The Most POPULAR K-Beauty Toners: My Thoughts!

[@tinksspixiedust]

Those of us with shellfish allergies probably shouldn’t use snail mucin. I won’t consider trying it ever since I learned about that correlation. I’m very allergic to all forms of salicylates, including the plant substances from which they’re made like willow bark. People with aspirin intolerance probably shouldn’t use BHAs, some chemical (aka organic) sunscreens, or some mineral (physical) sunscreens many of which contain salicylates. I’ve been looking for a spray to refresh my skin when it starts getting dry. The Laneige product in a spray bottle and the Dr. Ceuracle bottle that I think is what you held up gave me the idea to put the Kombucha essence in a spray bottle to try as my refresher. Thanks!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Great points!! Yeah we tend to see cross-reactivity with some allergens. Pinning this!

[@kilala3978]

Im have shellfish allergies and use the cosrx snail mucin products just fine. Didnt know there was a correlation. Oops

[@melindaperez-watts3330]

Woohoo Toners!!! I love your perspective on skincare so super excited for this! I GREATLY APPRECIATE your honest info! Yes, Anua's 77 Toner is Wonderful!❤

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

It really is 😃💕

[@connie6410]

I'd love it if you do this style of video for other skin care categories. Always really appreciate your thoughts and opinions!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Great to hear! It was really fun to do 😁

[@mandywong1408]

Ditto.

[@winn_i]

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[@johnsskincarereviews]

Love love love anua! Congrats on the sponsorship!! just cracked open my bottle of the heartleaf soothing toner and i am loving it!! I also rather enjoy the dokdo toner as a simple hydrating product, as i rarely use potent chemical exfoliant products nowadays. Laniege reformulated the cream skin to add a "cera-peptide" ingredient and apparently the texture has become lighter/changed in some way according to an influencer I watch. I'm not sure when / if itll be released on the kbeauty sites.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you! I was sooo excited to see their email in my inbox 🥲😁 Sounds interesting. I figure I’ll probably get around to trying it (though I might grab the travel size to start haha)

[@jiang84]

oh my god! finally someone speak the truth of all 50 fermented ingredients about No. 3 toner! I had high hope but reacted so badly for this toner - all red bumps/patches and itchy! Couldn't figure it out initially until I had to travel for a week without this toner, my skin is back to normal

[@doutoratosta]

I LOVE the Anua toner. Bought it on a whim a year ago and I already miss it. (Also, your makeup looks so lovely!)

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you! ☺️

[@bloodybarbi]

I absolutely love the Numbuzin n3. It's a shame you got an allergic reaction. It really delivers.

[@stevierysie]

I am going to try that Anua toner next. Sounds wonderful.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

It really is, they sent me more of their stuff as well so i can’t wait to get to testing it!

[@stevierysie]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole I can’t wait!

[@nuggets2116]

@@stevierysiedid u like if

[@UKmusic1000]

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, ANUA 77% heartleaf toner.

[@zzzellda]

I love your style! I’m obsessed with the all black, choker and headband combo.. so cute!!

[@Kendralovesskincare]

I ordered a bunch of spray tops and added them to my favorite watery toners, including the ANUA one and I love it EVEN MORE... IF that's possible!! I love ANUA more and more the more I try from them!!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oh wow thats such a smart solution! No need to buy the whole bottle 🤯🤯 Did you find them on Amazon?

[@Kendralovesskincare]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole yes! I can send you the link 😁 I'm also anal and funny like not SEEING the product in the original bottle. It didn't work for ALL obviously, but the ones I got did fit a majority of my toner bottles.

[@AislinSidhe]

@@Kendralovesskincare I'd love to know which spray tops you found! Nothing beats a good spray of a chilled toner in the summer!

[@Kendralovesskincare]

@@AislinSidhe ohh good! I didn't think it would let me share the link here for some reason!!

[@Kendralovesskincare]

@@AislinSidhe I knew it would disappear... Hold on I will look up what they were called

[@samcs1453]

The Numbuzin Toner worked for me. I love using it. Sorry that your skin had a reaction to it.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thanks for sharing! Yeah it seems it works really well for those who can use it (I’m a little jealous haha! 😆)

[@paulayarbrough6930]

My favorite toner is PC Skin Recovery Toner ❤ It's milky, soothing and 💯 completely absorbs....no stickiness, no residue, no heaviness. I will never go without. I've tried quite a few toners and nothing compares to it.

[@mandywong1408]

I've been wondering why am I always experiencing stickiness.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thanks for sharing!! 🥰

[@elacampusano7341]

What brand do you mean by PC?

[@paulayarbrough6930]

@@elacampusano7341 PAULA'S CHOICE

[@paulayarbrough6930]

​@@AliceintheRabbitHoleI think I'll give the Anua a try. I love toners/essences. It's so easy to incorporate into your skin care routine. I'll admit it though....I'm picky about texture lol I don't like anything sticky or heavy.

