Galactomyes | Why I Love it & my Fave Products

🛍️ 🛍️ 🛍️ || Products Mentioned || 🛍️ 🛍️ 🛍️
*^SK-II Treatment Essence
Sephora myshlf.us/p-443550
Yesstyle ystyle.co/u5uK
*^Scinic First Treatment Essence
Yesstyle ystyle.co/7Exa
Stylevana shrsl.com/3ih9d
*^Cosrx Galactomyces 95 Tone Balancing Essence
Ulta myshlf.us/p-443568
Yesstyle ystyle.co/r1TG
*^Secret Key Starting Treatment Essence
Yesstyle ystyle.co/57sX
Stylevana shrsl.com/3ih9q
*^Secret Key Starting Treatment Mask
Yesstyle ystyle.co/nngq
Stylevana shrsl.com/3ih9y
*Son Reve Tri-Bio Treatment Essence
Soko Glam myshlf.us/p-443584
*^Then I Met You The Giving Essence
Soko GLam myshlf.us/p-371224
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00:00 Intro
0:36 What is Galactomyces Ferment
3:06 SK-II Treatment Essence
5:04 Scinic First Treatment Essence
8:13 Cosrx Tone Balancing Essence
11:10 Secret Key Starting Treatment Essence
13:40 Secret Key Starting Treatment Mask
14:12 Son Reve Tri-Bio Essence
16:53 Then I Met You The Giving Essence
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#galactomyces

[@robinjohnson526]

Hi! I just discovered your channel and am SO glad to have discovered you!! Thank you for finally clearing up so many questions. Well done!!

[@nillou]

I'm in love with Galactomyces too! First one I tried was the some by mi toner & I LOVED it (also contained vitamin C.) I've used Secret Key's & now I'm finishing Manyo Factory's Essence.

[@pinkyfighter9834]

Your energy is amazing 😍

[@mrz.azaiah1665]

Great video, your information is so clear. I now understand how they work.

[@engelneen1686]

Once again, a fantastic video! Thank you. Your content is amazing.

[@heathersargent289]

I have been using the Scinic loved it almost finished but then I purchase the RNW renew essence and love it even more

[@msjod3719]

Another awesome video! Great information, thank you💜

[@nilima5322]

You are my favorite skin care influencer ✨️lot's of ❤️ from 🇧🇩

[@matthewpower7148]

Great vid! Thanks for the recs!

[@morganophelia5963]

im definitely gonna have to try it

[@Queenmarie88]

So one of the K beauty influencers said that you should use your toner first and then the Scinic first essence so I have been doing that. Today I am gonna follow your recommendation and try the Sconic first. 😎♥️

[@trendorina]

I loved using secret key fermented galactomyces essence 9 years ago haha. Used 2 bottles. And just stopped using it with no reason. Right now, I'm just going back to use it. And want to try the cosrx one. Haha

[@angelashaked8996]

Hey Kelly, great video as always 💕 I wanted to mention the secret key (which I also didn't appreciate much) has a rose version which actually includes a high percentage of galactomices.

[@kendallstark4302]

Yes! I just commented on that! On the package it doesn't list any plant extracts or butylene glycol, which both give me closed comedones, so I bought a bottle. I'm really hoping the rose version will be good for my skin, since all Korean toners and essences I've tried have broken me out in some way. I just love how a hydrating toner feels!

[@Queenmarie88]

@@kendallstark4302Have you tried the Pyunkang Yul hydrating toner? O M G that one is so good. it is a little bit thicker than the watery toners but it soaks in so quickly and leaves your skin hydrated and soft but not the least bit sticky. It really surprised me in a great way. ♥️

[@skincarecataloger]

I use the Cosrx one for my hands. It has improved them a little, I think. I also have the Benton Fermentation Essence, but I haven’t used it yet.

[@maninderdhaliwal4933]

Which one is best between these two ?

[@suemazrn]

Which one is the best for dry skin? Love your content!

