1. Missha's Soft Finish Sun Milk sunscreen approved by many reviewers with oily skin who rave about its ability to blend and not leave a greasy finish. It has SPF 50+ protection and resists water, sweat, and tears.
(Hopefully, tears of joy!) It also creates a silky smooth base — perfect for wearing under a full face of makeup. In the progression photos above, you can see a reviewer before applying the sun milk, after applying the sun milk, and then the sun milk under makeup. Missha is a South Korean cosmetics and skincare brand.
Although many reviewers say they don't experience a white cast with this, it is an untinted mineral sunscreen — so results in terms of white cast may vary! Not to be dramatic, but OMG — this product leaves my skin looking and feeling *SO* soft. It gives your skin an ultra-smooth texture, making it the perfect SPF to lay underneath your makeup! Plus, it has a subtle, clean scent. I've been using this product for four months now and will absolutely continue to use it! Promising review: "I have dark, oily skin and purchased this product after reading recommendations.
There is no white cast; you can barely see it upon application unless you use too much. You definitely do not need a lot, it spreads thin. When it dries, any color is gone.
It also helps slow down my face getting all greasy as the day goes on , which I love. My skin is very, very oily but I can still apply this after my moisturizer and feel totally comfortable. I'm not a fan of scents, and the scent on this is extremely mild.
" — Ms. Renee Get it from Amazon for $18.90 .
2. A moisturizing Etude House sun milk , which comes packed with SPF 50 and 20 powerful plant ingredients that are gentle on your skin and leave you with a lightweight, airy finish. Etude House celebrates beauty and aims to provide both makeup and skincare products that are beginner-friendly.
Make sure to shake before using and apply to areas that will be exposed to UV rays. Promising review: "With oily, pale skin I've been hunting for a sunscreen that protects, spreads well, and will not make me break out or look even greasier for almost two decades. I'd tried every product that claimed to do so and had almost given up on finding a perfect solution — until this.
Now it's the only brand I'll use. When layered under a mattifying primer and makeup, I'm less shiny than I've ever been in my life, and feel confident I'm keeping my skin healthier. Feels amazingly breathable on, not cakey nor does it clog pores.
My only tip: it's thin enough to be able to spread and absorb well, but you'll want to work quickly and start with a small amount and build up as needed. If left to sit or slathered too thick, it can leave streaks of white cast that I've seen even on my pasty complexion, so I'm sure it would be even more noticeable on darker skin tones, but that's probably true of many sunscreens. No issues with pilling as long as you give it a few minutes to soak in before adding makeup.
I LOVE it. Highly recommend and WILL keep ordering more as needed!" — ETSR Get it from Amazon for $13.64 (available in two styles).
3. A wonderfully potent Seoul Ceuticals Day Glow Serum infused with hyaluronic and ferulic acid, vitamin E, citrus stem cells, and centella asiatica to help (*takes a deep breath*) reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines as well as help fade dark spots, shrink pores, prevent breakouts, and brighten your overall complexion. Those bare-faced beach pics are about to look extra *gorgeous*.
Seoul Ceuticals is a Korean skincare brand that uses key ingredients sourced from Korea and was developed in collaboration with Ella Cho, an expert in the K-Beauty industry. Seoul Ceuticals products are cruelty-free and vegan, and are designed to offer anti-aging benefits. Promising review: "Magic in a freaking bottle.
I love this product. I was hesitant to buy and start a new addition to my skincare routine but I said F it and bought it on a whim. WELL I AM SO GLAD I DID.
Pores, wrinkles, and fine lines are minimized, hydration on point, and it smells AMAZING. Yes the texture is water-based, and when I woke up the next day — WOW I WAS GLOWING!!! It's been a few weeks on this now and I have to say I will continue to buy it. I rinse with water and then put a dropper full on each cheek and rub it all over my face and follow it with sunscreen.
FREAKING GLOWWWWWWWINGGGGGG. I am obsessed with this product and just the scent alone throws me into an amazing start to my day. Heaven in a bottle.