[@쏨쏨한하루]

Love the anua toner It really works for acne! I’ve used it for 3-4 bottles!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thanks for sharing ☺️

[@violetaya4002]

Does it remove acne ??

[@rf4evermyL]

@@violetaya4002 no it just hydrate, soothe ur redness, kinda things like that. It’s not an active toner like bha so can’t remove acne

[@andytorres7757]

​@@rf4evermyLit must not have to be bha so that a product remove acne...

[@masonjeq4261]

So technically I understand hydrating vs. moisturizing, but I categorize "moisturizing" products into two categories (which I think of as moisturizing vs. occlusive). Products I consider "moisturizing" are ones that sink into the skin and make it feel replenished while products I consider "occlusive" act as a barrier almost on top of the skin. Originally I thought of this as the impact of a product being more lightweight, but Laneige Cream Skin was the first product to make me understand that this wasn't the case in terms of my personal perception. Cream Skin is clearly not a heavy moisturizer, but as soon as I put it on it acts as a barrier and nothing will get through. My skin doesn't feel replenished in a meaningful way, it just feels like it "locks" things in, almost like a really bad chapstick. I ended up using it as a body product since I didn't like its effect anywhere in my routine as even using it before a moisturizer felt like I was messing with the moisturizer's ability to absorb in a comfortable manner. Conversely when I use the Kombucha essence, I get the effect I wanted from a last step essence without feeling like I was blocking serums from working effectively. The interesting thing was that understanding this difference helped me a lot in finding products I liked to use on my skin and how I felt comfortable layering products. I do wonder what the feeling is caused by, possibly molecule size of the "moisturizing" ingredient?

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Yep I very much understand, and that’s exactly why it took me so long to get the hang of it. It looks lightly moisturizing, but feels bizarrely occlusive on!

[@mandywong1408]

Wowza! Just love reading this comment. I hope Alice covers these two different types of categories when she does more videos like this. In addition, I also would like to hear Alice add more toners to the list ... like where would she place it in relation to this app favorite's list. I hope this makes sense. Needless to say, I prefer Alice's opinion over the app she is referring to 😊

[@Justine1215]

I used to use the leniege toner for years but now I opt for the purito silky oat toner. The formulas are very similar but purito is way more affordable.

[@mandywong1408]

Have you tried other Purito products?

[@Justine1215]

@@mandywong1408 I’m currently testing the Purito B5 Rebarrier Cream at the moment, but those are the only two products I’ve tried so far.

[@mandywong1408]

@@Justine1215 I feel like that is a very nice light barrier cream for a combo person like me. I tried the Centella Unscented Recovery Cream and the Centella Green Level Eye Cream; both broke me out. However, I found that it did help post retinol days. In the winter, I plan to try the Dermide Balancing Barrier Balm & Deep Sea Pure Water Cream. I think Imma try to get that oat toner.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Purito has been winning me over more and more, sounds like I need to try that one!

[@looov9733]

wow numbuzin no.3 toner and no.6 serum has been my holy grail and it helped my skin so much! So sad that you got a reaction from it😭😭 You should def try out the no.6 serum! I don't think that one has any ingredients that people would have allergic reaction to!

[@sirtsupirtsu]

Numbuzin no 3 toner - I struggled so bad trying to finish this toner. The scent was very strong... I did not have any allergic reaction. But I can see why you might get it with this Product. Huge ingredient list + fragrance - perfect combo for allergy.

[@elysem8347]

Definitely need a video on the top essences and serums! I feel like the basics (i.e. face wash, toner, moisturizer) people tend to find ones they love and stick with (even if they occasionally try something new 🤭) but I for one am always trying new things in the “optional” steps and am interested in hearing more about the more popular ones.❤

[@hhueter]

love the lotr reference. I think laneige is switching to a new formula. They also made the toner version refillable which is nice. I've not really noticed a difference on using the reformulation. I have dryer skin, I just use it as the toner step. Sometimes i'll use the mist version i still have as a moisturizer refresher.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

That’s great to hear. My worry with reformulations is whether they will be an upgrade or…the dreaded downgrade. This sounds promising!

[@lachimolalalachimolala8646]

Anua toner IS A BIG YES perfect if you have pimples, redness and open pores

[@keroro_hi]

How long for your results?

[@amyamy8177]

Would you consider doing a review on RNW? i think they have some interesting sounnding serums other than the barrier one you already like :) Als i like this style of video - i think it compliments your usual in depth reveiws of whole lines to focus on one type of product :D

[@plurpsleeper13]

Yes!! Alice - would love to see you try their 4-terpineol serum!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Yes, I would definitely consider that! I started buying By Wishtrend for August, but RNW could be perfect for September? (Typing this out has me wondering where this year is going, oh my 😳)

[@mandywong1408]

Yay for Wishtrend!

