I don’t know about you, but I’m done with painful manual extractions, dry AF clay masks, and those damn nose patches that always seem to pull out a bit of skin. Chemical exfoliation is where it’s at — especially when done right. Check out my 4 easy as pie steps to clear, glowing skin. Science, bitch!
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[GO4GLOW:] Bye bye blackheads with your new life-changing skincare routine, featuring BHAs and AHAs!
I don’t know about you, but I’m done with painful manual extractions, dry AF clay masks, and those damn nose patches that always seem to pull out a bit of skin. Chemical exfoliation is where it’s at — especially when done right. Check out my 4 easy as pie steps to clear, glowing skin. Science, bitch!
[GO4GLOW COSRX Spotlight]: My 3 ride or die anti-acne products for problematic skin
We all hate pimples, so naturally we love products that help get rid of them. Here are 3 of my ‘ride or die’ acne-prevention skincare products from COSRX to keep all your pimples (and stress) at bay. Enjoy! ❤
[GO4GLOW ALL STAR]: Nighttime glow routine, featuring REN, Sulwhasoo, Klairs, Whamisa, and organic skincare 5 star reviews! <3
My nighttime skincare routine is all about calming my skin down after a stressful day, giving it ultimate hydration, and making it glow. In this post I share my best all-stars products for ultimate glowing skin that lasts all night and the next day too! ❤
[GO4GLOW Vitamin C spotlight]: The only 5 things you will ever need to heal your acne scars
When used consistently, Vitamin C can protect your skin from UV damage and pollution, brighten your skin tone, prevent the signs of ageing, and most importantly, speed up healing majorly. If you’re looking to heal any scars — recent or old — then I have some great Vitamin C (and beyond) recommendations for you!
[GO4GLOW]: 6 investments for your hair and scalp so you don’t have to worry about hair loss any more!
Good skin should be complemented by healthy, shiny hair. A good head of hair makes you look younger and glowy! Check out my top 6 tips for maintaining the most luscious locks of your life.
[GO4GLOW]: Sheet mask shakedown: Sensitive/ irritated skin edition! Featuring For Beloved Girl, Shangpree and Leaders
Do you find your skin getting irritated from heat, exercise sweat, humidity, or pore-clogging products? I’ll make room for you on the boat. I’ve also tried out a bunch of sheet masks to see how effective they are in combating acne/ redness/ irritation and sensitivity in skin. Check it out here!
[GO4GLOW]: Korean daily fresh-faced makeup in 10 mins + contouring/ highlighting broken down!
I pretty much wear the exact same makeup everyday, so here I share my daily essentials with you guys to get that fresh-faced, dewy Korean natural beauty look! Bonus: A contouring/ highlighting 101 class.
[GO4GLOW]: Korean indie brand Skylake hair tonic, shampoo and conditioner + amazing hair growth!
Do herbal hair tonics really help hair growth? I tried out the entire Skylake haircare range to find out that this one at least does! Read on to find out more.
[GO4GLOW]: July sheet mask shakedown: SKII, LuLuLun, JayJun, Leaders and L’Herboflore!
All the sheet masks I tried in July rated, featuring some studs and some total duds. Check out what I thought of the very cult SK-II Facial Treatment Mask, the new LuLuLun Plus Aroma Oil Mask, L’Herboflore, and more!
[GO4GLOW]: BB CUSHION BATTLE! Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion, J.One Jelly Cushion, and Etude House Precious Mineral
There are BB cushions everywhere, claiming to be the ‘best in Asia’ or ‘the best in the world’. Luckily, I’m obsessed enough with BB cushions to have tried them out for you! Let the BB Battle begin.
[GO4GLOW]: 5 plane essentials that will prevent you from shrivelling up in the air!
Getting on a plane is already stressful enough without all the damage that cabin air can wreck on your skin. Find out what my 5 plane essentials are for making sure you glow instead of grease in the air!
[GO4GLOW Review]: The indie Korean ‘makeup gripper’ that’s gripping women everywhere – J.One Jelly Pack and Sleeping Mask
The J.One Jelly Pack will leave you with soothed and bouncy skin, with a finish that is so dewy it’s shiny. If you’re looking to shortcut your way into dewy, healthy, and youthful skin, this is the way to go! And what did I think of the sleeping mask version of this baby? Find out here!
GO4GLOW: 5 daily bag must-haves, and why you need them
Skincare is hard work, and the key to maintaining your glow is… maintenance. Check out 5 essentials to have in your bag daily to give your skin that extra boost, and to keep your face glowing always!
3 most famous cult/ indie skincare products from around the globe and their film soulmates: Hype or real deal? P50, Shark Sauce, and Moisture surge
What do Lotion P50 and Pulp Fiction have in common? And what similarities do Shark Sauce and Spinal Tap share? Find out in this GO4GLOW cult skincare/ cult movies feature! Spoiler alert: 2 of these products really turn it up to 11.
