Deinfluencing "Viral" Skincare

[@celiareed1402]

I’m immunocompromised. I avoid anything viral!❤

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

🤣😂

[@freethetomatoes]

Omg. I just got diagnosed with an autoimmune condition and this is the first thing in relation that has made me laugh. Thank you! I definitely needed this.

[@gwendolinehall1386]

Top tier comment! 🙌

[@josie9754]

I’m starting to think I am too with the amount of reactions I have. 🥲

[@babyface45]

Autoimmune here too. Thank you for the laugh, gotta have a good sense of humor about it. ❤😂

[@loredanav9752]

I absolutely love the Coserex snail mucin . I’m glad the price is lower and I can always have it into my skincare routine.

[@crinklescat1871]

Has it gotten lower? It’s not time for me to repurchase, but the last bottle I bought when it initially went viral actually cost me five dollars more than normal. So if the price is back to normal or cheaper than that’s fantastic!!

[@tarafenwick7988]

I Can't live without it😂

[@ronaiomo5956]

It’s refreshing to see a deinfluencing video that’s actually giving criticisms and genuine opinions. There’s so many products that get pushed as ‘holy grails’ (especially on TikTok) or even touted as skin soothers that just don’t work for people with reactive skin.

[@sebrinadickerson3341]

Another very concerning tidbit is that the reedle shot company is encouraging people to use their mini-medieval torture cream (reedle shot) with a vitamin c concoction that you mix yourself to 'ensure freshness.' It is well known that vitamin C is not supposed to be used with microneedling since it can cause granulomas. I imagine that danger is even more prevalent with tiny barbs that stay impaled in the skin at all different depths and directions...it's just asking for it.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oh dear I did not know this 😱

[@YanderyCho]

I’m sorry the VT Riddle shot didn’t work out for you. I absolutely love it! Seen results in texture and pore. Tip after applying the serum follow up with a calming sheet mask. Alice another great video! thank you! 😊

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you for sharing! It’s one of those situations where my sensitivities keep me from appreciating it, but it’s great to hear it’s going well for others! ☺️

[@heatherlynn4652]

It sounds dangerous tbh. What happens to the spiculas? What if they get in your eyes? What if they embed in your skin? I'll just wait and see what happens to those using a few years down the road

[@guligai]

I'm actually using VT reedle shot now and I love it since it brought me clear-cut result. My skin texture definitely has been changed and it feels like helps my skin get healthier compare to other skin products. The stinging feeling doesn't bother me anymore😂

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thanks for sharing!

[@hannahbanana6261]

I actually like the VT Reedle. I use the 300 on nights I don’t use tret. You definitely can feel it and it’s not exactly a comfortable sensation but I apply it in the evening after double cleansing and follow it with a peptide serum and moisturiser. My skin looks great the next morning. My skin doesn’t like the snail mucin no matter how much I try and force it to. Guess it just confirms different strokes for different folks 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Yuuup, it’s so true! One thing I find myself thinking about a lot is: in the future, will we have a better understanding of *why* some things work for some people but not others? (If so, I’m jealous of the future but excited for them lol!)

[@christieloyd7257]

I don't buy many viral products, but I did buy the CosRx snail mucin essence and I love it. I can feel the difference when I don't use it and it's a part of my routine going forward. I have extremely sensitive and reactive skin and I'll take anything that works and doesn't cause me to react. From what I've read, if they harm or stress out the snails, the mucin is no good and I'm going to accept that since the mucin works so well for me. I love mini's! Great way to test products, my first snail mucin was a mini lol

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you for sharing your experience ☺️

[@artloverg]

This is my experience too. I'm very sensitive, have eczema prone skin and have dry skin. This product does make my skin plumb and it helps my skin to keep hydrated. ❤️

[@amirrhodesve791]

thank you for talking about the ethics of snail mucin, lets be honest we cant ever farm animals in a factory farming system without cruelty, its inherently treating them like machines and they want to produce a profit from these animals and that becomes before the well being of the animals. they are never going to be treated well and thats just the reality.

[@pamorama]

Alice, you are such a great skinfluencer. You’re creative and practical and I really really appreciate your videos!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you so much!

[@LauraLVTGW]

I just tried the VT Reedle Shot on my inner elbow. The rash, bumps and pimples that erupted made me grateful I didn't just put it on my face!!! I love Cosrx and their snail and Propolis products. Thank you for all the hard work you put into every video, Many blessings!!!💖💖💖

[@chetnapatel-harivel7387]

I'm so glad I saw this video because I have the VT currently sitting in my Stylevana cart!! Soon to be leaving though!!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

😱😱 i am SO glad to hear you patch tested!!

[@db-gb5xi]

Yes, that reedle shot is a popular subject. I know dr dray did a video on spicules a year ago and she's doing an actual review on the reedle shot this coming week. The problem with a product like this is people will be too harsh in using it on their skin. Dr. Jenny Liu did a video on upcoming trends for this year and one of them was the hope that the FDA would be willing to approve more SPF filters (we'll see). But as always, beauty is individual.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I’m really looking forward to her review! And I’m hopeful for improved filters. It’s honestly so sad that our regulations force US brands to be this far behind in the times. And with sunscreens!! Arguably THE most important skincare step, and yet we have some of the worst sunscreens. It’s so unfortunate.

