Collection | Korean Makeup & Skincare

[@LittleAmyHe]

The deadliest thing about Asian cosmetics are the adorable packaging o-o

[@cldcollector]

I have quite a few Korean and Japanese beauty products myself. Sometimes I question whether or not I buy them because they're great products or because I'm just really attracted to the packaging. Maybe a little bit of both!

[@WeekendsWithG]

cldcollector Hahaha, definitely both!

[@WeekendsWithG]

Cute & Deadly.

[@MsHaydenc1]

I use tons of Korean products and I absolutely love. I have been using their products for years for my skin care. I love Laneige, which is my main skincare product. I don't tend to use the makeup as my complexion is deep and the makeup products are marketed for light complexion.

[@WeekendsWithG]

Base products are definitely limited in skintone but there's still lots to play with with other colour makeup like lippies, blushers and eyeshadow though. I do love how much fun variety there is even in the more affordable price points.

[@MsHaydenc1]

That is true. I picked up a lot of eyeliners, lippies and a few shadows when I visited Seoul last year and I am really liking them especially the Clio and Etude House. The Clio liquid liners are one of my favorites because the never move when you apply them. They stay on for my twelve hour workday:)!

[@WeekendsWithG]

yes! the clio seems to be a popular one, I haven't gotten around to trying it out yet.

[@bluepotato9071]

like always, love your videos, they are never boring.

[@WeekendsWithG]

Glad you enjoy them Blue Potato! (pssst. I love your name)

[@carrotline.h.l]

I always love your videos. You deliver the audience so much information about the products and I love the fact that you try to reply to all our comments:) xoxo

[@WeekendsWithG]

My pleasure Caroline, really happy to be able to share this little corner of the interweb with you.

[@zkmarija]

I love watching your videos, always

[@WeekendsWithG]

Thank you!

[@jamjam72822]

I am completely in love with Korean cosmetics and basically all of my skincare & makeup products are Korean. I'd really recommend the Holika Holika Aqua Petit Jelly BB for you, since it's water-based it dries to a matte finish and I think it would be good for your combo skin. Love all your reviews~ they're so in depth and informative! More people need to review products like you ^-^

[@WeekendsWithG]

Thanks Jamie~ I've actually tried the HH BB but didn't care for it too much, the dry down was just too powdery for my liking. Although I do have combination skin, I tend to prefer a satin or even glowy finish.

[@jamjam72822]

Oh, okay then. Have you tried any BB cushions/cushion foundations?? It would be really great if there was a review on one, as in depth as yours ^^

[@WeekendsWithG]

jamienguyen728 I haven't tried them YET but I've got my eye on a few that are currently in my ebay basket. Going to finish up a some of current base products and then CC/BB Cushions!

[@anothersujufan]

Very tempted to try the Laneige line!

[@WeekendsWithG]

anothersujufan It's still one of my favourites!

[@papiliohelenus]

I could watch non stop korean cosmetics reviews :)

[@TheBeautyOwl]

I love the water supreme foundation! ! I had a sample a long time ago and its amazing

[@WeekendsWithG]

Aaaaaah, yey! I haven't opened it yet but now I'm even more excited :D

[@KawaiiLaLuna]

I've been on the fence about the Mizon oh shy! foundation. I have oily t-zone but dry on the rest. I'll be waiting for your review on it before I order one for myself. I'm a sucker for packaging and the brand Shara Shara really caught my eyes,but I have very sensitive skin so I'm a little scared to try it. I also love the brand Benton for skincare and have been using it for almost 3 months now. Thank you for sharing Bunny,please do a video on your Japanese makeup & skincare collection. xoxo

[@WeekendsWithG]

Shara shara seems to be a newer brand on the market but growing fast, I've spotted quite a few of their items online already. Adorable packaging for sure!

[@foxglovesandwildflowers]

After reading your review on the Mizon Snail Repair Ampoule months ago I was so intrigued by it I've just bought the all in one cream and ampoule :) so excited for it :)

[@WeekendsWithG]

do let me know how that goes! I didn't try the cream because of the mineral oil content and I break out easily with that in my skincare but i did find the ampoule to be very comfortable and soothing. You're a brave one though, many people wouldn't been too keen with snail products lol Have an awesome day Jeni!

