Ranking The Best + Worst K-Beauty Brands. Innisfree, Purito, Laneige ✖ James Welsh

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Heyyyyyy,
So, as requested, today i'll be ranking the best and worst K-Beauty brands on the market!
Is Laneige worth the hype? Is Some By Mi's Miracle toner actually a miracle? And is Glow recipe all show and no results?
No, No and No!
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[@raygin6581]

2:33 some by mi 3:40 cosrx 💚 4:28 primera 4:30 neogen 5:15 dear klairs 💚 6:33 innisfree 7:41 purito 9:54 im from 10:53 sioris 11:49 banila co 12:42 tony moly 13:47 by wishtrend 14:55 laneige 15:59 glow recipe 19:47 benton 20:14 missha 21:22 pyunkang yul 21:27 rovectin 22:15 e nature 💚 23:06 son & park 23:53 sulwhasoo

[@rameentauseef]

Thank youuu!!😍😍😍😍

[@whorainzone96]

God bless

[@KatWrangler]

Thank you! I have really bad eyesight and I am having trouble seeing which brands he is speaking about.

[@iulia4685]

Thank you!

[@spookyscarlet]

Thankyou I was trying to keep up with the brand names

[@azumichoskincare2445]

GET ON MY FACE 3:40 cosrx 5:15 dear klairs 15:59 glow recipe 22:15 e nature S'NICE 2:33 some by mi 4:30 neogen 7:41 purito 21:27 rovectin

[@foredimples529]

❤❤❤❤

[@adcdac9799]

Thanksss

[@marooon9814]

Yesss thank you!

[@mayookhin3421]

Thankyou! ❤️

[@Angelica_Rodriguez39]

Oh my god you are an angel thank you

[@MsSportychic11]

I would love to see a “if all my skincare was stole, what would I purchase first and why”

[@kristacates9064]

Cool idea!!

[@MensGroomingAdvice]

That's an awesome idea. Be difficult to choose, but I know I can't live without The Ordinary AHA/BHA peel and the COSRX Good Morning Low pH Cleanser so they would be top of my list!

[@MsSportychic11]

Mine would be the youth to the people cleanser because it’s the first face wash that left my skin feeling clean but not dry or squeaky. The biossance cleaning oil because makeup. The biossance retinol because it doesn’t feel heavy. And the summer Friday vitamin C serum because I want to try it so bad I love vitamin C and niacinamide so have them in one just seems easier! Then some moiturizer idk what but something. And the Paula’s choice spf lightweight one

[@skye387]

This question made me realize that I'm not sure what things are considered as skin-care products. Would face wash count? If it does, that's what I'd buy first because my place has lots of pollutants. Otherwise...sunscreen? Since nowadays they're pretty much moisturising also (and I'm not even talking about moisturizer that has SPF). My skin is good with a lot of brands so I don't care as much about it but currently I'd choose hadalabo because they're affordable and fragrance-free.

[@MsSportychic11]

@@skye387 I include face wash because I feel like I wouldn’t be caring for my skin if I didn’t cleanse it

[@moonflowersenna]

YAYYY i loveddd this version so much. WE WANT A PART 2 including iUNIK, Beauty of Joseon, Isntree, Heimish, RNW, Etude house (soon jung line)!

[@pamelamilanes9041]

Yes please

[@codydrew1955]

Yes!!!!

[@codydrew1955]

Don't forget nacific

[@lindseyk27]

HaruHaru too please!

[@pooja350]

@@lindseyk27 omg omg yes! I'm getting the black rice toner, it's like a discount SK II Pitera Essence

[@bunnietech]

“there’s so many brands we’d be here forever if I was to go through them all” ....🤔 I don’t see the problem here. I have forever.

[@DumiNihi]

😂😂 same

[@pamelamilanes9041]

Me too

[@sallylydon397]

Hahaha and me!

[@user-rc4hk1pj4m]

Same, when it's about skincare or hair I got time lmao

[@sophia6812]

I feel like cos rx was one of the few brands that had a great 2020 their formulators are geniuses!!

[@dd8645]

Really? I always thought they fell off since they stared to rebrand cause we don't hear about them as much as we use to. Maybe i need to try one of their new products.

