I Tried Every Viral Korean Skincare (You Only Need These 6!)

Creator calls Nature Republic Real Squeeze Aloe Vera Hydrogel Eye Patch a secret product that works very well, provides subtle natural hydration, and is inexpensive.

Creator calls Dr.Jart Every Sun Day Ultra Sheer Priming Sun Stick one of her favourite sunscreens, says it leaves no white cast, works over makeup, and calls it excellent.

Creator likes Dr. Althea Pore Refreshing Cleansing Balm for dry or sensitive skin, but says it sits on oily skin and is not effective for makeup removal.

Creator says Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream is a good hydrator but does not add collagen to skin; she considers it okay as a moisturizer when understood that way.

Creator says Dr. Althea 345 moisturizer is viral for good reason: lightweight, non-sticky, hydrating and velvety; she considers it especially suited to dry skin and nighttime use.

Creator says topical PDRN is unlikely to penetrate meaningfully and is overhyped, though the hyaluronic-acid component can hydrate; she says it will not harm skin but is not worth going out of one’s way to buy.

Creator says she likes Anua Azelaic Acid plus Hyaluron, calling azelaic acid particularly helpful for sensitivity and inflammation and the product barrier-supporting and hydrating.

Creator says COSRX Snail Mucin is hydrating, lightweight, layers well, and is not sticky, but finds it congesting for oily or breakout-prone skin and says it is not necessary in a routine; she scores it 5–6/10.

Creator calls Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun one of her favourite sunscreens, says it is lightweight with no white cast and suitable for all skin types, and says it is 100% worth the hype.