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The Lab Blanc Doux Oligo Hyaluronic Acid Midnight Serum Capsule Review

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Jun 7

The Lab Blanc Doux Oligo Hyaluronic Acid Midnight Serum Capsule Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Credithink. The Lab Blanc Doux Oligo Hyaluronic Acid Midnight Serum Capsule is a highly concentrated gel with hyaluronic acid. It promises to brighten the skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The capsules are available on Amazon from Credithink - use my code kbhobbit10 for a discount. The code works on everything else sold by Credithink. All of their products are authentic. How to use: Cleanse and u

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Jun 4

I'm From Ginseng Serum Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Wishtrend. My love for the I’m From Ginseng line started with the wash off mask (review here). After that, I decided to try their eye cream (review here). And then it seemed logical to get the serum too. I’m glad I did. I’m From Ginseng Serum is made with Red Ginseng and Panax Ginseng Seed Oil to nourish the skin. It promises to help with elasticity and prevent sagging. This serum is cruelty free and available on Wishtre

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Goodal Green Tangerine Vitamin C Dark Spot Facial Serum Review

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May 28

Goodal Green Tangerine Vitamin C Dark Spot Facial Serum Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product won in a giveaway. I’m not new to kbeauty or skincare in general, but have only been experimenting with vitamin C for the last year or so, because of my love-hate relationship with this ingredient. Some products are stable but ineffective, others work well but oxidize fast. And yet I’m not giving up, because the benefits in terms of hyperpigmentation and even boosting the SPF effects are worth it. My most recent vitamin C adventure

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May 21

Phykology 5 Hyaluronic Serum Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by BeMused Korea. One of the best parts of having a beauty blog is discovering new, amazing brands. I have had the privilege of trying out the entire Phykology line courtesy of BeMused Korea. Save on any full priced items any time with my affiliate code KBHOBBIT, or get 20% off Phykology with code PHYKB20 until the end of May, 2021. Today’s review is for Phykology 5 Hyaluronic Serum. You can see it “in person” in this unbox

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Make P:rem Poncirus Trifoliata C Dark Spot Serum Review

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May 14

Make P:rem Poncirus Trifoliata C Dark Spot Serum Review

This post contains affiliate links. I won this product in a giveaway. I have a complicated relationship with vitamin C serums. They tend to stress me out - the finicky storage requirements (dark, preferably refrigerated) and the constant impending doom of oxidation kept me from exploring them for a long time. I’ve been a heavy consumer of Korean beauty products for over 4 years, and am only now getting into vitamin C. I’ve been missing out. Through exploring various products,

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Apr 20

Oseque Hyaluronic Pure Ampoule Review

This is a sponsored review. This post contains affiliate links. Oseque Hyaluronic Pure Ampoule promises to moisturize, rejuvenate, and protect the skin barrier. I can’t believe that only 5 years ago I didn’t even know what hyaluronic acid was, and now it’s one of my favorite skincare ingredients. While varying amounts of HA are present in many products, I like to have a dedicated serum or ampoule, especially when my skin is feeling dry or dehydrated. The ampoule can be purcha

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Abib Yuja Essence Vitalizing Pump Review

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Apr 13

Abib Yuja Essence Vitalizing Pump Review

This review contains affiliate links. I won this product in a giveaway. Abib is a new to me brand. I won a wonderful package through Picky (highly recommend that app. Sign up here using invitation code 982961C6), and have had a great time getting to know the products. Watch the unboxing reel here. The prize included four different essences - today’s review is about the yuja one. Abib Yuja Essence Vitalizing Pump promises to rejuvenate the skin, making it glow from within. It’

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Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop Review

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Mar 22

Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop Review

For the first time in years, vitamin C has become a constant part of my routine. I have been finishing one serum and moving to another, comparing and contrasting, looking for the next best thing. My current vitamin C companion is Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop. I received it as a gift, but it’s available on* Wishtrend (use code LUCY15 for a discount), YesStyle (use reward code KBHOBBIT), Amazon, and eBay. This Klairs serum contains stabilized vitamin C and promises to hel