[@mistyisha]

@madaboutskin released a short explaining that many more bans coming to the eu regarding retinol strengths, percentages of kojic acid and alpha Arbutin(to name some)… and uv filters are part of the conversation 🤔

[@db-gb5xi]

The EU is very fond of bans. I mean they've banned jet fuel from beauty products which would seem like something that would be obvious as not being needed in beauty products. I always watch for someone like Lab Muffin to talk people down from the ceiling or toxicologist Mo Skin Lab.

[@estellawong365]

Hi Alice. I feel like I agree with you on viral skincare since I do enjoy the physical exfoliation with St Ives before my scaly patches appear and I have to step back using chemical exfoliation. I have yet to try out VT 100 micro needling serum but I am used to certain discomfort that doesn't cause after effects irritation. 😊 Snail mucin serum is an old favorite of mine but I prefer something less sticky and tacky from applying Corsx snail mucin serum... I have moved on from the Beauty of Joseon sunscreen and now applying other Korean sunscreens that is more light weight moisturizing texture.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Yuuup, I’ve thought for years now that physical vs chemical exfoliation is just preference and skin type (and an additional factor of not scrubbing with waaaay too much force!) I hear I’m not “supposed” to like physical exfoliation, but every so often, a nice gentle option works so nicely!

[@sumin-wi3td]

Sad to hear that VT Reedle Shot was not working for you.😂😂 It's changed my skin texture to very smooth! They said the key difference is Cica reedle comparing other Spicule products.

[@scottf23]

Thank you for the honest review of the Reedle Shot. I have a feeling it might be too irritating for my skin. I keep hearing its uncomfortable to use. I like my skincare to be a pleasant experience. Might have to give this one a pass.

[@andie1508]

Ok just finished- great video btw, as always! Wrt this lip balm/product trend, I've definitely noticed it! And before I went into this current no-buy phase, I was interested in the colored lip oils and balms because I'm all about the "no make-up" make-up look. Or more usually, simply no make-up lol. It's one reason I'm obsessed with skin care, because I can't stand basically everything about foundation, so my skin had better look as nice as it can. At most I will do a tinted sunscreen sometimes. But anyway, a slight pop of lip color is something I like to do so I dont look entirely plain or washed-out. Speaking of viral- it's been funny to watch Clinique's Black Honey get so trendy, like it keeps getting "discovered" over and over again, but I've been a dedicated fan and user for...gosh, it feels like decades! But definitely for several years. And the original Benetint from Benefit has been my constant, my HG, for at least 25 years! Oh but my favorite of the *newer* ones is probably the universal sheer deep plum shade of the Versed lip oils at Target. And it's like less than $10, IIRC

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Haha I feel you, it’s been so intriguing to watch black honey and benetint go viral! Although they do fit the bill as being unique, so it makes perfect sense (relatedly, the way the milk jelly tints my lips reminds me a LOT of benetint, although benetint feels less drying)

[@Autumn567]

Thank you for this. I’m constantly feeling FOMO from all of these viral products and it never ends!

[@exomake_mehorololo]

I love the snail mucin cream. Have been using it since 2017. Never tried this version of the product

[@WandaLeee]

Yayyy for the minis 😄😄🥳! I usually buy them a) when trying something new and I'm not sure if it's going to work out for me, b) it's cheaper to buy smaller size than bigger (€/ml).

[@austinq3151]

Loved that last note about trying the minis! If it's something new to you, it's never a bad option to try the mini first! I've had situations where I made that same decision and ended up with something I gave away because it didn't work for me or I simply didn't like it. Getting the mini and then buying full size if you like it is way better than being stuck with a full size of something you don't like/use. Thanks for that reminder haha

[@crinklescat1871]

I’ve been using the cosrx essence before it went viral. Like it’s essentially been my favorite product for…God…years now. I hate in a way that it went viral because it made it more expensive and I love K beauty because it works and it’s also a lot cheaper. Same with J beauty and a313 pomade from France. But I’m 34 and this product does wonders for my skin and I’ve used expensive essences and it’s an essential skincare step for me personally 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@TheTsuha]

thank you for being thorough and honest about VT Reddle, after watching ur video and Dr Dray,, i completely deinfluence by this product!

[@masonjeq4261]

I have used every hydrating lip balm I ever received in subscription boxes on my cuticles (no real reason and I don't buy cuticle oil, but I realized long ago that the only time I'll ever use lip balm is when I'm stuck in prolonged periods of travel in below freezing locations). As far as minis... I'm really on the fence about that. In the standard MSRP I often will try a mini because the prices are comparable to what your mention 15/25. I even see value in having mini/travel sizes since I can actually use them for travel. My problem is that I often don't have appeal to try specific products I have no experience with. More often I toss something in my card b/c it was on a ridiculous sale and that's very rare with the minis other than luxury brands. As far as the VT cosmetics influencing inconsistencies, have you paid attention whether it's the same influencers who yelled about apricot scrub who are promoting the VT serum? I wouldn't be shocked if it was, just curious as to whether it's a different segment as I really stick to YT for skincare content and several people didn't seem to love the VT serum. Either way I agree with you about treating the product as an active. Either the product doesn't do what it says it does, or you need to be very careful with using actives in conjunction as their efficacy could shoot up (can be a good thing but warrants care).

