I went from an easy, hurried, low-maintenance facial cleaning ritual to trying out the Asian 10 step skincare routine. Being raised in New York City has damaged and polluted my skin; I'm now repairing and focusing on anti-aging.
I want to buy and use products from a broad number of brands, I didn't just want to stick with one brand, I shopped around and compared all. I will try to write reviews each month, one which will be a list my skincare routine products, sharing my experiences on each product.

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence

 I was very surprised with this product. You have to shake it per usage because you have the mix the two layers. It's good but not IOPE essence great--that one will forever be my holy grail. However, this product gives more hydration; it's better than the fresh kombucha essence in my opinion.

Thursday, July 31, 2025

Supergoop! 100% Mineral Mattescreen Sunscreen SPF 40

 I like it but don't love it. I don't like the primer texture feeling on my face because I've been used to liquid sunscreens, so it was difficult to adapt. But once I saw all my pores and fine lines disappear, I started to enjoy it. It doesn't pill or flake so great for all seasons. 

Thursday, July 17, 2025

BEEKMAN 1802 Potato Peel Rapid Resurfacing Milk Facial

I was surprised at how much I enjoyed this product in the shower after a long day at work. It is an AHA cleanser and my skin was able to absorb all the essence and moisturizer afterwards. All my pores looked cleaned out and shiny. Loved it. I will continue to use this once or twice a week.

 

Sunday, June 29, 2025

Krave Beauty Beet the sun sunscreen

 I wish I knew about this sooner to use in the summertime. This lightweight moisturizer sunscreen makes me forget that I applied sunscreen. The only downfall is that I noticed my skin is a bit oily after a couple hours.



Sunday, June 15, 2025

gokujyun premium serum vitamin c

 I couldn't find many reviews on the serum when I purchased this product in Taiwan last summer, but it doesn't hurt to try it because nothing disappoints me from this brand. I was a bit nervous to try it in the morning after my AM skincare routine, so I picked a day that I was off from work to experiment with it. I didn't experience any tinkling or breakouts. I actually liked this product. My skin absorbed it quite fast, and it didn't feel sticky on a humid 90F weather. I know there was some hyaluronic acid in this product, so my face felt quite moisturized.




Saturday, February 15, 2025

Torriden Dive In Serum


 
I saw it was viral in Korea and Taiwan during the warmer seasons so I purcahsed it from costco for $23 for a 2-pack. I have been saving to use it around the spring and summer, and I love it. It's hyaluronic acid that's hydrating and doesn't leave the skin feeling sticky. Best for anyone but I think it's safe for teenage skin.

 

 

Friday, January 31, 2025

GrandeBROW 2-In-1 Tinted Brow Gel + Brow Enhancing Serum

 I like this product but don't love it. You have to know when to apply heavily and when to apply light. Luckily, it's a brush so you can brush off your errors. I brought one in dark, and I am satisfied with the shade on my fair Asian skin.

Wednesday, January 15, 2025

Farmacy 1% Vitamin A Retinol Serum

 

I'm trying to get into using retinol, so this was a great introductory product.  I have been using this for preventive care for my smile lines and neck. I just use a pump after I apply essence on my face. It's good for my sensitive skin so no complaints.