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Asian skincare

By selabaymiles

Honestly one of my absolute favorite sunscreens. I recommend buying from Stylevana because it’s straight from Japan. Sometimes brands sell sunscreens in the USA and the USA has different filters which makes the sunscreens not as effective. By and large Asian sunscreens are superior and have far more filters. #jbeauty #anessasunscreen #skincare #bestsunscreen #sunscreen
Let’s break down everything I’ve been doing to get the clearest skin I’ve ever had — without antibiotics or a pill.

First: I cut about 80% of my dairy. I still have eggs and butter, but I removed whey protein, cottage cheese, and daily dairy creamer. That alone reduced inflammation for me.

Second: spearmint tea. I drink it twice a day (a few times a week works too). Clinical data shows it may help hormonally driven acne over time.

Third: consistency with treatments. I microneedle every 4–6 weeks and don’t skip. Collagen stimulation + texture refinement made a big difference in clarity and scarring.

I also simplified my skincare instead of constantly adding more.

My staples:
• La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser or Vanicream Gentle Facial Cleanser
• Toner (helps my moisturizer absorb instead of pill). Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner is great for any skin type, and the Japanese toner I use helps with brightening + hyperpigmentation.
• La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer

Daytime: EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46. Switching formulas mattered because I was still getting sunspots.

Night: I alternate IS Clinical Pro-Heal Serum Advance+, tretinoin, and a Korean brightening treatment.

I never skip Revision Skincare Nectifirm for my neck + décolletage (safe day or night — just layer SPF).

I use my LED mask morning and night. Red light supports collagen and calms inflammation. It’s not overnight — it’s consistency.

And one small add-on: Etude House My Lash Serum for brows + lashes.

At night, I seal everything with VT COSMETICS PDRN Essence Stick to support barrier repair.

Clear skin isn’t one miracle product. It’s reducing inflammation, protecting your barrier, and staying consistent.

Everything is linked below 🤍
🌸 My PDRN Obsessions 🌸

Lately, I’ve been so impressed with PDRN-based products. For those who don’t know, PDRN (sodium DNA) is a regenerative ingredient often used in dermatology treatments for repair, elasticity, and skin rejuvenation. When it’s formulated into skincare, you really get that plump, strengthened, “skin-bounce” effect.

✨ Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum
This is a Korean cult favorite — it combines PDRN with 5 different peptides, so you’re getting repair + anti-aging in one. The texture is slightly thicker than a watery serum but still sinks in fast without stickiness. I think of it as a plumping and strengthening step — perfect for tired, dull, or dehydrated skin.

✨ PDRN Pink Vita Coating Mask
This one has become my go-to sheet mask. It’s loaded with PDRN plus brightening and hydrating ingredients, and I find it gives that “instant results” look — calmer, more even, and glassy. It’s especially good before makeup because it smooths and preps the skin.

✨ PDRN Overnight Mask
While the overnight mask is great for locking in moisture and soothing the skin overnight, it has more of a heavy, occlusive texture. For me, it’s better if your skin is dry or sensitized and you need barrier recovery. But personally, I prefer the Pink Vita Coating Mask because it feels fresher, gives immediate results, and doesn’t weigh my skin down.

🌸 Why I Love These
Together, these formulas target elasticity, tone, and barrier repair without irritation. The serum strengthens long-term, the Vita Coating Mask gives instant radiance, and the overnight mask is a “rescue” option when skin is stressed.
#pdrn #medicube #koreanskincare
Purcell 24/7 Colostrum Pore Defence Ampoule
This little white bottle feels super unique. It’s packed with probiotics (lactobacillus, bifida, saccharomyces, etc.) plus milk lipids, hyaluronic acid, and vitamin E. It’s meant to balance the skin barrier, tighten pores, and calm sensitivity. The texture is silky without being greasy, and it layers beautifully under other serums.
Japanese Eye Creams
	•	Placenta Whitening Eye Cream (blue tube): Targets dark circles and brightens the under-eye with subtle “tone-up” effects.
	•	Soy Milk Eye Cream (Sana, white tube): Hydrating, soothing, and great if your eye area is sensitive. More nourishing than flashy.
✨ My Favorite “Tone-Up” Sunscreens Right Now ✨

I just got back from Tokyo, and while I was there, I probably tried 20 different sunscreens (yes, really!). Out of all of them, these are the ones that stood out and actually earned a permanent spot in my routine.

