I honestly have nothing bad to say about the Beauty of Jonseo Revive Repair Serum: Ginseng + Snail Mucin—except that it’s so good, I’m almost out of it already! As you can see in the picture, I’ve been using it non-stop because it’s just perfect for my skin. My only “complaint” is that I wish they offered a bigger size, maybe an XXL version, so I wouldn’t have to restock so often. The formula, texture, and ingredients are amazing, so having a larger bottle would make it even better. Hopefully, they consider it in the future!

The Beauty of Jonseo Revive Repair Serum: Ginseng + Snail Mucin is an absolute game-changer for dry, sensitive skin. It’s incredibly lightweight, smooth, and absorbs beautifully without any sticky residue. From the first application, it feels fresh and soothing, gliding effortlessly over the skin. The ingredient list is top-tier—no alcohol, no fragrance, and completely safe for fungal acne, making it perfect for sensitive skin types. Plus, the added niacinamide provides great benefits without irritation. I also love that it’s cruelty-free and reef-safe, proving that quality and ethics can go hand in hand. We should support more brands that protect our skin, animals, and coral reefs, as it takes immense dedication, work, and investment to create products that respect every life form. Truly a must-have!

The reason I don’t use it as much is because it smudges a lot. I tend to rub my eyes a lot—sand or something always gets in my eyes, and I end up constantly scratching them, which causes smudging. It’s a personal issue of mine. I don’t think this mascara is waterproof, but I’m not sure if the formula has changed since I first received it when I was about 14 or 15 years old. One thing I’ve noticed is that it feels heavy on my lashes, and sometimes I can feel the weight. To try and fix this, I use a silicone brush, which I bought specifically for cleaning up excess product, especially around the lashes. It’s just that the mascara feels too heavy on my eyes. There might be people who don’t have this problem, but it’s something I personally struggle with.

The Essence Curl and Hold Mascara was one of the first mascaras I ever had with color. Before that, Essence only had transparent mascaras. This one was bought for me by my mom. Honestly, I like it. I really like the applicator, and I haven’t used it in a while, but I still have it stored somewhere. Since I moved houses, I’m not sure where it is, so I can’t take a picture of it right now. However, I know it’s in one of the boxes. Since I don’t use it often, I keep it at the bottom. 

Sadly, the Anua Heartleaf Coricetinol Pore Dip Cleansing Foam isn’t fungal acne safe, and that’s a big issue for me. I was really enjoying it, but I can’t keep using it because of that. It makes me so sad, especially because the product itself is amazing—everything about it is perfect except for the fungal acne concern. I will use it until it’s finished or find a different purpose for it, but I have to say goodbye for now. If Anua could make this product fungal acne safe, I would repurchase it every time. It’s such a great product, and it works wonders for my skin, so it’s really unfortunate that it’s not fungal acne friendly. I really hope Anua comes out with a version that’s safe for fungal acne.

I absolutely love the Anua Heartleaf Coricetinol Pore Dip Cleansing Foam! I got it along with the Anua Cleansing Oil, as they were recommended as a duo, and I’m so glad I did. The packaging is super cute, and I love the texture of the packaging itself—it feels really nice. The cleansing foam smells amazing, and it makes my skin feel so soft, shiny, and refreshed after using it. It’s really easy to use and works so well for my skin. I love how my face feels after I use it; it gives me that perfect, clean, and smooth feeling, and I feel like a little princess after every shower. I really enjoy the texture and the way it makes my skin glow. If it weren’t for the fungal acne issue, I would repurchase this product over and over.

Unfortunately, the downside is that Roundlab tests on animals, which is a huge deal-breaker for me. I didn’t know about this when I bought it, and now that I do, I’m really disappointed. It’s 2025, and there are so many ways to test products without harming animals. I think it’s important for brands to evolve, and I would really love for Roundlab to stop animal testing. It’s hard for me to give this product five stars knowing that, even though it’s reef-safe, vegan, and free of a lot of harmful ingredients. Because of this, I’m giving it only three stars, despite how much I like the product itself.

I really like the Roundlab 1025 Dokdo Toner! First off, I took a bit of a risk by buying the half-liter package without trying a smaller one, but for just 20 euros, it was a great price, and it was the last one in the store, so I decided to go for it. The ingredient list is super simple, with only 17 ingredients, and it has no fragrance, which is perfect for sensitive skin. It feels incredibly light and smooth on the face, and I love that it doesn’t have any artificial scents. The packaging is also super cute with the little seagull and water design, and I love that it feels different from regular plastic packaging—it has a nice, unique texture. Plus, it’s vegan, reef-safe, and free from alcohol, fragrances, and silicones, which is a big plus for me.

One thing I would change is the design of the package. There isn’t a tool to help grab the toner pads, so I have to touch them all to get one, which is less hygienic. Also, it’s a shame that this product isn’t fungal acne safe, because I love how it works on my skin. If Celimax could make this fungal acne safe, I’d stock up on it for sure. It’s a great exfoliator, and the refreshing smell and effectiveness make it an amazing product, but the fungal acne issue really holds me back from using it more often.

I really like the Celimax Ji Woo Gae CICA BHA Blemish Toner Pad! The package is super cute, and the smell, which I didn’t like at first, has grown on me. Now, it feels really comforting—like the smell of my great-grandma’s house, which is surprisingly refreshing. The toner pads are great for exfoliating, and I use the exfoliating side most of the time. They feel really nice on the skin, and the product works well to cleanse and remove any leftover impurities even after double cleansing. The exfoliation is gentle yet effective, and it leaves my skin feeling soft and refreshed. If it were fungal acne safe, I’d repurchase this product in bulk because it’s really effective and has become a favorite.

YooHaRin