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6 Women-Owned K-Beauty Brands to Shop for International Women's Day
March 06, 2023
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 ...
#SVDupesAlert: 10 Best Affordable K-Beauty Dupes for Viral Beauty
March 02, 2023
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 ...
What's Next For FRUDIA? A Peek into 2023's New Launches
February 28, 2023
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, ...
STYLEVANA Exclusive: Put Your Best Glow Forward with Our New VANA Box
February 23, 2023
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 ...
STYLEVANA Exclusive: New VANA Box with 7 Most-Hearted Makeup Picks
February 22, 2023
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
February 20, 2023
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 ...
You Have This in Your Routine, Now Try Add This for Elevated Skin
February 14, 2023
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 ...
Want to Switch Things Up? Get to Know These Underrated Serums
February 10, 2023
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 ...
Best Serum Cocktail Recipes to Save Your Winter Skin
January 25, 2023
Best Serum Cocktail Recipes to Save Your Winter Skin
Winter is in full swing and, truth be told, my skin isn’t liking it. With a change in humidity, exposure to indoor heaters, and blustery winds, my skin is getting drier and duller by the day… Thankfully, I’ve done the legwork of finding the perfect serum cocktail recipes for different skin issues that you and I might fall victim to, like flaky skin, itchy patches, and rosacea. Whether it’s hydration-boosting or ...
Why is Jojoba Oil Good for Your Skin and Hair in Winter?
January 16, 2023
Ingredient 101: Why Enzyme Skincare is the Latest Miracle Worker for Your Skin
Do you ever feel like your skin is—how should I put this—extra “naked” during winter? When your skin is being exposed to the cold, harsh weather all day without a coat of protection to lock in the moisture, it makes a brutal case for itchiness, flaking skin, or even severe peeling. That’s when facial oil comes in and rescues your skin from the wintry woes. Jojoba oil, in particular, ...