The Best Beauty of Joseon Products

2. The Glow Deep Serum

Let me preface this by saying you can't go wrong with a Beauty of Joseon serum especially if you have dry and sensitive skin, but the Glow Deep Serum is my personal favourite. I struggled with using vitamin C serums and acids on my rosacea-prone skin, and even when I needed to re-build my skin barrier, I was not ready to abandon my skin-brightening ambitions. The Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep serum was perfect. I didn't feel like I was offending my sensitive skin by using it. The serum had soothing ingredients to calm things down, but also 2% arbutin and rice extracts to make an actual difference to my complexion. 

3. Beauty of Joseon Revive Ginseng+Retinal Eye Serum

The Revive Ginseng & Retinal (2%) Eye Serum comes in at number 3 for making a scary ingredient for us sensitive types (retinoids) actually very approachable and lovable! Retinal (with an 'a') is very similar to retinol and will lead to the same results - however, retinal purports to do it quicker, with a much higher exfoliation rate than standard retinol. You'd think, therefore, that this is one solely for experienced retinol users given the faster skin cell turnover rate (increasing the risk of irritation. But it's still surprisingly gentle and hydrating, while delivering excellent results. We've heard reviewers call it the affordable dupe to Medik8's Crystal Retinal 3. If you're noticing fine lines around the eye contour area, this retinal serum is definitely worth a try.

4. Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm

In number 4 is a personal favourite of the Kanvas Beauty team! The Beauty of Joseon's Radiance Cleansing Balm feels and works like a high-end product (but isn't priced like one). It is seriously spa-like, and there is nothing to dislike or even feel indifferent about. Ingredients? Beautiful. The sherbet formula includes brightening rice water and fermented grains. The performance? Elite. It remove absolutely everything, from stubborn makeup to excess sebum. And the experience? Chef's kiss. It's luxe from the way it melts like butter upon contact with skin, to the residue-free finish. And it’s worth adding that one jar lasts for ages. In fact, we’d bet that if you’re not a double fan of double cleansing, this balm will convert you. It’s one of those products that you feel weirdly excited to use.

5. The Dynasty Cream

And rounding out our top 5 is the Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream! This affordable anti-aging moisturizer blends natural ingredients such as ginseng, rice extracts and honey to brighten and tighten skin for a more youthful complexion. If you want a deep dive into its ingredients and performance on combination skin, check out this Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream Review here. One of our favourite things about this cream is its dense, sort-of “chewy” texture, making it more interesting than your standard moisturizer. It's not a boring cream, but clean and simple enough to work in harmony in a routine full of active ingredients.

Beauty of Joseon Reviews in 100 words or less

• Beauty of Joseon Sunscreen review: Dewy, not greasy. No cast. Feels like a moisturiser. Best on dry to balanced skin. Can get a bit shiny after multiple re-application. Sits well under makeup.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum review: Good for acne-prone AND dry skin. 2% niacinamide and propolis. Hydrating. Use in combination with retinoids or acids. Makes skin smoother.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Revive Serum review:Snail serum. Not goopy. Best used on persistently dry skin. Can be too occlusive for oily skin. Use after exfoliating or scrubbing. Try it after Green Plum Toner for a visible difference in your skin texture. 
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Calming Serum review: Green tea and panthenol serum. Use on damaged skin barrier or rosacea-prone skin. Viscous, feels so good. Once your skin recovers, upgrade to Glow Deep.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum review:Arbutin serum. Works without damaging your skin barrier. Needs at least 2+ months of consistent use to see results though.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Eye Serumreview: Contains a retinoid, but doesn't dry skin out. Feels moisturising but pat a little face cream over it if you have dry skin. Actually yields results in the fine line department.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Radiance Cleansing Balm review: Spa-level balm cleanser. Clean, feels good, gets makeup off, no residue. Doesn't burn eyes.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream review: Moisturising, pudding-like, not heavy. Suits a layered routine, pairs well with retinol. Sits well under makeup, doesn't melt off your face by the end of the day.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanserreview: Mildly acidic gel cleanser. Those with ultra dry skin found it too drying, those with super oily skin say it doesn't clean enough, so the sweet spot is slightly dry - combo skin. 
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner review: Gentle 2% glycolic acid and 0.5% salicylic acid. Good for mild acne, texture, and hyperpigmentation. Doesn't damage skin barrier but wouldn't use it more than 4x per week.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Matte Sun Stick review:Smooth and super mattifying. For oily skin only. A bit powdery on initial use but that fades. And the matte look actually LASTS for hours (huzzah!).
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water review: Watery, herbal essence with 2% niacinamide. Not super moisturising, better for oily/combo skin. Doesn't irritate, layers well and helps prep for a vit C or retinol serum.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil review: Mid-weight, herbally oil that takes off makeup and SPF really well. Doesn't sting eyes. Feels nourishing, like I'm doing my skin a favour lol.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Light On Serum: Centella + Vita C review: Lovely serum, a bit strong for very sensitive skin (too tingly on mine) so make sure your skin barrier is in good shape before use. Liked it on dry skin.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Sun Serum review: Chemical SPF in a thin-serum, slight fragrance. Best used under mineral makeup or BB cream. Dewy finish, avoid if oily skinned.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Peeling Gel review:Gentle chemical exfoliator, jelly-like texture, smells mildly fruity. Apply on dry skin. Makes skin smoother. Will be too mild for those used to stronger stuff, but good for those who like to exfoliate often.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Water Gel Cream review: Watery, best for oily and dehydrated skin. Layer it over a hydrating toner or essence. Not enough moisture for very dry skin.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Refreshing Pore Maskreview: Gorgeous, earthy, spa-like mask for oily skin, doesn't suck all the moisture out like a typical clay mask.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Sunscreen Relief Sun Aqua-Freshreview: Ultra lightweight, no caste, matte finish. Would use this as a base, and re-apply with the Matte Sun Stick so no sheen builds up during the day.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Ground Rice and Honey Glow Maskreview: Grainy, porridge texture, love the smell, actually makes your skin immediately smoother and pores look less noticeable. Addictive.
  
  
• Beauty of Joseon Glow Replenishing Rice Milk review: Watery, slightly hydrating, does the job of prepping, and free from niacinamide if you're one of those people who are sensitive to it (it is in literally everything these days).
  
  

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