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Honestly, the BEST solution for K-Beauty brands is to start making more samples! I only ever had the option to get a makeup sample ONCE, and I turned around and bought the full size - it’s a good strategy for sales as well as for preventing unhappy customers. But soooo few brands seem to do it (or at least on an international scale). The skincare brands are a bit better it seems, as I’ve received quite a few skin1004, purito, and pyunkang yul samples in particular. Less so on the high end brands though goodness I would absolutely love to see that 👀 I’ll have to pay attention to that. TBH what I’ve noticed is that some tiktokers seem to be where some KZbinrs were a few years ago - they still need to figure out that people do indeed have different experiences/there aren’t hard rules in skincare (aside from cleanse somehow, moisturize somehow, and wear a sunscreen that you like). And they need to disclose better SHEESH (another story there though lol)

[@prettyninfad]

I did see a video with a chemist that says he does use it with his retinol. Not sure if it was prescription. But he was young so he might like going hard.

[@LittleAmyHe]

Chinese skincare update: I kept seeing 377 on brightening products and I had no idea what it was. I discovered that it’s a brightening agent that is supposed to be 10x stronger than arbutin and works faster too. I can’t seem to find any products with 377 in the U.S. So far, I’ve only seen this ingredient in Chinese and Japanese skincare. For Japanese skincare, it seems to be mostly in pricier skincare products. I’m sooo excited to try it because I haven’t had much luck with other ingredients.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

👀 have you found any brands that you’d recommend? Especially for skincare as that is so rarely discussed (meanwhile I think I know my fav C-beauty makeup brands: Joocyee and Judydoll!!) Thanks for sharing!

[@LittleAmyHe]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole It’s kind of hard to tell because on Xiao Hong Shu, they seem to prefer western and Japanese brands (although some products don’t even exist in the western market) mostly for status. Like La Mer shows up a lot and I die. I have tried John & Jeff and really like them so far. They’re simple and effective, reminds me of The Ordinary but more elegant I guess? I like their body lotions (12% urea and other with 6% lactic acid I think but it doesn’t smell like AmLactin) but haven’t had a chance to try facial skincare. I’m going to try stuff from Ruyi, more John & Jeff, Fulqun, Simpcare (I can’t with the English name hahaha), Home Facial Pro, You & Pure (specializes only in sulfur acne care) and maybe Skino? HFP seem to be known for their signature essence toner. Fulqun is known for anti-acne but I think their most popular product is not going to be good for your dry skin. It apparently has a tightening effect.

[@just-another-viewer123]

try Indeed Labs pepta bright even tone cream it has 377

[@LittleAmyHe]

@@just-another-viewer123 Thank you! I will consider it once I try a bunch from Chinese brands. I wonder why 377 isn’t part of the advertisement.

[@LittleAmyHe]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole Unsure if my previous reply posted but I basically said John & Jeff body products (12% urea cream and 6% lactic acid lotion that doesn’t smell bad like Amlactin) are nice. The brand itself reminds me of The Ordinary but maybe more elegant? I don’t test a lot of body products so my judgment but be iffy. I just know it works on my very dry KP legs. I’m prone to a built up of crusty skin if I don’t exfoliate all the tiiiime, but using both products twice was enough to get rid of them. Don’t really need additional upkeeping. I haven’t tried facial products yet but I’m collecting mostly anti-acne and brightening products from Ruyi, John & Jeff, You & Pure (really interested because they only do sulfur-based anti-acne products), Skyn Future, Simpcare, FulQun, and maybe Home Facial Pro and Skino.

[@mrkenjichan]

Hi Alice, the Numbuzin sunscreen is superb in many ways, but there is one major problem which made me decide to stop repurchasing it. The design of the top is the problem. The top breaks easily. I have bought 5 bottles and 2 tops broke. I was really upset and did not want to waste the sunscreen inside, but I had no choice but to dispose of the 2 bottles. Since then, I have been using the BOJ one and Haruharu WONDER Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen. Both are cool, whereas the BOJ one is more expensive. As for the snail mucin, I love the texture and the hydration, but I am not sure if it makes a significant difference to my skin. I guess I will keep buying it, but is it a must? No maybe.

[@loadeddiperz]

I use the vt reedle 100 with a bunch of serums and moisturizer and the boj retinal every night but it didnt irritate my skin. I love it. Oh and this product is popular here in Japan

[@artworkpending...1940]

omg YES I'm so tired of influencers saying "you're throwing your money down the drain buying mini sizes" like no I'm not because 15 dollars will always be less than 25 no matter how you put it. Yeah yeah whatever, price per unit and all that, i get it, but if you only use the product once and never again because you didn't like it, then you just paid 25 bucks for one use, how's that for price per unit. My mother is so bad about this especially with milk, which is probably really specific and a little weird, but when we buy milk, we don't use more than a half gallon before the expiration date but she buys the full gallon "because its cheaper"......no its not! (and its wasteful but that's a different topic) this concept applies EVERYWHERE

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

EXACTLY, $25 per use is very much not a better deal! I think minis serve such an important purpose in helping us limit waste AND shop more wisely

[@itchysheets1222]

