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An enzyme exfoliator is much gentler than AHAs and BHAs. They don’t over-exfoliate the skin and would be more suitable for sensitive skin. The enzyme exfoliators we choose are gentle and made from rice and papaya enzymes. Our Pick: 1. Tony Moly – I’m Rice Exfoliating Enzyme Powder This is an enzyme-exfoliating powder that uses rice powder, rice extract, and papaya enzymes to gently exfoliate skin and reveal a brighter and more radiant complexion. Rating Price 10/10 $ Pros: Cons: What ingredients does it contain? Corn Starch, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Aspartate, Allantoin, Maltodextrin, Papaya Extract, Rice Powder, Protease, Rice Extract, Butylene Glycol. 2. SRB –…

Finding a moisturizer for contact dermatitis can be very difficult and even if you do find one, it can still cause contact dermatitis. Contact dermatitis occurs because of an allergic reaction to an ingredient or substance present in products. So you will need to get a patch test to see what ingredients you’re allergic to before buying skincare products. When choosing moisturizers, make sure they are dye-free, fragrance-free, lanolin-free, paraben-free, formaldehyde-free, botanical extract-free, gluten-free, and essential oil-free. Our Pick: 1. Vaseline  Vaseline is the go-to moisturizer for people with contact dermatitis as it not only moisturizes the skin but also contains minimal ingredients. Rating Price 10/10 $ Pros: Cons: What…

For today’s post, we will be talking about the best Korean sunscreens for sensitive skin including dry/dehydrated skin types. The sunscreens we have listed below are mostly chemical but they are safe and a good option to try out if you have sensitive skin. We also have 1 mineral sunscreen on the list and you can find more at the bottom of the post. Our Pick: 1. Round Lab – Birch Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 50, PA++++ This is a moisturizing Korean sunscreen that can be used for all skin types including ultra-sensitive skin. It is a highly recommended sunscreen and has a lot of positive reviews. Rating Price 10/10 $$…

Finding a Korean sunscreen for oily, acne-prone skin is very tough and often times people get recommended sunscreens that are more suitable for combination skin. In this list, we are focusing on sunscreens that you might have not heard about. The most common Korean sunscreens recommended for oily, acne-prone skin are in the Honourable Mentions. Our Pick: 1. Etude House – Sunprise Mild Airy Finish Sun Milk SPF50+ PA++++ This is the best Korean sunscreen that is recommended for oily, acne-prone skin. It is a mineral sunscreen that is lightweight, non-greasy, dries quickly, and has a proper finish. You can also use this if you have sensitive oily, acne-prone skin.…

This post is about the best Japanese exfoliators and how they are suitable for all skin types. All of the products we have chosen are peeling gels that exfoliate the skin and do so without irritating the skin. This makes it suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin. Our Pick: 1. Cure Natural Aqua Gel This is a Japanese exfoliator that is suitable for all skin types. It is gentle and comes in a gel-like formula that removes dead skin effectively without causing undue stress to the skin. Rating Price 10/10 $$$ Pros: Cons: What ingredients does it contain? Water, Glycerine, Crosspolymer, Dicocodimonium chloride, Stearicrimonium bromide, Aloe vera leaf…

In this post, we will discuss the best Korean exfoliators for combination skin. How did we choose? We choose each exfoliator based on how many times people have used and recommended it. They are also suitable for all combination skin types like oily, acne-prone, dry, dehydrated, or sensitive skin. They contain AHAs, BHAs, PHAs, and ingredients that moisturize the skin without irritating it. They are also free from PEGs, silicones, fragrances, alcohol, and essential oils. Note: you can use these exfoliators once or twice a week depending on the amount of irritation you experience. Our Pick: 1. COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid This is a good Korean exfoliator to use…

In this post, we will discuss the best Korean exfoliators for oily, acne-prone skin. How did we choose? We choose each exfoliator based on how many times people have used and recommended it. They help to remove whiteheads, blackheads, and congested pores associated with oily, acne-prone skin. They contain AHAs, BHAs, and ingredients that exfoliate and moisturize the skin without irritating or damaging it. They are free from fragrance, alcohol, PEGs, silicones, and essential oils. Note: you can use these exfoliators once or twice a week depending on the amount of irritation you feel. Our Pick: 1. COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid This is a really good Korean exfoliator for…

In this post, we will discuss the best Korean exfoliators for dry and sensitive skin. How did we choose? We choose each exfoliator based on how many times people have used and recommended it. These exfoliators also moisturize the skin without irritating or damaging it. They contain AHAs, BHAs, and ingredients that moisturize the skin and are free from fragrance, alcohol, PEGs, silicones, and essential oils. Most of these exfoliators are peeling gels so they will be gentle on the skin. Note: you can use these exfoliators once or twice a week depending on the amount of irritation you feel. Our Pick: 1. ISNTREE – Chestnut 8% AHA Clear Skin…

Cleansing gels are suitable for all skin types including ultra-sensitive skin as they would be moisturizing and less harsh than normal cleansers. Our Pick: 1. Matsuyama Hadauru Moisturizing Cleansing Gel This is a Japanese cleansing gel that absorbs and removes dirt and makeup from the skin with a gentle formula that contains moisturizing ingredients. Rating Price 10/10 $$ Pros: Cons: What ingredients does it contain? Caprylic/​Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, PEG-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Water, Sodium Surfactin, Glycine, Soybean Seed Extract, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol. 2. Curél Makeup Cleansing Gel This Japanese cleansing gel is designed specifically for dry, sensitive skin. It gently cleanses the makeup from deep within the pores while hydrating the skin and protecting the natural…

Today we are going to be talking about the best Japanese cleansing oils for sensitive skin. When choosing cleansing oils for sensitive skin, make sure it is free from fragrance, colour, mineral oil, paraben, and alcohol. Our Pick: 1. KOSE SOFTYMO Speedy Cleansing Oil This is the best Japanese cleansing oil out there for sensitive skin. It breaks down dirt, sunscreen, and makeup while moisturizing and protecting the skin barrier.  Rating Price 10/10 $ Pros: Cons: What ingredients does it contain? Mineral Oil, Cyclomethicone, Safflower Oil, Tocopherol, Jojoba Seed Oil, Glycerin, Water, Phenoxyethanol, Apricot Kernel Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Corn Germ Oil, Ascorbyl Dipalmitate, Sesame Seed Oil, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Sunflower Seed…