by Rosy Day Blog
Oil + Moisture BalanceI’m reviewing this popular and affordable hanbang brand by the renowned Pkyunkang Oriental Medicine Clinic.Pyunkang Yul is a South Korean skin care brand. They use carefully selected ingredients to insure that they are gentle and safe for your skin. Their basic philosophy is to find and maintain the balance of moisture and oil in order to acheive healthy and naturally glowing skin. Everything about their products is simple, yet highly effective. Even if you’re not familiar with their hanbang/medicinal ingredients, they just somehow work. Bonus: Pyunkang Yul is a cruelty-free brand! Read on to learn more! Disclosure:I bought all of these with my own money from OhLolly. I was not given anything in exchange for this review. I enjoy doing product reviews to share my own experiences with the product and hope someone finds it useful. All of these items were purchased prior to me becoming an OhLolly affiliate. milk vecht root extract, coptis japonica root extract, Astragalus Membranaceus Root ExtractTable of Contents- ATO Wash & Shampoo Blue Label - ATO Lotion Blue Label - Mist Toner - Essence Toner - Moisture Serum - Moisture Ampoule - Oil - Moisture Cream - Nutrition Cream - Balancing Gel - Final Thoughts & Shop This Post Pyunkang Yul ATO Wash & Shampoo Blue Label Mini-ReviewMild + Pure Daily Head-to-toe Cleanser:![]() Final Rating = 2.5/5 (for now) [back up] Pyunkang Yul ATO Lotion Blue Label Mini-ReviewHypoallergenic Lotion for The Whole Family:![]() Final Rating = 2/5 [back up] Pyunkang Yul Mist Toner Mini-ReviewThirst-quenching + Balancing:![]() Final Rating = 3/5 (for now) [back up] Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner Mini-ReviewNutrient-filled + Serum-like Toner:![]() However, being in my 30s I do require some more “oomph” with my toners. Plus I kinda expected this toner to help with my redness, but after using this for almost 2 weeks now, I’ve concluded it does zero for my redness unfortunately. With that said, I think if you’re looking at this line to specifically target redness, they definitely do work better if you use more than one Pyunkang Yul product at the same time. Pretty much all skin types can use this toner unless you prefer your toners to be more watery, then you should try the Mist Toner instead. Despite this toner being more hydrating than the mist version, it’s not heavy at all. If you have oily but dehydrated skin, you can use this essence toner as well. The only thing is that if you have dry skin, you might not find this essence toner hydrating enough, though I guess it would help if you applied multiple layers (if you’re into layering). The special ingredient in this toner is milk vetch (anti-aging & tissue growth) - this ingredient also makes up 91.3% of the product. Like the mist, the toner bottles are available in 2 sizes. The regular 6.7 fl oz. (200 ml) one, and the smaller 3.4 fl oz. (100 ml) one for travel. Final Rating = 3.5/5 [back up] Pyunkang Yul Moisture Serum Mini-ReviewBalancing, Hydrating + Calming:![]() For more dry skin/cold weather, this adds a boost of plumping, yet long lasting hydration to your existing routine. The milky texture makes me feel like I just sheet masked (if you’ve ever used one of those sheet masks that come with a milky white essence). My makeup went on just as smooth and lasted just as long, if not longer with this serum. I also felt like adding the serum to my routine made my face look more plump and refreshed (remember: good hydration is the basis for anti-aging). The special ingredients in this serum are Japanese goldthread (anti-bacterial & anti-inflammatory), arginine/amino acid (protects from photo-aging), and olive fruit extract (vitamins A, D, K & E, and prevents UV damage from prolonged sun exposure). I would definitely buy the full size for myself and I hope to eventually do so in the future so I can comment on any long term results with this serum. Final Rating = 4/5 (for now) [back up] Pyunkang Yul Moisture Ampoule Mini-ReviewSupercharged Moisture Builder:![]() Final Rating = 3/5 (for now) [back up] Pyunkang Yul Oil Mini-ReviewReviving + Restoring Concentrate:![]() Unless you’re an oily-skinned person who is already used to facial oils, I don’t quite think this would be the product to suddenly turn a facial oil hater into a facial oil lover. I do like how this is one of the more affordable facial oils out there. Too many good/interesting ones seem to be over $50 now and not everyone has that kind of money to throw away. I will purchase the full size in the future to see if there’s any long term benefits to using this as a night facial oil (I do not like its texture for during the day). The special ingredients in this oil include jojoba seed oil (anti-inflammatory & repairs skin damage), sunflower seed oil (omega-6 & linoleic fatty acid that helps decrease skin inflammation), shea butter (highly moisturizing & repairs skin damage), wild geranium oil (anti-inflammatory & anti-aging), rosemary leaf oil (iron and calcium & improves circulation), lemon fruit oil (vitamin C & high in antioxidants), lavender oil (reduce redness & acne scarring), and bergamot fruit oil (anti-bacterial & anti-inflammatory). Final Rating = 3/5 (for now) [back up] Pyunkang Yul Moisture Cream Mini-ReviewQuick-Absorbing + Balancing :![]() Final Rating = 3.5/5 (for now) [back up] Pyunkang Yul Nutrition Cream Mini-ReviewNutrient-rich, Intensive Moisturizer:![]() Final Rating = 3/5 [back up] Pyunkang Yul Balancing Gel Mini-ReviewStrong Skin Barrier Maker:This is pretty similar to the Moisture Ampoule except a tad bit thicker and stickier (again this is like the J.One Jelly Pack). While the “balancing” part in its name might make you think that this is just a light hydrating cream meant for more oily/acne-prone skin, you’re wrong. It seals all the good stuff in your skin just like the Moisture Ampoule, but I feel like this product does it better. My skin was definitely plumped and some fine lines filled in when I put this as the very last step of my skin care routine (it’s basically a sleeping pack). My skin still looked good the next morning and felt soft, comfortable and slightly still hydrated. Not at all tight and dry, etc. I even had zero dark circles, LOL. But then again I really layered up on hydration the night before, and I only really get dark circles when I’m very dry around the eye area and a serious lack of sleep. I’d love to buy a full size of this to be able to use it longer and see how my skin does with it in the long run. Possibly even try this together with the Moisture Ampoule to see how the effects potentially double. The special ingredients in this are milk vetch (anti-aging & tissue growth), and jojoba seed oil (anti-inflammatory & repairs skin damage). Out of the other moisturizers, this one does come in 2 sizes: the regular 100 ml one and the smaller 60 ml one for travel.Final Rating = 3.5/5 (for now) [back up] Holistic Health Made Into SkincareI think it is important to focus on your own skin health first, as healthy, hydrated skin can help minimize fine lines as well as help balance skin for less acne and smaller pores. Then you can move onto stronger/more specific targeted treatments to further address those areas of concern. I have tried a lot of basic balancing/hydrating skincare brands and I’ll have to say that this is probably the most affordable/reasonably-priced one I’ve tried so far. Unlike the others, Pyunkang Yul does have a couple of different options depending on your skin type so it’s not like it’s just a basic line for normal to dry-ish skin - even those who are oily and/or acne prone can benefit from using Pyunkang Yul as well. You can refer to OhLolly’s guide here to see which Pyunkang Yul products are recommended for your skin type: https://ohlolly.com/collections/pyunkang-yul-guick-guide Overall, I do appreciate the simple, yet hanbang nature of Pyunkang Yul. If you are looking for more “medicinal” kind of options within the K-beauty world, I definitely recommend checking this brand out. If you are new to K-beauty, it is definitely not all snail creams and whatever else “exotic” ingredients you might be thinking of. Pyunkang Yul products might surprise you with how compatible they are with your skin. In fact, there is nothing wrong with going for more simple products for your base routine. If you have concerns such as acne, dullness, or wrinkles, etc. you should always target those areas with treatments such as serums, ampoules, etc. in addition to a basic routine anyway, as those items are more potent (instead of expecting a cleanser/toner/moisturizer to cure something for you). Basically, don’t be afraid to mix and match your products to get the routine that is just right for you. I hope to try more Pyunkang Yul products in the future (as well as their full sizes), and if I do, I’ll be sure to update this post with more mini-reviews for you. Any questions and/or comments about my Pyunkang Yul brand overview/product reviews? I’d love to hear your thoughts. Please let me know in the comments below! Shop This Post![]() Pyunkang Yul CollectionPhoto Credit: 24Hrs Secret [back up]
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By Rosy Day Blog
Korean Beauty: Hanskin Bio Origin The Ampoule Product ReviewI’m reviewing this to share my experiences on Hanskin's patented 3R system & omega 3, 6 & 9.Disclosure: I bought this product with my own money from Soko Glam. I was not given anything in exchange for this review. I enjoy doing product reviews to share my own experiences with the product and hope someone finds it useful. I do not work for Hanskin or Soko Glam. Brand Overview: Hanskin is a South-Korean brand that is considered to be famous for their science-backed anti-aging products. It's basically the opposite of the typical ingredients you see with fancy plant extracts and other exotic ingredients. Most of their products use their patented 3R System which is a combination of omega 3, 6, and 9. These oils deliver intense hydration as well as lift and tone skin (make it more elastic). Product Description: As quoted from Soko Glam, "This serum is a triple threat: It minimizes fine lines, moisturizes, and seriously brightens skin." Product Claims: As stated above, this product pretty much claims to be an all-in-one multi-tasker for anti-aging, hydration, and brightening. Notable Ingredients:
Dimethicone, Water, Glycerin, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dipropylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Niacinamide, PEG-10 Glyceryl Stearate, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil Unsaponifiables, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate, Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate, Saccharide Isomerate, Adenosine, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Pistacia Lentiscus (Mastic) Gum, Triisostearin, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-1 Distearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, PEG-75, Caprylyl Glycol, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Tocopheryl Acetate, Fragrance (Parfum), Phenoxyethanol, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl-Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Tromethamine, Disodium EDTA, 1,2-Hexanediol, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Tin Oxide (CI 77861), Citric Acid How To Use: The instructions on Soko Glam's website just say to use one to two pumps on your skin. While this is marked an "ampoule", it's actually thicker than most ampoule/serum. I would say that this is more like a very hydrating emulsion. In fact, if you didn't need to layer on a lot of hydrating products, you can probably just use this as your sole moisturizer. HOwever, if you are layering skin care products, definitely use all your lighter more watery products before this, and any thicker creams, balms or oils after this product. Packaging: This product has one of the most feminine yet still sophisticated packaging that I've seen. It's a classic pastel pink kind of color (very romantic looking LOL). If you were to use this as your moisturizer, it's definitely convenient that it comes in a pump bottle (for those of you that hate jars). The only downside I can see with the packaging is that for those of you who are looking specificially for products that look unisex, well this wouldn't exactly fit the bill. Scent & Texture: I'm not that good with describing scents and I couldn't really pick up anything specific with this one. It just pretty much smelled like your typical lotion/skincare product. As far as texture goes, it's like your typical emulsion, however it leave a very nice silky finish on your face, similar to if you were to mix a little bit of facial oil into your moisturizer. Performance: In all honesty I didn't really notice any anti-aging or brightening benefits with this product. However I already have brightening covered in my routine, so perhaps if you didn't already have a product to help with brightening in your routine, this product would at least help in evening out your tone with brightenining ingredients such as niacinamide. This product does have a bunch of anti-aging ingredients so it's still a decent product as far as wrinkle prevention goes. Now where this ampoule really shines is hydration. I always say good hydration builds a solid foundation for the rest of your routine and this is no exception. When your face is well hydrated it just looks more plump, youthful, even, and balanced, etc. As previously mentioned this product does leave a nice silky finish like one might have perfectly mixed their facial oil in with their moisturizer. It makes a good day moisturizer for combo/dry skin (you can add a cream if you're more dry or when it's night), and for oilier skin that still want a bit of anti-aging, this should be fine to use at night. If you are acne prone, you might want to steer away from this product as it does contain dimethicone. If you don't know, dimethicone (or slilicone ingrdients in general) are common in makeup primers and can make some break out as it does tend to clog one's pores. As someone who used to be more oily and acne prone, this product didn't break me out or clog my pores but I always made sure not to go overboard with my skincare products whenever I used this. Pros:
Final Impression: There is such a strong competition when it comes to anti-aging products and anti-aging ingredients (as well as just beauty products in general). While this isn't my favorite anti-aging product, it felt really nice and luxurious to use. My favorite way to use it is as an all-in-one multi-tasking hydration/anti-aging/brightening product when I'm rushed in the mornings and can't layer up on hydration after using tretinoin the night before. This product does help calm down flaky skin (or at least makes it less noticeable). I definitely recommend this product if you're looking for a sort of mid-range beginning anti-aging product. 4/5 = I still enjoyed this product regardless of it having not so noticeable results and I wouldn't mind keeping this in my rotation from time to time. Where to Buy: Soko Glam Similar Products: Here are some other lotion/moisturizer-like essences you might want to try...
Any questions about the product and/or my experience? Just let me know!
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