Actives & Serums
Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant Paula's Choice
Noticeably smoother skin texture in a month. Skin barrier damaged.
Madagascar Centella Ampoule SKIN1004
Centella combined with vitamin C helps collagen production but no apparent effects
Ultra-Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Serum Isntree
Immediate plumping effect; good for lips under lip mask
No.3 Skin Softening Serum Numbuzin
For skin glow
Melano CC Vitamin C Essence Hada Labo
No noticeable difference in 3 months. Clear, thick-ish liquid. Mattifies skin.
BHA Blackhead Power Liquid COSRX
No difference at all. Nice texture, used as additional hydrating layer.
AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution The Ordinary
Immediate clearing up of complexion, fading of dark spots and exfoliation after first few uses. No longer feels effective, does not even burn after the max time of 10 mins.
Epceama Anti-Aging Serum Jenpharm
No noticeable difference. Nice gooey texture, does not dry out.
Mandelac Serum With Mandelic Acid 20% Jenpharm
No noticeable difference. Comfortable texture, absorbs well.
Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% The Ordinary
Cleared up skin, prevented pimples. Effectiveness seemed to wear off with continuous use. May be a better idea to take a break after every tube.
Matrixyl 10% + HA The Ordinary
Paired with The Ordinary Argireline Solution 10%, alleged to give the botox effect that pre-combined peptides don't.
Melano CC Vitamin C Premium Essence Hada Labo
Allegedly significantly different from the non-premium vitamin C essence
