Hii
Does anyone know an Asian Beauty dupe for Becca’s brightening under eye corrector? Specifically one that also has light reflecting qualities?
I really like this color corrector, but since Becca exited Sephora it’s been a bit difficult to buy since I live in Asia. Does anyone know of any similar products? Would really appreciate it!
Thank you!

Not a scent from a perfume or mist --just regular skincare products that instantly relax you or something that's nostalgic.

For me, Innisfree always hits that gentle, fresh spot, and the ginseng Sulwhasoo scent is pure comfort because it reminds me of my grandma.

Beta glucan is the star of the whole line and IUNIK markets beta glucan as the reason these products are good.

But look at the concentrations:
- Serum: 160,000ppb (note is ppB, parts per billion, not ppm)
- Cream: 60,000ppb
- Sunscreen: 1,000 ppb

Aren't they too low? For example, the 160000 ppb of the serum equals 0.016%
What do you think?

Does anybody have any reviews and SWATCHES of these three shades?

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Anyone tried both products? How do they fare in comparison to each other?

I am 1.5 in tip concealer (a tad too red and a bittt too dark for me after oxidation, but not super noticeable). Otherwise found it rather easy to work with.

Am looking to get the triple pot concealer 01 Clear Beige for more colour correcting options, but worried it might be too light for me. What do you guys think?

Acne-prone and treating mild and sometimes moderate acne. Skin is not oily and not dry, so I guess, skin is normal.

Curel Oil Control Weightless Gel Moisturizer.

Japanese moisturizer - Active ingredient: Allantoin.

Other Ingredients: Purified Water, Glycerin, BG, Dimethicone, Eucalyptus Extract, Hexadeciloxy PG Hydroxyethyl Hexadecanamide, Long Chain Dibasic Acid Bis 3-Methoxypropylamide, 10-Hydroxyundecanoic Acid, Zn Oxide, Stearoylmethyl Taurine Na, hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, acrylic acid, alkyl methacrylate copolymer, arginine, parapen

It's so interesting that Allantoin is an active ingredient.

Does anyone really know how things work in Japan? At what % does a brand need to report an ingredient as an active? or does anyone knows what is the % of Allantoin in this moisturizer? I'm curious because it's an active ingredient.

Is it a good moisturizer for acne-prone skin or when treating mild or moderate acne? how is your experience with the Allantoin? does the Allantoin makes a difference or is it a marketing thing?

Please share with me everything about this Curel Sebum Trouble Care Moisture Facial Gel. Is it any good?

Hi, I know that product requests usually go in the daily thread,but I have asked there before and didn't get any answers. I hope this is okay.

I got some Japanese skincare samples. They came in long rectangular white packets. Each had a different colored floral motif - the lotion in question was pink and rose themed, and I'm pretty sure the cleanser was purple. The lotion was clear and a little thick, rose scented, and it went on very sticky and heavy on that squeaky-slippery glycerin feel. It was really wonderful for the dry winter air and I'd love to find it (or something similar). It may have been from Kracie but I'm not confident on that.

TIA for any suggestions.

Hi everyone, I’m looking for to try more Asian sunscreens, preferably water & sweat resistant ones but I don’t know where to start looking, the only one I’ve tried and like is the Purito daily soft touch sunscreen. Oil in my skincare breaks me out so what oil-free sunscreens do you recommend? I’d also love to know how they look/feel on you (is there a white cast, is it dewy or matte, etc.) Thanks in advance!

Are there any holy grail items you still miss, whether they were discontinued or a limited edition?

I’m curious to know which products you desperately want brands to re-release.

Hi everyone! I recently purchased a Dr.Melaxin kit from TikTok shop. I was curious if they changed one of the item to say “Cemenrete Cyano Pink Spicule” to “Serum Cyano Pink Spicule Serum? because Ive seen two different versions or is there a reason for this?

It's incredible how we've normalized placing an order and checking 1, 2, or even 3 times that the product will be shipped within 24 hours, only for it to change to "normally ships in 21+ days" after payment 💀 I don't know if it's considered a scam, but it's definitely in very bad taste. I decided to give them another chance, and they'll definitely never be a reputable store.

