Luxury K-Beauty | Worth the Splurge??
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- Опубліковано 17 жов 2024
- Many of us appreciate the affordability of K-beauty products but there's a whole, wide world of luxury and pricey Korean skincare products out there! Those of us who know the quality you can find for a low price in K-beauty might be suspicious of more expensive products. Are they really better, are they worth it? Today I want to talk about 4 luxury K-beauty products and answer that very question; is expensive K-beauty worth the splurge?
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*^Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum
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^Amore Pacific Vintage Single Extract Essence
Sephora seph.me/2kRujxm
Amorepacific bit.ly/2kRuYPm
*^Primera Miracle Seed Essence
Sephora bit.ly/2QX90Xf
^Amorepacific Essential Creme Fluid
Amorepacific Official bit.ly/2mgOVzk
Amazon amzn.to/302vpZr
*Laneige Cream Skin Refiner
Style Korean shrsl.com/2bd3c
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I keep telling myself the Amore Pacific essence isn't worth it...THEN I stop using it and change my mind. It's just THAT amazing for my skin. I have bought it multiple times but it really is so expensive for an essence. I only buy it when I can get it 20% off. That helps a little. 💜
The results are hard to deny! I think this was the product I was most impressed of from the bunch, that green tea does work magic! It's crazy expensive but once you try it and understand the process behind it, it makes sense. Just always line your purchase up with the Sephora sale! 😂
Kelly Driscoll UGH!! You guys are making me want to try this $$$$ product so much!! I mean, I’m willing to splurge on certain things, but it’s a bit hard to stomach for an essence. Def would only purchase with Sephora coupon or other sale.
@@redcoloratura1 get a sample frkm Sephora 1st. It really is an amazing product. I sure wish I didn't love it. 😩
Graceful Beauty I’ll def have to snag a sample. I know myself though, and if Kelly & Gothamista both love it I have a feeling it’ll become a very pricey staple in my life!! 😭 I know, 1st world problems.
I have a deluxe sample of this that came in a an Ulta luxury beauty box that was on rock bottom clearance in January. I didn't realize what I had. I'll definitely try it now! Makes me wonder if someone is selling deluxe samples on Poshmark.
I find it so interesting you only reviewed brands owned by AmorePacific (it's the main company that owns its namesake AmorePacific, Sulwhaso, Primera, and Laneige, among others -- like Innisfree, Etude House, Hera, Illiyoon, etc.). That's why you see a lot of overlap in extracts (green tea, for example) and some of the technology feels familiar, although Laneige is more diluted than AmorePaciific. (But is AmorePacific worth 3-4x the price of Laneige...? Who knows... I'd say probably not, esp. if you're on budget. Like you said, a lot of it is about the experience of pampering yourself with expensive products that feel nice and smell nice.) Sulwhasoo and AmorePacific are both totally lux and expensive, and they do have their own signature scent. I'm not a huge fan of AmorePacific's signature scent, but I use their enzyme peel because it works and I can wash it off so quickly. Sulwhasoo's products also have their own signature scent within the sub-lines (their Snowise (refreshing) smells very differently from their Essential (mildly herby/floral)...and they're very different from Concentrated Ginseng (ginseng + honey)...and Timetreasure (pine)) The Whoo is another luxury brand on par with Sulwhasoo, and The Whoo is owned by LG (Yeah, the company we only think of as the one that makes TVs and fridges, etc.). I'm not a huge fan of The Whoo scent. And do you know Samsung also has skincare brand in Korea? (This one isn't luxury, but very good anyway).
I do like Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum. But my skin tolerates fragrance, and I do layer other products on top very quickly (I layer lots of hydrating products). I really like Primera Miracle Seed Essence also, and I might try your cotton pad method -- I've been using hands because I'm lazy. I also scored 2 jumbo bottles for cheap when I was in Korea in winter.
