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Skinny Clinicin Gangnam, Seoul.
“It’s lightweight but works like a much heavier formula.”
Dianna Mazonne Singh with Aestura’s AtoBarrier 365 Cream
But wait, theres more!
When I apply itbefore bed, my skin feels noticeably softer and smoother come morning.
All together, this makes it a dream formula forpost-breakoutrecovery and any lingering redness.
Dianna Mazonne Singh with Aestura’s AtoBarrier 365 Cream
It absorbs fast and is the perfect follow-up to your cleanser and toner.
It gives skinthatkind of rush of hydration."
Jart+’s Ceramidin Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream.
Thats why a travel-size tube of this lives in my toiletry kit.
Sarah Han with Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Water Gel.
Sarah Han applying Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Water Gel to her face.
Sarah Han with Dr. Althea’s 345 Relief Cream
Tester feedback:“This istheperfect summertime moisturizer for my combination skin,” commerce editorSarah Hansays.
(Pilling, who?)
Gently rub in the cooling gel-cream morning and night after cleansing andtoning.
“I love how hydrating yet deeply moisturizing Innisfree’s Dewy Glow Jelly Cream is,” Blay says.
Plus, the brand says it’s gentle enough touse on babies.
Tester feedback:“This is my favorite post-shower moisturizer,” says Blackman.
Annie Blackman with the Belif True Cream Aqua Bomb
TL;DR This medicinal root is key to firming, lifting, and tightening mature complexions.
P.S.AllureKorea has its ownBest of Beauty Awards, and this cream was declared a winner in 2022.
Not only is this complex powerful, but it’s also incredibly gentleso don’t worry abouteye irritation.
Tester Feedback:“This is another lightweight moisturizer I’ve been loving,” says Han.
The jelly-like texture also provides a cooling effect, which is welcomed during NYC’s hottest days.
A little goes a long way with this one."
Deanna Pai with the Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream
The brand recommends layering the water-based, oil-free formula overanother moisturizeras anovernight hydrating mask.
“But the real star is the ‘blue’ hyaluronic acid,” Fee points out.
The jar is refillablea50-milliliter podcosts $34, saving you $6.
Sarah Han with Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Water Gel.
you could also use it on your body, especially on rough areas likeelbows and knees.
It’s super lightweight, effortlessly blendable, and a bonafide editor favoriteperiod, end of sentence.
Hydration and gentle formulas are critical to this philosophy, and for good reason.
Sarah Han with Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Water Gel.
How should I choose a Korean moisturizer?
“I would focus on the texture more than anything else,” says Dr. Kim.
If you’re looking for extra hydration, ingredients like cica and hyaluronic acid are Korean skin-care staples.
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Annie Blay with Innisfree’s Cherry Blossom Glow Jelly Cream