[@foxglovesandwildflowers]

PBunnieP :) I will, I love trying new things out no matter how weird! Have a great day too! :)

[@leslieelizabeth3024]

The Skin Food Vita Mist is supposed to give your skin extra vitamins and help supplement your skin. I have an Essence spray (toner replacement) and I LOVE it, it sprays the same as the vita mist, and feels great (You use it after you wash your face before other products, some sprays you can use over your makeup if your feeling dry) I also use the A'Pieu CC cream! I love it~. It leaves my skin moist all~ day, the only down side is the concealer is a bit to coloured for me.(Hell'a pale =P)

[@Healerzme]

I wanted to share my finds on Laneige at Target stores in the US. The line is not very extensive in stores or online and is only in select stores (check the website for where they are carried first.) They do carry some greatest hits. The White Plus Renew is now called "Bright Renew." They only carry the Emulsion, Night Cream, Serum, and SPF. They also carry the Sleeping Mask. They carry most the basic cleansers, basic toners, and some of the Water Bank line. BB Cushion is the only available make up. Even though it is limited, I'm so happy to finally try the products you have recommended. I stocked up on all the Bright Renew products, the Deep Pore Cleansing Foam, Power Essential combination/oily toner, and Sleeping Mask. The products did come completely sealed and seemed like fresh product. Thank you so much for the recommendations!

[@Healerzme]

www.target.com/s?searchTerm=laneige&category=0%7CAll%7Cmatchallpartial%7Call+categories&lnk=snav_sbox_laneige This is the link to Laneige products at US Target stores.

[@WeekendsWithG]

Thanks for sharing this! We don't it in our Target yet but it seems they have a decent range in the States. I believe the BB Cushion actually has more shades in the US than they do in Asia and is a bit cheaper too.

[@papiliohelenus]

I also like your voice and accent. it sounds very nice and relaxed.

[@purplecow8705ify]

I've been wanting to try those baking powder face scrub things since the first video u talked about them!! I think I'm definitely going to have try them out, they look so cute haha :)

[@WeekendsWithG]

Definitely a great concept, does what it's supposed to do and isn't too expensive. Just make sure you don't accidentally get any in your mouth, it's not very tastey :P

[@honeybee519]

I really could have used that water sleep pack over winter! I really want to get into more of the skin care side of Korean beauty but there are soooo many brands & products to choose from. Your videos have been extremely helpful tho ^_^

[@WeekendsWithG]

One face cream at a time! Divide and conquer lol.

[@redladybug9180]

Another great video :) how do you decide what shade of foundation you are? do you need to go into a makeup store? what korean products would you recommend for very dry sensitive skin>?

[@WeekendsWithG]

Online swatches from other people do tend to help a lot when I'm shopping without being able to test in stores (esp when buying Asian products). For the most part I've tried out enough brands to have a general idea of what shade I would be but if you have the opportunity to do so, going into a makeup store and trying it on in person does help. My top recommendation for Asian products for very dry skin would be the Japanese Hadalabo series (which I believe now released a version in ULTA in the though I'm not 100% sure it's the same version as the Asia release) which is a winter favourite. It's unscented and very gentle along with being hydrating. Many of the "popular" Korean beauty products do tend to be highly fragranced but something like the Klairs brand might be worth a shot, I have sampled a few of their moist collection products though not in the full sizes. (Read more about them on Wishtrend.) Thanks for stopping by!

[@jlhl3530]

I'm always so happy when i see your video pop up in my subscriptions list! what your thoughts on retin-a / any type of retinoid products for keeping skin looking nice? my dermatologist prescribed me it about 2 yrs ago and have been using it ever since (first was for acne) and when i see new pdts you are showing i always have an urge to stop my current skin care routine and try new things!

[@Sabby19981]

Sometimes the skin becomes addicted to retin-a, and when it it is not being used anymore, the skin will break out. So if you have been using retin-a for 2 years, there is a chance this may happen to you

[@jlhl3530]

Sabby19981 yes thats totally true but i do have an aunt whose close to 70 and has been using it for 15 years and her skin looks AMAZING for her age. on top of that my dermatologist herself swears by retin-a so i'm really torn whether to stop it and go try out new things!