If you want to grab AmorePacific Single Vintage Extract Essence without selling your kidney, try duty-free in Korea if you're every in the country OR transit/layover via Seoul (Incheon Airport). You can order and prepay for items on their web store (Shilla Duty Free is the most foreign shopper friendly in my experience) and they have promotions, coupons, etc. (They're called 'mileage' but many can be used instantly). You just go to a designated area to pick it up (you need to show your passport & boarding pass). If you don't pick them up for whatever reason, you can request for cancellation / refund OR they refund automatically after 30 days. Their K-Beauty products are often anywhere from 15-35% cheaper than Sephora and other American stores. I bougth over a year's worth of K-beauty products and masks so, so cheaply.
The more expensive Ginseng line of Sulwhasoo is getting pretty popular now here in Australia. My friend got the same skin type as mine and she loves the line. I'm still hesitant cause the price tag. Maybe I should finally give it a go
Thank you for the knowledge. I had no idea that one company is the umbrella for so many other skin care lines that is very interesting and important to know.
I have to say your skin looks even more amazing in this video!
I just got here by YT recomendation and I’m loving your page. Love the story behind the Amore Pacific’s fermentated green tea. I need to buy the essence ASAP. Greetings from Brazil and keep up the good work. Your content is pure gold❤
To be honest, if you want to know what works for you, you have to experience it by yourself.. because everyone is different based on their skin type and skin reaction to those skincare. For me, example, I really like Sulwhasoo serum coz it does work for my skin.
I love how well informed you are!!! You’re doing such an awesome job in this channel!!! Best wishes Kelly, looking forward to another great video!!
Thank you so much, Sara! ❤❤❤
Yes Kelly, I am so glad you talked about the Primera essence! I am more than halfway through my first bottle and I have enjoyed it so much. I did buy it on sale but find that it’s best to buy it through YesStyle. I do love the curtains that come with it it does make the essence feel more hydrating for sure. I probably wouldn’t try any of the other products, I just try to stay away from anything fragrant especially with EO’s. I did however just find out that the Purito comfy water sunblock, the physical one, has just been released EO free!! Yay! I ordered it so fast and cannot wait to try it. 😌😊
Definitely yesstyle is the place to wait for a sale! They always seem to have coupons running too so you can for sure get it at a better price over there! I'm so glad purito made EO free versions of both sunscreens!
Kelly Driscoll me too!! ❤️❤️❤️
Hi Kelly! Could you share your retinol experience with us? I saw your February favorites and you mentioned that you started introducing retinol in your routine.. Thanks a lot. You're videos are always informative..
You just save my kidneys from getting sold for these hyped-up products 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Hahahaha! 😂Happy to help preserve your kidneys!
Kelly, I love the story you researched on the Amore Pacific Essence! I appreciate the backstory and other information I can’t parse out on an ingredients list as a novice. You are a gem. I haven’t tried any luxury K-Beauty products but I did purchase Clean Dirt from May Lindstrom (along with 2 samples, Blue Cocoon and The Problem Solver) which I am, unfortunately, in love with.
I have heard good things about May Lindstrom products, glad to hear they're performing well for you (of course, always difficult to get hooked on a pricey product)!
Liah Yoo talks about Prima seed essence all the time. She always talks about the hydration power of this essence. it's on my wish list, but I still can't justify the price. I think I'll work thru the more affordable options of my wish list first lol. Kelly, how would you compare Primera seed essence to your favorite hydrating essences/toners?
It's pricey for sure, wait for a sale on yesstyle and maybe a coupon, I think you could get a decent price this way! Hmmm it's hard to say but the first that came to my mind this the jin jung sung essence, very similar in terms of deep hydration in just one layer.
I prefer the Iope Bio Essence over Primera Miracle Seed. I LOVE the Amore Pacific Essential Fluid UGHH SO GOOD. I dont mind the scent and it didnt irritate my skin at ALL my skin drank it up. But as far as essences go, IOPE BIO ESSENCE ALL THE WAY. So hydrating, improves redness and texture and is affordable.