[@christined.7292]

Yay!! Toners are my favorite part of my routine. 😊

[@407Maddi]

You did a great job of pronouncing Hwahae (화해 = Hwah Hey)! I’m biracial Korean and Caucasian 😊 I love your reviews (style, tone, format, etc.) So happy to have found a fellow Floridian. Much love from Seoul, Korea, Alice! ❤

[@squigglethepiglol]

Love this makeup look! Especially the lip colour

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you! That is probably my favorite lipstick at the moment, got it from the Sephora rewards bazaar! 👀

[@SandiTink]

What a great idea to use cream toners or essences as refreshers! I struggle to fit them in, but now I won’t. Thank you!

[@estellawong365]

Hi Alice, I agree with the Laneige cream skin toner just my last step before applying to moisturizer. It replenish the occlusion moisture which dry skin needs. 😊

[@xingxing85]

Thank you so much for your honesty in your product reviews unlike other korean influencers who are just out there to promote products to make profit. I really like that you mentioned about the allergy with snail mucin which was exactly what happened to me and cause me to break out all over my face despite all the hype around this product. I would love to try anua toner after watching this review and keep the good videos coming!

[@kr59137]

I was disappointed I couldn't use the Numbuz:n #3 toner on my face. I was able to repurpose it and use it on my body. I love it for body, it definitely makes my skin glow.

[@neyisek6928]

Same. I've used on some days no problem, others it stings. I've had it about 3 weeks and decided to start using on arms and chest. Don't know if I'll notice anything or to be honest what to watch for. I too dislike the smell.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

That’s the resolution I had as well!

[@nicolelouis8968]

Me too, I never break out but so disappointed, this tptally irritates my skin. I 'm not sure why and have never had a reaction like this.

[@jojo_909]

I'm using the Numbuzin toner now, so far so good but I really hate the smell! Ive also noticed that it pills especially if I try to layer it, but for some reason I haven't seen many others mention this problem. I dont think I would repurchase it. I prefer more watery essences. Have you ever tried the Secret Key essence?

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Yup I wasn’t too mad in the end as I also hated the smell (it smelled exactly like my grandmother’s house, so…odd). Still jealous of peoples results though, as mine were horrendous LOL! I have! I enjoyed it and finished it but it’s a product I probably wouldn’t repurchase. I prefer the Neogen micro ferment essence or the IOPE bio conditioning essence for mid-range fermented essences (and sk-II lived up to its hype for me, tragically. My poor bank account RIP 🪦)

[@yukiaditya7352]

Dont you think it smells like Rose Geranium essential oil? I kinda hate the smell too, too strong in the first one minute, dissipated quicly though.

[@jojo_909]

​@@yukiaditya7352 Ya it's that typical rancid citrus scent in a lot of products. I think it stinks terribly but maybe some consumers still like it 🤷‍♀

[@nicolebernardino9698]

Great Video! I too am sensitive to the ingredients in Numbuzin 3 but LOVED LOVED LOVED the glow. What toner would be comparable to this one that may work better for sensitive skin types?

[@robertamandab7932]

I would love a video explaining sleep mask and what are the most hydrating options available if you feel like that would be of your interest. Love your channel and the way you explain things ❤

[@reesea7988]

I’ve been dying to try the ANUA heartleaf toner 😢 but I just have so many I’ve just bought on a whim I have to finish first 😭

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I can relate! 😭

[@nataliefontanetta7891]

Thank you for bringing up the allergy issue with the snail mucin! I am allergic to arganine kinase (found in shellfish and this product). I wanted to try it to badly but after researching the ingredients i knew it wasn’t worth the risk.

[@rimarimulkaaa6131]

Just wondering why I can’t find Anua brand on Stylevana and Yesstyle? I was going to buy toner you recommended but couldn’t find🤔

[@Emmazz1412]

Please review green tea, propolis, snail, ginseng /herb based toners/essences that are suitable for acne-prone skin...Thank you

[@gabrielfigs]

I choked on my tea with the LOTR reference lol

[@mjmj0828]

The laneige cream skin "with ceramide and peptides" is the recently reformulated version, which can be found in Olive Young Global. I assume the prior version being sold at other Asian Beauty retailers is going to be taken down soon.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you! Ooh ceramides and peptides, it does sound like an upgrade

[@SheReaDelSol]

Love a sponsored queen ❤️

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

🥰🥰

[@wiLdsToRm12]

I’m currently using 4 different Korean toners. I use the Round Lab Dokdo Toner or Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner for when I need to calm and hydrate my skin in between using toners with actives, the Numbuzin No. 5 and Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA Miracle Toner since I don’t like to over-sensitize my skin 😊 I have mature, sensitive, acne-prone, dry/oily combination skin with hyperpigmentation and contact dermatitis. My routine helps avoiding any flare ups! Love Korean skincare so much! Too bad I had only started using skincare a year ago 😔 For far too long, I was only a face-wash-moisturizer-sunscreen person 😅 By the way, I learned Calligraphy in both my Catholic grade school and Christian high school in the Philippines, too! Being the artsy and crafty type, I enjoyed it! I’m 42 now and like to incorporate Calligraphy in gifting and decorating and other artsy things 😊

[@enoral5799]

This anua toner did absolutely nothing for my acne prone skin… I finished a whole bottle, neither sooting nor hydrating 😢 I usually love heart leaf

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

So sorry to hear!