“What in Tarnation” lol I love it

[@kayyoung3187]

Truly no judgement to anyone using snail mucin, I have for years. I am switching to the ordinary multi peptides + copper peptides instead in my routine. Even if it’s not exactly the same it’s fine. I just feel like snail is no longer essential to my personal routine.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I feel like it simply comes down to: it’s a great product, but there are many other great products! the real trick seems to be: figuring out what works for each of us, individually ☺️

[@anitamiko9975]

I am loving the VT reedle serum. And I can use it with Tret (first week in)…but I just saw Dr. Dray’s video on this and it is alarming. As a researcher yourself, what do you make of her concerns? She doesn’t have proof, but do you see the same danger in specules years down the road? Dr. Dray tends to be very conservative and cautious in general, so I’m not ready to toss this product just yet because it does give me an instant overnight smoothness and pore refining. But do you think it’s possible to suffer any unintended consequences years down the road?

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

It’s honestly so hard to say 😕 I guess I would point out: research, as well as the lack thereof, has to be interpreted. For example, we don’t have nearly as much research on retinol as we do on tretinoin, but most enthusiasts and derms alike agree that retinol likely has great benefits for skin. We have to think the same way with ingredients that could be a concern. That ultimately leads to a conclusion that is an opinion (based on the lack of evidence and whatever contributes to our individual conclusions!)

[@gabrielemcnicholl6174]

You are great and so honest! I never bought any snail products because I just can not get over the thought having snail slime on my face. I also seen another video about that VT Riddle wich didn’t work out for her either. I don’t think I ever bought anything viral other than the sunscreen. I do love korean sunscreen and have way to many of them. I never had any bad reactions or any weird white cast. Any way … keep it up Alice. Great videos !

[@kathleenwang]

your video came at the right time, I was about to buy another colour lip balm! if summer fridays lip balm works well for me, maybe the ole one will work better. also yes im going to get sample sizes to try going forward before committing the full size.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Happy to help ☺️

[@RPBSpeaks]

I’ve been reducing my products because of redundancy. My daughter got the snail mucin and loves it - but she doesn’t use all of the products I use. I’ve gotten more Beauty of Joseon products lately and am rotating them in as I run out of others. But I’m avoiding viral products if I see that my current routine covers that area.

[@luckyyuki]

Torriden and Skin1004 have sample sets and both have been a great way to try the products!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Yes!! Great suggestion! I think I’ve even seen those brands do cute little bags in the kits ☺️

[@cjaneg97]

I used to have extremely dry cracked lips. I've tried all of the lip balms and the only thing to ever work is a hyaluronic acid serum (currently The Ordinary's) topped with Aquaphor. Super cheap up front and will last way longer than any other lip balm.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

That’s such a great system

[@sugarfree_2023]

I absolutely liked the reedle shot. Actually in my country we use sponge powder a lot - pure powder with some water. It has excellent anti inflammatory and brightening properties.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thanks for sharing ☺️

[@parisinthe30sx]

Geek and gorgeous stress less serum has completely changed my skin for the better. My breakouts are almost non-existent. Have you tried it? Mucin from stressed snails is all but useless. Snails secrete it all the time just moving around. There's no need to stress them to extract the mucin. From what I've researched most companies do not stress the snails out to get it.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Yes!! That’s such a great product. It gets a little goopy towards the end of the bottle, but works just as well through the whole usage. I love that brand!

[@galacticgardevoir9496]

I use Reedle 100 a couple of days a week, and I've definitely noticed a huge difference in my skin texture. I started with using it in my night routine 4 times per week, on the days I don't use retinol. Now that my skin texture is much smoother, I only use it twice per week.

[@lexalexilex]

i have a dustmite allergy and i use the cosrx snail mucin without a reaction, despite having sensitive skin. Its one of my holy grail products that really made a difference for my skin so im suprised that it works now that i know this. Guess im pretty rare case and thank god cus i cant live without it now

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Cross-reactivity isn’t a guarantee, yup. Glad to hear it works for you!

[@RobertoGiovannini]

I tried newer spfs but in the end my skin just loves BoJ spf 😅 I'm not a BoJ fan (the only other product I liked from them is the Retinal serum) but the sun cream is a real jewel that is surviving even against newer products for me

[@avalonzukowski7571]

I love lip basting. Credits to the Pillowtalk Derm.

[@sarahcarroll8206]

I really like the Scinic but I find that the BoJ reduces my redness, so I come back to it more often. I really want to try the Numbuzin. I'm almost immune to the lip balm madness because of my love for the Aquaphor Lip Repair with SPF, specifically the one in stick format (the squeezy tube is sticky and moves around too much). There is no experience, no aesthetics, no scent. But it works.

[@hannahallain]

Thank you for fully explaining what the VT Reedle shot is!! I was so confused watching other videos that didnt really talk about the ingredients. Influencers are making it sound just like retinol benefits, but the effects dont seem worth it - I'd rather go with a retinol! 😂

[@donotreply8979]

I didn't know i needed you until i found this channel. Where have you been all my beauty product life???