[@anangfilya4200]

@@dd8645 yeah i feel it too

[@majakofoed3721]

sophia What products do you like?

[@pypsysday8237]

I had put off trying the snail mucin line. I wish i hadn't held out so song. I absolutely love Advanced snail 96! Hydrating and glow getting for sure. Annd a + no snails are harmed. I love cos rx

[@sophia6812]

​@@majakofoed3721 Propolis ampoule, galactomeces essence, snail mucin essence, blackhead power liquid are my favs! the calming foam cleanser and intensive hylauranic cream are good but not great in my opinion

[@thesecondkate]

imagine looking this glowy and flawless in 4K quality 👁👄👁 my skin could neVER

[@AnkitDasture]

Yes....unnatural is the new beauty

[@thechich869]

When he said "vIATaMin dRoPs" I died

[@sluttymctits4496]

It actually made me cringe because that's exactly how I say it 😩 Like, "Oh my god, is that what I sound like?"

[@artemis7632]

5:57 😆

[@SaraAshley116]

@@sluttymctits4496me too!

[@SaraAshley116]

I know!!!!!

[@user-kh5fr8gq4d]

When he said ‘vitamin drops’ with an american accent 💀

[@Li-zy2xx]

I screamed pls

[@bazli83]

is there an inside joke here, please share XD

[@morgansalmon3115]

I made the ugliest noise from laughing so hard 😂

[@xPreCiOUsBaBi07x]

I just died I’ve replayed it several times

[@angie4now438]

Being an American, I loved it. 😆

[@purpleenchilada]

“S’ Nice” 🤣 I don’t know why but that cracks me up

[@JaayKaay2]

cause that’s exactly how he says it

[@AngelaSmith_1970]

Should be MERCH with this 🤣😉🙌🏽 “S’nice 🥴”

[@billyjean3118]

That’s Borat 😂

[@misssldazzle2]

Love that you specified that these brands are the most commercially well known k-beauty brands overseas! I feel like a lot people misunderstand that the k-beauty brands that are successfully marketed here aren’t necessarily what’s commercially well-known in Korea while there is overlap!

[@marconemeth9683]

Insane! I’ve watched a korean youtuber talking about how most of these brands are literally unknown in Korea.

[@tabithacollins9657]

@@marconemeth9683 they 100% are well known there. Walk into any busy area and you will see maaaany shops selling most of these. They are definitely well known, but they aren’t that often used by actual koreans. Some of them are, but there are better products by far than what is being marketed and sold overseas.

[@Andrew-hr6bu]

@@tabithacollins9657 which Korean brands would be better that I can order online for sensitive skin from usa?

[@whatdebbiedidnext]

When I left Korea I brought SO many of my favourites home, literally stuffed my suitcases. They’ve finally ran out and buying them here is painful! They’re so pricey in comparison to how cheap they are in Korea. Totally agree with like all of this!! I do feel like most Korean brands have like an iconic product/product line and they kind of focus on that. Clean it zero is my holy grail (but yeah the only product I use from them!). Innis free products are so lovely, but don’t actually do much! I miss K beauty so much!

[@Crystalbomb321]

You should try the Heimish cleansing balm, it is much more effective than clean it zero n has better ingredients.

[@priscmoi3382]

@@Crystalbomb321 Keeping that advice for when I'm done with my Soon Jung cleanser!

[@marconemeth9683]

It makes sense to focus on 1-2 iconic products as they’re relatively small, indie brands. Larger brands can afford and have the infrastructure, capacity, expertise having multiple lines with dozens of products. In the west Korean products are treated as higher end. Maybe they wouldn’t be even popular if they were cheaper. There’s this racist/xenophobic attitude here that everything cheap from Asia is a gimmick or ineffective, plasticky.

[@whatdebbiedidnext]

They’re actually HUGE brands. Korea doesn’t do that many small indie brands. Like most of these brands have a store on every corner or are stocked at Olive Young etc that are on every corner: a lot of indie stuff is kind of forced out.

[@whatdebbiedidnext]

I’ve tried it! I do like it, but I just prefer the Banila co! I’ve been on the hunt for a comparable balm for ages so I’ve tried many 😭 I do quite like the Elemis one but it’s so expensive and highly fragranced.

