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Sleek Mode Activated
My hair stylist and I often found ourselves at a total loss when it came to remedying my damaged hair. I had spent hundreds of dollars on salon products that promised results but only ended up burning and irritating my scalp. The UNOVE Frizz Calming Sleek Leave-In Conditioner is priced at $26, which is a bargain compared to the salon leave-in conditioners that typically range from $20 to over $40 for professional-grade bottles, with luxury brands sometimes exceeding $70.

Kristine Ohkubo
1 day ago4 min read


Finding Your Perfect Lotion: The Quest for Skincare's Cinderella
I have been constantly searching for a moisturizer to combat the dry, itchy feeling that often follows my showers. This search has felt akin to the story of Cinderella, where the prince tirelessly searches for his beloved with a single glass slipper, hoping to find the perfect fit. After much trial and error, the glass slipper finally fit! I discovered a luxurious moisturizing body lotion that has transformed my skincare routine: the UNOVE Glow Body Lotion.

Kristine Ohkubo
4 days ago3 min read


Unpeeling The Truth Behind exfoliators
Regrettably, contrary to what is often showcased on platforms like TikTok, the Dr. Melaxin Peel Shot does not effectively address concerns such as blackheads, acne, sebaceous filaments, or hyperpigmentation. It appears to be yet another product that has been excessively promoted by paid influencers, which ultimately fails to deliver on its promises.

Kristine Ohkubo
Apr 143 min read


Battle of the Frizz
If you are like me, you step outside on a humid day and immediately feel the transformation into one of those troll dolls that were all the rage during the 1990s, with their wild, frizzy hair standing on end. This phenomenon, known as frizz, occurs primarily due to a lack of moisture in the hair. When hair lacks adequate hydration, the cuticle—the outer layer of the hair strand—lifts up, creating an opportunity for moisture from the air to be absorbed.

Kristine Ohkubo
Apr 23 min read


Top Korean Hair Treatment Products
The Unove Deep Damage Repair Shampoo functions similarly to a clarifying shampoo but is milder, offering a gentle fruity-floral musk fragrance with hints of citrus and sweet berries. It effectively cleanses your hair and scalp, eliminating dirt and residue without leading to dryness, flakiness, or itchiness. My main concerns with my long, color-treated hair were split ends and breakage, but after just one use, I discovered that this shampoo fortifies damaged strands.

Kristine Ohkubo
Mar 313 min read


Is J-Beauty Still Relevant in Today's Skincare Trends?
Many women find themselves investing significant amounts of time, energy, and money into products and procedures that promise to restore their youthful appearance. From skincare regimens filled with anti-aging serums to cosmetic procedures designed to enhance or alter their features, the quest for eternal youth can become an all-consuming endeavor.

Kristine Ohkubo
Mar 303 min read


K-Beauty
Qyo Qyo is a skincare brand inspired by Jeju Island, known for its unspoiled beauty and unique fruit known as Jeju tangerines. These nutrient-rich tangerines are praised for their vivid color and superior quality. Qyo Qyo utilizes this fruit to develop a gentle and effective skincare line aimed at nourishing, revitalizing, and enhancing the skin's natural glow.

Kristine Ohkubo
Mar 294 min read


The Surprising Benefits of Kimchi for Achieving Healthy Skin
Consuming kimchi daily can support the pursuit of "glass skin" from the inside out by improving digestion and providing essential antioxidants that combat oxidative stress. This holistic approach to skincare underscores the importance of integrating healthy dietary choices with topical skincare routines to achieve optimal skin health and a radiant complexion.

Kristine Ohkubo
Mar 253 min read


The Truth About Popular Beauty Products Revealed
Considering Quasi's price point of $39.99 for a box of four masks, I find myself leaning towards the BIOTIN brand, which retails on Amazon for $19.00 for four masks, equating to just $4.75 per mask. The significant difference in price, coupled with the inclusion of natural extracts in the BIODANCE formulation, makes it a more appealing option in my opinion.

Kristine Ohkubo
Feb 165 min read


Yuri Korean Beauty
I plan to continue using this product as part of my regular skincare routine until the entire product is used up. However, will I continue using it afterwards? Likely not, given the concerns surrounding the brand's transparency and authenticity.

Kristine Ohkubo
Feb 164 min read

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