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ThebeautyofKorean skin-caresuperstar Beauty of Joseon lies in itsgratifying textures, no-bullshit formulas, and affordable prices.
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Without further ado, I present the six best BoJ formulas that will remain staples in my skin-care routine.
It’s cooling, refreshing, and layers wonderfully underneath my sunscreen and makeup sans pilling.
I always want to look like a little dewy dumpling/cherub, and this does the trick!
Me holding a tube of the Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Water Gel
Plus, at $17, it’s way more affordable than many retinol eye creams out there.
Don’t just take it from me.
I let the formula absorb for a minute before applying my moisturizer to seal everything in.
Me holding a tube of the Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Water Gel
you’re free to still buy the original from Asia-based retailers, a.k.a.
the ones listed above.
Now that’s out of the way, this isitif you like glowing formulas.
If you have yet to try aKorean sunscreen, this is a most excellent first foray.
(And if you want additional recs, hit me up.
I could wax poetic for hours.)
Me applying Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum: Ginseng + Retinal
into my palm and gently press the toner into my cheeks, forehead, and chin for better absorption.
very visible pores on my forehand and on/around my nose.
(I’m lazy, so the reality is more like every two weeks.)
Despite containing superfine rice grains (a.k.a.
afterward, but alas, I resist and move on to serum.
Whatever you choose, I’d definitely test it out on a small patch of skin.
Me applying Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF 50
(The mask comes with a spatula but I just forgo it.)
I leave it on for about 15 minutes before washing it off very thoroughly.
I give my eye area extra love if I wore liquid eye shadow and/or mascara that day.
anyone who wears sunscreen and/or makeup
We’re huge (huge!)
Han before using the Beauty of Joseon Ground Rice and Honey Glow Mask
Han after using the Beauty of Joseon Ground Rice and Honey Glow Mask
Me removing my makeup with Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm
Me before using Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm
Me after using Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm