If our years of experience within the K-beauty game has taught us anything, it’s that when a product starts climbing the ranks of our bestsellers list, it’s not for no good reason. We’ve done some sleuthing to bring you the season’s top skincare picks and beauty fan favorites, as approved by our loyal VANA community, that have dominated their top shelves and deserve a spot on your own. From the travel-friendly acne-treating routine to the heavenly after-sun mask treatment, our list is brimming with heavy-hitters that will get you making repeat purchases. Without further ado, here are this season’s most repurchased beauty buys.


No. 1

SOME BY MI - AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne SOS Kit

SOME BY MI - AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne SOS Kit

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - SOME BY MI

With so many of our VANA fans jetting off on their summer vacays, it's no surprise that so many of them have been adding the SOME BY MI AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne SOS Kit to their carts. The 4-piece kit contains everything you need to tackle excess sebum, buildup and unexpected breakouts, the magic stemming from the synergistic blend of skincare acids, Tea Tree Water and Witch Hazel extracts that clear and clarify the skin.


No. 2

Kao - Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF50+ PA++++

Kao - Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF50+ PA++++

Courtesy of Japanese Skincare Brand - Kao

We’ve yet to find anyone that doesn’t like the Kao Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF50+ PA++++ and it ticks off all the boxes of what we’d expect from a high-performance sunscreen: lightweight, white cast-free, non-greasy, non-sticky, the list goes on. It contains Aqua Micro Capsules that release moisture when applied, with Hyaluronic Acid and Royal Jelly extract ensuring the complexion remains hydrated throughout the day. Users of all skin tones swear by this formula to keep them protected and nourished on a daily basis.


No. 3

VT - Collagen Reedle Shot 100

VT - Collagen Reedle Shot 100

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - VT

You’ve heard of the VT Collagen Reedle Shot 100, now take your skincare mastery up a notch with the Collagen Reedle Shot 100. The Cica-spiked microneedle treatment comes supercharged with Collagen that addresses sagging skin in need of an elasticity boost. Made for daily use on all skin types including sensitive skin, it serves to refine skin texture, up the skin’s moisture levels and plump up the complexion to refine the appearance of fine lines. In short, it’s the well-aging gem you never knew you needed.


No. 4

AXIS-Y - Vegan Collagen Eye Serum

AXIS-Y - Vegan Collagen Eye Serum

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - AXIS-Y

Eyes wide open folks, the AXIS-Y Vegan Collagen Eye Serum is here to awaken your complexion and ward off those pesky dark circles. In this fast-absorbing gel formula are Collagen, 5 types of Peptides and Vitamin C that deliver intense hydration and nourishment to the undereye area. It’s dispensed by a cooling rollerball tool providing a relaxing massage to tired skin, working to depuff, smooth and brighten all at once. Our VANA community can tell you it’s a real treat in the mornings when you’re completing your AM routine.


No. 5

TirTir - Milk Skin Toner

TirTir - Milk Skin Toner

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - TirTir

The hype with the TirTir Milk Skin Toner is real and this is everything you need to know: the creamy, non-comedogenic formula is loaded with nourishing skin-loving ingredients like moisturizing Ceramide, soothing Panthenol, balancing Niacinamide, and glow-boosting Rice Bran extract. Each comforting layer sinks rapidly into the skin to fortify the skin barrier and reveal a glass skin glow, putting an end to dryness, dullness and irritation in an instant.


No. 6

Round Lab - 1025 Dokdo Water Gel Mask Sheet

Round Lab - 1025 Dokdo Water Gel Mask Sheet

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - Round Lab

In need of a quick-fix skin pick-me-up? The Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Water Gel Mask Sheet has got your back. 8 types of Hyaluronic Acid deliver an intense moisture surge for long-lasting hydration, with Panthenol, Allantoin and Betaine amping up the mask’s soothing and quenching properties, perfect for anyone struggling with a dry and irritated complexion. Think after-sun care, where you can store the mask in the fridge beforehand for an ultra-relaxing skin treatment.


No. 7

numbuzin - No.5 Vitamin-Niacinamide Concentrated Pad

numbuzin - No.5 Vitamin-Niacinamide Concentrated Pad

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - numbuzin

The summer’s season is all about shining your brightest, and the numbuzin No.5 Vitamin-Niacinamide Concentrated Pad is sure to help you achieve your glowy goals. Recommended for those wanting to fade dark spots and achieve a more luminous complexion, the toner pad is formulated with a cornucopia of brightening ingredients, including Tranexamic Acid, Glutathione, Niacinamide, Vitamin C and Coenzyme Q10. The jelly side of the toner pad delivers these active ingredients to the skin, while the opposite gauze surface smooths out skin texture.


No. 8

Haruharu WONDER - Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel

Haruharu WONDER - Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel

Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - Haruharu WONDER

Effective exfoliation doesn’t have to be stripping and drying, as proven by the Haruharu WONDER Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel. Think of this formula as the supercharged version of the brand’s OG cleanser, with 3 kinds of AHA included to remove buildup from the pores. Like its sister cleanser, this one also features fermented Black Rice and Bamboo Shoot Bark extracts to support skin barrier health and a more even complexion overall.


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