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150+ Skincare Empties in 1 Year | What I Actually Bought Again

39 products · Jun 13, 2026 · Watch on YouTube ↗

  1. @editbyekat reviewing Round Lab Birch Juice Cleansing Pad at 01:01 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Round Lab$28.00
    • I've been raving about this cleansing pad for ages0:59
    • I love the shape1:01
    • I love the material1:04
    • I love how juicy and soaked it is1:04
    • It is a micellar type cleansing pad, but you can use it as a hydrating toner pad as well1:11
    • I have been loving it for so long1:17
    • This has been a definite repurchase1:20
  2. @editbyekat reviewing TOCOBO Calamine Pore Control Cleansing Oil at 01:53 in a YouTube Shorts video
    TOCOBO$19.98
    • I am in love with this oil1:45
    • The experience just left me wanting more1:53
    • This cleansing oil is incredibly creamy and luscious and cushiony2:20
    • I was just looking forward to using it to take my makeup off every day2:27
    • It makes you want to use it again and again just because the experience is so relaxing and so luxurious2:33
    • It's just divine in terms of the feel, the thickness, how easily it rinses off2:44
    • I reckon it's one of those cleansing oils that I would put in my rotation once in a while just because the experience is so different to anything that I felt before2:53
  3. @editbyekat reviewing B:Lab Cica Soft Meltaway Cleansing Balm at 03:24 in a YouTube Shorts video
    B:Lab$9.98
    • I rather enjoyed the experience because the cleansing balm came in a tube and there's something about not having it in a jar that is attractive to me3:24
    • It's so affordable
    • It's really a no-brainer
  4. @editbyekat reviewing B:Lab Matcha Hydrating Foam Cleanser at 04:17 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • I just love the hint of matcha that it gives me4:12
    • The foam is luxuriously creamy and you don't have to exert any effort to produce the foam from this cleanser4:17
    • This is one of those super foaming but super gentle cleansers4:27
    • It's right up my alley
  5. @editbyekat reviewing Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel at 04:56 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • I love rice, so it really felt like a no-brainer for me5:05
    • It gives you this extra something even though the texture and the feel is supposed to be quite similar to the original version4:56
    • I love to have this one in my shower4:45
  6. @editbyekat reviewing Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Bubble Foam at 05:30 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Round Lab$14.99
    • One of my absolute favorite cleansers and it's probably the cleanser I would recommend to absolutely everybody5:14
    • I just love to use this cleanser in the morning5:30
    • Super gentle5:35
    • It's always gentle on my barrier no matter how compromised it is5:35
    • I am a lazy girl. I like self foaming cleansers in the morning because I don't have to produce my own foam5:42
  7. @editbyekat reviewing 107 Beauty Chaga Jelly Low pH Cleanser at 06:11 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • I really liked the old version and it smells so good6:03
    • It kind of has this invigorating bergamot type scent and when you wash your face it just wakes up your senses6:11
    • It's a very sensorial experience6:18
    • I would only use it in the morning just because it just gives you that energy, you know, ready to tackle the day6:22
  8. @editbyekat reviewing Saborino Unisex Night Mask Black at 07:17 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Saborino$24.89
    • Since this is a unisex mask, the actual sheet is a little bit larger than your standard size7:07
    • It just wouldn't fit so snugly onto my face7:17
    • I feel like I must have found it at such a good price that it was too good to pass up that I bought another one7:21
    • I have no problem using it. I can still use it with my experiment silicon sheet mask over it to hold everything in place7:31
    • I absolutely love Saborino7:46
    • I probably would gravitate towards the night versions more because I don't like the menthol in the morning versions, but other than that, I love them all7:54
  9. @editbyekat reviewing ISEHAN Kiss Me Heroine Make Speedy Mascara Remover at 08:38 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Isehan$14.20
    • This is the mascara remover I use8:34
    • I have repurchases. I have plenty in my stash8:38
    • This is the one I keep coming back to again and again8:41
    • I don't think I need to try anything else8:48
  10. @editbyekat reviewing Anua Heartleaf 77 Soothing Toner at 09:40 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Anua$22.00
    • It's one of my favorite toners because it's just super super lightweight, quite soothing9:34
    • It's very unobtrusive9:40
    • It goes with everything9:43
    • I would spray it in between my skin care layers9:46
    • I would use it on its own9:48
    • I would use it with DIY sheet masking9:51
    • There's just so much you can do, especially when you have a large quantity like this9:53
  11. @editbyekat reviewing Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner Fragrance Free at 10:47 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • The consistency is quite watery, but it has that touch of a body to it, which was absolutely incredible to use with DIY sheet masking10:34
    • It just gives you that instant satisfying feeling, especially when your skin is parched10:47
    • A toner I didn't think I would welcome back into my life, but it's on its way to me10:51
  12. @editbyekat reviewing AESTURA ATO Barrier 365 Hydro Essence at 11:54 in a YouTube Shorts video
    AESTURA$33.00
    • The essence is incredible
    • It's incredible to use when your barrier is not in a great shape11:49
    • I would use it with Medicube AR Booster Pro and I would use several layers of it11:54
    • It just gives me that instant soothing and calming and I just need to use this and nothing else to be honest11:57
    • It has the right thickness to almost coat your skin, give it a little bit of a hug12:05
    • It's quite cushiony12:12
    • It's quite hydrating12:14
    • Glad to have this back in my life again12:16