[@lyana9urlz]

Uploaded 2 minutes ago... Its 2AM and here I am watching while putting on sheet mask, feeling boujie

[@Hundredacredaycare]

🤣🤣

[@Cookie-mv5gt]

"Perfection doesn't exist." As he sitting here glowing 🥺😍

[@TehJarce]

I'm actually curious what you think about Etude House, Belif, Dr. Jart+ and Mamonde.

[@deskaalianto147]

Alsoo skin1004 and nacific

[@sairosulook]

I was waiting for dewytree too!

[@debbieroymusic738]

Even I was waiting for Krave beauty, it's an amazing brand

[@fabiolas.mattei3090]

Yess! And also Beauty of Joseon.

[@debbieroymusic738]

Also Isntree, Goodal

[@aelh123]

“Perfection. DOESNT EXIST” ✨💅🏼 Yes honey 🍯

[@cyntheknitter9927]

"Once you threaten one of us, you threaten all if us". Love that energy💜💜💜

[@enakshi8729]

Loving the Camera Quality 😍😍😍 and the new intro!!! (Yes,perfection doesn't exist)

[@HannahSmith95]

today I learned that innisfree and isntree are two different brands

[@toffee4ever641]

That was me after I read the comment in hyram’s video after thinking that i heard him saying innisfree twice, however had put them in the opposite spectrum from each other. So confusing!!

[@kaixinsoh]

*GET ON MY FACE* 3:40 cosrx 5:15 dear klairs 15:59 glow recipe 22:15 e nature *S'NICE* 2:33 some by mi 4:30 neogen 7:41 purito 21:27 rovectin *Meh* 6:33 innisfree 9:54 im from 10:53 sioris 11:49 banila co 20:14 missha *Donate / Give Away* 12:42 tony moly 13:47 by wishtrend 14:55 laneige 19:47 benton 23:06 son & park *Push Off A Cliff* - none - *Haven't Used* 4:28 primera 21:22 pyunkang yul 23:53 sulwhasoo

[@jaswindertoor6629]

as a 54 year old who has for the first time lost her way with her skincare - all my google searches for skincare now start with James Welsh - THANK YOU - you're amazing with the content you provide.

[@elventuresuk]

I creased when your voice squeaked😂 'you all hate me and think I'm ugly' hahaha stop it man you beautiful

[@TshepoMohasoane]

You should definitely try Pyunkang Yul especially their Essence Toner. They have some gems in their line.

[@priscmoi3382]

Gonna keep that advice for a later haul!

[@tremolo2109]

I just ordered that essence toner, I'm so excited to try it!

[@spillinda]

i agree! just discovered them and love almost every product i tried! i think james would like them too, to me theyre like the cerave of korean skincare (but cruelty free and better formulations imo)

[@max10e30]

@@priscmoi3382 The essence has a like an oil texture when you first apply it but gets absorbed into your skin line an essence/toner. A bit difficult to explain but I would put a little bit first and layer more if you need more.

[@angeladavies898]

I love the essence toner!

[@juliannafelkoski9507]

Could you do this with J-beauty too? Would love to hear your perspective on Shiseido, Kitao, etc.

[@mokeyhorsefish]

I had severe acne and I changed my entire routine to Pyunkang Yul (cleanser, essence toner, moisture ampoule, moisture cream and sunscreen) and I swear it literally saved my face. I have no more bumps on my face, just some acne scars that I am still treating with cerave's resurfacing retinol every 3 days and naturium's niacinamide everyday. 😊 You should really try Pyunkang Yul, they deserve so much love!

[@ghenyh2013]

I didnt know pyunkang yul has a sunscreen! How is it? I just started using the moisture cream yesterday and currently looking for a great sunscreen especially for an oily skin. I got breakouts bcs of innisfree sunscreen😥

[@Werner362993155]

Hey, great to hear! Do you use an physical/chemical exfoliator ?

[@mokeyhorsefish]

@@Werner362993155 when I wrote the comment more than 1 month ago, I didn't. But now I started using Somebymi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Truecica Clear Pad 😁 I researched for weeks for this product and it honestly doesn't break me out at all. Very gentle product. You should consider it 😊😊😊

[@scray00]

The man that makes this is a giant in the field of skin problems, like dermatitis and eczema, in Korea He has an oriental medicine clinic and makes all the products with minimal but effective ingredients. I love this line, especially when my skin is not happy.