Skin type: Combination — dry cheeks and oily T-zone

Main concerns: Hyperpigmentation and uneven texture

Climate: Central Mexico, with mild temperatures, rainy summers, and drier winters.

I really wanted to do one of these again since the community responded really well to my last post talking about my empties. I’ve been saving these bottles and tubs for close to a year! It almost feels like a milestone to be sharing another year worth of skincare opinions with my fellow aficionados. If you have any questions about any of the pictured products, please ask me!

Rating key:

WRP: Would repurchase

WNR: Would not repurchase

MRP: Might repurchase

HG: Holy Grail

Toners and Essences

PURCELL L-Glutathione Vitamin Boosting Toner

A toner with an awful smell but a surprisingly nice brightening effect. I've used it consistently for about five months and have noticed an improvement in my sun-induced hyperpigmentation, particularly around my cheekbones. The sulfurous smell is quite unpleasant, but thankfully it dissipates quickly, and I've grown used to it.

5/5 — HG

IOPE Bio Conditioning Essence

A lightweight, watery essence that isn't particularly hydrating. It's difficult to judge whether its effects are as miraculous as the brand claims. I bought a couple of sample bottles and enjoyed using them, but wasn't especially impressed. I certainly wouldn't splurge on the full size.

3/5 — WNR

Abib Heartleaf Calming Toner Skin Booster

I picked this up for just three dollars at Marshalls and was pleasantly surprised. It has a slightly thick, glycerin-rich texture that my skin drinks up, leaving it nicely prepped for the rest of my routine. There's a fresh, pleasant scent that doesn't linger. My skin isn't particularly reactive, so I can't speak to its soothing properties, but it's definitely hydrating. At that price, it was an absolute steal.

5/5 — WRP

Hanyul Pure Artemisia Calming pH-Balancing Toner

A refreshing toner that I admittedly bought partly for its packaging. I enjoyed using it, particularly on warmer spring days when I wanted something lightweight, but I've realized I prefer richer, glycerin-heavy formulations. Pleasant enough, just not particularly memorable.

2/5 — WNR

Innisfree Black Tea Youth Enhancing Treatment Essence

This essence genuinely impressed me. My complexion looked more even and noticeably dewier while using it, especially when paired with PURCELL's glutathione serum. In fact, I don't think my skin has ever looked better! Of course, other factors may have contributed, but I was extremely pleased with the results.

5/5 — HG (If only it weren't so expensive!)

Serums and Fluids

Rovectin Vita Brightening Dark Spot Serum

A lightweight serum that glides effortlessly over the skin and leaves a lovely dewy finish. I've finished two bottles and noticed a visible improvement in my complexion. Unfortunately, it has that dreaded hot dog water smell, although the results make up for it.

4/5 — WRP

Sungboon Editor Green Tomato Pore Lifting Ampoule

I bought this on James Welsh's recommendation, as I generally trust his judgment, but this time I couldn't quite see what he liked about it. The serum has a lightweight, slightly tacky texture and a fresh scent. It applies easily, but wasn't as hydrating as I'd hoped.

I wasn't expecting miracles, just a modest improvement in the appearance of my pores and perhaps a dewier finish. Unfortunately, I noticed neither. I bought a two-pack and used both bottles, feeling underwhelmed throughout.

2/5 — WNR

IOPE Stem III Softener

A watery, serum-like product that absorbs quickly and has the luxurious fragrance I associate with IOPE's more expensive skincare. I'm not convinced it made a noticeable difference to my skin, but I did enjoy the experience of using such a fancy-looking product every night.

3/5 — MRP

Hanyul Pure Artemisia Calming pH-Balancing Fluid

I enjoyed this considerably more than the toner. Its lightweight, serum-like consistency was perfect for warmer days when I wanted hydration without a heavy moisturizer. It struck a nice balance between feeling barely there and keeping my skin comfortably hydrated.

Unfortunately, the pump is a damn nightmare: stiff, difficult to operate, and increasingly frustrating as the bottle empties. Eventually, I had to store it upside down and unscrew the cap to get the remaining product out.