[@Emmazz1412]

Maybe you can go for green tea or propolis toners that have both hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties

[@amyamy8177]

oh yeah when i used laneige i used it as a 'pre-moisturizer' so i would do my routine and just put it one before moisturizer sort of like how some use an oil under a moisturizer. Personaly it is the most hydrating product i have ever tried

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Have you tried the round lab soybean toner? That feels as if it’s in the same “moisturizing toners” category, but a bit more lightweight

[@amyamy8177]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole that might be a good candidate :D last i checked it wasn't available where i live (when you did the review) but i just checked and it is now available

[@noneofurbusiness5223]

Yes, please explore categories.

[@heathersargent289]

I found the laneige cream skin at marshals tonight for 19$ the Neogen essence, iope stem 3 essence and serum and abunch of skinfix I got the 360 eye cream and the vanilla Koparie body wash with the pump the cream skin and sheets ..lol I found on clearance for 18$ . I went looking for the Pat McGrath pallets from the v day release but didn't find them but did find abunch of good skincare . They had abunch of cosrx, Neogen, tony moly, algenist and other good stuff. I didn't know much about the iope stem 3 so I didn't get it but I'm checking it out and may go back in the morning. They had abunch of the cosrx snail cream in the jars O abunch of Mizon creams too the snail and the purple jar I noticed and super cheap.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

You found IOPE at Marshall’s!? 😳 do you remember the price? Aw you are heavily tempting me to do the drive to mine (and it’s a drive with where I live 😭 lol) I love that body wash too, it smells so divine

[@heathersargent289]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole 26$ for the iope stuff. I was suprised to see it there even though I found the bio redox essence from them like a month or 2 ago for 20$ .

[@deborah972]

Hi Alice, wow your video was fantastic ❤❤ xx

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@curryisgood6103]

I tried all of them accept the cosrx one because i already own a specific AHA toner. I am currently testing to find one or two everyday toners that I like. Anua is ok but nothing special to me, dokdo is really nice, hydrates but lightweight and sinks right in with leaving you hydrated but not sticky or anything. Will keep using it. Lastly also bought the numbuzin 3 toner and did not like it at all first try. Did not expect the fermented scent. I did not touch it for around 1,5 months and started testing it again today together with the numbuzin serum no 3 since I wanna see how they do used together. Smell is something I can get used to if it improves my skin, so far no allergic reaction. Laneige was a long time ago, defintitely more hydrating and not something I would use during the day (oily senstive skin) but otherwise good toner, essence. Will try to update here after a while.

[@edmarkd]

I'm super curious about adding heartleaf into my routine! Have you tried the abib heartleaf calming toner skin booster? Wonder how it would compare to the anua.

[@estellawong365]

I love the Abib heartleaf booster as it also calms my skin down during irritated state 😊

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Abib’s is nice also! I might prefer the Anua as I see more from panthenol for my skin than HA (anua=panthenol, Abib=HA), but both are good heartleaf options ☺️

[@estellawong365]

Thank you Alice for the Anua toner as I am hardly using Panthenol as ingredient to calm down irritation. I might get it after I finish my Abib booster.. 😉

[@annavieste7208]

Love the number 3 toner ( I have dry sensitive skin ) zero problems

[@kevinjanghj]

I actually love Round Lab toners if not for the fact that I take eons to go through them!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

This is SO true. Even my mini size is taking forever (likely because the mini is the size of a full size western toner LOL)

[@kevinjanghj]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole the mini sizes in Korean cosmetics sizing is like 100 TO 120ml for starts, so if you get the full size, it's like 200-400ml...... 😱

[@rf4evermyL]

My skin getting acne very easily and even oily skin also😢 im about buying anua toner but scared of the thick texture and overhydrated, should I give anua a try?

[@hollilick]

I don’t typically have reactive skin but I tried the numbuzin no. 3 serum and noticed weird texture/ red bumps 😭 I really wanted to love it because of all the hype 😂but it just didn’t work for me!

[@gabrielfigs]

Since you mentioned Heartleaf, have you ever tried the Dr. G - Clear Soothing Active Essence from their RED Blemish line? I found it interesting because it contains Heartleaft, Centella and Mugwort all in one product (besides Ectoin and Niacinamide). I'm on my second bottle now and am loving it.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I haven’t, but I have noticed that brand is all over Hwahae! It was surprising to see as I feel I don’t hear too much about them on KZbin. Will definitely have to check out that essence, thanks for the rec! 😃

[@nathaliehuerta4717]

Oh my gosh I have been eying this toner for a while now but went with skin1004 probio cica toner. I might switch my isntree green toner with the anua because I really like the probio toner. Really love your content!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

The probio cica is nice too! 😃

[@mandywong1408]

​​Between the 3 mentioned, which do you prefer? I'd prefer Alice's favorite against this app's list.

