor Silk Ring Hair Essence Review
I dream of lush, curly red hair that goes below my waist and makes huge, beautiful braids. And what do I have instead? Fine, thin, blonde...
K Beauty Hobbit
Nov 5, 2018
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