4/5 — WRP

Slowpure Hydration Texture Serum

This came as a free gift with my YesStyle order. It's a pleasant, straightforward hydrating serum, but nothing particularly special. It provides an extra layer of moisture without offering much beyond that.

3/5 — MRP (At the right price.)

PURCELL 5% L-Glutathione Flexible Liposome Serum

What a fantastic serum for pigmentation concerns! It gives my skin an immediate glow, but the real appeal is the improvement I've noticed over time. My complexion looks brighter and more even after consistent use.

The smell is absolutely horrific, though thankfully it disappears once I finish my routine and apply moisturizer. Given the results, I'm more than willing to overlook it.

5/5 — HG

Sunscreens

House of Hur Weightless Sun Fluid

A lovely, lightweight sunscreen with a matte finish. It can pill slightly if I rub my face, but otherwise applies beautifully without a noticeable white cast. Reapplication is particularly easy because neither my face nor my fingers feel greasy afterward. The packaging is adorable, too.

5/5 — HG

Celimax Oil Control Mattifying Sun Stick SPF50+ PA++++

An okayish sunscreen stick that feels slightly greasier than others I've tried. I suspect it contributed to some breakouts, and the finish wasn't particularly flattering unless I blended it in carefully. The packaging also becomes discolored over time, making it look rather shabby.

2/5 — WNR

MEDIPEEL Peptide 9 Bio Sun Stick Pro

A really nice sunscreen stick with a lightweight, non-greasy finish. Despite how comfortable it feels, there's still a reassuring sense of having something protective on my skin. The packaging is particularly satisfying to use and has a luxurious feel. I felt fancy every time I pulled it out of my bag.

4/5 — HG

Cleansers

Celimax Derma Nature Fresh Blackhead Jojoba Cleansing Oil

An affordable cleansing oil with a thin, fluid texture that makes it easy to spread, massage, and emulsify. Unlike some cleansing oils, the scent is quite pleasant; I've actually grown fond of it. It has never caused any irritation or breakouts.

My only complaint is the pump, which dispenses far too much product. I eventually replaced it with the pump from my old cleansing oil to avoid wasting product with every use.

5/5 — HG

WHIPPED Jojovender B5 Vegan Pack Cleanser

A wonderful, non-stripping cleanser that leaves my face feeling soft and hydrated. A small amount lathers beautifully, and it can also be applied as a mask for a more intensive treatment.

The fragrance is lovely but fairly strong, so I wouldn't recommend it to anyone sensitive to scented products. My main gripe is the packaging: the thick, whipped texture makes it difficult to squeeze out, and things can get messy. I suspect a tub would be more practical than a tube.

4/5 — WRP

Zero Pore Blackhead Deep Cleansing Oil

I received this as a freebie from YesStyle. Compared with the Celimax oil, it has a thicker consistency and a scent that reminds me of household cleaning products—not particularly appealing. It didn't cause any breakouts, but I never really warmed to it.

3/5 — MRP

ma:nyo Pure & Deep Cleansing Foam

A lovely foam cleanser that lasts ages because a tiny amount produces an impressive amount of lather. Round Lab's Dokdo cleanser still has a slight edge for me, as its foam feels softer and more cloud-like.

Nevertheless, the ma:nyo cleanser was gentle, easy to rinse off, and left my skin feeling clean without being stripped. The fragrance was also mild and unobtrusive.

4/5 — WRP

Creams and Moisturizers

Centellian24 Madeca Cream Time Reverse

A lovely moisturizer with a slightly richer consistency than most creams I've tried. Its herbal fragrance is one of my absolute favorites. A small amount applied before bed left my skin incredibly soft by morning, without causing congestion or breakouts.

5/5 — HG

Laneige Water Sleeping Mask EX

I received a sample-sized tub a few months ago and enjoyed it immensely. It has a thick, refreshing gel texture that leaves my skin feeling comfortably hydrated and protected overnight.

I noticed improvements in both hydration and the feeling of suppleness, which surprised me given how lightweight the formula feels. I'm 27, but I can imagine it appealing to more mature skin types as well.