[GO4GLOW Spotlight]: New Indie brand Skylake is hanbang heaven if you’re looking for natural/ clean skincare
Check out my new fav Skylake, boasting products that contain a blend of 18 oriental herbs that promise to promote blood circulation, nourish, disinfect, soothe, purify and strengthen the skin. Many of these ingredients are antioxidants as well!
How the 10 step Korean beauty regime transformed my skin + Current skincare routine
After 15 years of hits and misses (mostly misses sadly), I’ve managed to get my rosacea, acne-prone, sensitive skin under control. Check out current skincare products I’m loving!
[GO4GLOW list]: 5 types of sunscreen to have you UV-covered all day!
Sunscreen is an extremely personal thing, and you should choose yours based on your needs and your skin’s needs. I break down 5 kinds of sunscreen that you should consider, and which one is most suitable for your skin.
[GO4GLOW Spotlight]: All of your UV burning questions about sunscreen answered + 5 sunscreens you can use
What do SPF and PA mean? How much sunscreen do I need to put on my face? What is a sunscreen mist for? All your questions answered and more in this UV spotlight (no pun intended) post!
[GO4GLOW Spotlight]: Latest KBeauty trend: Fermented skincare and Whamisa hydrogel sheet masks review
Fermentation is no longer just for kimchi — it’s a new Kbeauty thing. Check out why fermented skincare works wonders for your tired skin, and read my glowing review of Whamisa’s excellent hydrogel sheet masks!
[GO4GLOW Spotlight]: Dull skin, listen up, there’s a new acid from Korea in town + Review of CNP Invisible Peeling Booster with PHA
All about AHAs, BHAs, and the new acid to solve your dull, flakey woes — PHA. Also a perfect starter product to maintain clean, translucent, baby soft skin — the CNP Invisible Peeling Booster.
[GO4GLOW Spotlight]: Why you need to add roses to your skincare regime now, and 5 ways to start with rosewater and rosehip seed oil
Known for their soothing antibacterial, antifungal and antioxidant properties, roses are a popular ingredient in anti-ageing/ acne-treating skincare. Find out how roses will help your skin achieve that elusive glow, and how to incorporate rose skincare products into your regime today!
[GO4GLOW REVIEW]: COSRX Holy Moly Snail Mask – best snail mask I’ve ever tried?
Not all sheet masks are created equal. So how did cult brand COSRX’s Snail Mask live up to its promise of ‘locking in moisture’ and nourishing my skin?
[GO4GLOW Spotlight]: All about essences, serums, ampoules and what to choose for your skin (Hyaluronic acid, snail mucin, propolis, Vitamin C, niacinamide)
Confused about how essences/ serums/ ampoules work, and how to choose one for yourself? Let’s break down 5 ingredients to look out for, and what they can do for your skin.
[GO4GLOW Review]: Latest Korean Beauty trends: Are they worth the hype? (Splash masks, 7 skin method, cleansing sticks)
In-shower splashing/ patting ‘masks’. The 7 Skin Method. Cleansers in the form of sticks. Are they just gimmicks, or do they actually work? Find out in this latest “Hype/ Real Deal” post!
[GO4GLOW REVIEW]: Klairs Rich Moist Soothing Mask hydrates & soothes dry/ sensitive skin!
Dear Klairs, you say all the right things on your package. But can you keep your promises? GO4GLOW flash review on the Klairs Rich Moist Soothing Mask within!
[GO4GLOW Spotlight]: 3 ways to use oatmeal to solve your skin/ hair woes
Oats are amazing for breakfast. But did you know they’re just as useful for your skin and hair issues? Best of all, they’re so inexpensive you can probably try this tonight without having to spend a cent.
[GO4GLOW Review]: DrGL Restore Gel & Skin Repair – total HG for irritated, red & acne-prone skin
Glow report on two of my favourite products from DrGL’s line – Restore Gel and Skin Repair! Are they made of unicorn tears? No. Just really powerful and effective ingredients that yield instant results.
[Review]: Is Son & Park Beauty Water worth the hype? + my favourite ways to use it
Let me end the suspense right here – YES IT IS. This multi-tasking cleansing water, toner, mist, makeup remover is a complete HG product for me. Read on to find out more!
How the Korean double cleanse changed my life (well, my skin at least).
I double cleansed for 2 weeks, and emerged with the softest, cleanest and most glowy skin of my life. Needless to say, I’m never stopping.
The Korean 10 step skincare regime broken down (and how you use each step)
What is this incredibly complicated-sounding Korean 10 step regime, and how can you try it out for yourself if you don’t know where to begin?
Hi there! Let’s get glowin’.
Welcome to go4glow! A little intro and my skincare philosophy to get started.