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My Skincare Shelf Is a Mix of Three Continents

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My Skincare Shelf Is a Mix of Three Continents

Living in Korea, I'm surrounded by so many amazing products. And yet, my beauty shelf is still a mix of Korean, European, and American products. These are a few I've been obsessed with, down to the last drop. Some I've used for years, and one I'm on my third bottle of.

Le Labo Another 13 Is Worth the Repurchase

This is my third bottle. My absolute favorite. Feminine without being overpowering, with so many subtle layers. It keeps me curious, and I never get tired of it. The label shows it was made for me at Incheon Airport back in 2021, and I've been wearing it ever since.

Hand holding a Le Labo Another 13 perfume bottle with a personalized label showing it was made for Monica at Incheon Airport
My third bottle of Le Labo Another 13

La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Is My Little Skin Secret

A thick layer before bed every night, and I wake up with my skin looking so, so good. This French pharmacy staple has become a permanent part of my routine. It's not glamorous, but it works.

Hand holding a La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+ tube against a floral background
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5+

Caudalie Vinoperfect Sinks in Beautifully

I use it right after the toner, and it sinks in beautifully. Smells great too. This dark spot serum from Caudalie has been in my rotation for a while now, and it's one of those products that just does what it says.

Hand holding a Caudalie Vinoperfect Brightening Dark Spot Serum bottle with white dropper cap
Caudalie Vinoperfect Dark Spot Serum

d'Alba White Truffle Spray Goes Everywhere With Me

Been using this forever. Light, easy, and that first little boost of moisture feels fresh. The small bottle comes everywhere with me. It's become one of those products I can't imagine my routine without.

Hand holding a d'Alba Piedmont White Truffle Vital Spray Serum bottle with gold spray cap
d'Alba White Truffle Vital Spray Serum

Your Go-To Products Deserve to Be Finished

These four products represent a mix of Korean, European, and American beauty. They're proof that great skincare doesn't have to come from one place. The best products are the ones you actually use, down to the last drop.

All four beauty products laid on a colorful floral fabric with text asking What are your go-to beauty products atm
The full collection of September empties

It's the same approach I take with everything from finding the right eyewear expert to building a routine that actually works. Find what works, stick with it, and don't overthink it.

What are your go-to beauty products?