[@emilyteacher236]

Love snail mucin. I've noticed that recently beauty influencers try to discredit everything to draw attention...not even hialuronic acid has been spared from critical reviews and I've heard also that niacinamide is the next target😮 By the way;if you're not sure how snail mucin is made in Korea...how can you be sure if SPF creams are actually legit? Yep, you don't live in Kore! I do need snail mucin, I see tremendous difference in my skin when I use it. I'll stick to it (not so sure about Korean spf, though)

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you for sharing your experience 😊 And yes I very much agree. Skinfluencers need to stop making SPF claims. We cannot confirm the SPF on the packaging; that requires rigorous lab testing!

[@courtneynduran]

What is that burn book thing in your background? I’ve always wondered. 🤔 Love your videos so much!! ❤️

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

It’s a brush case/bag from the (very old lol) Mean Girls spectrum collection! …Although I hear the new movie isn’t great, maybe I should take it down 🤣😂

[@adnilgreen1727]

What are your thoughts on the TirTir cushion foundation? :)

[@shaunaburton7136]

I will try the reedle shot after its used more. I just worry if a spicule doesn't break down and gets invested in the skin. A micro needle won't get imbedded.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Mmhmm, you’re thinking along the same lines as I am. It’s such a neat idea, but I can’t help having a few concerns!

[@raychuang9922]

Your honest video are very realistic and are more targeted it for what viewers needs and Alice I really do appreciate that we need to be reminded ourselves and what products that our skin actually need to be healthy

[@P.H.L.]

Thank you for this vid! I was so close to be suckered into buying the reedle too. The ads and vids were getting to me... and I also self microneedle so I was like wait, I'm already doing this harharhar. I'll wait for the hype to die down and see what happens. TY!

[@laurie9214]

I received my bottle of VT Reedle 100 today. I was so excited to try. I did and followed it with my usual serums and a sheet mask. My face is now hot and as red as a tomato 🍅. I feel like I have a sunburn and hope it goes away overnight. 😑

[@chetnapatel-harivel7387]

Absolutely fantastic video Alice!!! You made some excellent points which have REALLY got me thinking! Also, your complexion is just flawless!! BTW what concealer do you use?? Do you use concealer?? Xx

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you! It’s the tirtir red cushion and the Joah concealer ☺️

[@chetnapatel-harivel7387]

@AliceintheRabbitHole I'm too scared to try the cushion. I'm too worried about the shade. I've got medium skin tone (kinda olive-ish)....im Indian. So I'm pretty sure it'll be pasty! Not heard of the concealer. I'll look into it and see if it's available in London, 🇬🇧

[@lisasmith7]

I know I don't need all the balms. I want all the balms.👀❌️⭕️

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

🤣😂 I am right there with you!!

[@wplants9793]

I absolute love the Beauty of Joseon sunscreen, but I also love the other 2 Korean sunscreens that I’ve tried. So I get whatever is easiest to get/cheapest at the time.

[@a.e1785]

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun SPF50+PA++++ is veryyyy good

[@paulayarbrough6930]

I will never be that person that runs out and buys a product because it went "viral" Most products that go "viral" or all of the sudden become popular is because people are getting paid to promote it. So duh lol it's gonna be AMAZING.

[@martham7198]

Thanks Alice! What do you think of the Milk stick? It does look really cool! Do you know of any good Asian tinted sunscreens? My coloring is similar to yours.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

It’s fun to use and it does last (arguably it stains lol). However, it’s hard to blend over dry skin. Which can mean a few things: dry skin types must moisturize well AND it’s tricky to blend over foundation! I conclude it’s for those who don’t wear a lot of base products already If you’re interested in cushions, I’m loving the Espoir be velvet cushion in ivory/21! Will talk about that one soon ☺️

[@IndigooceanOrg]

When I realized I bought the mini of the BoJ sunscreen I was upset. Then it arrived and I don't like how it looks or wears on my skin. So glad I got the mini! I didn't even know that Numbuzin 1 was an updated version of those main ingredients, but I found it not long after and it is now my favorite sunscreen.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Glad to hear that worked out! Yup the numbuzin actually makes the BoJ sunscreen feel slow to apply (which is saying something!)

[@Nicolsol]

What is the brand of the cushion foundation you mentioned at the end?? That packaging is so pretty 😍

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Tirtir! They have quite a few cushions and I’m still trying to figure out how they compare for me, but the red one is the most popular (and what I’m wearing in this video) ☺️

[@tarafenwick7988]

You're so right! I was so bummed when I realized I was allergic to round lab brich juice sunscreen 😢my eyes where almost swollen shut!

[@gomigomi1072]

Love deinfluence videos ❤️

[@melindagenitempo2359]

I haven't convinced myself to try the vt needle thing. I just medical micro needle tonight. And throw in peptides. As far as lip stuff. I love summer Fridays. They last an eternity and I have lawless and laniege then I lip baste with illyoon ATO cream on top.

[@sunmoonstars0369]

Im not understanding the Riddlle, do the spikey needles stay in your skin or do they fall out?

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I’m honestly not sure. I’ve read from others that they come off when you wash your skin? Will update if I can get a better answer!