YUM!!!!!!!" — Clayt Get it from Amazon for $19.98+ (available in two sizes). 4.
An Elizabeth Mott Thank Me Later face primer — the little potion you'll be thanking at the end of a sunny day at the pool when you're makeup *still* looks bomb AF. This pore-minimizing miracle worker (with SPF 30!) helps blur your pores, gives you a ~velvety complexion~, and locks your look in place so that it doesn't move or shift around. Reviewers say it absorbs well, foundation glides over it, and it makes their full face stand up to summer heat! Plus, it comes in four problem-solving formulas.
Elizabeth Mott is a Korean American, woman-owned biz! Promising reviews: "I wore this primer under my foundation ( Nars and Maybelline Fit Me ) along with setting spray ( Nyx ) in this photo [above right]. I had been dunked in the pool two times and went down a giant slide that caused you to go under water three times. This was the result of my makeup ! Love this product.
A little goes a long way!" — Ryan Brooks "I have extremely sensitive, acne prone skin. I realized the makeup I was previously using was breaking me out so I threw it away and purchased this primer with a powder foundation from another brand. THIS PRIMER THOUGH!! I hated the powder foundation I purchased and got rid of that too, but this stays.
I use this as my foundation now! It comes out green but blends into your face quickly. It covers my redness and uneven skin tone, but my freckles can still be seen. It makes my face look almost flawless, hydrated, and clear.
This blew me away. I've already been suggesting it to friends and I will continue to buy this over and over again." — Lucy Get it from Amazon for $18.
49+ (available in four formulas and in a bundle). 5. A Korean exfoliating mitt if you want to achieve that ~buttery soft~ skin for all those cute bathing suits you'll be wearing.
It helps you gently lather off dead skin, prevent ingrown hairs, and eliminate bumps caused by keratosis pilaris. The best part? You can get specific about the exfoliation pressure since it's on your own hand! Seraphic Skincare focuses on providing Korean-inspired exfoliating products and tools that are natural, reusable, affordable, and easy to use Promising review: "Right out of the box I could tell these mitts were going to be exactly what I needed. Excellent quality and easy to use! I’ve tried them twice already and my skin is now incredibly smooth! After I scrubbed my arm, I looked at the mitt and saw it was covered with dead skin cells.
I’ll be buying more of these as gifts for girlfriends (in a fun spa gift basket)!" — Danielle Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available individually or as a pair). 6.
Cosrx niacinamide face serum for all the folks with sensitive and/or oily skin (which only seems to be made worse by those strong sun rays). 🫠 Not only does this fade blemish scars and help minimize the appearance of pores, but it also provides redness relief and reduces excess oil. Can I get a "heck yeah"? Cosrx is a Korean cosmetics brand founded in 2013 by Jun Sang Hun.
The brand's philosophy is to use "minimum ingredients, maximum effectiveness," and its products are often described as having a gentle composition, minimal ingredients, and no dyes or fragrances. All Cosrx products are dermatologist-tested, cruelty-free, and have no parabens, sulfates, or phthalates. Promising review: "Having lived in Texas my whole life I have struggled with oily skin’s especially during the summer/fall months.
I have always been a big fan of CORSRX so I figured I would try this product to see if it could help control my oil production and I am happy I did! This product is not sticky or oily feeling as many other products I have tried felt, it leaves a smooth/sheer finish that absorbs into the skin within about five to ten minutes depending on how much you use. I applied an extra layer to the areas of my face that tend to be excessively oily and noticed a huge difference in my “shine” level after a day of running errands." — Morgan C.
Get it from Amazon for $18.72 . 7.
Or a Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Asiatica Ampoule Facial Serum if your skin leans more toward the acne-prone side. Using its signature Madagascar centella asiatica, this serum immediately calms and hydrates sensitive skin while strengthening the skin barrier. Skin1004 is a Korean skincare brand that provides high-quality skincare items made of plant-based ingredients from Madagascar.