[@morganophelia5963]

i just ordered missha's mugwort essence and the irish red moss one too and one called a'piue i think with centella

[@lindaalbergo1]

Holy cow yet another thing I want. I’m going to have to put another closet in my bathroom for all the serums, lotions, potions, that I am adding. I’m overwhelmed. Currently I use five or six serums/toner/essences before I even get to my moisturizer. I have a feeling that I am kind of over doing it and so many of these products might not be necessary. I think I would love to find two or three products that would do the same thing as all the others I use. I’m afraid to get rid of one of them because that may be the most important one🤦🏼‍♀️, so I just keep adding.I’m not sure if you are familiar with a new product called one skinI saw an interview with the creators on Pen Smith‘s KZbin channel. I recognize everybody’s skin is different I’m 74 I don’t really have dry skin with my new one skin I’m finding my skin is reverting back to when I was much younger as far as not being dry, so now I have to try to revamp my regime. This sounds like something I’d like to add in. I’ve recently just purchased the Sukoyaka Suhada and I’m adding that in

[@MobilOasis]

I just reordered Secret Key (Rose) which I loved, and saw that the ingredients were changed, most notably, the 1st ingredient is now water instead of galactomyces. I am sending it back and ordering the Scinic. Thank you so much for your channel and information…. Priceless ❣️

[@WandaLeee]

Secrer key starting treatment essence doesn't contain dimethicone anymore but it still has arbutin, atleast in my newest bottle. The texture is kinda watery but atleast my skin absobs it very well and plumps it up. I'm soooooo happy I found it in my life and on my face 😊❤️!

[@RPBSpeaks]

I’m using it too and love it 🎉 I follow with the Isntree Bifida Ampoule and the condition of my skin has improved significantly ❤

[@tommyjohnson2279]

While I cannot afford the SKII, I can afford some of the dupes. I am looking forward to trying.

[@nelsonquinney2316]

Great Video Kelly

[@KellyDriscoll]

Thank you, always appreciate your support on my videos! ❤

[@rachaelquarrell5995]

Hi Kelly! Great timing on this video as I am looking at buying a galactomyces essence. I am curious as to your opinion on the Scinc Prestige First Treatment Essence & how it compares to the Son Reve, as the ingredients seem similar.

[@katkatkatz]

Don’t know if anyone will read it because it’s been a while but I loooove the Scinic Prestige essence and no one seems to be testing it/talking about it! I’m not even half way through my bottle but my skin has become so much more firm, supple, and soft (and it’s hard for me to notice big changes as my skin is in great shape in general). I am just so impressed. V curios as to how it compares to SK II and always trying to find reviews but no one is talking about it, just the OG Scinic essence which is now apparently quite watered down. I am planning to do a comparison with SK II at some point, when my wallet can handle it 😂

[@SweetTinglesASMR11]

I was very surprised to hear you talk about the scent; my SK11 doesn’t smell like anything whatsoever! My skin has never looked better since using it, I was shocked that it lived up to the hype. I am going to try the other mentions and see if I get the same results! Thanks for the video!

[@n3r0n3]

4 how I see it either u go SK2 or use other strategies: it's like ginseng, either u go Donginbi etc... or you leave ginseng alone. It's like truffle and mushrooms, both mushrooms but not the same thing. A u say most galactomyces toners contain b3, b5, arbutin, adenosine etc and are brightening because of that. There are many approaches to brightening and most of them are available to all budgets.

[@angelsakura]

I want to try the SK II treatment one day. For now I just use the affordable alternatives. Have you try the brand Numbuzin's No.3 toner and serum? Both of them contain Bifida Ferment Lysate and Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate :D I see a lot of Asian beauty channels rave about it

[@mierkablue]

as a budget option i have loved Mizon's Skin Power Original First Essence. 94.5% fermented galactomyces.

[@Alice-oe4kd]

Thank you for this great video. I have just been reading about galactomyces so this is so timely! I am a little concerned about your right hand. You are always applying the product to your left hand. I hope you are treating your right hand just as kindly 🙂

[@KellyDriscoll]

Lol these products get washed off in between takes, I doubt it makes a difference for my hands.

[@sifu_keiko]

Can you also make a review on numbuzin no.3 serum or the whole brand! They're very popular and I want to know your thoughts about this brand!

[@joy7367]

i really agree on the effects of the cosrx essence! it was my first galactomyces product and what i noticed when i first started using it was a skin that just seemed healthier and more easily hydrated, but nothing too in your face. but then i ran out and it felt like my skin was missing some very important assistance. also, although i know it's not a first essence, i really like using it like one. there's something about the gel texture that kind of disappears in your skin that works very well for me on slightly damp skin, and i feel like it's like it brings a structure for my skin to absorb the toner better, i can't really explain it

[@sabahatkhattak1084]

Please share how you use it

[@joy7367]

@@sabahatkhattak1084 i apply 2 pumps on my face after i wash it and pat it dry, and i use a watery toner (usually the make p:rem one) after, and then an essence /serums depending on the day and what i need and my moisturiser and sunscreen last

[@LoverZSouL]

The secret key essence changed formula and failed me from then on, it was once my holygrail essence.... The arbutin indeed brightened my skin better!