I just discovered your channel while looking for reviews on k-beauty products. I love your honesty and all your explanations :)
*subscribe*
really adore you kelly and your content is next level
thanks a lot
You're so welcome!💕
About luxury products in general, another “experience” additive I sometimes see besides fragrance is silicone. One specific product that has it is Sunday Riley Good Genes serum (which does the sneaky thing of including two very similar silicones so they appear lower on the ingredient list than just one would), and so many reviews attribute the immediate smoothing effect to the lactic acid and other ingredients, and I’m like, ummm.... probably not. I’m personally not a fan of silicone anywhere besides top layers, since it can seal out the benefits of your later layers. But, anyway, I think silicone is in luxury products to make them feel silky smooth and fancy, but it’s a cheap ingredient, so if I’m going to splurge on a product, it’s a no thank you for me.
About the Primera, I think it’s fair to call it luxury considering the cost per application if you’re using 2.5ml every time. I kinda think that much of any decent essence would leave your skin pretty plump. I actually tried it this morning with the otherwise unremarkable Cosrx Galactomyces tone balancing essence. 2.5 ml is 1/2 teaspoon, so I used a measuring spoon... 12 pumps, and you definitely do need a cotton pad, don’t you? Anyway, after that, my skin is looking pretty bouncy and awake, which is a lot more than I expect from normal usage with that essence!
Ugh yes silicones in expensive products. Nothing wrong with the ingredient itself but I totally feel like it's a lazy/cheap way around formulating a product. Particularly disappointing when you consider the expensive price tag of a brand like Sunday Riley!
Omg cost per application of the primera is a bit crazy, it really does go down quickly, seems like they want you to use a bottle a month! 🙈I'm unsure why the 2.5ml seems to work, although you can get away with a little bit less with same benefits, but interesting to note you could get the same effect with other products!
you deserve so much more subbies ♥️♥️♥️😘😘😘
Thank you! 😊
Ahh thank you for talking about the ingredients in the first care serum by Sulwhasoo. I saw that alcohol was the second ingredient while also have fragrance and I was like eeeeek! I had contact dermatitis that was so bad so now I'm terrified to try these kinds of things. So thank goodness for your review!
Another great informative video!! Love how you explain the “experience” of using a product. So true. Still I prefer fragrance / essential oil free as well. Thank you for these great videos.
So glad you enjoyed it! This is definitely a big part of the luxury market so it's hard to find fragrance free options it seems, not impossible though!
I bought that Amore Pacific and while I like it, I'm disappointed to say I wasn't blown away by it. Plus I just don't find the price worth it to see any huge differences in my skin...then again I already have clear skin so I'm not sure what my skin goals really are aside from lessening my sun spots. I would say, I do like the consistency and very little ingredients of this product.
I bet you kelly we would have been best friends had we lived near
honestly I am just as obsessed with kbeauty, skin care as you are
I am always on a hunt for hydrating toners and essences and I even collect them lol of course I do plan to use them...(using products is kinda hard when you don't have privacy or a personal washroom)...you are one of the very few(at max 1to 3) youtubers I have turned on notification bell for..
that's how much I look forward to your videos....essenceholic here
Haha yass! Power of the internet, no one I know IRL is into Korean skincare either! Obviously my favorite category of product is toners and essences too, I always have too many! 🙈
I love the Primera Miracle Seed Essence. I've been using it for quite sometime now and I don't think I can be without it. The Amore Pacific is a product I've had my eye on for quite a while but the price is what has stopped me from purchasing it, but I think after watching your review I might just have to get it so I can get the wanting to try that product so bad out of my system haha.
Oh man, the AP is so pricey but it's definitely a lovely product and such an experience to use! Hopefully you can find it on sale!
@@KellyDriscoll yeah hopefully I can find a sale somewhere come pay day! I will look around before diving straight in 😊
Could be worth waiting for Sephora's insider black Friday sale, 15% off for standard rewards members or 20% for VIP!
@@KellyDriscoll I've never ordered from Sephora before. Do they ship to the UK?
brightening products of Primera also really good!
Make a video about green tea. The first time I used green tea was Krave beauty matcha hemp hydrating cleanser. It made my skin glow ✨
Oh my goodness... I declare bankruptcy!
