KGLOW

  One of the things that makes me happy about living in the U.S. these days is how easy it has become to find K-beauty products without specifically looking for them . Not long ago, if I wanted Korean beauty products, I would naturally think of Korean beauty stores or order them online. Then came Sephora and Ulta . K-beauty products started appearing more and more often in their beauty aisles. Then Target joined in, making Korean skincare even easier to find during an ordinary shopping trip. And now, I have another place to add to the list: Whole Foods. I Wasn't Even Looking for Beauty Products I recently stopped by the Whole Foods in Glenview, Illinois to pick up a few things. I was walking through the store and passed the vitamin section, when I happened to notice the beauty aisle. I wasn't looking for skincare. I wasn't even thinking about K-beauty. But then I spotted something familiar. Mighty Patch. And then I noticed an Acure face mask . I had that little moment of...

  After summer, I suddenly noticed that my skin looked much duller than usual. Maybe it was the combination of sun, heat, and spending more time outdoors, but one day I looked in the mirror and thought, Do I need to start making a face mask with fresh lemon? 😄 That was when I started paying more attention to my skincare routine, and Goodal Vita C became one of the products I reached for every day. What I like about this serum is that it fits easily into my everyday routine. I’m not looking for a complicated skincare routine or a product that promises to completely transform my skin overnight. I simply want my complexion to look a little brighter, fresher, and more alive. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve noticed that my skin can look tired even when I’ve had enough sleep. Sometimes it’s not about having a major skin problem—it’s just that my complexion seems to have lost some of its natural brightness. That’s when a vitamin C serum makes sense to me. Goodal Vita C has now become one of ...

  When I turned 40, I started noticing something about my skin that I couldn't quite ignore. My skin didn't necessarily look bad, but it often looked dull, tired, and less lively than it used to. Even when I was wearing makeup, my complexion sometimes seemed to lack that healthy, fresh look. I found myself looking for skincare that could give my skin more hydration and glow without making my routine complicated. That's when I decided to try VT PDRN Cream 100 . (This is actually one of the products I use every day, but somehow, it just doesn't photograph as beautifully as it looks in real life. 😄) Why PDRN Caught My Attention PDRN has become a popular ingredient in Korean skincare, especially in products designed for skin that looks dry, tired, or lacking in elasticity. What interested me about this cream is that it doesn't rely on PDRN alone. The formula also contains ceramides, hyaluronic acid, panthenol, and macadamia seed oil , which makes it feel more like a ...

I've always heard that removing makeup properly is just as important as putting it on . The older I get, the more I understand what that means. It's easy to spend time choosing a good cushion, sunscreen, serum, or moisturizer. But if your cleanser leaves your skin feeling dry and tight every night, the rest of your skincare routine doesn't feel quite complete. Over time, I've found myself reaching for two Korean facial cleansers that fit easily into my everyday routine: Dr.G pH Cleansing Gel Foam and ma (Manyo) facial cleanser . They are not exactly the same, and that's actually why I like having both. One is especially easy to keep around as a simple everyday family cleanser, while the other is a nice option when I want a slightly different cleansing experience. 1. Dr.G pH Cleansing Gel Foam The first cleanser is Dr.G pH Cleansing Gel Foam , which is the one I tend to think of as an easy, everyday facial cleanser. Since the whole family uses it, I usually keep sev...

I first heard about ETUDE Nymph Aura Volumer from one of the makeup YouTubers I enjoy watching, Hong's MakeuPlay 홍이모 . She recommended the product, so I kept it in the back of my mind. During my most recent trip to Korea, I finally bought one to try for myself. And after actually using it, I was surprised by how easily it can add a healthy glow to my skin. As I’ve gotten older, I sometimes feel that my complexion looks a little less lively than it used to. There are days when I don't want to do a full makeup routine, but going to the grocery store completely bare-faced can still make me hesitate for a moment. I'm not looking for heavy makeup, though. Most days, I just want my skin to look a little more fresh, healthy, and radiant . That's where this product comes in. Just a Little Glow Makes a Difference What I like most about Nymph Aura Volumer is how simple it is. I can apply my usual skincare and sunscreen, put on a cushion foundation, and then add just a tiny amoun...

Fall is one of my favorite seasons for makeup. I love the warmer colors, cozy sweaters, and that slightly richer look that seems to suit the season. There is just one problem: my lips get incredibly dry in the fall. When the weather starts getting cooler and drier, I often find myself reaching for Vaseline. Sometimes even lipstick makes my lips look drier, especially when I use a matte formula. For a long time, I simply accepted that this was part of wearing lipstick in the fall. But my approach to lip color has changed quite a bit. From Armani and YSL to Olive Young When I lived in the U.S., I used to wear Giorgio Armani lip gloss quite often. I loved the smooth, glossy finish and the way it made my lips look polished without feeling too heavy. And whenever I traveled internationally, I sometimes treated myself to a YSL lipstick at the airport. It was one of those little travel luxuries. I didn't necessarily need another lipstick, but buying one at the airport before an internatio...