Its signature ingredient is centella asiatica extract, a soothing and hydrating antioxidant that is known for its ability to help heal wounds and protect the skin. Promising review: "So I’ve been using this product for the last year, I put it on after using toner both day and night and I have noticed a significant change in my skin, it’s more supple yet less oily, my pores have minimized significantly, my acne is more controlled but most importantly the hyperpigmentation left by acne scarring has disappeared almost completely. Now the real reason why I decided to review this product with such high praises is because IT WORKS AMAZING ON SUNBURNS.
It’s currently summer and I try to avoid going out during broad daylight because I burn easily, but I have to go out to walk my dog. One day, the sun was still burning bright, and when I got home I automatically noticed the bright red spot on the left side of my face now for me. My sunburns usually last a few days before it stops burning and a few more after that for the redness to go away.
But after applying this, I noticed the redness was practically gone the next day and on the third day it was as if I never even had a sunburn. So bottom line is I’m never giving up this product and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to try it." — Jocelyne P Get it from Amazon for $14.
49+ (available in two sizes and two styles). 8. OR!! A cooling, calming cream by Dear, Klairs that works wonders as after-sun care to help calm redness and sunburnt areas.
It uses centella asiatica as well as ceramide 3 extract to soothe irritation and even out your skin tone. A reviewer with rosacea says it's got to be witchcraft! The picture on the left (shown above) is of a reviewer with severe rosacea and the picture on the right is of the results after only four times of applying less than a dime-sized amount of the cream to their face! Dear Klairs is a Korean cosmetics brand that was founded in 2010 with a philosophy is to create simple skincare that's well-balanced and suited to the individual, rather than complex routines with many steps. Dear Klairs products are vegan, cruelty-free, and eco-friendly, and are free of dyes, alcohol, parabens, and synthetic fragrances.
Promising reviews: "This product does what it promises, which is taking angry parts of my skin and making it happy again. I have dry and sensitive skin so whenever my skin does get angry, it turns red and very hot. This just adds that extra boost to my moisturizer to calm my skin down without making my face feel too thick with so much cream on my face.
A little goes a long way, and it works pretty quickly. I would say this is a must have item for skin types that get easily irritated, especially during hot summer days. " — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in three sizes).
9. A lightweight, moisture-coating Laneige Lip Glowy Balm because your lippies deserve just as much care when it comes to nourishing them after sun exposure. This is packed with murumuru (a palm native to the Amazon) and shea butter, making it the perfect daytime partner in crime to the cult-favorite lip sleeping mask .
Be careful using this around your besties, because they *will* be asking if they can have some. Check out how all the colors look when applied in this TikTok ! Although the brand's name comes from the French phrase "la neige," which translates to "the snow," Laneige is a South Korean cosmetics and skincare brand that was founded in 1994 by Amore Pacific. Promising reviews: "I absolutely love this balm.
It's lightly tinted, which is perfect for a makeup free, or light makeup summer look. And it smells so good!" — Laura "Yes, it's a pricy lip gloss. I splurged on one of these and a lip mask, just to see what all the hype is about and.
..it's valid.
Very valid. Ridiculously valid. This lip gloss goes on thick like a luxe gloss, but smooth like an oil.
Lots of slip on the lip and absolutely zero stickiness. It also lasts for hours where most lip gloss is gone with one sip of water. It is, seriously, the best lip gloss that I've ever used.
" — DarlingBlueEyes Get it from Amazon for $19 (available in eight scents and as a set). 10. Glow Recipe's Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops if you want this sunny season to be all about the ~glow~.
This will brighten both your skin and your day. It's infused with vitamin C, vitamin E, and moringa oil to help even out your skin tone and give you a dewy finish that's perfect for summer. It also has a lightweight texture that absorbs quickly, making it ideal for all skin types so you can glow from the inside out.
