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“The biggest misconception is the ten-step skincare routine,” says Jin Kwon. “In the international market, people think of the ten-step skincare routine to be Korean. It never existed in Korea, actually.”
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While you might be diligent with the SPF elsewhere, it’s easy to forget your hairline and parting. If you have, Jin Kwon, founder of Korean beauty website TONIC15, recommends applying a coat of ALOE VERA directly to your scalp. Leave it overnight so it can work its calming, anti-inflammatory benefits and rinse the next morning.
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One Thing Green Tea Serum: "Formulated with eight types of hyaluronic acid, this serum will hydrate your skin on a deeper level. Supporting natural collagen production and improving the skin’s elasticity, this will keep your complexion looking youthful with regular use."
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Korean beauty company, TONIC15, came about from founder Jin Kwon’s attempt to establish balance in her life by dedicating 15-minutes to ‘me time’ every day.
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Aromatica Oragne Cleasing Sherbet & Klairs Fundamental Nourishing Eye Butter & Sioris Falling Into The Rose Mist Mini 30ml featured in "OK! BEAUTY BUZZ"
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Aromatica Orange Cleansing Sherbet : "Struggle to remove stubborn mascara at the end of the day? This cleanser will remove impurities and all traces of make-up. Containing orange peel extract (to balance oil production), canola oil and organic babassu seed oil, the thick sherbet-like texture leaves skin feeling deeply cleansed, moisturised and soft."
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Aromatica Orange Cleansing Sherbet : "Struggle to remove stubborn mascara at the end of the day? This cleanser will remove impurities and all traces of make-up. Containing orange peel extract (to balance oil production), canola oil and organic babassu seed oil, the thick sherbet-like texture leaves skin feeling deeply cleansed, moisturised and soft."
STYLIST
"The Beigic Refining Hand Wash contains walnut shell, a natural scrub that softens skin, together with coffee bean oil to keep hands hydrated. It’s scented with a mandarin and bergamot fragrance. Beigic Refreshing Hand Wash is formulated with hyaluronic acid and is geared towards hydration."
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"It's also your go-to for the most lost-in-translation product names. From Eco Your Skin Spot Care Drip to Thank You Farmer Sun Project Water SunCream, it can be found on new K-beauty site TONIC15."
BUSTLE
"New retailer TONIC15 is bringing a curated edit of the very best in Korean beauty to the UK…including items from brands like Thank You Farmer and Dear Klairs."
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"I tried this bestselling K Beauty cleansing foam and it's the best thing I've put on my face"
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