[@WeekendsWithG]

No expert here myself but from experience I do remember using Retin-A and/or glycolic products (those usually marketed towards anti-aging) for acne care as it helps to decongest the skin. it does work but I try not to rely on them soley and do switch it up once in a while. I'll take a break for a while then go back but I don't use it long term. One thing i do find is that it can make skin a little more irritable and sensitive. As a whole though, having the Clarisonic in my life has made a huge improvement to the overall look of my skin.

[@Flurpleify]

Your voice is so soothing haha! Lovely video :)

[@WeekendsWithG]

Thank you!

[@marisakirei684]

I love the packaging of the Holika Holika powder, this plastic thing inside is so practical, helps keep the puff and the product itself clean :) I haven't tried too many Korean products, so far I can recommend Dr G Hydra Intensive BB Cream, it's great for combination skin. What about Japanese skincare? I'd love to see a video on all Japanese producst you have now or have tried. I'm in love with the SK II treatment mask and want to get the essence so badly :)

[@WeekendsWithG]

Hi Marisa, I actually don't have much Japanese products in comparison so I probably won't do a Japanese collection video.

[@cldcollector]

I still love my Etude House Precious Mineral BB Cream in Bright Fit. I don't think you're a big fan of that one, but I have like Holika Holika Luminous Silk too, so I usually choose between those two when it comes to BB creams. I also really like this product by Skinfood called Lime Secret Glam Glow. I'm not exactly sure what its original purpose is supposed to be, but I like to mix it with either a BB cream or foundation to make it lighter or slightly more glowy. The only other products I can think of off the top of my head are the Etude House Cookie Blushers. I have way too many of those, but my favorites are Blueberry Pie and Grapefruit Jelly. They're just really pretty and unique shades. Great video! I see several products I'd like to pick up when I have the chance. =)

[@WeekendsWithG]

oooo I have a few in my ebay basket but never quite got around to them because I was unsure of the pigmentation and smoothness, any thoughts?

[@cldcollector]

PBunnieP They're not very pigmented, but being extremely pale, I guess I kind of like that.

[@chauminh]

Thank you for the video, I use The Face Shop products; which are the eye mask (raspberry), the lovely me ex eyeshadow (singular) and VOLCANIC CLAY BLACK HEAD HEATING GEL MASK I just started to use.

[@WeekendsWithG]

I've been eyeing a few of those products too! Their singular shadows looked adorable. how do you like the colour payoff?

[@chauminh]

PBunnieP HI there, sorry for late reply, I'm happy with the colour pay off. Just as long as I use an eye shadow base, light beige eye shadow and then apply colour eye shadow ·

[@dannyleeds1132]

Brilliant video !!! As always ! Can you recommend a product that works in the same way as Cure Aqua gel but maybe better ? Thanks x

[@WeekendsWithG]

Hi Daniel, I'm not sure about working better per say as I haven't tried the Cure Aqua Gel myself though I've heard much about it but there is a product called the Mannan Peeling Gel (from B&C brand / Japan) that seems to work in a similar way. I have it myself and it's a watery gel that balls up when massaged on dry skin. I'm not too familiar with gommage products or peeling gels, much more of a physical exfoliator type of person.

[@phoebella]

Hi. I see that you like laniege products alot. You should try their bb cushion compact . I'm on my 2nd compact and loved it dearly :)

[@WeekendsWithG]

Oooo yes! It's on my wishlist on ebay :)

[@ChitChatBFF]

excellent video!

[@wonderlesshaze]

Tony Moly has a new product called bcdation. Its suppose to be a combination of bb cream, cc cream and foundation together. Since some people say that bb cream has a thicker consistency and fuller coverage than cc cream, cc cream is thinner and has less coverage. Has anyone tried this yet? Since there is no reviews on it yet...

[@WeekendsWithG]

Yes, I've heard about this one! Seen it from their facebook page and then from a few sellers on ebay but haven't tried it myself. From the Asian products I've used thus far, I do generally feel that CC creams are more moist and has less coverage and usually has more of a glowy finish.

[@amixdeuxkpthluvr92]

Your face makeup looks gorgeous in this video! I'd be very interested in a review video of that tony moly bb cream :)

[@WeekendsWithG]

Thank you Meg! Are you talking about the Holika Holika Luminous Silk BB Cream? (in the pink tube?) I didn't show any Tony Moly products in here I don't think.