Check out this TikTok of these drops being used for a natural makeup look! Glow Recipe is an Asian-owned business that aims to create fruit-forward, clean beauty formulas to incorporate into your skincare routine. Promising reviews: " This serum is AMAZING — I’m on my eighth bottle of this stuff now! I use right before moisturizer to create a glowy base for my makeup and it definitely helps keep my skin hydrated even under makeup. It gives a beautiful natural glow that stays.
" — dandelionb Get it from Amazon for $35 or from Sephora for $20+ (available in two sizes). 11. An Anua pore-clearing cleansing oil to magically eliminate makeup residue, blackheads, and sebum while helping to prevent pore congestion — perfect to incorporate in a double cleansing routine! It's also hypoallergenic (since we already have *enough* trouble with allergy season) and works wonders for sensitive, acne-prone skin.
BTW, a lot of reviewers say they use this as part of their double cleansing routine. As the name implies, double cleansing is a method of cleansing your face twice: first with an oil-based cleanser, and again with a water-based cleanser to help get all the yucky stuff out of your pores. Anua is a Korean brand known for its simple, effective formulas that use natural and organic ingredients to promote skin health.
Anua is also vegan and cruelty-free, and takes an environmentally friendly approach. Promising reviews: "I don't need makeup remover wipes or a separate eye makeup remover because this product does the job for all of it! I've tried different products in the past, but this is the only one that has truly satisfied me. I'm extremely happy that I discovered this product!" — Perla Cuevas "I don’t usually leave reviews but this product is the best cleansing oil EVER !!!!! Worked flawlessly after first try and I can actually see the results immediately !! My gosh it’s light weight, smells relaxing.
Massage it to your skin 5–10 minutes and you can see the magic. Will definitely add this into my skincare routine. JUST GET IT !!!!!" — Vince Get it from Amazon for $17.
69 . 12. Plus a TikTok-beloved deep-pore cleansing foam — not only will it give your skin the gentle exfoliating it needs as its sebum levels rise during the summertime, it *also* soothes inflammation.
And because it's packed with TRIPLE hyaluronic acid, your skin will get ultimate hydration. Promising review : "I'm not gonna lie, I saw this on TikTok and jumped on the bandwagon! If you're debating if it's worth the hype, BUY IT!! I have always had one very large pore on my under-eye/cheek area next to my nose. I bought this hoping it would just help improve my overall skin journey and maaannnn.
.. I will never use anything else! I do use the Anua Pore Control Cleansing Oil first and then use this cleanser after and have noticed a HUGE improvement! My extra-large pore has shrunk three times its size, and I've noticed it's helped pull extra gunk from the pores in my nose that I didn't even know was there! My skin feels so clean after using it!" — Molly Martinez Get it from Amazon for $13 .
13. Or a Krave Beauty matcha hemp cleanser that'll lift away dirt, makeup, and allll that sunscreen without giving you that super tight feel. Its bouncy gel formula also hydrates and soothes your skin without stripping away your natural oils! I guess you can say it's a matcha made in heaven.
Krave Beauty is a Korean woman-owned small biz that aims to make skincare easy and stress-free. Promising review: "I struggled with oily, acne-prone skin and a damaged barrier since I was a teenager. But I've been loyal to this cleanser and the oat moisturizer since they came out and y'all.
..it took some time, but my skin is finally, FINALLY, in the place I always wanted it to be.
It has the perfect texture, amount of lather, and after-feel of any cleanser I've ever tried . Do your skin a favor and try this." — Monisa A.
Get it from Krave Beauty for $16 or from Amazon for $18 . 14. A The Saem hydrating eye stick , which has a cooling formula to help de-puff the area around your eyes and reduce the appearance of dark circles so that you can skip out on the concealer on what's sure to be a hot, sweat-filled day.
It also can help tighten the appearance of eye wrinkles if you'd prefer for them not to be as noticeable. And here's a tip! It reduces puffiness faster if used after refrigeration. Check it out in this TikTok .