[@kendallstark4302]

Thanks for pointing out that plant extracts can potentially irritate sensitive skin. That Secret Key essence is definitely not for me, but their *rose* version caught my eye and so I bought it. On YesStyle there were two or three plant extracts on the ingredients list; however, when it arrived, there were none on the package itself. Weird, but now I'm more excited to try it. Will do that once my vitamin C serum runs out.

[@Valeria-me9je]

I have the same essence. Can I mix it with vitamin c?

[@susanmeredith4957]

I just started trying Secret Key. No big deal about no Niacinamide as I have the serum. I find Secret Key very hydrating.

[@kle706]

How do you feel bout the purito brand? Compared to the scinic? Rather than brightening. Im just looking mainly hydration, softening, repair, thin/layerable, and soothes/treats.

[@paulayarbrough6930]

When it comes to fermented products, how long after using will you know if it causes breakouts ? I don't have acne or acne prone skin, I'm just curious is all. I don't care about products that cause purging, TBH I get excited when a product causes purging lol I know its working.

[@Andrian415]

Have you tried Numbuzin No. 3 serum? A combination of Bifida Ferment Lysate and Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate Serum. Several KZbinrs praise this product.

[@scray00]

Andrian, what’s the difference between the two??

[@Andrian415]

Bifida Ferment Lysate is the active ingredient of the iconic Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Serum. On the other hand, Galactomyces Ferment Filtare is the active ingredient of the famous SK II toner. Both claim good for anti aging. So by using Numbuzin No.3 you can get the benefits of those famous skincare? 😀. Anyway, it’s said Numbuzin No.3 Skin Softening Serum.

[@scray00]

@@Andrian415 thanks 😊

[@brandip3335]

I'm a new subscriber and this is my reaction to the first product in this video. "I wonder what Kelly calls expensive." Clicks link in the description box. "Oh dear God!" I think I also called on The Virgin and a few saints.

[@scray00]

😂😂 right ?!?!

[@bslorbust]

SkII is worth its money in gold. MY Issue with the other brands are that they are constantly changing their formulation. Im looking at you Misscha

[@emilywood6830]

Omg, tell me about it! Missha changes are always a downgrade. We notice.

[@fanfox40]

Hi Kelly Can i ask would you use ur pad toner first then the first essence? 🥰

[@muskanjain9632]

thank you for this video

[@KellyDriscoll]

You're so welcome!

[@dianaragub-schwartz4416]

My SK II has lasted me years though. My first bottle, I bought it before the pandemic. I would use it constantly like 5 times in a week. I still have about 1/4 of it now.

[@blee8607]

Skin care products, after opening it, it should last usually for a year. After that it is not good anymore for use I think. A few years for an opening bottle? Iam not sure if it is a good idea to even put it on your face.

[@PsiChotic]

@@blee8607 I think you may be able to prolong longevity of products by keeping them in the fridge.

[@magpiesneedle2575]

@@blee8607 I would have to agree with the other person who replied to you. No one wants to play fast and loose with their skin care health. You’ve been fine, and that’s great, but you might just be lucky. I know it’s an expensive product and it hurts throwing any away. Also, check the expiry date given. It’s usually on the box and they usually get tossed. The website should also have information on it. The Ordinary does so I would hope SK II could afford to print an extra sentence in the description. As for me, I note the day I start a product and the day the brand advises as expiration. Just be careful ✌🏼

[@esme10e87]

I bought a try-me bottle of Key Secret, unfortunately it breaks me out everytime. It could be the plant extracts - thanks for highlighting this Kelly. I've been put-off to buy essences but now I will try Scinic First Treatment Essence! 😘

[@maryamlaushi9108]

Can you let me know how that goes? I think I tend to break out whenever I use ferments but would be good to know how you reacted to this as well

[@marowasam4065]

benton is also releasing a 99% galactomyces toner,i wonder how it will turn out.Anyways love your video

[@KellyDriscoll]

Oh wow sounds interesting! The essence they have now is ok but I'm interested to see what they do next!

[@ianpark2121]

benton always claims to have higher percentage, but i noticed more faster results with cosrx/cosdebaha at a lower percentage

[@angelinebiswas7611]

Turns out to have lavender oil 😣

[@user-cy3qd9vo7f]

Hello, I want to buy snail mucin and galactomyces both toner and essence from Benton. Which one to pick as essence and which one as toner please :) 🙏

[@maximilllians6774]

Have you tried the numbuz:n no.3 skin softening serum? It has has 42% bifida ferment lysate and 21% galactomyces ferment along with other good ingredients.

[@truedogwoman]

I use it. I love it.

