I've Been Testing This Affordable Korean Skincare Brand for Less Than a Week and My Face Is Already Glowing

Product type: Cleanser

If you're looking for a cleanser to melt away any traces of makeup, then look no further. Beauty of Joseon's cleansing balm effectively cleanses the skin and leaves you with a glowing finish. The formula is enriched with rice extracts and ginseng to hydrate the skin and add that sought-after glow.

My review: I am a big cleansing balm fan, but I'm fussy when it comes to different formulas. I don't like anything too rich, but I also want something that will remove my makeup with ease. This balm does exactly that. It feels incredibly soft on the skin, gently melting away any impurities and leaving you with a hydrated, radiant complexion that doesn't feel greasy or oily.

Product type: Cleanser

Next up is another cleanser that is ideal for oily skin types. This formula works to gently exfoliate the skin, which is why I love to use this as my second evening cleanse. It features 24% green plum water, which is a naturally derived AHA. This ingredient works to remove dead skin cells and congestion, resulting in a brighter, more even skin tone.

My review: This cleanser has a refreshing gel texture that feels amazing on the skin. It foams up once you start to rub it in, and while I'm not usually a fan of foaming formulas, this one didn't feel drying or stripping in the slightest. Instead, my skin was left feeling clean, radiant and more balanced overall.

Product type: Toner

This was probably the product that I was most excited to try, and it did not disappoint. The milky toner has been designed to soothe and nourish skin thanks to its hydrating formula, leaving you with a beautifully dewy finish. However, this product isn't just for dry skin types. Yep, the dual-layer formula also helps to minimise visible oil and shine, so oily or combination skin types can rejoice knowing that this won't leave your skin greasy or overly shiny.

My review: I don't normally use a toner, but I couldn't wait to add this into my routine. I apply a few drops into my hands after cleansing before gently pressing the product into the skin, and my complexion is left soothed and hydrated.

Product type: Serum

If you want to take your glowy skin up a notch, say hello to the Glow Deep Serum from Beauty Of Joseon. Ideal for dull skin types, this lightweight formula features 68% rice bran water and 2% arbutin to help even out your skin tone and leave you with a radiant finish.

My review: Some serums can feel quite heavy on my skin, but not this one. While the lightweight formula can take a little while to sink in (the skin can feel quite tacky at first), after a few minutes, all I'm left with is a baby-soft complexion and a subtle glow.

Product type: Moisturiser

This might just be one of my favourite Beauty of Joseon products of all time. I normally stray away from richer moisturisers because of my combination skin, but this formula has been designed with all skin types in mind. Packed with rice bran water, ginseng water, squalane and niacinamide, the nourishing cream hydrates while reducing the appearance of excess oil. The result? A balanced complexion that is positively glowing.

My review: If your skin is feeling a little dry or dull, I recommend adding this moisturiser to your basket ASAP. My skin has never looked (or felt) so soft, plump and dewy.

Product type: SPF

This Korean SPF came highly recommended to me from our beauty editor, Eleanor Vousden, so I couldn't wait to give it a go. Suitable for all skin types, the incredibly lightweight formula sinks into the skin in seconds and leaves you with a glowy, nourishing complexion that will make you look forward to applying your SPF every single day.

My review: In my opinion, this feels more like a luxury face cream than a daily SPF. I genuinely look forward to my morning skincare routine as I know that this will be the last product I get to use. It's practically invisible on the skin and creates the most radiant base for your makeup.

Product type: Eye serum

I know a retinal eye cream sounds scary, but this one is suitable for retinal beginners and those of you with sensitive skin. Yep, this formula features 2% retinal liposome to help tackle fine lines, while ginseng root extract, niacinamide and glycerin work to hydrate, brighten and soften the skin.

My review: I normally avoid retinal eye creams but I was delighted to hear that this was suitable for sensitive skin. The pump format makes it easy to apply and the lightweight cream leaves your under-eyes positively glowing.

Product type: Face mask

While a face mask isn't part of my typical skincare routine, I was excited to try this one from Beauty of Joseon. It features a blend of 5% honey and natural rice hull powder to buff away dead skin cells, hydrate the skin and leave you with an even glow. Plus, Kaolin clay helps to reduce excess oil, making this a great option for a range of skin types.

My review: I won't lie, I do find a face mask a bit of a faff. Not only are they a mess to apply, but you end up having to leave them on for quite a while, making your skincare routine a lot longer. However, this mask comes with a handy spatula, meaning you don't have to worry about making a mess, and although I did have to leave it on for 15-20 minutes, the results were worth it. It has a grainy texture, but it doesn't feel harsh on the skin. Instead, it made my complexion feel so soft and fresh.