[@Werner362993155]

@@mokeyhorsefish Thank you for you answer, i will check it!! (:

[@Ndhusbbfe]

Honestly, I live in Korea, and half of the brands I see on westerners KZbin mentioning when talking about Kbeaty I have literally NEVER seen or heard of here locally 😅

[@nastiushha]

And what brands are popular nowadays in korea ?

[@Ndhusbbfe]

@@nastiushha I honestly don't know what is popular, people usually use those what fit their skin, there is no really just one that is so famous and everywhere. However, I did notice that in stores that sell various skincare there is more and more vegan skincare nowadays which is great!

[@nastiushha]

@@Ndhusbbfe yeah that's great ! Thank you :)

[@user-xc8vn7hj4f]

lmao das sad bro

[@deecal4104]

Give us your recommendations 🙏🏼💜

[@elin_]

I've never tried Rovectin, but the name sounds like a hemorrhoid cream 😂

[@helenkrekhtunova2289]

It's amazing, I love it, they have really great lha serum.

[@msk-qp6fn]

I don't know why but when I first heard Rovectin I thought of cabbages. Don't ask me why lmao

[@laltlanchhungiralte778]

I laughed so hard reading this 🤣

[@scray00]

😂😂😂😂

[@elin_]

@@laltlanchhungiralte778 Haha, that's what it sounded like in my ears 😁

[@menoukoen1759]

I personally really like Iunik for my sensitive skin, my skin seems to be calmed down and not stripped

[@MissCvT1984]

Yes, the cleansing oil and serums are great.

[@blueavokado4586]

Their tea tree serum is amazing. Dont like the snail serum tho :/ kinda meh

[@menoukoen1759]

@@blueavokado4586 oeh I really enjoy using that serum, altho I have to say that it doesn’t do wonders for me

[@francescatibaldi4205]

I bought the serum trial kit and I love the propoli vitamin C one!!! The tea one doesn't really work for me cause I don't have redness or acne, only combo and a bit sensitive skin. But the rose one is a big NO. Too oily even for my dry cheeks 😔 My next must buy is the oil cleanser, is it good?

[@qayyim3299]

I really like their moisturizer. It is very gentle and good for my skin. Their tea tree serum and propolis also work wonders. It calm and sooth my skin. Except innisfree. Fuck innisfree. Their blueberry cleanser dry my skin and cause my skin to flake.

[@N_A_A]

The Laniege blue tub sleeping mask is amazing for my skin, it goes on and disappears as a moisturizer. Tbh, the glow recipe watermelon sleeping mask and laniege blue sleeping mask are my go to winter moisturizers. They are both awesome

[@Angelica_Rodriguez39]

I love that one too. It's a shame it didn't work for him -- it does wonders for my skin, adds such a nice glow

[@riasyatulaulia2635]

Same, the moisturise essence and all of their sleeping mask series is my holy grail

[@jillymac0613]

Does James really believe in “the worst K beauty?” Lol

[@sa.w.s.3070]

I asked myself the same question when I saw the red box 😂

[@XXthelivingdead]

Cosrx will always be one of my holy grails. That good morning cleanser is 100% my favourite cleanser ever.

[@AJ-zu4uf]

Ikr! I always end up going back to that cleanser! Fucking love it!

[@Andrew-hr6bu]

What from cosrx is good for sensitive skin?

[@amethystarry]

Pyunkang Yul is such an underrated brand! Their toner is like £6 and honestly is the BEST skincare product I've ever used- just takes every other product that you put on after it to a whole other level of hydration and glooowww✨

[@justaznyce]

Innisfree is kind of like LUSH Cosmetics with the recycling pots. I think that’s so cool👌🏽

[@No1elseislikeme]

Major K-beauty enthusiast here and I really enjoyed this video! I found James’ rankings interesting. I heartily agree with his ranking of Cosrx. I love that brand!! I wish though that he maybe would have ranked Mamonde, Skinfood, Dr. Jart, Belief, Dewytree, A’Pieu and It’s Skin. Maybe do a part 2, James? And. It is just me or is James wearing a Blackpink t-shirt?!