[@wrv6927]

Great video, I am seeing that microneedle product everywhere on youtube, and already was thinking how to buy it (I live in south America) an I am not sure if I know what it does!! What do you think about Good Genes? I bought the mini and love it but it is so expensive and I am not sure if I loved the experience (smell, texture and even a pretty bottle) or if it is really good. Thank you for this video.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oooh. Ok I’ll share my experience: I do like good genes. A lot, actually! It worked great for me, without being overly irritating. That said, it’s expensive (and I can’t help being one of those people who doesn’t love supporting sketchy stuff: ie the reviews scandal). So I personally moved on. But to this day, I think an approach like the *idea* of good genes works for me. That is to say: NOT glycolic acid (good genes uses lactic acid instead) - or even other exfoliant options combined with soothing ingredients. Sometimes you gotta reverse engineer these skincare products to save some $$ 🤣😂

[@BradleyonYT]

So snail mucin is best applied to somewhat DAMP skin or DRYER skin? I'm assuming it's the first but i've seen so many say otherwise. I have the coxrx snail mucin (missing bottle cap just like all my other products that ha(d) caps.) I remember there being alot of people saying that they believed it was best to let skin dry before applying as first step (after optional toner-ence's? For whatever reason, it just doesn't seem to hydrate ME as well as using straight-HA as fist serum (when partially damp) and then layering the rest. Not gonna lie i'm kind of an inkey fanboy and I wonder if the fact the products pill or don't work well with the snail mucin is *scratches head* something to do with "silicones vs ____'s" someone was explaining how some products have silicone or are compatible with it and others are not and should not be used with silicone. I can take this to reddit if it's a pain in the tush to address, but if any of you can fill me in LMK!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Ok so what I’d say is: I think this boils down to personal preference. The principle here is: damp skin facilitates faster absorption. …that’s it lol. So this means you can get a bit of instant gratification from humectants: you might notice your skin instantly looks more plump/glassy! But the effect isn’t pronounced, it’s just faster The only time this does become a concern is with actives, as it can increase irritation (because the actives are hitting faster; think of having 3 shots all at once vs over a whole night - I think that’s my best analogy there lol) Hope that helps!

[@katiek5082]

Re: lip balm, if you have a Trader Joe's near you, they have a lip mask that gives laniege vibes, same feel for a fraction of the price. Vanilla was $5 for .7 oz jar, or smaller strawberry and chocolate 2 pack for about $7. Or if you prefer a squeezy tube, pantenolips was maybe $3 on iherb, haven't checked kbeauty retailers. Kopari is awesome, I wasn't aware til I bought it, VERY heavy on coconut oil. I love it, but if you're sensitive be aware.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oh whoa thanks for sharing!

[@notevenart8107]

I loove your eyelashes! Should really add lower ones too, I hope you’ll have some for the next video lol

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Haha thank you!

[@drc4168]

Alice you are amazing. I loathe the very idea of CosRX snail mucin. I loathe it!

[@threatlevelmidnight3588]

👋I highly recommend watching Dr Drays video on the VT Reedle shot. Thanks for another great video!

[@HelenNg-b7b]

I didn't react to anything except the Clarin's products. Thirty years later my twenty year old daughter who went to college sent me a photo of her face reaction to Clarin's. So proved my daughter has my genes.

[@pame8872]

I try hard to avoid fragrance even in my lip balm. I remember trying a new food for dinner and tossing it out only to realize it was the the scented balm making it taste so off. Way to go me!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oh noooo!! I hear you though, mint in lip products messes up the flavor of everything for me. Like eating toothpaste flavored food 🤢

[@chelseaj2356]

Your thoughts on the Reedle Shot mirrored mine, exactly. If these sponges are so little, how is it possible to induce a controlled injury on the skin with them? And, I, too, thought of the St. Ives microtear scandal (wasn’t that disproven?). There’s no consistency!!!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Yeah, basically it was revealed to be a theory (which realistically, theory drives a lot of various skincare beliefs) There was a lawsuit against St. Ives for not disclosing that their product “could cause microtears”, but it was dismissed as there was no evidence to support the claim. The plaintiffs would have had to prove that it really did cause microtears, and they simply couldn’t.

[@getem7640]

What did you think about the tirtir foundation after getting the mini? I noticed that you bought the red cushion which is different than the pink cushion (more dewy).

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I think I do really like the red one! It seems to be much higher coverage, and definitely matte (though with personal preference, I do like that - regardless of my dry skin type). And it wears extremely well! Struggling with my thoughts on pink as it leans much more cool toned than I expected; I’ll try to see past it though!

[@nicolechristine6826]

This is an odd compliment I know lol.. but your eyelashes look so pretty in this video! I zoomed in trying to figure out if you had on fake eyelashes even. What mascara did you use?!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oh yay thank you!! It’s Flortte’s individual false lashes. They looked like the Kiss Falscara so I tried wearing them the same way (placed under the lash). It’s shockingly comfortable and I actually think I prefer these to the western versions as they are a better size!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Sorry not individual, cluster lashes*

[@nicolechristine6826]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole so pretty and they really look natural. I will have to try that trick!

[@노진혁-c4c]

Actually, I have experienced boosting and my pimples disappeared after using this! reedle shot has become my fav item. They say cica-reedle come out along with dead skin cells after 2-3 days! Sad to hear that😅😅

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oh wow! Thank you for sharing ☺️

[@sfkat]

The snails are very crowded together in this dome that is heated up, causing stress and the snails to secrete more. Not a kind practice. I bought the Vegreen Nature Mucin serum instead...the Mini!....also the I'm From Rice Toner in a Mini. Great way to try a product.