The Saem is a Korean cosmetics and skincare brand that was founded in 2010 by Hankook Cosmetics Co., one of Korea's oldest and most trusted beauty product manufacturers. Promising reviews: "I like how it is very hydrating and you can even put it in your cooler to make it more refreshing during this summer.
This is my second one because of how nice and refreshing it is." — Raquel M. "Within 10 minutes my under eye bags and discoloration was considerably better.
I didn't think this would work but I just screamed at my boyfriend "I'm screwed because I'm going to need to never run out of this stuff." Such a difference. I'm highly satisfied and upset I didn't purchase more to give to the ladies in my life as a holiday present.
There's always next year, though!" — Heather Get it from Amazon for $9.90 (also available as a collagen stick and as a two-pack). 15.
A Beauty of Joseon serum if you're a real glow- getter. The niacinamide and propolis extract formula can help you maintain clearer skin, brighten dark spots, and give you a dewy glow, thanks to its honey-like texture. I've been using this serum for about five months now and cannot say enough good things about it.
I got the "glow" serum (I love that there's different options for different skin concerns) and it continues to minimize my pores and makes my skin look plumped and radiant! Beauty of Joseon is a Korean skincare brand that uses traditional Korean ingredients and methods to create its products. The brand's name is inspired by the Joseon Dynasty and its upper classes' preferences for clean skin over makeup. Promising review: "I get regular facials, and my esthetician recommended this to keep my oily skin tame in the summer.
I was pleasantly surprised, I usually break out with new products, but nothing noticeable after using this about three months. Great value, love that it has niacinamide..
.it’s a winner!" — Kat B Get it from Amazon for $15 (available in three other formulations; you can also get a pack with all four). 16.
A refreshing Makeprem Blue Ray Sun Gel with SPF 50 so that you can look like the dewy, glowing goddess you were always meant to be, all while keeping your skin moisturized, UVB and UVA protected, and totally free of that dreadful white cast. Makeprem is a Korean brand that aims to simplify skincare routines with its multifunctional products. Promising review: " This sunscreen leaves your face feeling fresh and dewy after only a pea-sized application.
A little goes a long way and I can attest to that since mine took 4–6 months to get emptied out . What I really like about this sun gel is that it’s nongreasy and it really protects my face from the heat of the sun. Let me also tell you that it does not give you a white cast so they won’t have you mistaken for a friend of Casper.
No need to reapply. When I come home from a long day out, I notice that my skin still gives out that glowy and youthful complexion . I don’t even have to wear a thousand layers of highlighter to make me look like one of the K-pop idols.
I received countless compliments (even from my haters) because of this sunscreen especially when mixed with the Boscia Tsubaki Glotion. What I love: non-greasy, mineral sunscreen, good for sensitive skin, no irritation and no breakouts, no strong smell, easy to pump, results to matte finish, quick lock-in, healthy glow and dewiness are attainable." — Riz Get it from Amazon for $24.
99 . 17. Etude's 80% Mineral Translucent Powder , which you might just fall in love with if you're someone that gets oily *real* fast, especially with all the heat and humidity! This magical powder is made with ingredients like fermented soybean, willow tree, and fluffy cotton extract to help avoid excess oil by strengthening the skin barrier.
The best part? It's not just for your face! You can use this on the roots of your hair to target greasy locks and as a setting powder for your makeup. Etude House is a South Korean cosmetics brand that was founded in 1985 and is known for its fun, easy-to-use, and affordable makeup products and packaging. Promising review: "Let me start off by saying I have an oil problem.
..like it's not normal.
I have EXTREMELY oily skin and hair. I can wash my hair and face and within 2 hours look like somebody just dunked olive oil on my head and my forehead is so shiny it's ridiculous. I purchased this and it has been a life saver.
Seriously. If I apply this powder straight out of the shower to my forehead, my bangs will now stay looking fresh and grease-free until the night! I've even tried the overnight trick! And never once in my life have I been able to shower at night and wake up looking halfway normal. I wake up with minimal oiliness! It's wild! I will ALWAYS purchase this!" — Willow Gt it from Amazon for $7.