5/5 — WRP (If only it were cheaper!)

Sungboon Editor Deep Collagen Retinol Power Boosting Capsule Cream

A capsule cream marketed for improving brightness and elasticity. I enjoyed mixing the capsules and gel on the back of my hand, experimenting with the proportions to adjust the final texture.

Unfortunately, my skin didn't seem to tolerate it. I experienced breakouts almost every time I used it. I don't necessarily blame the retinol, since I already use tretinoin regularly, but something about this formulation clearly didn't agree with me.

1/5 — WNR

Purito Mighty Bamboo Panthenol Cream

A surprisingly hydrating, lightweight moisturizer that's wonderfully fuss-free. It leaves my skin looking dewy without feeling heavy or greasy throughout the day.

I used it both morning and night with excellent results. I can definitely understand the hype surrounding this cream, and I'd happily recommend it to fellow combination-skin types.

5/5 — HG

IOPE Stem III Emulsion

A lightweight emulsion with the luxurious fragrance typical of Amorepacific products. It provides a nice boost of hydration, although the finish feels slightly too greasy for my liking.

I appreciate the elegant glass bottle and pump, but getting the last few milliliters out is unnecessarily difficult.

3/5 — MRP

Dr. Jart+ Cicapair So Soothing Treatment

An excellent ointment-like moisturizer marketed for its soothing properties. Admittedly, plain Vaseline might have produced a similar effect, but I can't deny that my skin looked particularly fresh and rested whenever I used it as an overnight mask.

The scent is pleasant, and I liked the applicator. I believe it's intended more as an intensive treatment than an everyday moisturizer.

Like many Dr. Jart+ products, it's rather expensive for my budget. I found mine at Marshalls for ten dollars, which made it much more appealing. I'm not sure whether this particular product is still widely available, although the brand offers similar treatments.

4/5 — MRP

Torriden Dive-In Cream

A dependable moisturizer that strikes a good balance between everyday lightness and sufficient moisture retention. The texture isn't my favorite, but it's perfectly serviceable, and I appreciate the absence of fragrance.

Nothing groundbreaking, but a solid option.

3/5 — MRP

Hello all:)

My friends will visit China (Chongqing and Guangzhou) so I have a chance to get my hands on a C-Beauty makeup haul.

The brands and products I would love to buy while in China:

Anthemy - Matrix eyeshadow singles are my dream
Cheeryep
Romantic beauty
Sheeneffect
Girlcult
Kaleidos

Ordering online would be the best - I already downloaded Wechat, but so far I only found Pinduoduo which looks rather suspicious, especially for Anthemy. I saw Taobao in some threads, but I am unable to use that from the EU unfortunately.

I'm interested in all experiences, online shops and physical stores as well, so thank you for your help.

I would really appreciate if I wouldn't need to go bankrupt from 10 eyeshadow singles, cbeautymall prices are crazy for Anthemy. :')

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**All personal or basic questions related to your routine or AB products still belong in the Alter-Daily Help Thread.**

I use body lotion and skincare before bed, and I keep getting oily marks around the neckline and cuffs of my pjs. It’s way more obvious on light colors.
The ekouaer set I want happens to be a light color, and now I’m worried it’ll be annoying to keep clean. Do you wait for everything to sink in before getting dressed, or are some fabrics just easier to wash? Should I give up and get a dark set instead?

Skintype: dry, 29 years old, using tret for antiaging once a week (just started!)

Climate: mediterranean

Main concern: dehydration, closed comedones/texture on forehead, sebaceous filaments on nose

Products used:

Free Deluxe Sample Cle De Peau Beaute Softening Cleansing Foam 20ml (idk the nordstrom lady just gave it to me to try for free LOL i didnt even buy anything I love her)

Smells nice, very slight baby powdery fragrance

Texture is cream to foam, Lathers INCREDIBLY, so luxurious, only need like half a pea-sized amount because it foams up so well. Lasted so long because of that.