1. Biore UV Aqua Rich Tone Up (lavender tube)
	•	Lightweight, watery texture that sinks in instantly.
	•	Leaves skin looking brighter and more even, without any heavy residue.
	•	Like most Biore sunscreens, this one works beautifully on all skin tones—no white cast.
	•	Absolutely zero “sunscreen smell,” which is a big win.

2. Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence (pink + blue tube)
	•	Similar to the Biore in texture: thin, hydrating, and easy to layer under makeup.
	•	Adds a subtle radiance to the skin—perfect for that natural glow.
	•	Again, very inclusive: no noticeable cast even on deeper skin tones.

3. Dr. G Black Snail Glutathione Tone Up Sun (black tube)
	•	A little heavier, with more of that classic tone-up finish.
	•	Important note: while it gives a brightened, smooth look on lighter skin tones, it’s not ideal for darker skin because it can leave a visible white cast.
	•	Works best as a primer-type base if you want a slightly more “polished” look under makeup.

4. Biore UV Aqua Rich Aqua Protect Mist (blue spray bottle)
	•	Ultra-light mist that makes reapplication ridiculously easy.
	•	No sticky finish, no white cast, and still gives that subtle brightening effect.
	•	Perfect for mid-day touch-ups over makeup or while on the go.

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✨ Overall Thoughts ✨
After testing so many formulas in Tokyo, these are the four that actually impressed me. Biore sunscreens remain the most versatile—perfect for deeper skin tones, lightweight, and no cast. The Dr. G Black Snail is beautiful but best for fair to medium tones. And the best part? None of these formulas have that dreaded sunscreen smell.
✨ My Asia Beauty Edit: New Finds + Old Favorites ✨

I just got back from Tokyo where I probably tried over 100 products in two weeks 🤯 and these are the ones that actually made it into my routine.

🌸 Sunscreens
	•	Biore UV Tone Up (lavender): Brightening, no cast, super light.
	•	Skin Aqua Tone Up (pink/blue): Hydrating + radiant, layers perfectly under makeup.
	•	Dr. G Black Snail: Smooth + brightening, but ⚠️ leaves a white cast on deeper skin tones.
	•	Biore UV Mist: Zero cast, zero smell, perfect for reapplication.

🌸 Serums + Treatments
	•	Purcell Colostrum Ampoule: Probiotic-packed, balances barrier + tightens pores.
	•	Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum: Plumping + repairing cult favorite.

🌸 Masks
	•	PDRN Mask: Ultra hydrating + glow-giving.
	•	Anua Niacinamide Mask: Brightens + calms redness.

🌸 Eye Creams
	•	Placenta Whitening (blue): Brightening under-eyes.
	•	Sana Soy Milk (white): Gentle + hydrating for sensitive eyes.

🌸 Hand Care
	•	Kose Q10 Extra Guard (gold): Rich + protective.
	•	Q10 Whitening (pink/red): Peach scent + brightening.
	•	Q10 Wrinkle (rose gold): Moisturizing + anti-aging.
	•	Atrix Peach Tea (teal): Lightweight + juicy scent.

🌸 Other Finds
	•	Laka Lip Tint: Juicy, natural tint — your lips but better.
	•	Orbis Essence Hair Milk (Cinnamoroll 💕): Lightweight leave-in that smooths frizz + softens hair.

✨ After trying so much, these are the products that actually impressed me. Asian beauty always reminds me: youth = hydration + an even complexion (no bleaching needed ✨).

#AsianBeauty #KBeauty #JBeauty #BioreUV #Medicube #KoseCosmeport #Orbis #LakaBeauty #SkincareRoutine #GlowingSkin
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