50+ (available in three sizes). 18. Or a multitasking Etude House Face Blur that'll hold a special place in your heart if your face tends to get *extra* shiny under the beating sun.
This color-correcting face blur beautifully brightens your complexion by adding a subtle rosy glow. And bonus! It even preps your face for smooth makeup application by blurring fine lines and wrinkles without drying the skin. It also protects against harmful UV rays with a SPF 33! Promising reviews: " This stuff looks AMAZING on its own.
I'm 57 and it looks especially good on the days after I shave my face. It looks so blurred, highlighted softly and absolutely beautiful with the benefit of sunscreen. I have three backups, I like it SO MUCH.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND" — Cheryl Cardoza "I decided to try this product during the July Prime Day sale. I’m glad I did. I use it after cleansing and applying my facial products.
It has SPF. Depending on how sunny it is or how exposed I am to the sun, I apply over my sunscreen or by itself. It leaves my skin looking flawless and with a natural glow.
I don’t use foundation over as it covers my imperfections. I then apply gel blush which glides perfectly and looks well blended after." — Kimberly Arnaldo Get it from Amazon for $14.
38 . 19. Pyunkang Yul Calming Moisture Barrier Cream packed with five hyaluronic acids that'll ensure your skin stays moisturized all day long.
It's also enriched with centella asiatica to help soothe irritated skin *without* the stickiness, leaving it feeling refreshed and calm. Pyunkang Yul is a Korean skincare brand that uses traditional Korean herbal ingredients, or hanbang, in its products. The brand was developed by the Pyunkang Oriental Medicine Clinic, which is known for treating atopic skin diseases.
Promising review: "I have purchased this before and then started trying out other moisturizers, but I always come back to this. It’s nice, it’s lightweight on the skin, perfect for summertime. I’m acne-prone and combo skin and it doesn’t break me out.
It has a nice dewy finish to it, and I love it. I recommend to anyone who has skin like mine." — Nancy Janeth Fuentes Get it from Amazon for $13.
99+ (available in three sizes and four styles). 20. A TikTok-famous Anua heartleaf soothing toner , which works like a charm to soothe and hydrate your skin all while balancing out your pH level thanks to its high concentration of heartleaf extract.
(77%, to be exact!) It also enhances the absorption of serums and moisturizers and works *perfectly* prepping your skin before makeup for a glowy glass skin look. Check it out in this TikTok . Promising review: "Guys.
Guys. MAGIC IN A BOTTLE. I was slightly hesitant to buy this because of the price point, but I know it was highly praised on TikTok.
I kid you not; I have not had a SINGLE whitehead since I started using this. I have EXTREMELY sensitive skin, and this toner has been amazing. My skin has quite literally never been clearer.
I have tried so many freakin' products to try and get my skin clear, and this one is absolutely my new holy grail. I cannot recommend this enough if you have oily, acne-prone, super-sensitive skin. I cannot express how happy I am at how affordable it is!" — morgan Get it from Amazon for $15.
99+ (available in two sizes). 21. Or a Tirtir Milk Skin Rice Toner that's so intensely moisturizing, it'll make your skin feel like it's a cup being filled to the brim with water.
And if all the extra sebum that your skin produces during the summer is causing breakouts, this toner uses chamomile flower and rice bran extracts to help soothe your skin, reduce redness, and fight against acne. Truly, it checks off all the boxes for a summer toner. Tirtir is a Korean beauty brand that manufactures cosmetics and other beauty products in Seoul, South Korea.
The brand was founded in 2016 by Korean beauty influencer Lee Yubin and offers a wide range of products, including makeup, skincare, haircare, and body care. Promising review: "New holy grail. This is it for me! Instantly noticed that this moved my 'glass skin' goals a level up.