Takes off makeup well. Leaves my face feeling very clean but soft at the same time. (It feels like the clean feeling of Senka Perfect Whip without the overly stripped dryness after). 10/10

Sometimes I get closed comedones on my forehead and while using this I was barely getting any. My skin was so smooth. My nose pores also looked very clear

I also ended up buying the full sized version because they were selling it at costco AND it was on sale for $35. It lasted me like 1 1/2 years?? I miss it but I havent repurchased because the full price is too much for me right now. Its so worth it on sale because it lasted wayyyyy longer than my other cleansers.

GWP Deluxe Sample Shiseido Clarifying Cleansing Foam 15ml

Texture is cream to foam, lathers well into bubbles but not as creamy or as well as the CDP cleanser.

Smells strong like baby powder

Takes makeup off well but leaves my face feeling a bit dry

I used it up because it was GWP and free but probably wouldnt repurchase the full size

GWP Shiseido Ultimune Eye Power Infusing Eye Concentrate 5 ml

Nice, serum like consistency

cant smell much of a scent

kept my under eyes looking smooth, esp under makeup. absorbs well, plumps under eyes

noticed a difference for sure when using this
would i repurchase full size? probably not? its so expensive and i dont feel like i currently need extra love under my eyes. BUT if I saw it on sale I might buy it?

I did find myself “saving” it for under makeup

first time making an empties review :) Hoping to make more since I love luxe Jbeauty

I used May Coop Raw Sauce back in the day, around 2018. It was my HG and leaves my skin super soft and moist. They stopped making products around 2022, I believe and now they’re back!

I’ve been using it for a month and my skin has become so soft and bright!

I've always had thinner Asian hair that looks flat on the top of my head as the day progresses. I've tried using curling/ flat irons and also drying with a round brush for more volume, but short of using hair spray it doesn't stay for the whole day. Is there anyway to get fullness/ add height to the crown of the head that lasts a day without using hairspray?

I recently watched Pursuit of Jade and noticed the main character girl's hair is so full on the top it makes her head look so tiny. It looks like she's either wearing a wig/hair topper or has SOMETHING in her hair to make it poof up so much. I'm honestly thinking of buying a hair topper in Asia - anyone have experience wearing this for more volume?

Can anyone recommend a Japan drugstore product for brightening dull, milia prone face?

Also an underarm brightening serum/lotion/cream?

Tried and tested products please. Thank you!!

Do you really need that? Here's a space to help keep purchases in check and keep us all honest!

Rules

Post the name of the item you're on the fence about purchasing, and whether or not you want people who have experience with the product to talk you INTO or OUT OF buying it!

Please also include your skin type in both the question and response!

I have been looking at lash serum results on Asian eyelashes, but I really dislike when Asian lashes are simply super long from lash serum. Somehow they still look thin, just super long and spider-y. I want something with more volume not just length, is there a serum that's good for that specifically for Asian lashes?

My skin had a tan on it from before, especially in the forehead area, while the rest of my face was fine. 6 months ago, I used Fixderma sunscreen. Since then, I have been using Skin1004 Centella sunscreen, and over that, I apply a tinted sunscreen.

Now, for the last 3-4 months, I have noticed that my entire forehead, cheek sides, and whole face have become dark (hyperpigmented), and the forehead darkness has doubled.

I don't understand why this is happening. I wear a mask covering 2 fingers' width and use an umbrella, yet this is still happening. What is the reason for the skin getting darker instead of getting protection?

Between applying it with 2 fingers, I apply 1 finger's amount on my forehead and sides because the rest of my part is covered by the mask.

Can a tinted sunscreen cause some kind of reaction?

Please tell me the names of sunscreens that will actually prevent tanning."

And why did I got more pigment?

Added the tinted one also..

Truly a modern tragedy. Outdid myself only for my client meeting to be rescheduled and do loser overtime in the office smh

Products and methods in third pic!

- Canmake clear metallook mascara

- flower knows butterfly cloud collar mascara (top lashes)

- judy doll precision mascara (the screw looking wand! Bottom lashes)

- daiso lash tool

Daiso tool is the only real non-negotiable imo, every other product can really be switched out to what you alrdy have/like!!

Edit to add: photo was taken at 10+ hours of wear!! Curls held up more than I did at the end of the day