Haha omg, RIP wallet! 💸
Congrats on hitting 7k!! 🥺🥺🥺
Thank you!!
I was searching so much a video like this🍀 thank youuuu ❤️❤️❤️
You're so welcome, glad it was helpful!!💕
Kelly Driscoll 😊
You have such a nice voice and you narrate your experiences and opinions so well!
I was just watched your Benton brand review video! I have a damaged skin barrier and am looking for a night moisturizer, and was eyeing the Steam Cream! I saw you said Benton products are great for sensitive skin, but the bee venom makes me nervous. I know products all react to everyone’s skin differently but in general do you think the Steam Cream should be ok for a damaged skin barrier? Btw your channel is where I go for product reviews, your videos are so great I’ve recommended your videos on the skin barrier on Reddit many times!
Btw a brand review of the Target (is it Target brand? I think so idk) “Versed” skincare line? That would be amazing!
Thank you! I look forward to your videos and this one (as usual) covered several products I’ve been curious to try but haven’t due to $$. Not sure if you have already done this but could you review best fermented toners and/ or fav products with probiotics? Again thank you for doing what you do!!!
Oh that's a great suggestion, thank you!
Thank you for your review! Always been curious about the sulwasoo brand, but never tried it. I recently splurged and tried the primera essence and do like it. However, it is not my HG product. Not sure if I will be repurchasing it. Thanks for the tip on using cotton pad. Been using it since I saw that on your insta and definitely notice better hydration and faster absorption.
How does the purito green level unscented sunscreen compare to comfy water sunblock? I am leaning towards the comfy one.
I have no idea why it works better with a cotton pad but I'm going with it! 😂It's super nice but I agree, it's pricey to restock and maybe not HG status, we'll see how I feel when the bottle is gone, that's when I can start to miss products!
Biggest difference is the finish, centella sunscreen is more neutral and the comfy waterblock is a touch more matte. If need a little oil control go for the comfy but if you'e dehydrated or dry the centella will jive better with your skin!
Maybe it's just me, but I find that the Comfy block evens out my skin tone ever so slightly (I'm light-medium). It's a really lovely mineral sunscreen.
Love your channel and your work ethic. I’m currently binge watching, I found you on Instagram.
Thank you so much, so happy to know you're enjoying my content! 💕
Late to the party but I love this video!! I have been exploring ingredients in luxury beauty-some I don’t understand and have to research and a lot are fragrance! Xo
Honesty is always appreciated. Thanks!
Hi Kelly , is Primera Essence suitable for rosacea skin ?
I’ve used the Sulwasoo first activing serum before! I have to say many affordable priced Kbeauty products I used were much more effective than that product.
Ruby Ling Which ones in particular do you like?
GretchenVaughn Soon Jung toner, benton’s centella face mask, cosrx centella mist...... and many more of them😜
Ruby Ling Thanks!
Love the review and I don’t understand some comments, there at like 10 companies in the world that own most of all brands. Soooo anyways nice review, I don’t care who owns the brands just how the product work.
I love Amorepacific. I use their products and I love them 😍
AM essence did the same for me, reduced my pores instantly. AM foam cleanser & the fluid are absolutely beautiful. I really enjoy the scent the creme fluid and I find it quite mild, although I have combo skin that is not sensitive.
I feel like I always ask this question but like fragrance free is important for you... cruelty free is important for me... so is primera cruelty free do you know? I would love to try it. I’m in love with toners myself! Love this video
I don't think so just because parent company amore pacific falls into the china selling loop hole. Korean companies aren't allowed to test on animals by law, but if a company sells in china the product does have to best tested on animals for sale on the Chinese market.
I can’t wait to use the amorepacific essence my skin
Loves green tea and all the antioxidants
Did you the first aid activating serum in combination with another brand products?
Hi Kelly! How does the primera essence compare to klairs watery oil drop for you? 😀
I found out about the Amorepacific Essence and the Primera Essence a couple years back from Gothamista. I was so hurt at the Amore price. I was fortunate to obtain a bottle from a friend once she realized she couldn't use fermented products. Once the bottle was empty, I mourned.