If you have skin that tends to be a little dry or dull...
this is great. It is slightly thicker than I’m used to for a toner, but it’s what I needed. Perfect before using my retinol, too.
Adding this to my arsenal has made a huge difference. I love the niacinamide too, it’s definitely added a major glow to my face. I just love it.
It’s made the effective steps in my skin regime an absolute dream. I feel like I finally enjoy the benefits without any issues. So happy I’ve found this toner!" — Kaya Get it from Amazon for $25 (available in two styles).
22. Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Hydrating Multi-Balm , aka one of the new beauty products TikTok is currently obsessing over — and for good reason. This multi-talented magic stick works on your face, eyes, lips, *and* neck.
It uses collagen and salmon complex to help minimize fine lines, enhance your natural glow, and give a major hydration boost to quench your thirsty skin (especially in the thick of a hot summer day!). I think you just found a new beauty staple to have in your bag all season long. Check out this TikTok of the balm in action.
Kahi Cosmetics is a Korean skincare brand that was introduced in 2020. Fun fact: this balm has become *super* popular in Korean dramas! Promising reviews: "Feels and smells good! I use it every day now. Sometimes, I use it over my tinted sunscreen, but I like it under makeup.
It makes my skin look glassy in photos. Does not make my face oily, although I have normal to dry skin. Great for summer.
.. " — Tessa D.
"Okay! So I was skeptical at first, but honestly, this stick is life-changing!! ! In a matter of minutes, my skin felt hydrated and plumped. After an hour, still hydrated. No greasy after feeling, very light, and you can feel your skin hydrated and absorbing.
I love the fact that you can use it on your eyes, lips, and wrinkles!! Game changer for me will def try the others!" — Kristy Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in six styles). 23.
Mixsoon Bean Essence because the summer heat is already annoying enough without having to wear foundation — this'll help you not even need it! This essence is infused with fermented bean, barley, and pomegranate to help get rid of dead skin cells, all while hydrating your skin and evening out its tone. The best part? No sticky residue!! Mixsoon is a Korean skincare brand that uses a minimalist approach to beauty. The brand's products are made with sustainably sourced ingredients, short ingredient lists, and pure, organic essences.
Mixsoon also grows some of its key ingredients, like centella asiatica and heartleaf, in-house in South Korea! Promising reviews: " I saw this all over TikTok/Instagram and decided to buy it because I have a lot of sebaceous filaments on my chin and nose. It's a little expensive but I took a gamble: it works! You can physically see the sebaceous filaments come out of your pores, it is not the product bunching up. My problem areas were so much smoother after using and are left with a moisturized glow.
I then proceeded to have my boyfriend use this product to see if it worked this good on everyone on the first try and it worked on his nose as well. Amazing stuff. 🩷" — Losa "I have hyperpigmentation and oily skin.
I feel this product regulates my oil production and it helps my makeup look so flawless. 10/10." — MissKayMae Get it from Amazon for $16.
98+ (available in two sizes). 24. An Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream with a ceramide-charged formula meticulously engineered to moisturize and reinforce the skin barrier for sensitive skin *without* triggering irritations.
Illiyoon is a South Korean skincare brand that makes mild, hypoallergenic products designed for people with dry and sensitive skin. Promising review: "I purchased a bottle of this cream after reading rave reviews. I have been a skin product collector since age 14 (now 37), and I’ve never used anything like this product.
This cream restored my moisture barrier in ONE USE. It deeply hydrates, removing dry patches on my face that had been there for a month, as well as helping with fine lines. AND it doesn’t have an oily finish! I use it at night, but have also used it before putting on makeup and think it makes for a good base.
My husband has started using it and calls it Benjamin Button cream. I have sensitive skin, I’ve never used a cream for both my face and body, but this one is gentle enough, hydrating enough, and such a good price! I think it might be magic..
. " — Claudia Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in three sizes).