[@nathaliehuerta4717]

@@mandywong1408 my hg is the isntree green toner. When I stop using it, I notice I get a lot more greasy than when I use it. Also, my skin type is combo so different from Alice. I was convinced about trying the probio cica toner from one of Alice's video and don't regret getting it.

[@tjs.8150]

Numbuzin No.3 Toner broke me out. I had some pimple acne and cystic acne. Not for me.

[@elacampusano7341]

Hi Alice, it's interesting that products that are popular in Korea are not so popular in the western community. I can't use numbuzin toner either because it gives me an allergic reaction. Did you know that olive young's audience is young people? And the products aimed at older people are others like Sulwhasoo or Su:m37, Donginbi and others that I don't know about. A kiss from Chile ❤

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Well this is giving me great confirmation for Mondays video haha, thanks so much for sharing! Adult acne is such an odd situation; I feel like I have favorites for more mature skinn, and I share some acne-fighting favorites with younger folks lol. Have a great weekend! 🥰

[@corpshu]

how do you spell huahei (this is my guess)? Also, have you tried the toner pad version of anua toner? It contains PHA. For the Laneige reformulated version, it's just a more hydrating and milkier version of the former one.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Hwahae but it looks very different in Korean. I’m worried that I might be terribly misspelling it, but it kind of looks like “Qlon” on my phone (with dashes over the Q and o - goooodness I’m painfully American 😅😅)

[@corpshu]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole hahaha how do you even navigate in the app its all korean idk what its asking me TT

[@roxannerutherford3524]

Alice, how do you feel about the JIN JUNG SUNG Soothing Non-sticky Face Moisturizer Essence Serum ?

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I haven’t had a chance to try that! It sounds nice though

[@roxannerutherford3524]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole I ordered it and have been using for a few days! I'm so glad I took the chance and bought it! Definitely a new favorite...if you have dry skin, you will love it!

[@ThatCho]

Dry skin here. I've decided that I only want to use spray toners moving forward. Was happy to see the Laneige toner. It's really interesting. I might put that on my buy list, but are there other favorite spray/mist toners that you'd recommend?

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Funny enough, some of my favorite mists are toners I’ve transferred into spray bottles (generally this works, but make sure the bottle is clean and if in doubt, ask the company. for example, you don’t want to spray AHA containing toners at your face due to the risk of getting them into your eye area!)

[@ThatCho]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole Thank you so much for the advice. My mind is blown. I just ordered a mist spray bottle from Amazon.

[@tinakaminsky3477]

What a great explanation on hydrating vs moisturizing. I will have to write that down. So important but I have never heard it explained that way. Smart girl! Thanks for the heads up on the toner being included on Amazon Prime Day. Is it an all day sale or a lighting deal??

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oh gosh, now I realize I’m not sure! They gave me those dates though so I’m thinking…both days?

[@benjamincarter5563]

What product did you hold up at 14:09?

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Dr. Ceuracle kombucha essence! I’ve talked a lot about that one, it’s quite a nice moisturizing essence

[@parisinthe30sx]

Oooo yay I was hoping you'd review the round lab toner. Have you tried their tinted SPF or their other one? I heard it's similar to BOJ

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Yep I have a whole review of round lab! I did love the sunscreen but …confession that I think purito’s soft touch has moved up my personal favorites ladder lol

[@parisinthe30sx]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole well now I'm going to search for the video, I missed it! I'll have to try the purito, I've really been liking scinic super mild sun essence. But as for tinted, it'll always be Paula's choice, I just wish it was higher than spf30

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Well, that is wonderful to hear. My order with the Scinic arrived (and it’s so affordable!?) I can’t wait to try it!!

[@mandywong1408]

I have been nervous to try Scinic because of the reviews. So excited to hear Alice share her thoughts!

[@parisinthe30sx]

@@mandywong1408 what did the reviews say? I like it so far. Everything breaks me out but this one seems to be agreeing with me

[@deborahbinnie5652]

I can take Nambuzin in small doses. Nambuzin contains niacinamide which seems to be the go to ingredient these days. Unfortunately it was in everything I was putting on my face, including my tretinoin concoction. Too much of a good thing. I have to watch out for that, and maybe others do too.

[@Babybean224]

Should i get anua or laneige?normal skin have some bumps.please reply

[@LurkingUser]

Thoughts on toner pads? I recently ordered the Anua heartleaf toner pads but the ones from the brands needly and mediheal seem to be just as popular.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I’m testing out Torriden’s this month too, these seem to be gaining popularity! I like the concept for an even quicker toning step, and most of them seem to include some gentle exfoliants (typically PHA it seems!)