I am working through the Primera as the weather is changing.
The Amorepacific essence is gorgeous but that price definitely hurts! I'll enjoy using (slowly) the rest of mine and if I ever find a dupe, I'll share!
I've never tried the AM essense but had another product. The mask anti aging for night recover did miracles for my skin
Hi again I just noticed they started carrying innisfree at Sephora
Have you ever tried their fermented soybean essence? Would you recommend? Thanks!!!
I haven't tried it but those ingredients look great! fermented soy bean is supposed to be very good for brightening up the skin!
What are the affordable alternatives to the Amore Pacific essence?
Thank you for another great video Kelly. Have you had a chance to try the SK-II Essence or the Innisfree Soybean Essence?
I haven't tried either yet, but that sk-ii is definitely a lust list item!😂
@@KellyDriscoll skii isnt all that great I've tried it lol
May I suggest that you DON'T spend your money on SK-II because it's overhyped and definitely NOT worth the money.
I'm currently using SK-ii essence and innisfree is coming. Personally, looking at the ingredients list of SK-ii, I wasn't amazed, but I hoped for a miracle. I'm using it with the lotion, aura serum and rna cream. The result is my skin became smoother, pores smaller, however every morning I wake up, I had so much oil on my face that I had to wash my face immediately. I kinda think that the smoothing effect came from cream because it contains niacinamide. My verdict with this brand is they are good but not worth the 💰. Actually, I took photos of my skin every week and after 2 month of using, my skin didn't change visually, I still have red bumps, just each morning after cleansing I feel smoother and looks like pores are smaller, then in afternoon everything become the same again . I will try other cheaper brands and see if they give the same effect. SK-ii is just happened to be my first skincare brand.
Sk-II works really well. Everything can’t work for everybody. That’s why I hate when people go crazy telling people they hate a product bc they didn’t see results when there are thousands who SWEAR the opposite
I hate glass or heavy bottles in skincare! Talk about slip risk when you have wet hands!
Thank you for this video. It's very informative and useful. Is Amore Pacific Vintage Single Extract Essence a good dupe for SK2 facial treatment essence? Thanks
J Napone maybe nope, as their ingredients are so different!
What price would the AP essence need to be for you to consider regular repurchase of it?
The essence destroyed my skin! I used it once and had a severe contact dermatitis that left my skin burning, itchy, bumpy, swollen and very red for a couple of weeks. I also saw multiple similar reviews of a similar reaction on the site that I got it from. I still wonder which ingredient it was that made my skin react like that. 🙁 Please do a patch test first.
Its the alcohol
@@yoongs3878 Don't think so unfortunately. I've used lots of products with alcohol high up on the ingredients list and have never had a problem :/
I am enjoying both Laneige cream skin and Amore pacific single extract... I’m wondering if you ever tried the Amore pacific EYE cream? I know yesterday you gave me the recommendation of Mizon for eye cream ! Thanks
I haven't tried it but I must say beware of AP scent, they put that fragrance in pretty much everything, could be an issue for sensitive eyes.
I mean anything is worth it if it works for you right?
The sulwhasoo sounds more like a candle than a serum.
I had a question regarding I am from honey mask
can it be used in shower to protect the face from heat and water???
sorry if it is a repetitive question as I am newly subscribed
It's such a lovely mask but might not be the best for the shower because it will easily slip/rinse away before you're ready!
@@KellyDriscoll thanks i guess i am gonna have to try make prem in shower mask
@@alicedsouza2528 Skinfood black sugar honey mask and their newer coconut mask (not the freshmade one) and I'm from Mugwort have also worked for me in shower!
I also have the Primera essence and serum and I love them 😍
Yass, it's been a great find! Glad you're liking it and the Amore Pacific products too!
When you say you used cotton with the Primera, do you mean just to apply it or did you do a toner mask?
