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FRUDIA Green Grape Sebum Control Sun Gel SPF50+ PA++++ Review

K Beauty Hobbit

7 days ago

FRUDIA Green Grape Sebum Control Sun Gel SPF50+ PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Stylevana. I buy, test, and finish sunscreens often, but I’m not always the best at publishing reviews. Well, that’s about to change! My passion for SPF runs deep -I was a daily user even before discovering kbeauty (although back then I mostly used lotions with SPF15-20, and now I gravitate toward SPF50). FRUDIA Green Grape Sebum Control Sun Gel SPF50+ PA++++ is available on YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), Stylevana (co

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Tone-Up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ Review

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Mar 14

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Tone-Up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Stylevana. Testing sunscreens is my favorite thing - they are an essential part of my daily routine, and it doesn’t take too long to tell if I like the formula or not. I have tons of reviews to get out this year, so get ready! SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tone Brightening Tone-Up Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ is available on YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), Stylevana (code INF10KBH), and Jolse. It promises broad spectrum prote

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Mar 13

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-fit Suncream Light SPF 30 PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Stylevana. SKIN1004 does a great job promoting their products - they send generous PR packages, participate in giveaways hosted by stores and influencers, and overall spend a lot of effort on advertising. Imagine my surprise when I noticed a new SPF on one of their stories but couldn’t figure out what it was. The tube looked identical to my beloved sun serum but with a brown lid. SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Air-fit Sunc

TOCOBO Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Mar 9

TOCOBO Cotton Soft Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Stylevana. Every so often, a product seems to permeate social media and show up everywhere - all over my IG feed, YouTube suggestions, and TikTok FYP. Tocobo Cotton Soft Sun Stick is one of those products. I saw it everywhere, received it as PR from Stylevana, and then won another one in a giveaway from StyleKorean / James Welsh. I couldn’t control my curiosity and started testing almost right away. This is a cruelty fre

Dr.Ceuracle Pro-Balance Biotics Clear Up Sun Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Feb 10

Dr.Ceuracle Pro-Balance Biotics Clear Up Sun Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Oshen Skin. Back in 2022, I got a lot of Dr.Ceuracle sunscreens from Oshen Skin (discount code KBHOBBIT10). Some were great, and some not so much. I’ve been opening and using them one by one, slowly publishing reviews. I think this is the last one. Dr.Ceuracle Pro-Balance Biotics Clear Up Sun, sold here, is a combination sunscreen (physical and chemical filters) with a soft, creamy texture. It promises to even out skin t

SCENEARTH Oh, Everyday Essence Sun SPF 50+ PA++++ Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Dec 28, 2022

SCENEARTH Oh, Everyday Essence Sun SPF 50+ PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Oshen Skin. If I suddenly decided to only post SPF reviews, I could probably sustain this blog for some time. I have so many sunscreens - a lot of them are sealed and patiently waiting their turns, but many are opened and in active rotation. I typically finish a tube before I start something new, but I have a few different tubes in my rotation at any given time. Some are winners, some not so much, but I rarely give away

Hamel Vegan Relief Water Essence Sun Cream Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Oct 6, 2022

Hamel Vegan Relief Water Essence Sun Cream Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Oshen Skin. There’s no such thing as too much sunscreen, so of course I’m constantly testing new formulas in the hopes of helping my readers find a perfect one for them. I already reviewed Hamel sun serum (read here), but the brand also makes Hamel Vegan Relief Water Essence Sun Cream, available on Oshen Skin (discount code KBHOBBIT10). Watch the unboxing reel to truly appreciate the unique packaging. Hamel Vegan Relief

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Sep 20, 2022

Dr.Ceuracle Cica Regen Vegan Sun Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Oshen Skin. I’m always on the lookout for the latest and greatest sunscreens. Finding a formula that one can not only tolerate but use daily is very important. As always, Oshen Skin keeps me well stocked with great brands. Find my favorite sunscreens, by skin type, in this post. Dr.Ceuracle Cica Regen Vegan Sun SPF50+ PA++++ features a patented Cica Barrier Complex to soothe and strengthen the skin barrier. It is meant t

K Beauty Hobbit

Sep 15, 2022

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

Make p:rem Cica Pro Soothing Sun Essence 50+ PA++++ Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Aug 15, 2022

Make p:rem Cica Pro Soothing Sun Essence 50+ PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Credithink. It wouldn’t be my blog without frequent sunscreen reviews. It’s my favorite skincare category to test and one of the most important steps in the routine. I like a lot of make p:rem sunscreens and of course I had to try their Cica Pro Soothing Sun Essence 50+ PA++++, available on Amazon, YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), and Olive Young (discount code (KBHOBBIT77). This sun essence stood out to me because of th