[@mayastoop9291]

pretty much my assessment of K-beauty. I would add the iUnik because I love the beta-glucan serum, their centella line.

[@annalouiseplease]

Saaaaaame except I just started experimenting with the I'm From line and would rank it a little higher to S'nice for now, My next K Beauty haul I want to introduce iUnik as I've heard a lot of great thing about their Centella line.

[@Andrew-hr6bu]

@@annalouiseplease what would you recommend from iunik for sensitive skin?

[@natsl3049]

Punkyang yul is definitely get on my face ❤️

[@rakairi]

YESSSS!!! literally my favourite for toner and moisturiser

[@labrava8125]

I love the way you say purito, it reminds me of burritos.

[@pamelahill507]

My subtitles actually kept saying burrito!

[@eveningstar8581]

@@pamelahill507 omg LOLLL

[@purpleenchilada]

I’m addicted to the CosRx pimple patches. So good

[@mikanchan322]

Do they really work well??

[@rhodniajohnson1731]

love them!!

[@purpleenchilada]

@@mikanchan322 yes! They make big pimples go down and less red

[@Bulsebub]

Purito did offer refunds on everyone that bought it after June, they did also do another test where it was 28 spf.

[@Lulu-xl5cm]

They did? I haven't heard anything, only if it's bought directly from them I guess? 28 is decent enough in the winter I think :D

[@michaelgarciaa._]

How do you get a refund??

[@rubyhua8352]

No they have not released their own test result yet. The 28spf is the result from the Korean Institute of Dermatological Sciences( Mrs. Insuk Ahn), not the brand.

[@natashagladwell2748]

I saw a post that said you had to email the company you purchased it from by 31st Dec 2020. I emailed Stylevana on 30th! Still haven't heard anything back 😐

[@Anyone._.]

Just the other day I rediscovered and re- fell in love with the Hada Labo SPF.😍 It was the first Asian sunscreen I ever got and it was off of your recommendation!! Don't love that it's in a pot, but it feels like water on the skin and it'sso moisturising!! Absolutely adore in winter!😍😍😍

[@DumiNihi]

Does it have a whitecast?

[@annabr9986]

@@DumiNihi I would say no. It’s a white cream so you can see some white, but it disappears as it’s absorbing and after a few minutes you don’t see anything. I really loved how it feels on my skin, but it started pilling like crazy within the first hour after applying it and I couldn’t figure out why 🥺

[@Anyone._.]

I agree. It's white going on but once you pat it into the skin it doesn't have any cast. In terms of pilling, I've personally never had any problems with it pilling and I use A LOT haha Could it be another product you're using underneath?

[@annabr9986]

@@Anyone._. I tried applying it right after cleansing without even a toner and it still pilled. Not as much as with other products but still a lot 😒 I’m pretty sad about it, because I really liked it

[@allforpeace9908]

@@annabr9986 maybe try applying it over a light moisturiser. I use a face moisturizer that doesn't pile when I put it over retinol cream + Cosrx advance Snail mucin cream. But when in the morning I apply it after washing my face with water. It piles a little. It's so weird. My sister who uses the same moisturizer doesn't have that problem.

[@midtownbrownstyle321]

I actually gasped when you said you haven’t tried Pyunkang Yul. So good. Also, I would have put I’m From on the top tier, but we have different skin types. I’m really dry and so many of their lines work great for me. I haven’t tried much glow recipe because the price is high, but I think the Dew Drops may finally make me pull out my wallet.

[@Jiminphoria]

may i ask what your fave skincare products you've tried for dry skin? I have super dry skin and am struggling to find good products.

[@midtownbrownstyle321]

@@Jiminphoria I’m From Rice Toner, Stratia Liquid Gold, I’m From Honey mask, Dear Klairs “Rich Moist” products. I buy most of these on Wishtrend.

[@mocha8683]

did u try benton? idk why but i seem to love their products but i havent tried any yet so yesh, i also have dry skin so would u recommend them or not? and do u know a nice cleanser for dry skin?