25. The Plant Base collagen ampoule that'll have you looking extra lovely during those bare-faced pool days. It's made with mushroom extract to stimulate collagen production *and* it's enriched with a blend of licorice, persimmon leaf, and other botanical extracts rich in antioxidants to brighten, soothe and strengthen your skin.
The Plant Base is a Korean beauty brand that uses all-natural ingredients to craft together skincare that's hypoallergenic and high performing. Designed free of possible irritants such as parabens, artificial fragrance, and mineral oils. Promising review: "I really enjoy this product so much, I use it at night a few times a week with the rest of my skincare routine.
I wish I could use it every night — I love how my skin looks in the morning after application. I apply it before my evening moisturizer because I like it as close to the skin as possible. It doesn't have a sticky residue and it glides on very easily since it's more of an oil application versus a cream.
It soaks right into the skin very quickly. You must use it with a moisturizer, though, as I find it is definitely not enough on its own to keep my skin feeling hydrated. It feels very smooth and soft, and for me, it has had a slight brightening effect.
I will definitely be buying more. I also have tried storing it in my beauty cooler, and it's even more refreshing when it's put on." — Stephanie Get it from Soko Glam for $24.
90 . 26. Laneige Water Sleeping Mask if you want to wake up with skin so bright and luminous, you'll want to merely throw on some sunscreen, grab your bag and sunglasses, and head out the door.
It comes supercharged with niacinamide, plant extract, squalane, and a probiotic-derived complex, making this mask a pro at delivering lightweight (yet intense) hydration for a visibly revitalized glow. I've been using this mask for a couple of months now and let me tell youuu — it quenches your skin like no other. You're literally letting your skin rest in a layer of the silkiest, most nourishing creams while you get your beauty sleep.
Usually, when my skin is dehydrated, it produces more sebum and makes my whole face look more oily. But since this hydrates my skin so deeply overnight, I wake up with that glowy, radiant sheen on my face. 😍 Promising reviews: "Best sleeping mask at a price below $100.
It’s especially pleasant for summer. Feels like the cool gel made by the big brands. Protective yet not sticky.
Scent is sophisticated and sweet, the only scented night moisturizer not complained about by my husband, plus the scent doesn’t dwell." — LazySheep " Definitely a little miracle in a bottle! Out performs even Peter Thomas Roth for immediately clearing up any dry patches, skin feels soo smooth and soft following. Smells great but doesn’t at all irritate my usually sensitive skin.
" — Jill Get it from Amazon for $32 (also available as a trio set). 27. A noncomedogenic Aestura capsuled ceramide cream for those with dry or sensitive skin struggling with the woes of the summertime climate.
This cream comes enriched with ceramides and fatty acids to improve your skin's ability to lock in moisture to make your skin feel as happy as you do while lounging in the sun to get your tan on. Aestura is a Korean dermacosmetics brand with research-based technology from Amorepacific's Derma Research Center. Promising review: "This product is responsible for bringing my dry tretinoin skin back to life! Prior to this product, my skin looked fine, but when I put even a stitch of makeup on, it was dry patches galore.
No matter what I did, I couldn't seem to moisturize enough. After a few uses of this moisturizer, the change in my skin was remarkable. Redness on my cheeks calmed (albeit not completely gone), and I now have a beautifully smooth canvas for days I wear makeup or tinted SPF.
I have fairly sensitive skin, and this has not caused me any irritation whatsoever. Scent is incredibly mild and texture is pleasant. Will absolutely repurchase!" — GG Get it from Amazon for $31.
99 . 28. Or Aestura's Atobarrier Cream Mist that works just as well to form a strong moisture barrier and provide long-lasting hydration to dry skin, but *also* serves as a refreshing midday pick-me-up and can be applied as a makeup base for that dreamy, dewy glow.
Promising review: "It’s better than thick moisturizers and other cream mists out there. Way better than Laneige Cream Skin mist. Super moisturizing and makes my skin glowing.
It even calms my very irritating, sensitive skin after applying a tretnoin. A must-have." — Sophie Get it from Amazon for $19.
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