Abib Protective Lip Balm Block Stick SPF15 Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Aug 8, 2022

Abib Protective Lip Balm Block Stick SPF15 Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Stylevana. I hope that most of my readers already know about the importance of SPF for the skin. A quick recap - sunscreen protects against skin cancer, premature aging, and even helps the pores look their best. I’ve been using SPF daily for decades, even before it was mainstream, because I’m so fair and burn very quickly. However, one area is typically neglected - the lips! A few years ago I had a huge panic moment when

SKIN1004 Hyalu-CICA Water-fit Sun Serum SPF 50+ PA++++ Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Jul 29, 2022

SKIN1004 Hyalu-CICA Water-fit Sun Serum SPF 50+ PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by the brand. Sunscreen is the most important part of a skincare routine. It’s a single step that protects from premature aging and skin cancer, and I wish more people realized that SPF isn’t just for beach days. I use sunscreen daily and love testing new formulas. SKIN1004 Hyalu-CICA Water-fit Sun Serum is the newest addition to the SKIN1004 family. I already love their physical sunscreen (review here), but it has some dra

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

K Beauty Hobbit

Jul 26, 2022

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

Dr.Ceuracle Hyal Reyouth Moist Sun Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Jul 14, 2022

Dr.Ceuracle Hyal Reyouth Moist Sun Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Oshen Skin. There is no such thing as too many sunscreen formulas, and I love testing new ones. Reviews are subjective, but they can help the reader narrow down their choices and hopefully have a higher probability of a successful purchase. Dr.Ceuracle Hyal Reyouth Moist Sun promises to feel like an essence, hydrate like a moisturizer, and of course protect like sunscreen with SPF50 PA++++. It’s a great way to minimize t

Mary & May CICA Soothing Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Jun 13, 2022

Mary & May CICA Soothing Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Oshen Skin. Mary & May CICA Soothing Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ is a vegan sunscreen that uses chemical filters. In addition to its obvious function of providing sun protection, it also promises to soothe, moisturize and brighten through the use of ingredients such as centella asiatica and its derivatives, fermented yeast, and niacinamide. This sunscreen is available on Oshen Skin (save on your entire order with my code KBH

Dr.Ceuracle 5Α Control No-Sebum Sun Lotion Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Jun 10, 2022

Dr.Ceuracle 5Α Control No-Sebum Sun Lotion Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Oshen Skin. It seems like every brand is releasing multiple SPF formulas this year, which is awesome because I see sun protection as the most important step in any skincare routine. I love testing sunscreens and telling people about them in the hopes that eventually everyone finds a formula they love. Dr.Ceuracle 5Α Control No-Sebum Sun Lotion SPF50+ PA++++ is an all-mineral sunscreen with a watery texture and a floral s

K Beauty Hobbit

Jun 8, 2022

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

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream Review

K Beauty Hobbit

Jun 1, 2022

Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Isntree. There’s no such thing as too much sunscreen. I use it every day, no matter the weather, and consider SPF to be the most important step of a skincare routine. One of my current sunscreens is Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Natural Sun Cream, available on Amazon, YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), Stylevana (discount code INF10KBH), Jolse, and StyleKorean. This is a mineral sunscreen (zinc oxide) that also contains benefici

Shiseido Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ Review

K Beauty Hobbit

May 24, 2022

Shiseido Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk SPF 50+ PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Stylevana. Sunscreens are my favorite products to test. I never skip SPF, not even if I’m sick or plan to stay home all day, because if you can see the sun, it can see you. Naturally, I go through quite a bit of sunscreen and like to try different brands and formulas. I’ve been mostly sticking to Korean SPF, but have recently branched out into Japanese ones and I’m loving them. Shiseido Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Skinca

Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua UV Super Moisture Gel Hydrating Sunscreen SPF50+/PA++++ Review

K Beauty Hobbit

May 16, 2022

Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua UV Super Moisture Gel Hydrating Sunscreen SPF50+/PA++++ Review

This post contains affiliate links. Product provided by Stylevana. I became an instant fan of Korean sunscreens as soon as I tried my very first one. Now I’m branching out to Japanese formulas and am equally impressed (if not more impressed, in some cases). The bottle I opened most recently is Rohto Mentholatum Skin Aqua UV Super Moisture Gel Hydrating Sunscreen SPF50+/PA++++, available on Amazon, YesStyle (reward code KBHOBBIT), Stylevana (code INF10KBH), and eBay. The amoun

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