[@parisinthe30sx]

The mucin fromStressed snails is all but useless. Snails secrete it all the time just moving around, there's no need to stress them out to get it. I've never heard of a company doing it any other way, other than just collecting it as they move

[@sfkat]

@@parisinthe30sx I'm just going by videos I've seen that showed how a company goes through the process. And true they are alway secreting fluid, but secrete more when stressed, etc. Or so I've read.

[@rebeccapinto9926]

What was the dupe for the Beauty of J sunscreen. Thanks. X

[@rhileynnna]

Hey Alice! I just thought of another question about ulta points. If I used points to knock a product down say $10, if I returned that product would I get the points back? I’m wondering bc I wanna try a new product to replace one of mine, but if I wouldn’t get my points back In case my skin doesn’t like it then I’ll just stick to my usual.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

You’re supposed to be able to make returns on items purchased with points BUT. The way Ulta does it is a bit wonky. Rather than dividing the points evenly across your order, it recalculates your whole purchase. Like this: if you spent $125/2000 points, but returned a $75 item, you would think you’d get back 1200 points right (over half the points). Instead, you might get back 1000 because Ulta recalculated it to a $50/1000 points reduction I learned this the hard way and try my hardest not to make returns on items purchased with points!

[@rhileynnna]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole thank you so much 😊

[@delza9137]

K beauty products contain a lot of "extra" botanical ingredients that just increase the chance of skin rashes/irritation.Also porecloging ingredients...

[@RazorbackNation75]

I bought the cosrx snail essence stuff. Totally OVERRATED and I couldn't stand the texture. It was nothing special.

[@jenniferschmitt8996]

I've been loving the P.Calm sunscreen, my holy grail is the D'Alba waterfull essence gteat for my dry wkin but pricey, the some bi me is w good one too❤

[@geethaparasuram6338]

Sensible points and humorous video ! My first set of K beauty produ ts included the snail mucin lotion and cream. I was worried at the pace I was using it. But halfway through the bottle I had already moved on to other products and never resched for it again. I have been eyeing the tirtir cushions after falling in love with the milk toner. I am outside the shade range on most. One of them is supposed to be very long-lasting and mask proof. Would love to have your feedback after use 😊

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Mmm it turns out I’m the deepest shade. I want to laugh and I also want to cry BUT- in some good news, I saw they are expanding their shade range (!!)

[@Madmarsha]

I've been loving trying minis for awhile. For example, Ulta just had their BOGO on select mini sale so I used it to try some new dry shampoos. It's great for that reason but also it'd take me a long time to use up a full bottle. That being said, I'd buy a jumbo sized Cosrx snail mucin in a heartbeat.

[@1015SaturdayNight]

That reedle shot is going nowhere near my extra sensitive skin! I’m a ceramide and panthenol gal

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Likewise!

[@traceymp1405]

Hello Alice 😄 I don't consider myself a viral skin care follower - and I haven't heard of Reedle Shot (I know, I am not a tik tok person) - anyways, I do love a new lippie! Yes, I have tried many of the new viral lip products and only to be very disappointed, and for me, especially disappointed with the OleHenriksen. I am a sucker for a new lip product, because I only wear mascara and lip gloss. Have a lovely day! 🌸💮🌸I do still use Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun and I have tried a handful of products from Cosrx.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Aww sorry to hear the OH didn’t work out for you! Reaction or the general stickiness of it? (I like it but I do find it sticky!)

[@traceymp1405]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole The consistency of it and the taste - I bought the original and strawberry sorbet. I have so many lippies, in every part of my house, bag, car - you name it - there is a lippie to be found. 💋

[@athenamay30]

I paid no attention to lip care until I got a dark patch on my lips that I can't get rid of (due to perpetually dry, cracked lips). If I could, I'd buy lots of lip balms to sprinkle around the house especially the Dior lip glow.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oh no so sorry to hear! I saw a suggestion here to layer a hydrating serum under an occlusive lip balm, and tbh that sounds brilliant to me (could use a lip serum if you’re worried about eating it lol, but the commenter uses TO hyaluronic acid serum)

[@kimberlyhacker3334]

I am one of those who is allergic to snail mucin, and I found this out the hard way.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

So sorry to hear 😞

[@kellysblackcat]

I don't usually buy viral products, in fact it has the opposite affect on me. That milk jelly blush reminds me of the Tarte cheeky stains, I have the one in flush, it doesn't wobble but it's a transperant stain and is beautiful. They have poppy and exposed as well. More product also. I've never bought snail products, as I feel bad for the conditions of the snails. I try to buy cruelty free as much as possible. That reedle shot serum doesn't appeal to me at all, why are we trying to get products as deep as possible into our skin? I just don't like the idea of what it's doing. I love lip products though ,I have for years, but the balms, butters and masks type, not lipsticks . I have the original Ole Henriksen one, which I think is citrusy? Orange flavor? . The laneige lip glowy balm and the Torriden cerinide lip essence (not scented or flavored) I absolutely love it. But I counted next to my bed and I have 11 different lip sleep masks or treatments, including 2 of the grande pout, one in the pot and the other in a click stick serum type. I get out of control and buy back ups as well. I really don't know why I'm like this. Half the time I can't stand the feeling of product on my lips. 😕 so I mainly use at night. I think the Ole is the only sticky one, but I like it . And if I had to get rid of everything except a few, I'd keep the grande and Torriden. But I have ordered the tocobo lip mask.. So I'm not doing myself any favors. But my lips are in very good condition and haven't been dry or flaky through any of the seasons for quite some time. So at least one of them must be working.. But which one.. 💄😵💫 Ps. I heard the hanalai lip mask is the same as the old version of the bite beauty agave lip mask,.if anyone was missing the original. (sorry for the long message) 😄💚