[@Linallarii]

Have u tried the missha first treatment essence?

[@nataliemifflin1179]

Hey Kelly - a bit surprised you didn’t mention the Missha essence, this is been my go-to for a while and I know you talked about it in previous videos. Is this no longer a favourite of yours?

[@yooshairpin2538]

Rightttt I haven’t tried it but its a cult favorite I was actually waiting for that one to be mentioned 😭

[@Jl2damax]

It’s had so many reformulaciones though and a lot of people, myself included, believe the older, “stronger”, formulation was superior.

[@scray00]

@@Jl2damax I’ve read other comments saying the same thing. WHY OH WHY can’t companies just leave shit alone that’s not broken !! It drives me nuts !!

[@susu9129]

If galactomyces is a yeast does that not mean it will cause more malessezia folliculitis?

[@philwang2052]

Hi Kelly thanks for your video, As a Male who like to take care of their skin, also don't like to stack up all the products on my face. Do you recommend essence or Serum, lotion or cream?My skin is combination oily skin. Thanks

[@scray00]

Oily people can use any of those. You just need to get a thin toner or a thin essence. Oily people usually like the gel type moisturizers over a thick cream. She always shows the textures of all the products she talks about. Just my two cents 🙂

[@Carolina432]

Should we use these twice a day? I usually do my essences at night since my skin is so oily.

[@scray00]

Some of these are thin like water. I have the secret key rose one very watery. I had the cosrx one (just finished it) and that one is more like a gel texture. I have normal skin, but I would say watch the video and pick a light one. She shows all the textures of them. 😊

[@kimberlymiller704]

Why does hylauronic acid make some people break out tho

[@queencara]

What happened to the Missha First Treatment Essence? 🤔 I really like that one, brightened my skin significantly.

[@KellyDriscoll]

It doesn't contain the galactomyces strain of yeast ferment so it doesn't technically fit this video topic. I haven't tried the 5x tweaked version but still love the 4x!

[@queencara]

Ohhh hahaha. I always just lumped all of them into the same category 🤣 I might have to try the Scinic in that case...for "research" purposes...

[@bslorbust]

They changed their formula and its terrible now

[@bslorbust]

They changed their formulations 15 times. Its pretty much garbage now

[@truedogwoman]

What do you think of the original scinic essence compared to the scinic prestige essence? Looks like the prestige one has bifida combined with it. I'm thinking of purchasing the scinic prestige one over the original.

[@katkatkatz]

Don’t know if anyone will read it because it’s been a while but I loooove the Scinic Prestige essence and no one seems to be testing it/talking about it! I’m not even half way through my bottle but my skin has become so much more firm, supple, and soft (and it’s hard for me to notice big changes as my skin is in great shape in general). I am just so impressed. V curios as to how it compares to SK II and always trying to find reviews but no one is talking about it, just the OG Scinic essence which is now apparently quite watered down. I am planning to do a comparison with SK II at some point, when my wallet can handle it 😂

[@truedogwoman]

@@katkatkatz I read it ;) Thank you for the response.

[@kemsari9969]

I tried a few Galactomyces products and it actually did nothing for my skin at all. I tried 5 or 6 ones because EVERY beauty-youtuber raves about it, but with my skin??? No improvement at all over months.... I am very fair and my skin is normal and for me Niacinamide is working way better.

[@Labrexa]

🐝

[@maggie_n_ms]

I usually put my vitamin c on first right after cleansing since it is a low PH....should a first essence go before that? This is something that confuses me which is why I don't use a first essence.

[@JanKowalski-pc9kt]

Just use vit c first after cleansing, wait 15 -20 minutes , then put other essences , serums….

[@maggie_n_ms]

@@JanKowalski-pc9kt That is what I have been doing except the 15-20 minutes I don't always have time to go more than 5 while I get my coffee!

[@kendallstark4302]

Maggie, that's what I've done in the past. First my vitamin C serum and then a toner or essence. I just want that antioxidant to go on directly in order to get all the benefits 💖

[@JanKowalski-pc9kt]

@@kendallstark4302 yes, that’s why I do it that way too. I wait 15 minutes ( brush my teeth, do the bedroom ) to let the low pH of c serum stay longer ( when you put immediately something after c serum the pH goes up). People always asked my why I do it. In the night routine In the nights when I want repair my lipid barrier I also put my face oil FIRST , and then I put some barrier cream. It’s definetely more Effective way- if you put toner , water serum or any moisturizer first the water part In it simply blocks oil you put afterwards on your skin… it just can’t build In correctly in your skin , just lay on the top of that water…