[@weirdoisntevenclose]

Benton bee and snail essence is really good and makes you glowey af

[@lizremelius5879]

When you said “ViTaMiNs” in the full-snark American accent I just about spat out my drink at the accuracy. 😂

[@Fudge-p7w]

Omg the laneige cica sleeping mask saved my life this winter! Skincare truly is personal!

[@anki9710]

Same!

[@reneeanthony9048]

When you do these videos, can you add the brand names in the description box? It was hard for me to know what brand you were talking about sometimes and the picture were too small to figure it out. I love Kbeauty also and want to check some of them out but didn't catch all of the names. TYIA

[@deecal4104]

I don’t imagine you liking AmorePacific but that’s how I fell into Korean skincare before it was “Kbeauty” some 20yrs ago and it was life-changing ✨ Wondering your thoughts. They are also an umbrella company for so many more popular brands (i.e., Sulwhasoo, Laneige, Mamonde, Etude House (SoonJung line is bomb - so soothing), Primera, Innisfree, Illiyoon)

[@kellishere]

Would love a review on Peach and Lily products, especially since they’re dropping a vitamin c serum soon!

[@nusrattamanna7339]

I'm in love with Purito products, specially Centella range, even if I have dry skin it suits me very well. And I saw Olive Young brand is so popular inside korea, I hope they will launch their products globally.

[@crissyanderson6495]

I love the Purito unscented buffet serum! So hydrating and calming to the skin!

[@pixsiedoll2341]

Can you try pyunkang Yul and see if you like it. Thanks

[@yakuhane8636]

The some by mi pimple patches are so good. Prefer them over the Cosrx ones

[@bakasmosh]

Pyunkang Yul is the definition of no bullshit skincare. Their moisture cream has been my moisturiser for almost a year (one jar lasts for almost 6 months). I'm now testing out their sunscreen after the Purrito disappointment. Let's see how that turns out. The formula so far is amazing tho 👌

[@niknursyahida6789]

Hi may I know is the moisturizer suitable for day use? I have combi skin prone to oily and currently I'm searching for day moisturizer

[@bakasmosh]

@@niknursyahida6789 Hey! I use it daily and I would definitely recommend it. My skin also often used to get oily but it hasn't gotten worst. The cream's texture is a bit on the heavier side when you touch it but on the skin it feels very light and cool. After the application it leaves my skin hydrated but not matte or shiny. I would say totally give it a try if it sounds like it's for you!

[@MensGroomingAdvice]

COSRX is what originally got me started on the Korean skincare journey and I've never looked back. That said, I prefer their earlier ranges and not been so blown away by the new lines. I finally tried their Snail Muchin Essence and OMG why has it taken me this long to find - it's amazing. Another awesome video James, thanks.

[@natsl3049]

My darling James you need to try Beauty of Joseon ❤️

[@marconemeth9683]

I have their repair and calm serums 😍

[@EzraSprouts]

Their calming serum is *chef's kiss*

[@swapskj4569]

I have Combination skin and Laneige works perfectly for me. It makes my skin hydrated than Glow Recipe or Tatcha

[@AshleyLamora]

You are the epitome of perfection! I love cosrx. Your skin journey is incredible

[@infearitrust4183]

LISTEN... I LOVE DRAGON FRUIT SO MUCH! I have found that the ones I try in Australia are a lot more plain compared to the ones I get in China - which are super sweet and a lil crunchy (not just from the seeds!). Love this video! Was fun trying to guess the tiers haha

[@kennykat885]

You should review a brand called Beauty of Joseon. They've gotten pretty popular lately and their serums or very nice.

[@pumpkinpurrs1]

I love to just sit back and listen to him speak about all these brands in great depth! He’s so knowledgeable and it definitely helps me feel out the thousands of brands out there lol!

[@dd8645]

I mean, dear klairs literally did the same thing as purito, it just went over everyone’s head. If anything their response was worse

[@idontwannabemelol140]

Wait what did dear klairs do ? I am living under a rock

[@shellbell4136]

Keep Cool too

[@gen1130]

@@idontwannabemelol140 same sunscreen problem as Purito

[@YanderyCho]

James! I loved this video! I would say the last three brands that you haven’t used you should totally give them a chance. Would love a review for each of brands. Also thank you for talking about the Purito and Keep Cool Scandal. I’ll be waiting for a full video where you further address the issues with each of the sunscreens. Looking forward to your next video.