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Krave Beauty Great Barrier Relief Serum Review

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Mar 17

Krave Beauty Great Barrier Relief Serum Review

As a beauty blogger (it still feels funny to say that, even 4 years in), I try a lot of skincare. Most of the time, my skin deals with the variety just fine. But occasionally, I use the wrong thing, exfoliate too much, or mess things up in some other way. At that point, restoring the damaged barrier becomes a priority. I kept hearing such great things about Krave Beauty that I simply had to try one of their star products - Krave Beauty Great Barrier Relief serum. The serum ca

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Torriden Dive-In Low Molecule Hyaluronic Acid Serum Review

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Feb 10

Torriden Dive-In Low Molecule Hyaluronic Acid Serum Review

Five years ago I had no idea what hyaluronic acid even was, and now I can’t imagine my skincare routine without it. Sometimes it’s just an unassuming part of an ingredient list, and sometimes it’s the focal point of the whole product. Torriden Dive-In Low Molecule Hyaluronic Acid Serum provides intensive moisture and soothes the skin. It’s sold on* YesStyle (use reward code KBHOBBIT for an extra discount), Amazon, Stylevana, Stylekorean, and eBay. This serum is also known as

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Jan 28

I’m From Rice Serum Review

Toward the end of 2020, I received a surprise (and beautiful) package from Wishtrend (unboxing here). Inside were their brand new rice releases, plus the iconic I’m From rice toner. Here are my reviews for the toner, mask, and cream. One of the new releases was I’m From Rice Serum. It is made with 73% fermented rice germ extract and promises to boost collagen production and improve elasticity. The brand recommends using the serum along with the rice cream for an even better e

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Dec 18, 2020

Make p:rem Tamanu Calming Serum Review

I always have at least a few soothing / calming products in my arsenal, because I never know when redness or a breakout may strike. I recently won Make p:rem Tamanu Calming Serum from CrediThink. It’s available from their* Amazon store. If you aren’t familiar with CrediThink, they started out as an Amazon merchant, and then became a curator for lesser-known, indie Korean beauty brands. My first experiences with brands like make p:rem, Whamisa, Isntree, and Urang were through

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Skin&Lab Vitamin C Brightening Serum Review

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Dec 4, 2020

Skin&Lab Vitamin C Brightening Serum Review

I have very fair, freckle-prone combination skin. And while I like my freckles, I do not want them to start merging into age spots. I’ve been on the hunt for a good vitamin C serum for some time. I’ve had a fair share of misses - Purito (turns out I’m allergic), Cosrx Triple C (oxidized way too quickly and sort of stung my face), and some non-kbeauty brands that didn’t seem to do anything at all. Skin&Lab Vitamin C Brightening Serum was sent to me as PR in a By Sophie beauty

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Pyunkang Yul Limited Edition Moisture Skincare Set Review - StyleKorean Try Me Review Me

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Oct 15, 2020

Pyunkang Yul Limited Edition Moisture Skincare Set Review - StyleKorean Try Me Review Me

I read and hear about Pyunkang Yul all the time, but until recently have never had the pleasure of trying it. The brand was started by a famous Pyunkang Oriental Medicine Clinic in Korea and focuses on gentle, safe ingredients. I was thrilled to win the Style Korean’s Try Me Review Me for a Pyunkang Yul gift set. You can purchase that set here or any other Pyunkang Yul products here. All of these items are made without artificial colors or fragrances and are hypoallergenic. T

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Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Serum Review

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Sep 22, 2020

Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Serum Review

It finally happened - I got my hands on a full-size Glow Recipe product. I’ve been intrigued by this eye-catching brand for months, but never quite got around to purchasing. Imagine my excitement when I was offered to be one of the first people to try their new Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Serum - before it was even released for sale! It’s available for purchase on* Glow Recipe website. This plum serum promises to hydrate and visibly plump up the skin, improving hydratio