[@scray00]

Maggie, I think you just have to wait for that to soak in. My vit c is a very watery texture so it sinks right in. Now tretinoin you need to take the 20 min. She does always say that a first essence preps your skin to receive and help the next product you put on penetrate better. So I would just try both for a month at a time and see what happens. I put mine on bare skin, just like my tretinoin. Just my thoughts 🙂

[@lucrecevonkasm]

Thank you so much for this. I love Galactomyces but because of Covid and brexit I have found them more difficult to get hold of cheaply. I was really saddened that the Missha was reformulated for the worse yet again. 😞 Have you tried any other and especially in mist form please? Kindest regards, stay well and take care. 💙🙏🏻🕊🌞

[@magpiesneedle2575]

I think she has a video on mists but I don’t know what kind/s as I haven’t watched it yet. Go to her home page and search mists, or on regular search put in her name and mists.

[@bslorbust]

I hate Misscha and their reformulations

[@niharikatiwari8959]

whichi one to get purito vs cosrx galactomyesis for senstive dry skin if want to try and layering with ampoules wana know ?😍 for beginner ?

[@KellyDriscoll]

Maybe cosrx just because the texture is easier to use, with purito that slight oil feel might be difficult if you are just getting started with layering skincare. Both are good products!

[@niharikatiwari8959]

@@KellyDriscoll thank you 😊

[@Glowy_Skincare]

Are those fermented products safe for my acne prone skin? Someone knowledgeable please tell me!!!

[@mahbtiu]

If you look up, there are sources out there that say fermented ingredients are not acne prone friendly for some people, not much less for those who are prone to fungal acne.

[@HereDiianas]

Hi I have acne prone skin ( not fungal acne thought) which is extremely sensitive ( alcohol, perfume, essential oil, rose water, witch hazel.....) but my skin looooves it. But anybody can be allergic to anything...

[@Glowy_Skincare]

@@HereDiianas Thanks 😊

[@Glowy_Skincare]

@@mahbtiu Thanks😊

[@muskanjain9632]

which is more hydrating scinic one oe cosrx

[@marioshu6129]

Cosrx!

[@scray00]

The cosrx one is like a gel instead of watery.

[@magpiesneedle2575]

@@marioshu6129 have you used both? I’ve been using COSRX and was thinking about trying out something different from this video.

[@marioshu6129]

@@magpiesneedle2575 Yes, I have. Scinic is really on the dry-ish side, quickly absorbing and meant to prep the skin for further steps in your routine, while COSRX is a mix of toner-serum-essence that has a thicker consistency than simple water (like Scinic) and way more hydrating.

[@StunningTransformations]

Is it safe to use a galactomere serum with red light?

[@KellyDriscoll]

Yes!

[@jenni4809]

What about the mixsoon galactomyces ferment? It says it’s 100% extract

[@KellyDriscoll]

I haven't tried that one so I can't speak to quality but it's not going to be 100% pure galacomyces but a 100% compound extract with galactomyces, water and preservatives. It's kind of confusing but Korean labeling laws are actually phasing out this kind of marketing!

[@jenni4809]

@@KellyDriscoll thank you that’s good to know

[@bunnniel]

aww no purito galacto niacin 97 :c

[@Iwillprblyneverpostagain]

I'm the 100th view😂

[@KellyDriscoll]

😂💕

[@maryamlaushi9108]

Am I the only person sensitive to fermented ingredients?

[@aliehsayamac3014]

hi ms kelly loved your vidds, im from philippines..please notice me...huhuhu...

[@ty-le5lv]

5% niacinamide irritates my skin. Be careful

[@minutesofskincare399]

I saw a serum from Ma:nyo which includes galactomyces and vitamins, I wonder what it's like. I've used some Galac. products but they made my skin oilier so I gave up 🥲

[@KellyDriscoll]

I really want to try that line soon!

[@Iron_Sea]

I have this Manyo Galacto Niacin Essence and I love it so much! It's lightweight, like water, soaks in so fast, leaves no sticky feeling. It's hydrating, no moisture. But what's important is that my skin is looking so good, so healthy. Brightening effect - definitely. Sebum control - absolutely. Very satisfying product. And good and short ingredient list. If I could choose just two serums it will be Manyo Galacto Niacin and RNW Ceramide serum. My holy grails.

[@minutesofskincare399]

@@Iron_Sea I tried it but wasn't satisfied, there is also a new version of it, have you tried it?

[@Iron_Sea]

@@minutesofskincare399 I think I have the newest version, 2.0

[@minutesofskincare399]

@@Iron_Sea I'll try it again then 👀