Korean Beauty

107 Beauty Chaga Jelly low pH Cleanser Review

20 Jun 2022 Skincare Comment

107 Beauty Chaga Jelly Low pH Cleanser – Why Chaga? | Doctors Review

THIS BLOGPOST USES AFFILIATE LINKS AND CONTAINS PR (GIFTED ITEMS). I DID NOT RECEIVE ANY MONEY TO WRITE IT. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER. I admit that right until I wrote my review of the 107 CHAGA Jelly Low pH Cleanser, I had no idea what the “Chaga” did actually stand for. I mean, I looked at the ingredients briefly before I applied it the first time, but as it is a cleanser I did focus much more on texture and effect than on them. Now that I know…

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Are there benefits of fermented ingredients in skincare?

13 Mai 2022 Skincare 15 comments

Are there benefits to using fermented ingredients in skincare? | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER Fermented ingredients have been used in Korean Beauty for centuries (and fermentation as means to preserve food is popular in many parts of the world, think Kimchi vs Sauerkraut), but the increased research on the skin microbiome and the attempt to incorporate what we learned into skincare has made people quite interested in what they actually have to offer in terms of benefits.…

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04 Apr 2022 Skincare 1 comment

by Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water – Who is it best for? | Doctors Review

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST WERE PURCHASED MYSELF, LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER Gentle is how I prefer my exfoliation to be, especially during spring when my skin is prone to acting up, so I mentioned using the by Wishtrend Mandelic Acid 5% Skin Prep Water around two times a week in my updated skincare routine for spring. (More info: Skincare routine changes for spring) A lot of you wanted to know more, so here is…

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11 Mrz 2022 Skincare 2 comments

Will the Seven Skin Method give you glowing skin? | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE MOSTLY PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER I started exploring K-beauty skincare a little over a year ago and fell deeply in love with their toners. No, using a toner is not a necessary skincare step, but one that I enjoy for extra hydration. (More info: The difference between Toner, Tonic and Essence explained) And if you love toners and K-Beauty, it doesn’t take long until you stumble…

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31 Jan 2022 Makeup 1 comment

My first skincare haul of 2022 – Deciem and K-Beauty | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: MOST PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS POST ARE PR (GIFTED) AND LINKS USED ARE AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE THE BLOGPOST. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER It has been a while, but I did acquire a lot of good stuff over the last three months that I wanted to share with you in this first haul of 2022. Mostly skincare, obviously, but I do have a few makeup purchases I will mention as well. What I would like you to do is tell me in the…

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The benefits of Centella Asiatica for the skin

30 Jul 2021 Skincare 17 comments

Centella Asiatica Ingredient Spotlight – What are the benefits in skincare? | Ask Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: THIS BLOG POST USES AFFILIATE LINKS AND PR-SAMPLES. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE IT. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER. You know I love talking about skincare ingredients, and I love it even more if there is a good story to go with them. So, did you know where the name “Tiger Grass” comes from? You definitely have heard of the ingredient I refer to, Centella Asiatica, which also goes by the name Cica, Gotu Kola or Asiatic Pennywort. It has been a staple in Korean Beauty for…

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12 Jul 2021 Skincare 1 comment

Thank you Farmer Sun Project Light Sun Essence SPF 50+ | Doctors Review

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: THIS BLOG POST USES AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE IT. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER. I often get asked about different sunscreens from different countries – why are many Korean ones, like the Thank You Farmer Sun Project Light Sun Essence SPF 50+ that I am going to review today, so different to European ones like the La Roche Posay line? To understand that, we have to take a look at how sunscreen and sunscreen usage was (and in many cases still is) perceived. In…

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Enough SKIN 1004 products to build a summer skincare routine for acne-prone skin

05 Jul 2021 Skincare 2 comments

Summer skincare routine using only Skin1004 and Tretinoin | Doctor Anne

THIS BLOGPOST LINKS TO A VIDEO THAT WAS A PAID COLLABORATION. THE BLOGPOST ITSELF IS NOT SPONSORED. THE LINKS USED MIGHT BE AFFILIATE LINKS. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER. If you have oily and acne-prone skin, you know how much of a struggle finding the right skincare routine for summer can be. The heat makes us even more oily, which along with sweat triggers breakouts, and at the same time wind, sun and being outdoors can lead to irritation and dehydration, especially when paired with prescription acne treatments like Tretinoin. What you…

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Dr Ceuracle CICA Regen Anti-Dust Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++

18 Jun 2021 Skincare 1 comment

Dr. Ceuracle Cica Regen Anti Dust Sun Gel Review – Really SPF 50? | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: THIS BLOG POST CONTAINS GIFTED ITEMS (PR) AND USES AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE IT. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER. The burning question, and yes, the pun is intended, the burning question whenever you review any sunscreen, like I will the Dr. Ceuracle Cica Regen Anti Dust Sun Gel today, the burning question always is: Does the actual SPF of the product match the one on the label? Well, I obviously can’t say for sure as there has been no official statement that I could find, but…

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20 Okt 2020 Skincare 2 comments

Purito Centella Unscented Toner Review – of tigers and cougars | Doctor Anne

ADVERTISEMENT INFO: THIS BLOG POST CONTAINS GIFTED ITEMS (PR) AND USES AFFILIATE LINKS. I RECEIVED NO MONEY TO WRITE IT. PLEASE READ DISCLAIMER. You can´t really venture into K-Beauty without hearing about Centella Asiatica. Centella Asiatica, also known as Gotu Kola, has become famous for healing and soothing the skin, as legend has it that tigers roll in the plant to help heal their scratches. Now I am no tiger – not even a cougar – but I do have some healing to do, both because of my…

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