Reviews

Welcome to Editor’s Deep Dive, a series where your trusted Stylevana editor dives deep into the latest and greatest of skincare, makeup and beauty to offer you a bite-sized review. Our goal is to break down a formula for you and get you up to speed about everything you need to know about it, helping you decide whether it’s worth a spot in your routine or not. Whether you’ve got questions about the formula, the texture, the finish, we’ve got you covered. Click onto your FYP or Explore page and ...

One thing we truly appreciate about Korean beauty is that there’s so much to explore. No matter who you are or what you’re seeking, there are countless brands out there to satisfy your needs to the T. At times these brands can seem difficult to find, and in truth it can be difficult to cut through the noise of it all, especially when they’ve yet to break through into the mainstream. Now, it’s time for us to stop gatekeeping the goods and let you in on these 6 K-beauty ...

Proudly presenting the newest addition to the VANA Box lineup: the Year-End Editor’s Choice VANA Box! As 2024 draws to a close, we wanted to give you a highlight reel of the editor-approved greatest hits of the year, leading to the birth of this VANA Box. Inside you’ll find 6 skincare items made to be incorporated into your daily routine to achieve strong, healthy and bouncy skin, with vegan and sensitive skin-friendly picks from hit K-beauty brands amongst the lot. Best of all, you ...

We’ll typically attribute most of the perfected outcomes of our skincare, makeup and hair and body care to our products, but sometimes it's the beauty tools that are the unsung heroes. The right tools play an underrated role in taking our complexions to the next level or getting that foundation application just right. They’re what make our routines all the more effective, convenient and mess-free, and it doesn’t matter if you’re a beauty newbie or connoisseur: the right ...

Serums have become an integral part of the skincare routine, elevating a basic regimen to better treat your skin type and target your skin concerns. From the never-ending selection of serums available on the market, you have your pick of specific ingredients, textures and finishes to tailor your routine to personal preferences. As we make our way through fall, we know for a fact that your skin’s in need of an extra boost, be it a hit of moisture or a nourishing touch. Below are the best ...

Advent Calendar season is our favorite at Stylevana HQ: amongst the hustle and bustle of the start of the festive season is the wonder of the Stylevana Advent Calendar, arguably the best gift of the year for your loved ones and even for yourself. The Stylevana Advent Calendar 2024 is packed with 25 days worth of seasonal cheer and full-sized beauty gifts - each door is just waiting to be unlocked and cherished! This year’s Advent Calendar is the most exciting one yet, and our Stylevana ...

Did you hear the news? The Stylevana Advent Calendar 2024 is now live! We’ve already dropped the Days 1-12 of the Advent Calendar reveal, which you can check out here, and this will be your guide to the following Days 13-25. This year’s Advent Calendar is extra special as for the first time ever, we’re including a bonus Day 25 gift to prolong the festive joy. Remember to shop your Calendar ASAP before this limited edition drop sells out for good, and without further ado, keep scrolling to ...

Sound the alarms: the Stylevana Advent Calendar 2024 is available for purchase NOW! Every year our goal is to exceed your expectations and delight with our festive year-end launch, and this year’s Advent Calendar is the ultimate gift to receive. We’ve taken a new approach to our Calendar design, making the box more compact to reduce environmental waste. Inside you’ll find 25 days worth of full-size beauty goodies from hot K-beauty brands, including Round Lab, ETUDE and medicube, to revamp your ...

We’re celebrating the height of the summer the best way we know how: with an all-new limited edition VANA Box drop! Say hello to the Keep Cool Crew VANA Box, serving you hot skincare essentials to battle excess sebum, stave of sensitivity and get you feeling cool and refreshed all through the season. You get to save over 50% on fan-fave K-beauty brands like SKIN1004 and Haruharu Wonder, with a total of 6 routine players to upgrade your summer routine. As always, our VANA Boxes won’t ...

Packing for a holiday can be such a daunting task: you never know what you might need while on your vacay, or what items will just end up as dead weight in your luggage. I’ve certainly made mistakes in the past when it comes to striking a balance, but through trial and error, I’ve perfected the art of packing for a tropical summer holiday. Below is my must-have full-body checklist of items that have proven their worth and will definitely be joining me on my next adventure, featuring ...