[@brookedavenport7147]

I’m surprised Isntree isn’t on here. It’s one of my favorite K Beauty brands ever.

[@Andrew-hr6bu]

What do you recommend from them for sensitive skin?

[@M0rbidCuriositea]

Love this ranking. I would love to try some of the items you mentioned. --Small suggestion for next time - can you put the names of the brands on the photos you move around? It would be super helpful! Love you!

[@briiiiiielle]

The worse reaction I’ve had to products ever was with Glow Recipe... I’m really disappointed because the package and formulations look so great but I cannot bring myself to do that to my skin again

[@suzannevanpuffelen3603]

Same! My skin is still recovering from it.

[@elenan1217]

I even didn’t try because I hate fragrances in skincare (going to watch Hyram 😂)

[@briiiiiielle]

@@elenan1217 definitely was before Hyram taught me about fragrance sensitivity 😅🙏🏻 grateful for him

[@morganbaldwinmiller]

Yup, too much fragrance AND I have a random skin allergy licorice root extract, which they've put in many of their formulas. That blueberry bounce cleanser was quite possibly the worst skincare product I've ever tried. I'd rather use a clean and clear face wash lmao

[@mattieshepherd1078]

I didn't have a negative reaction but it was just meh for me for the price. I think the only thing I'll repurchase is the watermelon overnight mask. It is adorable packaging & smells so good but it just didn't do a lot for me.

[@once861]

i love learning about skin care whilst also enjoying the lowkey kpop instrumentals in the bg with james' channel☺️☺️

[@belerinah]

"Ok now we have Purito.. Let's let's let's..." I know right, let me take a sip of my tea

[@nadja_s]

I LOVE AND ADORE all my Cosrx, D'Alba, Benton, and Pyunkang Yul products (+ Banila cleaning balm and Tony Moly 24k line). I have acne-prone, oily/dry combination skin and these brands have helped me so so so much in restoring my skin and just keeps the skin incredible soft, glowy, and hydrated.

[@hoxhaj52]

who else noticed the background music from Stayc - Bad 😍✨

[@niahelmee6890]

i noticed it on the first video he used this song 😂

[@mikanchan322]

That song is so good! Taste.

[@angelanelson1827]

I am in love with Glow Recipe. I’m a 55-year-old with very oily skin that also is starting to get fine lines. I resisted this brand because I thought it was for teenagers but received the watermelon toner in a subscription box and fell in love. Now I am buying pieces that I want to try with the blueberry bounce cleanser and the papaya cleansing balm the next two purchases

[@somaroy]

Innisfree has product lines in Korea that are way better than what they offer internationally. The Blueberry products are so nice! Wish it was easier to find

[@AlessandraLioness]

A Sunday evening with a video from James is a great evening. 💖❤️🥰🥰

[@pshyeahtischelsea]

Missha’s products have way too much fragrance for me. I’m not completely anti-fragrance but their products give me a headache.

[@celinepraveeni2706]

THIS IS IT! IVE WAITED FOR THIS FOR A 1000 YEARS! THANK YOU JAMES

[@tamarinddigges9474]

I don't think I've ever heard some pronounce Tony Moly like that, it's so cute 😄

[@MaggieFrett]

James, try Pyunkang yul essence. You can layer 7 or more times and it doesn’t feel sticky. It is hydrating, soothing and it has helped me with dryness caused by Tretinoin. I use it under their serum and then follow by their Ato cream. I have dry skin, but I still think that you will like their essence.

[@SarahMcc97]

James, you should definitely try more Pyunkang Yul products! They are in my top 3 favorite skincare brands. I am a Korean skincare junkie too haha. Their toner is my favorite! It's even more hydrating than Klairs' Supple toner and I never have had the urge to try any other toner because it's just so perfect, and I usually like to experiment!