[@jameslongmore3830]

Love Korean toners and you showed as a few good ones thank you Alice 😉 I like the 7% cosrx aha toner every now and again at the moment my skin is so dry from the cold nights outside at work tonight I went in with the 101 centella soothing cream and dr jart ceramides cream skin still feeling parched and dry I think il have to go more for some good Korean hydrating products mary and may is catching my eye 👁 😊

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Mary & May’s idebenone cream is such a nice option. I’d say kind of more for day (but that’s giving away how dry my skin is 🤣😂 - it’s probably a night cream for oily/combo!!)

[@lisasmith7]

I patch test everything. I had a reaction to an eye cream so I am back to ALWAYS patch testing!👀❌️⭕️

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

That’s the smart thing to do! Sometimes I get lazy and end up regretting it 😭

[@lisasmith7]

​@@AliceintheRabbitHoleSame

[@mandywong1408]

I got lazy last night since it was 1am or is that actually this morning.

[@cynixxi]

Salicylic acid is more controlled in Korea than here (max .5% over the counter) thats why they use other forms of BHA. I remember when the cosrx bha was popular people said it was the equivalent of 2% salicylic acid. Idk how true that is. I don’t really use BHAs.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Yeah I don’t either. I always feel those “this active % is the same as this different active %” conclusions a bit misleading, as…in what sense? I see it a lot with vitamin C and the C derivatives, but clearly the molecular differences change the outcome! I feel it’s better to talk about actives independently

[@cynixxi]

​@@AliceintheRabbitHole Apparently the only research done on betaine salicylate was vivo testing done by the manufacturer showing 4% of betaine salicylate showed comparable effectiveness to 2% salicylic acid. I'm guessing people saw that and just ran with it.

[@lisasmith7]

I really love using toners and essence. They feel amazing. Have an amazing weekend ❌️ ⭕️

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

They’re such a nice addition to a routine ☺️ Thank you, you too! 💕

[@knay2297]

the sephora laneige is the new version laneige when i looked at oliveyoung it had the same packaging as sephora. i’m assuming yesstyle and stylevana have stock still of the old version

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Interesting, so it seems it is replacing the old version!

[@talaaa2897]

I think we’re due an updated body skincare video soon

[@janes947]

After some reading I’ve learned Dokdo/Takeshima are a pair of islands between Japan and South Korea who were fighting for their sovereignty. It’s been controlled under South Korea Army force which Japan claims is illegal. So that’s the political statement! Fascinatingly, there is ONE resident on the island, an 81-yo widowed Korean woman. Regardless of the political implications, that’s so badass😮😮

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oh wow, thanks for sharing! Yes it is haha!

[@loriwicker1701]

Hi Alice, Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the Toners. Please provide us with the name of the app and were to download it. Thanks Alice; have a great weekend.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

If you search “Hwahae” you’ll be able to find it in the App Store, but to find it on your phone, you’ll have to look for Qlon. It is entirely in Korean, so I have to sit here with a translating app to read it (alas, it’s so interesting! There are brands that are apparently very popular in Korea that I haven’t even heard of 🤯)

[@LauraLVTGW]

I love Cosrx Blackhead power liquid for how gentle it is, my skin appreciates low and slow. I also use their AHA 7 Whitehead power liquid. I would love to know your thoughts on the Numbuzin no.9 serum as I have mature, dry, sensitive skin, and I trust your recommendations! Thank you for your hard work, knowledge of ingredients and willingness to share, it is greatly appreciated!! Many blessings!💖💖💖

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I paused on buying the Numbuzin 9 as it includes some of those highly scented EOs (still might cautiously try it in the future though). However, you might like to know that I’m currently editing a video on K-Beauty for mature skin - has some of my favorite picks for dryness! 😍

[@chetnasingh2020]

The numbuzin no.3 serum worked great for me but the toner was hard to use

[@michy2630]

Your face shape, skin texture and tone reminds me of Abbey Yung here on YT. You're both beautiful

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Aw she’s so pretty, thank you! ☺️

[@nataliemarshall7158]

Hi Alice, my question is off topic and out of season for you, sorry. I would like to know if you have a video on, or can you recommend any products for extremely dry sore lips and dry hands that start to itch and sting? It’s winter here in Australia and I haven’t had such an issue with my lips and hands before. I’m finding most products I’m using do very little or make things worse.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Oh ouch, have you ruled out a skin condition like eczema? It might help to look for products labeled to relieve that (ingredients like soothing oat, products that are highly occlusive like aquaphor!)

[@tamizilla]

Hallo Alice, love to see toner options. For me they are just are kisses on my skin.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Haha yes, I love that description 😍

[@JelenaP991]

I just read this post where someone said that cosrx reformulated this snail essence. Do you have any info on that? It would be nice if they announced that. And yes, Laneige reformulated their toner, but many stores still have old packaging in stock. Apparently new version is less moisturizing

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I’ve heard that but I don’t see a difference in the ingredients. And yet I’ve heard it’s now thinner in texture than before. Maybe a source change of the snail mucin itself?

