Skincare

Sound the alarms: our new VANA Boxes of the season are here! ICYMI, we’ve already dropped the deets on the Most-Hearted Makeup Collection VANA Box and Best Glow Forward Set VANA Boxes, so make sure you’re caught up before you explore our latest one. This time round, we’re ever-so-excited to introduce the Spring In Your Step Routine *cue trumpet sounds* The curated selection, starring SOME BY MI, SKIN1004 and more, comprises all that you need to revamp your skincare routine ...

You’ve likely heard of Probiotics in the context of digestion, yogurt or supplements, and seen products on our shelves that are formulated with them. But what exactly are Probiotics, and what benefits do they bring to the table? Consider this your guide to all things Probiotic skincare, the maintenance of the microbiome, and how you can include this underrated ingredient into your routine. Just start scrolling to learn more. Let's start with the microbiome In order to understand what ...

A round of applause for the incredible women in our lives: March 8th marks International Women’s Day! We had to place the spotlight on our top-rated Korean beauty brands that you may or may not know are owned by women, in support of the boss ladies that are absolutely killing the game. These women and brands are making waves in the industry for their positive philosophies, beloved products, and for making the beauty space a more inclusive place. Here are the women-owned K-beauty brands ...

Luxury products are an absolute treat to have, but they typically come with steep markups; not only do you pay for the product, but also brand name, packaging, marketing, and a host of other costs. When it comes down to the product itself and whether it works, it might just be an added heartbreak to part with your hard-earned money for those unnecessary costs. We are firm believers that a more expensive price tag doesn’t equate to a better product, and we’ve got the beauty picks to ...

Korean beauty takes pride in its innovation, tuned solutions to skin concerns, and equally as important, the value of using the right ingredients. We see a lot of brands expertly formulating herbal ingredients and vitamins, but when it comes to fruits, nobody does it like FRUDIA. You might have spotted picks from the band in our VANA Awards or VANA Boxes and it’s no coincidence: approved by the VANA Team and Family, FRUDIA offers high quality fruit-derived skincare at affordable prices, ...

Surprise: our 2nd VANA Box of the season is here! After dropping the Most-Hearted Makeup Collection VANA Box, let us introduce you to the Best Glow Forward Set, a compilation chock-filled with glow-boosting skincare essentials to revitalize and renew the skin with over 50% OFF in savings. Expect an out-of-this-world radiance with our 6 selected glow-getters, featuring SOME BY MI, SKIN1004 and more leading K-beauty brands. It’s available RIGHT NOW and if there’s one thing you need to ...

Get your wallets ready: a new season is upon us and with that brings a brand new VANA Box collection! Today we’re proudly presenting the first box of 3 launches this season, the Most-Hearted Makeup Collection VANA Box *cue fanfare*. Made up of 7 beloved makeup items, including a cult-fave mascara and a glitter trio that’s practically stars captured in a jar, they’re guaranteed to complete your makeup routine for any occasion, day or night.You’ll find picks that the ...

6 Ingredients Your Skin Barrier Will Love Want to know the secret to *really* good skin? It all starts with a healthy skin barrier which, little did we know, is one of the hottest skincare trends set to take over in 2023. When your skin gets itchy, irritated, or feels like burning, it’s actually a sign that you damaged your skin barrier which can lead to breakouts, rashes, premature wrinkles, and more. But rest assure, here are a few ingredients that can help fix it up like a pro. So ...

Look into your current skincare lineup and you’ll probably spy a “Hyaluronic Acid ___" here and a “Vitamin C ___" there. No routine is complete without its backbone, the basic ingredients that build its foundation, but this is only the beginning. With the right skincare combinations and ingredient pairings, you have the potential to level up on your skincare journey and achieve your best skin yet. Wondering how to up your glowiness or put an end to texture? You’ve come ...

K-beauty serums have caused much fanfare over the years, with some accumulating cult followings like the BEAUTY OF JOSEON Glow Serum : Propolis + Niacinamide, or Dear, Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop. We constantly see them raved about on our FYP and Explore feed, and we agree for very good reason. However, some serums don’t get the same recognition but definitely should not be slept on. As K-beauty experts, we had to give these hidden gems their time in the spotlight and share them to ...