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oh my gosh thank you SO much for mentioning the Hanalei!! Yes, that’s the one - I tried that ages ago and I do agree, but it’s kind of an obscure brand and I had completely forgotten the name. Making a note of that now, ty! Torriden and Grandepout balance each other it so nicely. The torriden feels more hydrating/emollient to me, and the grandepout more emollient/occlusive (and I swear I do believe those plumping ingredients do *something* over time - very impressed with it!)

[@kellysblackcat]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole I agree with you on the Torriden and grande. The grande serum is very nice too, comes in some nice shades, but I just have the clear. It feels like it wraps onto the lips and stays on., but the pot version is the one that helps plump, I definitely agree with you about that. I think I'm going to grab the Hanalai one now also . 😊

[@RacerX_1111]

The only lip balm I use is Aquaphor. Cheap and it’s almost 2 oz

[@AislinSidhe]

OK, I must know your shade in the TIRTIR cushion, Alice, because I usually wear the same shade as you in all the others I've seen you try. (Hello, Revlon Buff peeps.)

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I think it varies depending on the type of cushion. So far, I can say I’m NOT 21N in pink (too cool toned). In the red cushion, 21 seems to work, oddly enough. In white, I’m the deepest shade (such a thought) - 23!

[@AislinSidhe]

Thanks a million, @@AliceintheRabbitHole ! I adore Asian foundations, because I'm basically a pasty alien. Green people, FTW.

[@kcai988]

of course i don’t like a lingering white cast on sunscreen, but for the BOJ sunscreen i like it bc i find it helpful to make sure i’ve applied properly/all of my face! also yeah im not buying 50 lip balms hahaha - my lips have gotten much drier and ive tried a whole bunch (including the cosrx ceramide lip mask, laneige lip mask, etc) and you know what does the job like no other? lanolips! (doesn’t smell as nice though of course hahah)

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Ahhh I gotta give it to you, that’s a very good refute! I love the speed of the new formula, but it is true that I’ve gone “did I put enough here??” more than once lol Yeahhh, lanolin is an incredible occlusive. It might actually be the best option for lips (see also: the mourning people experienced over losing Bite’s lanolin-based balm). I like that lanolips has a better price point 👀

[@sam-sv5yr]

Dr Dray has a brand new video about VT Reedle, about the lack of research about spicules and the potential risk of developing silica granulomas in long term (several decades). So it will be a hard pass for me! And here I am, totally deinfluenced 😉 (and in denial about my collection of lipbalms 😁)

[@basicbaroque]

I won't be buying the Reedle product. I didn't realize the reedles were from sea sponges. I wonder if it could cause sea sponge irritation? My skin is too sensitive, I already know.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I feel it’s too hard to say at this point. But yep, it’s one I wouldn’t have bought based on knowing my own sensitivities, and sure enough - it’s painful (for me!)

[@lisasmith7]

I enjoy a physical exfoliant but no pain. Sensitive skin here.❌️⭕️

[@weirdandlazy1]

What do you think of the Sekkisei skincare brand?

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I haven’t tried them sadly

[@Aki-wq6xh]

Wonder why I reacted badly to the snail cream not the serum,!

[@lavayuki]

I do not use Tik Tok, but with most things that go viral, I don't like most of them but some of them are decent, none have ever become favourites as I always prefer something else. I actually prefer more niche and lesser known things. I am too scared to use the VT Reedle shot and hate snail so the cosrx essence along with other snail stuff are things i will never use, the thought just creeps me out. I did like the BoJ sunscreen but it was average to me, it was like literally every other korean sunscreen, as most of them are all the same to me... a nice light weightless cream. I have never repeat purchased a sunscreen as I like to try new stuff, and most of them have been the same or very similar

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

To me, it feels like the more niche brands ARE doing something different, while a lot of viral products SEEM different (if that makes sense?) It’s like how lipid gold could just be perceived as a moisturizer that is focused on repair - doesn’t really sound all that unique. However, goodness is it ever THE most healing product I’ve ever tried!

[@frescazzz7536]

So funny, I was just thinking how good the Scinic sunscreen is. That, the skin 1004, mermaid sun gel are my current faves.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

The Scinic is bizarrely underrated! Alas, that seems to mean better deals on it for those of us that know LOL

[@karenferrara]

But what color is right for you in the cushion foundation?

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

21N is close in the red cushion. It is not close in pink (much more cool toned), so I’m thinking the shades are not consistent across variations

[@watchingreviews528]

Can we all fight against the word “deinfluencing”? Influencing means you affect someone’s opinion/action, regardless of whether it’s positive or negative. Convincing people to not buy something is still influencing.