[@JelenaP991]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole maybe, who knows. I haven't tried this old version

[@tinakaminsky3477]

Hey Alice. Off topic but could you remind me when Ulta has their “monthly perks”/diamond deals?? I believe it is like beginning of the month?? Thank you

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

It’s usually the first Monday of the month, but…it might be tomorrow? I’m hoping so, as perks day plus the 2/3/4x multiplier would be a nice duo!

[@lavayuki]

I tried all of these and liked all but Numbuzin 3, as it had too much ingredients and oils, and the cosrx BHA as it did nothing for me, where I prefer stronger western BHAs. The anua is what I am using now and almost finished it, absolutely loved it. I do like a lot of Numbuzin serums but none of their toners appeal to me.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Interesting, it seems we have had very similar experiences. Thanks for sharing!

[@rashasarandah1695]

Can you review the new Youthforia foundation from ulta? Supposed to be made for us with skincare and adult acne in mind

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

How funny, I just did a reel with that over on my IG. It has SUCH a pretty finish, but it does transfer a lot!

[@YourSuu7]

Hearing that the Anua Toner has helped people with acne makes me want to open mine so bad. I have my first one of the Anua in the storage box but I’m trying to finish up my other toners before opening another one haha Also, what do you think about the COSRX BHA vs the Isntree Chestnut BHA, miss Alice? Both in results and texture wise. I’m looking to slowly introduce a BHA products into my routine as I have a constant stream of Acne. But I’m still somewhat hesitant as I don’t want to be that young adult who starts BHA and immediately compromises their skin barrier XD

[@YourSuu7]

Side note: The only BHA I’ve used are in cleanser products at around 0.5%

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Isntree alllll the way for me. But I should add, my skin has something like 6 years of experience with 2% salicylic acid (😭 just acne things lol). It’s not just that part though, it’s that the pH is just a bit higher, which most older products don’t do. It’s only recent research that has shown salicylic acid doesn’t have the same pH-dependent properties as AHA. As Isntree’s is newer, they were able to formulate with that knowledge 😃 I still like the cosrx, and I can absolutely see some people preferring it!

[@YourSuu7]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole ah thank you so much. I try to hunt for smaller sizes of the Isntree BHA at my local retailers whenever I get a chance. Also thank you so much for mentioning the PH. I never even considered that as I just thought the COSRX would be gentler due to being Betaine Salicylate rather than SA. Might stay away from it as my skin seems to really dislike low PH products. (I can’t really use Ascorbic Acid products as most of them seem to make me itchy and break out even more, have been trying to find Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate products its so hard to find in local stores in my country 😭)

[@mandywong1408]

This is exactly what I mean that I would like Alice to put more of her opinion against this app's list ... like Isntree Chestnut is better than CosRx BHA in her opinion. Thanks for asking this question.

[@edienandy]

I ❤ the Dokdo toner. It’s not mind blowing but it’s the simplicity I love. No bells and whistles, just gentle hydration. I love pairing it with the Dokdo lotion, another good simple and gentle product. Actually I love and use most of the Dokdo line, I use the cleansing oil, foaming cleanser, toner, and lotion. I promise I’m not a shill I just really love those products lol They’re all really gentle basic products that do what they claim and nothing else and that’s what I’m looking for for most of my routine. I tend to prefer really simple basic products for the backbone of my routine and then I let my serum and exfoliant do the heavy lifting. I feel like this approach leads to less bad reactions and also helps me see if my actives are actually working.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you for sharing!

[@celiareed1402]

October 25 (1025) is an unofficial Korean celebration of ownership of the Dokdo Islands, following multi-century dispute with Japan. That was a very long sentence!! I did not learn this in private school either.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Maybe a long sentence (debatable, run ons are my grammar faux pas…just watch this one!) Regardless, that was far more concise than the videos I tried to watch! Thanks so much 😁💕

[@noneofurbusiness5223]

Ms Tanaka loves #3.

[@skynebula11]

Really nice and informative video… thank you

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thanks for watching 🥰

[@tiffany791991]

Just wanna let you know that the ANUA toner is currently sold at 19.9, not 15.9. Do you know why that might be the case? Thanks for your help.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Is it showing correctly on your end now? I see the $15.90 price!

[@tiffany791991]

Yes. It is now. Maybe a glitch. Thank you for responding!

[@gailp5892]

Hi Alice, I’m wondering if you have any experience with the Torriden line of K beauty, specifically the Torriden - DIVE-IN Low Molecule Hyaluronic Acid Skin Booster? I’m looking for something light with lipids to keep my skin moist but not anything occlusive because I am prone to sebaceous hyperplasia + getting milia in my t zone.Thanks : - )

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Heyoooo I do! About 9 days worth 🤣 Full review coming at the end of the month haha! Small spoiler: I really didn’t think this brand would wow me (an HA serum? I’ve…tried a few of those lol). I’m already very, very impressed. It seems their basic-sounding products also include a lot of soothing and restorative ingredients. I *am* wowed, in spite of my skepticism!

