Looking for a mascara with no fibers and is good for sensitive eyes.

There's so many lip stains available and ofc all look beautiful when you search them online.

So what is everyone's favorite lip stain? How well does it last? How's the formula?

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To be honest, I have combination skin, and oil control has never really been my top priority. But after using this serum, I realized that paying a bit more attention to oil control could actually do my skin some good. It did a solid job of keeping my skin hydrated without making it feel like an oil slick.

I have combination skin, and this serum kept things balanced—moisturized without being too heavy or too light. As for pore care, I didn’t notice any major changes, but my pores around my nose did seem a little less noticeable. It didn’t work miracles, but it did keep my skin smooth and refreshed.

Conclusion: This serum nails hydration and oil control, making it a great pick for combination skin. If you're looking for something that moisturizes without making you shine like a disco ball, this could be your go-to. It’s a solid product, just don’t expect it to perform magic!

I just went to gift a friend Eco Your Skin Facial Pilates mask only to find it has been removed from Peach and Lily. Doing a wider search online, I can’t seem to find another retailer that has this product. Anyone have the tea or at least a VERY good replacement? I love this mask!

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I'm noticing that out of my entire AB stash, I'm really enjoying using the products with fancy packaging. Like the Pyunkang Yul Black Tea Time Reverse series. I keep them in their original paper boxes and pull them out every time. Oohing and aahing at the paper wrap and metal containers 😂

Also it's not an expensive product, but the Skin1004 Centella Ampoule glass bottle! It makes me feel LUXE!

At the other end of the spectrum... I pulled the Skin1004 Pro-Bio Cica cream mini out of its paper box and the the little flimsy plastic jar made me so sad 😭

This got me thinking, what other brands have really nice packaging that makes you happy to use it?

I can't figure it out based on past posts ... is beauty of joseon (not the new one) sunscreen oil or water based? I'm curious if it is safe to use oil blotting sheets with, I've read if it's oil based then that defeats the purpose of sunscreen.

Looking for a mascara that works for sensitive eyes. Every mascara I try makes my eyes itchy!

I have been using this for years in the winter for my dry, cracked (and sometimes bleeding) back of my hands. The company seems to be having restocking issues and so now I am looking for a dupe. What’s your favorite AB thick body butter that helps repair dry cracked skin? I am not necessarily looking for exact ingredient dupe but something that works just as well and smells nice :)

What do you use for toner, essences, my actives, moisturizers or overnight masks? Sunscreen and base makeup (if any) that works for you. Will be great if you can state your skin type, whether you use tret or AA or tazarotene etc, and climate too!

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I purchased the 1899 single essence years ago on Amazon. I loved it, but I don’t want to order more products from there due to the high chance of a fake or poor warehouse conditions. Where can I get an authentic product?

Hey everyone. I would like to know about which ab vitamin c serums are you all using and how does it work for your skin. Mention your skin type and your holy grail vitamin c serums.

just came across this tiktok by an influencer who introduced that concept to me. i’ve always delt with it but i never had a name for it

in the morning after doing my nighttime routine my skin is even-toned, glowy and not warm to the touch, etc, but as i go about my day parts of my skin will flare up red and be warm to the touch.

i always thought it was a rosacea related issue but are these things just the same things just synonymous to each other?

also to people that have this—-how do you treat it personally? in the video she recommends tea tree!

As someone with super dry skin with texture & acne, this rice mask is amazing. Some days, i jusy pour out some of the liquid that hasnt been absorbed by the mask and then tap it onto my skin. It’s never looked better.

I need to know if there’s just a bottle full of whatever is in this, so i can tap it on every night. I dont think my wallet can handle using the sheet masks every night lol

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Does anyone have preference with the clear versus the green or pink or lavender?

This mascara is near impossible to take off!! I’ve tried make up wipes (simple, Nivea), micellar water, and iunik’s centella green fresh cleansing oil… no good!

Does anyone use this mascara, and if so, how do you remove it effectively?

Hey everyone, just want to start a discussion on PDRN. I haven’t seen much reviews on it yet. Have you tried one and whats your opinion on it? Very promising if works, the claims are increased collagen, wound healing, anti inflammatory which is just wow.

I do not have Tik Tok, so out of the loop on what is new fun and effective!

Post your most recent buys and why you love or hate them!

What experience do you have with this ingredient and where does it stand on effectiveness? I have seen it recently in the Dr. Jart line.

I really don't know what to do anymore. I was very hesitant to try oil cleansers and started with the Kose Softymo Speedy because many said it was their HG. I love how it removes a lot of gunk from my face and the texture of my skin is lovely, but my skin gets so red and products sting after oil cleansing with this cleanser. I have a hard time with products in general and have a very minimalistic routine (also because I use tazarotene), but I'm not sure what to do now. I like the feel of oil cleansing but I'm very prone to irritated skin and more acne with it. Is it better for me to try a good cleansing balm instead of cleansing oil? Or is it better to stop using a cleansing oil and start cleansing with a regular gentle cleanser instead?

My empties this fall/winter. Hubby and I are in our 50s. Skin is dry. Home climate is moderate with moderate humidity but I travel a lot so am in various climates and deal with dehydrating airplane atmosphere a lot.

Curel Moisture Intensive Care Moisture Facial Milk: super light and absorbs quickly. Face feels moisturized. It’s a little light for winter but it was perfect for summer so will repurchase for warmer weather. Hubby agrees. 4/5 WRP

S. Nature Rice Foam Cleanser: very gentle, face feels and looks clean, nonstripping. I use as 2nd cleanser when I wear make up or wash twice with this is if it’s a no makeup day. (I’ve worn sunscreen daily since I was 15.) Love it. 4/5 MRP

Torriden Dive In Cleaning Foam: very gentle, moisturizing, face looks and feels clean, nonstripping. I like this better than the S Nature cleanser. I bought both during a 1+1 event at OY so I’m set for a while for cleansers. Love this! 5/5 HG

D’Alba First Serum Spray: bought because FOMO and my friend said allllllll the Korean and Japanese cabin crews swear by it. Hated it. Pleasant smell but hated it. Found it as effective as misting with water. 1/5 WNRP

Abib Glutathisome Dark Spot Vita Serum: bought on a whim because I loved the Luminous Melting Serum and practically cried when they discontinued it. So, one day towards the end of the bottle hubby says, unprompted, “I really like that Abib stuff. My spots are fading.” It’s elegant, sinks in immediately and fades the hyperpigmentation. Like the Luminous Serum, I think it works gradually. I don’t notice how it makes my skin look and feel until I run out and see the difference without it. I’ve already reordered two bottles. 5/5 HG

Nimbuz:n 5+ Vitamin Concentrated Serum: bought a 1+1 pack last year and loved it but only found the bottle and toner pads set this summer. I think it’s a formula change but not sure. It’s okay. It melts into the skin as well but didn’t see any improvement. Used it after I ran out of the Abib serum and hubby asked if we were getting more of the Abib soon. I felt the same. 5/5 for the old formula 3/5 for the new WNRP

Back when I used to have moderate acne, a girl in my high school told me that her family used traditional Chinese medicinal foods to keep their skin healthy and “balanced”. I initially pushed it to the back of my mind, but I’m just now remembering. Has anyone tried diets that improved the health of your skin?

TLDR: has your diet impacted the external appearance of your skin? Which diet? How so?