Your fav haircare products for oily scalp and dry hair??

I'm seeing these shades listed in a travel size but not finding them anywhere else. If they're not a mistake, anyone tried and have swatches? I'm currently mixing 25 with a lighter shade.

https://missha.ca/collections/bb-cream-foundation/products/missha-m-perfect-cover-bb-cream-ex-20ml

I've noticed this trend in a lot of brands, and not only asian, that they go vegan.

However, I noticed that the catch is that this often means there are no preservatives in those type of products and the shelf life is 6 months after opening. Some can go bad even sooner than that.

So what are your favorite products that last at least 12m from opening it (this is usually printed on the back, for those who don't know) , be it skincare and especially makeup?

And just fyi, I don't have anything with vegan products, but I'd rather make the best of my money, and products that go bad before I have a chance to finish them aren't it .

Those who benefits from niacinamide products, please share your favorite products and experiences!

I've just recently discovered AB after living with my head in the sand!

I started using my first product, Cosrx The 6 Peptide Skin Booster, which I ADORE.
I usually just shake a few drops into my hand and press into my skin. But as I've started delving into AB YouTube videos, I see influencers just pouring and drenching their skin with serums, essences, and toners.

Approximately how much do you apply? Is there a wrong or right amount that one should apply? I am aware of the "2 fingers" rule for sunscreen on the face, but I'm stumped on how much skincare I should be applying!

I entered the world of skincare when I was around 18 years old. I used commercial and pharmacy brands, but I didn’t really know what I was doing until my mid-20s when I discovered Asian skincare (all of this before its big boom, so prices were even lower). I started gradually and found products I liked and others I didn’t, but I mostly fell in love with Japanese sunscreens (SkinAqua, Biore), which I like much more than Korean ones to this day.

Now, what products do you all like the most, Korean or Japanese skincare?

I feel like Korea is constantly innovating, but I don’t always like the products, and Japan has so many options that they can be a bit difficult to find from outside.

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Hey all, I’m kinda embarrassed but I started having grey hair (genetics or stress) since high school and more so as time progresses. Is there any grey coverage dye shampoo along with maybe damage prevention treatments ? My mom said to not use hair dye because of damaging the hair black and the white. I doubt I can spot treats the white hair specifically , is there any Asian products out there that can help?

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Hi all! which of these blush shades do you think would work best for a soft summer or a soft autumn? Thanks!

Just wanted to give a heads-up to anyone from the UK interested in the Aestura Atobarrier 365 line.

They are currently still selling the old formulas for the Atobarrier 365 Cream and Lotion.

This is great if you prefer the old formula (sans niacinamide) and will be able to stock up.

However, they will be replenishing stocks with the renewal of both the Cream & Lotion from the end of September onwards.

This is according to a (very kind) Aestura rep who was able to answer this for me.

Hey guys, just wanted to post this just in case others may be dealing with this after using Tsubaki Cool Shampoo (pictured).

No hate against this brand, but after using this shampoo for just one day, I started having trouble opening my eyes. After a week of usage, I was unable to keep my eyes open and had extreme irritation and inflammation in my eyes.

At first, I didn't know what was going on. I was rendered helpless because I couldn't drive or work. My partner took me to urgent care, the ER 2x, the optometrist, the ophthalmologist 3x within the span of 2 weeks. No one could figure out what was going on and I was on antibiotic eye drops for 10 days.

The turning point was when the ophthalmologist told me that I had Keratitis (inflammation of the cornea) yesterday and let me know it's just due to something irritating my eyes. He gave me some anti-inflammatory eye drops and sent me home. I was suspecting that it might have been my new shampoo the day before I saw the doctor, so I stopped using it that day.

Today is the second day without using the Tsubaki Cool Shampoo and my eyes are almost back to normal.

This is likely not the case for most people using this shampoo, but just wanted to put it out there in case anyone else had this side effect and can't figure out what's going on.

Hello AB! Welcome to Product Authenticity Thursday,

Our weekly product authenticity thread is a work in progress, comments about how to improve are welcome. We made our best effort based on comments received here as well as what we have been seeing as mods.

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Comments and Questions welcome, we hope this thread is helpful!

New fridge comes with a section for skincare! What is best kept in it, either for extra efficacy or pleasure of use? Thanks!

Want to talk about non-AB products? Frustrated and need to rant? Can't wait until Friday to share your haul? Found an amazing deal? Post it here in our (almost) Anything Goes Thread! Remember to adhere to general conduct of the sub and keep it civil. Self promotion, research, and no business rules still apply.

All personal or basic questions related to your routine or AB products still belong in the Alter-Daily Help Thread.

I’ve been using a non-AB sunscreen (LRP) for a few months now and uhhh I’m not sure how to feel about it? It’s not like it is breaking me out but I also feel like it’s not doing much even though I wear it on the daily and re-apply if I’m out for a long day. But are sunscreens even supposed to make a big difference?

I heard that non-AB sunscreens are better than AB ones, is that actually true?

I’m relatively new to skincare and I’ve only started wearing sunscreen a few months ago lol (my goal is to treat hyperpigmentation) so I’d love to hear your views on this. Also please tell me if you have any HG AB sunscreen and why it is your HG!

Last year, EuniSoo's bazzaalbox was great. I have an expiring bazzaalbox promotion and have been saving it for either of their holiday boxes. Do you think there will be a good holiday one before 2025, based on past trends?

What are your holy grails for fading post acne marks. I've found it hard to find a good one that doesn't have niacinimide.

Hey everyone! 👋

I’ve been trying to perfect my hair care routine for my thick, straight Asian hair, but I’m always curious to hear what works for others. Whether you’ve got a simple routine or a 10-step regimen, I’d love to know what products you swear by and how often you use them.

What’s your go-to shampoo and conditioner? Do you use oils or serums? And how often do you wash your hair?

Right now, I start with a pre-wash oil treatment like camellia or ginseng oil for extra nourishment. I use a gentle or sulfate-free shampoo to cleanse my scalp, and conditioner on the mid-lengths and ends. Once a week, I use a deep-conditioning hair mask with ingredients like rice water or keratin. I also use leave-in conditioner or serum.

Looking forward to hearing your routines! 😊

Hello! Ive had this face powder for a while and just noticed the date printed on the box 2023 / 10 / 26. However i cant understand the word printed next to the date. Google translate as “passed”, which i assume expired?

Earlier today I saw Stylev4n4 says on their website that they don’t ship with P.O boxes or anything of that nature. Is that really true or just a precaution? I am from Panama and I really wanna shop from them but I might pass if it’s too dangerous. Has anyone tried buying with P.O boxes over there lately? is it safe?

I don’t see any questions relating to this for high porosity hair, so I thought I’d ask this as I always see questions relating to low porosity hair

What are the best products to heal a damaged skin barrier, and how fast and effective was the healing process?

Does anyone have any experience with KoreanDirect.com? Has anyone heard of it? They have a product that I've been looking for everywhere, but I can't find any reviews on them and they aren't listed on TrustPilot. My scam radar is going off, but I thought I would see if anyone had ordered from there.

Been really into nail polish especially Japanese nail polish brands like Canmake, Nail Holic, and Ducato, I want to hear what others think.

Any favorite brands? Which brands have the longest lasting formula? Which brands have your favorite colors?

And, specifically: anyone tried Addiction or Excel nail polish? Especially the former as it’s readily available stateside now without much markup if at all.

Also curious if there’s any place in the US besides YesStyle that Nail Holic can be purchased at reasonable prices.