[@ccching]

Hi Alice! I love your makeup in this video! I always thought you had a cool undertone but warm makeup looks great on you too! ❤ I truly appreciated the review you did before on the roundlab dokdo toner. It’s really overhyped by korean skinfluencers. I haven’t tried it yet but there’s really no selling point to it other than the political symbolism. And they really keep saying it’s the number 1 toner in olive young. But what’s so great about it? 🤷‍♀️ Thank you for your honest opinions. Gotta go buy anua now 😆

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Thank you! 🥰

[@aprilneilson1163]

You don't like Beekman milkshake toner? Spray,I saw numbuzin girl, can't slip it by me!😅 I wish you liked it better😢

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I love Beekman’s toner! I do have to watch that I don’t over-combine dewy products with it though, or I can start looking less glass skin, more “is that a human or a jellyfish?” 🤣😂 I am jealous of the folks the Numbuzin works for! I’ve heard suuuuch good things

[@geethaparasuram6338]

Hi. I placed my very 1st order of Korean skincare products on Stylvana but ordered the Cosrx snail mucin essence and cream on Amazon so it would arrive quickly. I am not sure how to use them. Do I use both at the same time? Or one in the morning and one at night ? At what stage in my skincare should I use each? Sorry - rookie questions

[@mandywong1408]

Totally understand. I am still a newbie too. The essence follows the toner step especially if it's thicker. I think the cream you are referring to is the moisturizer/occlusive last step. Btw, I heard the cream is a little mattifying so it may be good for the summer if you're oily.

[@geethaparasuram6338]

@mandywong1408 Thank you. Yes, I was using g both at night, but only the essence in the morning. I have dry skin with a T zone that tends to get oily as the day goes on. Appreciate you taking the effort to reply. Have a great evening!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

How exciting, welcome to the world of K-Beauty (there’s no turning back from here 🤣) You definitely can use them together as Mandy said, but I’ll add an interesting tidbit with those two. I’ve noticed most folks end up preferring one or the other as a way of incorporating some snail mucin into their routine. I like the essence (again like Mandy said, the cream is a bit mattifying) but my partner ended up loving the cream!

[@geethaparasuram6338]

@AliceintheRabbitHole Thank you ! My initial thoughts were that using both at the same sitting was just adding more of the same. But it does seem to make a difference when applied at different stages.I guess I will play around and see what suits my skin.

[@mandywong1408]

Speaking of apps ... is anyone using any skincare apps to track your experience on products?

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Hmm that probably is a nice idea!

[@mandywong1408]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole would sure like to see KZbin review ☺️

[@db-gb5xi]

I actually enjoyed my private school years (K-6). It was hard transitioning to public school but I managed to survive, lol.

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

It was!! Did you have to stand up when the teachers called on you? I learned that public schools don’t do that by uh…by a humbling experience (Oh the horrors of an entire classroom laughing at you; scarring!! If only I had L-AA for the soul 😭)

[@db-gb5xi]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole No, we didn't have to stand. We did have to go the principal's office if we acted up and he always kept this thick stick on the edge of his desk for intimidation purposes.

[@lisasmith7]

Hi Alice ❌️ ⭕️

[@MenchieExtrakt]

What is the name of the app?

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Hwahae, although I don’t know how to type it in Korean (kinda looks like…Qlon? I’m so sorry if I’m terribly butchering this 😭😭😭)

[@lisasmith7]

I have never tried the Laneige. Hmmmmmm?❌️⭕️

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

I am so perplexed as to what’s going on with it. It was in the Sephora July 4 sale, but not discounted to a level that makes me think it’s being DCed? So confused lol

[@lisasmith7]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole Hmmmmmm?!

[@lisasmith7]

I am there with you. Private school!❌️⭕️

[@phuocduynguyen7738]

Hello, its my first time seen your video and I love it so much. Every content about the products is clearly and helpful for me to decide which one I need. I was confused between Anua Toner and Dokdo Toner but after this I have a better decision. Thank you again and you have a very beautiful skin ❤. Love and respect

[@dessertcomes1st]

Hi Alice, could you do a video on cleansing toners? The ones you can swab onto a cotton pad and wipe your face with. One recommendation is Acwell Licorice cleansing toner. It’s great!

[@AliceintheRabbitHole]

Ah i bought that one without checking the ingredients (🤦‍♀️ has an allergen of mine 😰). But I did pass it along to my sweetie and she said it’s great! A lot of people use the Round Lab Dokdo toner in that kind of way ☺️

[@dessertcomes1st]

@@AliceintheRabbitHole thank you. I’ll try this one out

[@carebear8655]

That Snail Mucin viral product felt like it did nothing for me. It just felt gross.

[@Pr1ncessAku]

Same, I’ve been using it for few months now and I don’t see any difference. I will finish the bottle but not planning to repurchase it