[@cynthiabannon6801]

JAMES!! I think some of us need like a skincare 101 course. I’m sure I’m not the only one confused with all the different terms, like actives, AHA, BHA, etc... I know some ingredients don’t mix well together but I can’t recall them. Anyway, would absolutely LOVE a basic course on skincare and the ingredients we should look for or avoid. LOVE YOU AND YOUR CHANNEL 🖤

[@user-rc4hk1pj4m]

Ugh Cosrx is my favorite brand as well, even the chemical exfoliants are so gentle on my skin. Could you please make an updated video about your favorite Cosrx products? I'm on Adapalene and my skin is literally peeling and burning so I'd love to try a very gentle and effective product

[@justaznyce]

I just love, love love James’ accent❤️❤️❤️When he pronounced vitamin C & innovative. I absolutely melt. He can talk my ears off and I wouldn’t care😂I LOVE HIM💙💙💙

[@TimelordessTardis]

Hellllooo James !! Yasssss you are everywhere !! Your head is wonderful 🤣Loving the TikToks ...not just for the kids! Sundayyyyy is here!!💜🤗🖤

[@hellogoodbritt]

Hi James! This was such a wonderful video. Like you, I was put off by Glow Recipe for several years, but now you've piqued my interest! I have used several Pyunkang Kul products, and they are better than I expected them to be! Their Moisture Cream has a simple formula that has been just right for the winter. Also, the Balancing Gel is unlike anything I've felt before.

[@Fifje]

A big yessss to the new intro 😍

[@megancorwin290]

I love Missha. Beautiful price and function. The estee dupe, beautiful packaging. The makeup is also beautiful. Just so well rounded. As an old lady the foundation just sits on me beautifully!

[@megancorwin290]

Glow recipe pills on me but I’ll give something else a try.

[@danmckeever6922]

I’d be curious to hear your thoughts on the Etude House Air Therapy Sheet Masks. They’re Korean Beauty as well

[@Pacidy123]

I really do love Benton ... Maybe you could give them another try... I love that the products i have, have a pump and are fragrance free... i don't mind a bit fragrane, but it is uncessesary for me. Especially the Snail bee line is working fantastic for me. Not K-Beauty, but i also dicovered the Ofra Kollagen Serum for me and really loved that one ...

[@Clarytee217]

Caroline's live was so funny 😂 She is hilarious!

[@itshoneybii]

loved doing this video theme. happy to see you do a korean skincare version!

[@jamier9851]

*Sighssss* it's okayyyyy so excited to watch this one💜💜

[@LinneaPetisme]

omg finalliy noticing the loona lightstick in the background i KNEW i wasn't tripping when i realised your old intro music was girl front

[@giladddable]

I miss the old intro :( sometimes hair even when you never mention it :(

[@katerinarose880]

Sometimes hair has been relocated to the twin channel. 😂

[@rhodniajohnson1731]

I do too!!

[@rhodniajohnson1731]

Loved this video! Always love hearing your view point on skincare! A part two of this video would be good on other K-beauty brands. There are a lot!

[@apersonnamedkai817]

I’ve been using the Benton Deep Green Tea serum and it’s amazing for my dry sensitive skin

[@kategray6634]

Omg, glow recipe have to try, your skin is glowing xx

[@katiem.6135]

Lmao the sudden "vitamin drops" in nasal American accent had me dying 😂

[@amnamustafa2942]

I'm in love with the I'm From Rice Mask. Idk what it is about it, but it really smooths out the small bumps on my forehead and super hydrates my horribly dry skin. I started with their Rice Toner (heard about it from your channel) and it really hydrated my dry skin. Even though you don't personally like their Rice Mask, it really helps me out, and I wouldn't have found it without you/your channel, so thank you so much!

[@ashbury4308]

We stan a man who mid-video says hi to floof. 🥰

[@RedPanda79]

I brought Some by Mi 30 Day Miracle Cream based off a past video. It worked great for me as a person over 40 with acne and super oily skin. I was scared it would bleach (very dark brown) my skin but it didn't. Now waiting for my second order

[@sonjaeckmann5991]

My brain can’t handle mirrored James 🤪

[@theresaadams7074]

Loved loved loved this video!!! Korean skincare can be a little overwhelming since you can lose hours (literally) on the YesStyle app. Thanks for sharing all that info!!

[@ibp4480]

Me sitting here hoping that my skincare routine doesn't end up in the orange/red spectrum 😄 I'm all about K-beauty now

[@Mgaillenak]

SAME! 🤣

[@karenshahwan6612]

You are so much fun! This is the first video for me. I loved it!