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May 22, 2020

Oattbe Syn Bio β-Glucans Serum Review

Oattbe is a new to me brand of Korean skincare, and so far I love it. Oattbe’s philosophy is to combine the best of science and nature. The name itself comes from a fusion of “oat” and “syn bio beta glucans”. In addition to the sheet masks I already reviewed, I also got a chance to try the Oattbe Syn Bio β-Glucans Serum (available on Amazon). Oattbe Syn Bio β-Glucans Serum promises the following: Instantly moisturize the skin by penetrating deeply into the layers (Oattbe uses

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Feb 24, 2020

Purito Centella Unscented Serum

This post contains affiliate links One of the many reasons I love Korean beauty is how responsive brands are to consumer feedback. And that makes sense - Korean skincare market is so competitive that only the best, most attentive companies survive. Purito has been a constant resident of my bathroom shelves for years. The first time I purchased one of their products was back when they only had three to choose from. These days, the lineup has expanded, and Purito can be often s

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May 5, 2019

A’pieu Hamamelis T-Zone Serum Review

Combination skin is a gift that keeps on giving - too much nourishment and it gets shiny in the t-zone; not enough - and the dry parts flake while the oily ones get even oilier to compensate. Lovely. Of course, that’s exactly the skin type I have. Typically, I use the same skin care products on the entire face. However, recently A’pieu (a spin-off brand by Missha) came out with a special item for the t-zone - A’pieu Hamamelis T-zone Serum. It’s available on eBay and Amazon. I

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Nov 14, 2018

SCINIC Honey All In One Ampoule Review

My combination skin (oily t-zone, dry-to-normal cheeks) dries out like crazy during the cold seasons. And while it makes my already dry areas even more dry and flaky, the oily zones compensate but getting even oilier! I take Fall and Winter hydration very seriously. Many people with dry skin types have been raving about SCINIC Honey All In One Ampoule, available on eBay, Amazon and YesStyle, so I decided to try it. Active ingredients: Honey extract - honey is loaded with vita

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Purito Pure Hyaluronic Acid 90 Serum - New Version - Review

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Sep 24, 2018

Purito Pure Hyaluronic Acid 90 Serum - New Version - Review

Purito has been one of my favorite brands since I first discovered it a couple of years ago. I have fully enjoyed watching its evolution - from a poorly known name with only a couple of products in unassuming packaging to a more and more growing presence in the Korean beauty and skincare world with several full lines for different skin types. This serum is available on eBay and Amazon. Hyaluronic acid is a key component to a healthy glow. It attracts environmental moisture to

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KOREAN COSMETICS REVIEWS

Welcome to the Blog

The Lab Blanc Doux Oligo Hyaluronic Acid Midnight Serum Capsule Review

I'm From Ginseng Serum Review

Goodal Green Tangerine Vitamin C Dark Spot Facial Serum Review

Phykology 5 Hyaluronic Serum Review

Make P:rem Poncirus Trifoliata C Dark Spot Serum Review

Oseque Hyaluronic Pure Ampoule Review

Abib Yuja Essence Vitalizing Pump Review

Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop Review

Krave Beauty Great Barrier Relief Serum Review

Torriden Dive-In Low Molecule Hyaluronic Acid Serum Review

I’m From Rice Serum Review

Make p:rem Tamanu Calming Serum Review

Skin&Lab Vitamin C Brightening Serum Review

Pyunkang Yul Limited Edition Moisture Skincare Set Review - StyleKorean Try Me Review Me

Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Serum Review

Oattbe Syn Bio β-Glucans Serum Review

Purito Centella Unscented Serum

A’pieu Hamamelis T-Zone Serum Review

SCINIC Honey All In One Ampoule Review

Purito Pure Hyaluronic Acid 90 Serum - New Version - Review

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