[@amixdeuxkpthluvr92]

PBunnieP It says in the description that that's what you were wearing, and since it looks so good I wanted to know if you'd review it :)

[@WeekendsWithG]

Meg McCrary Oh the one I'm wearing, yes! I'm not a huge fan of it as the colour goes a tinge grey on my skin in real life...something just looks a little "off" when I put it on. I tried to correct it a little with some powder / blush but it's far from a favourite. on the flip side, it does have great coverage and smell lovely but that's really about all I have to say about it I'm afraid.

[@amixdeuxkpthluvr92]

PBunnieP Alright, thank you so much! I'll take all of that into consideration then :)

[@thelazysushi]

Hey!! first of all...I'm a new subbie :) next, can you please do a brand review, and especially on Laneige? Thankyou!

[@WeekendsWithG]

Tiny Nguyen Welcome to my little chunk of the blogosphere! My experience with Laneige products is actually pretty limited (mainly because they are hard to get a hold of), I've tried a few skincare and base products and that's it. I'll keep that i mind when I have more experience with the brand :)

[@RossWinchester]

I've always wanted to try the Laneige skincare products but I'm sensitive to dimetichone, can you tell me if and which of the prouct you own have it in their inci? Between the skincare products I've tried so fare my favorites are the TonyMoly Intense Care Dual Effect Sleeping pack, Honey Appletox and the Etude House Collagen Mostful Cream, as for makeup I love the natural look so I'm into jelly tints, my current on is the TonyMoly Water Jelly tint in pomegranade

[@WeekendsWithG]

I dont have the full ingredients lists for the Laneige products unfortunately but I believe they likely all contain dimithicone as it is an extremely popular ingredient. I do like the Tony Moly Pack as well! Great stuff and definitely makes a difference.

[@CaptainKalashar]

I wish this had been made before I made my last order, I was on the fence about getting the snail BB lolol Have you reviewed it? I'd love to hear your thoughts! :3

[@WeekendsWithG]

Yes i have :D I've just updated links in the downbar of the video. Mizon Snail Repair BB Cream.

[@zoppitybop]

That Tiare cream by The Saem is apparently impossible to get a hold of. I've looked everywhere :/

[@WeekendsWithG]

Mine is from W2Beauty not sure if they still stock it but have a look :)

[@Nitirii]

Can you recommend any good korean skincare for pore cleaning / pore tightening? :)

[@WeekendsWithG]

I haven't used that many Korena products specifically for that but I've heard many people like the Etude Wonder Pore line of products, it's formulated specifically for pore issues.

[@wildpat24]

how to find those bb creams i want one for pale skin mix-oily ..any suggestion

[@WeekendsWithG]

Holika Holika Aqua Petite Jelly is quite pale and has a powdery finish, might be worth checking out.

[@flyinghippos92]

i found the mizon cc cream way too dry, enhanced dry flakes and had a super strong white cast

[@WeekendsWithG]

Really? That's odd, of the few times I've used it so far it seemed quite moist (at least on my skin) but I did use it in conjunction with the spray so not sure if that made a difference. I've seen Mizon put out 2 more CC Creams, one in a hot pink tube and another in a white/cartoon tube...not sure how different they are though.

[@janegnoix1359]

Are you Korean? just want to know

[@WeekendsWithG]

No I'm not, just very interested in Korean products.

[@janegnoix1359]

oh okay i just wanted to know that's all it's nothing personal haha

[@janegnoix1359]

oh yeah what are you? it would be nice to know.

[@bekimtl367]

You have such an awesome collection! Which brand(s) do you like the most? I just started my channel, I hope you can stop by and check it out! :) Thanks so much!

[@WeekendsWithG]

I'm a sucker for Etude house products because they release new things so frequently and it's always something different and interesting either in concept or colours or packaging!

[@LANEIGE_US]

Love the video - you look great! Thanks for the shout out - we are glad to be here in the U.S., exclusively through Target. Come visit us on Facebook (facebook.com/Laneige.USA) and Twitter (twitter.com/LANEIGEUS). P.S. we're running a great giveaway on Facebook, selecting new winners every week.