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'I've tried all the K-beauty products on the market. These are the ones I'd actually repurchase.'

If you saw the amount of Korean beauty products I own, you'd know I have a problem.

But it's an obsession I just can't resist because buying and trying every K-beauty product on the market brings me So! Much! Joy!

What I love about Korean beauty is that there's a huge focus on skin health, which aims to soothe, protect and restore the skin's barrier.

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The high-quality formulas are also often made with natural or gentle ingredients wherever possible (think: Centella Asiatica, rice extracts, heartleaf and ginseng, just to name a few). Couple this with affordable prices (well, compared to skincare industry standards) and girl maths tells me I'm practically making money.

Now, because of this little addiction of mine, I've gained a reputation amongst friends, family and lovely strangers as the go-to gal pal for all things K-beauty.

I'm always hit with the same questions: What products are actually good? What's worth the social media hype? What's just a passing fad?

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And trust me, I get it! it's a true nightmare trying to sift through the millions of TikTok videos all recommending different products.

But that's where I'm here to help.

Contrary to what my overflowing K-beauty cupboards may depict, there are actually VERY few products I would repurchase.

For reference, I have extremely sensitive skin that's prone to any kind of breakout and irritation. Because of this, I have to be very pedantic about the skincare products I use, which means I have no mercy if I have to cull a product from my haul.

After a lot of buying, testing and reviewing, I've categorised products into those I like, those I love and those I AM OBSESSED WITH. And because I believe no one should have to waste their time endlessly researching or spending valuable dollars on so-called viral products that may or may not work, I'm sharing all the K-beauty products that fall into the latter category.

Now, let me introduce you to my Korean skincare ride or dies.

The best Korean beauty products to buy, tested and reviewed.

Purito Wonder Releaf Centella Serum Unscented, $55.

Image: Myer.

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Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream 50ml, $32.95 (usually $45).

You can read my full review here.

Image: Lila Beauty.

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Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam, $25.60 (usually $32).

Image: Adore Beauty.

Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Asiatica Ampoule 100ml, $23.95 (usually $30.50).

You can read my full review here.

Image:Lila Beauty.

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Medicube PDRN Pink Glutathione Serum Mist 100ml, $29.95 (usually $60).

Image:Lila Beauty.

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Mixsoon Bean Essence, $51.12 (usually $63.90).

You can read my full review here.

Image: Adore Beauty.

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Mediheal Madecassoside Blemish Pad, $39.

Image: Myer.

Numbuzin Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Cream 80ml, $28.95 (usually $35).

Image:Lila Beauty.

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Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask 4pk, $37.50.

Image: Adore Beauty.

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Anua 7 Rice Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum 50ml, $26.95 (usually $35).

Image:Lila Beauty.

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Mixsoon Soondy Centella Asiatica Essence 100ml, $58.50.

Image: Myer.

Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum: Ginseng + Renewal, $28.80 (usually $36).

You can read my full review here.

Image: Adore Beauty.

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VT Cosmetics Reedle Shot 300 50ml, $54 (usually $65).

You can read my full review here.

Image:Lila Beauty.

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Medicube Age-R Booster Pro, $349.50 (usually $650).

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Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil, $46.55 (usually $49).

Image: Myer.

Medicube Zero Pore Mild Pad (70 each), $36.95 (usually $50).

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Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum Eye Cream 20ml, $148 (usually $185).

Image: Adore Beauty.

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Numbuzin No.1 Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Serum 50ml, $30.95 (usually $45).

You can read my full review here.

Image:Lila Beauty.

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TirTir Milk Skin Toner 150ml, $59.

Image: Adore Beauty.

Anua Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Dark Spot Correcting Serum 30ml, $35 (usually $24.95).

Image:Lila Beauty.

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Medicube Collagen Night Wrapping Mask 75ml, $42.95 (usually $60).

You can read my full review here.

Image:Lila Beauty.

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Purito Cica Clearing BB Cream, $29.

Image: Myer.

Torriden Solid In Ceramide Lip Essence 11ml, $10.

Image: W Cosmetics.

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