Wow, I wrote a reply hours ago but it disappeared...? I just use cotton to apply it, not as a mask.
Thank you! I’ve learned so much from your videos
you are my final decision when i order k beauty 🤷🏻♂️❤️
Honest review and very informative :)
Thanks for another great vid!! Your content is hands down some of the best kbeauty content out there👏🏻👏🏻. Question: in what order are you using the Primera Essence? I’ve really been loving it and using it as a last liquid essence, but your vid makes me think about using a cotton square and perhaps updating its spot in my routine. ☺️
Thank you so much, it's really an honor to know my videos are valuable to you! I've been using the primera straight after cleansing before my toner, functioning like a first essence.
I have a video idea: how about telling us what would be you top products you would like to get in an advent calendar?
Such a great video! Few years ago I tried the whole line of Shiseido Future Solution LX (it was around $280 for a moisturizer) and I wasn’t impressed plus the fragrance was overwhelming, also La Mer products are too fragrant for me
Oh wow that's too bad! I want to explore some Japanese luxury product too since they seem to have such wonderful brands but dodging the fragrance is hard!
Very informative...like it...thank you..can u pls review on faceshop products...
Loved the video! Subscribed!
Thank you so much for the sub!! 💕
Can you compare iliyoon ato ceramide concentrate cream vs soon jung 2x barrier cream?
I will soon! 😉What I can tell you is that soon jung is a thinner texture than illiyoon, I reach for it in the mornings a lot!
Sensorial experience, on touching, smelling, and feeling the products, is definitely an essential part of luxury K-beauty. I personally would not spend on the Amorepacific Vintage Single Extract Essence, and would rather choose to use black tea water on my face lol. At least I can drink half of it and use the other half as a hydrating splash .....roflmao....
Haha yeah it's definitely not super unique that you'd have to pay for it to get the benefits of the tea!
Honestly the primera one is so over priced in the US. You can get it around $30 in Seoul!
Ahhh if only I was in Seoul!! 😍I understand Primera to be more of a department store brand so this makes sense!
It is only 38,000 won in Korea, so that's less than 30 USD. The product has less of that irritating fragrance or alcohol in Sulwhasoo products.
How does the primera miracle seed essence compare to the keep cool bamboo toner?
Hmm I use them a little differently, Primera I use as a first essence or booster so just one layer and it does have some brightening to it. Keep Cool is more of a pure hydrator that I love to layer up about 3x! It's a hydration bomb as well but a little thiner texture, no real brightening benefits on the keep cool toner.
I am a bit scent sensitive and I had tried the Amore Pacific spray on SPF without knowing about the scent, the moment the first spray of that came out it was so horrible. One spray and never again
Oh gosh, yeah it's strong! I tested their oil cleanser in store and the smell just wouldn't go away for hours...😖
I would gladly buy a luxury skincare product based off high quality ingredients, sourcing, and beautiful packaging. Not scent. Seeing perfume or any fragrant components listed in facial skin care is an immediate turn off for me and I would never buy it. It's such a shame because there's sooo many products I'd love to try, but I'm not paying a premium price when it comes with the risk of the perfume irritating my skin!
Throughout me life journey of trying/using products for my cystic hormonal acne/oily/sensitive skin. I leaned fragrance, 'alcohols' and too much chemicals messed up my skin even more. 😢 If the ingredient list is too long..I will not buy. Lol
Amore Pacific fragrance is terrible. I had to wash my face after wearing their night mask. I wanted to like it but I can’t with the fake smell.
benton's green tea toner is waay cheaper and fragrance free to boot..maybe you could try and compare that with the AP 😁
I actually have that unopened!
Kelly Driscoll did you ever get a chance to try the benton’s?
great informative video!
AmorePacific also own Sephora. Ijs
There’s scientific evidence showing green tea reduces the size of pores!
These Essences are all under AmorePacific company 😅
Loquacious
Primera essence irritated my skin lol
Ugh that sucks!😣
You lost all credibility when the first product you recommend has 5 perfumes and straight up alcohol in it. Really? Wow!