  13. @editbyekat reviewing COSRX The 6 Peptide Skin Booster at 12:34 in a YouTube Shorts video
    COSRX$25.00
    • I love this guy
    • The pump packaging really does the trick for me12:28
    • This one is quite watery and lightweight12:34
    • It is the consistency of a toner12:37
    • I love that I can just pump it straight onto my face12:37
    • It's incredible to use to prep your skin before the rest of your skincare routine12:46
    • It kind of started an obsession with skin boosters12:50
    • I keep coming back to it again and again13:12
  14. @editbyekat reviewing 107 Beauty Micro Drizzle Hydro Toner at 13:41 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • It's super lightweight with a touch of a body13:35
    • It gives you the hydration, the soothing, just makes me feel great13:41
    • I got another one, so I'll be using it once again and seeing how I feel about it14:06
  15. @editbyekat reviewing By Wishtrend Mandelic Acid Gentle Exfoliating Toner at 14:53 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • It's probably one of the staples in my stash just because it's so gentle and you can use it whenever really14:41
    • It's not your big once in a while exfoliation14:53
    • It's your quiet everyday exfoliation that doesn't really damage your barrier if you use it too much14:56
    • It's an acid that is super gentle as well15:08
    • I use it with a cotton pad
    • My skin just loves the Mandelic at 5%15:29
    • I can still use my activives afterwards, which I love15:37
    • It's not going to interfere with my retinols or any other stuff15:40
  16. @editbyekat reviewing COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence at 16:33 in a YouTube Shorts video
    COSRX$25.00
    • My skin loves it just as an everyday hydrating product, but also when my barrier is slightly damaged, it feels really soothing and calming to me as well16:12
    • I also use it as a quick flash masking16:33
    • Whenever I come out of the shower and I don't want to do my full skincare routine, I just apply a thick layer of this one and wear it until I have to do my skincare routine a few hours later16:36
    • I've been loving this product for so long16:49
  17. @editbyekat reviewing Rovectin Cica Care Clearing Ampoule at 17:26 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Rovectin$26.00
    • I love this line from Rovectin17:07
    • I love the toner
    • I love the balm
    • I love the serum
    • I did repurchase it
    • I do feel it's a little bit pricey for what it is, but I just love it unconditionally17:26
  18. @editbyekat reviewing Transparent Lab Pure Glycerin Face Serum at 17:51 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • This is a really nice hydrating serum17:47
    • It does have a bit of a dimethylon base17:51
    • It feels almost like a primer17:54
    • It's quite nice to wear under makeup or sometimes I would use it as a last step in my skincare routine in the mornings17:56
    • It's very simple, accessible, and quite affordable as well18:05
  19. @editbyekat reviewing Transparent Lab PIH Sun Spot Fading Treatment at 18:31 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • This is a cocktail of brightening ingredients18:24
    • I do enjoy the kind of the mix of ingredients that they offer because they have niacinamide, codic, tranamic18:31
    • It's just a nice allrounder to use as one of your brightening serums18:40
    • It doesn't feel hydrating, but it does feel like a treatment serum18:48
    • I tend to come back to this one once in a while18:54
  20. @editbyekat reviewing SCINIC Skin Relief+ Panthenol 30 Ampoule at 19:20 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • This is a 30% panthenol ampoule
    • It's super soothing for my barrier19:17
    • It has this thickness to it19:20
    • It feels almost oily, but it's just very, very nourishing19:23
  21. @editbyekat reviewing NEOGEN Dermalogy A-Clear Serum at 19:46 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • This is your acne serum with salicylic acid and tea tree19:46
    • It's just a lot of fun to use
  22. @editbyekat reviewing SKINFOOD Royal Honey Propolis Enrich Essence at 20:23 in a YouTube Shorts video
    SKINFOOD$28.00
    • I love the packaging of this20:16
    • It has this click dropper
    • The essence itself, it's one of those hydrating products that you can use anytime, anywhere in any skincare routine20:23
    • It's quite soothing because of the propolis, but also quite lightweight and hydrating at the same time20:33
    • When I finished this one, I was like, you know what? I don't really mind having another one20:40
  23. @editbyekat reviewing Dr.G Bakuchiol Pore-Jet Serum at 21:05 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • The serum itself is geared towards pore care20:54
    • I feel like it's more of a bakuchiol serum21:05
    • It's quite nice
    • Has that thicker lotion consistency21:12
    • It has a slight scent, but the scent is actually quite pleasant21:21
    • I was pleasantly surprised by this one and I wanted to experience it again21:26
  24. @editbyekat reviewing make p:rem Comfort Me. Panthenol Moisture Essence at 22:05 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • It's more a lotion consistency rather than an essence21:56
    • It feels a lot thicker, but boy oh boy is it calming22:05
    • It's incredible for your barrier when you just want that love and attention, something to calm it down, to soothe it22:08
    • It's an excellent product to have on hand22:17
    • I just hope they don't discontinue it anytime soon22:21
  25. @editbyekat reviewing Purito SEOUL Wonder Releaf Centella Serum Unscented at 22:42 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Purito$23.00
    • I love to travel with the serum22:40
    • It's just perfect for all occasions22:42
    • When your skin is stressed, tired, grumpy, acne prone, when it's hot outside and you want something soothing, when you've been in the sun for too long, whatever it is, the Centella, the peptides, the whatever is in here just feels incredible and you can trust it22:45
    • It's one of those trusted serums23:06
    • I feel like no matter the condition, this is going to sort you out23:10
    • I love love love this serum23:20
  26. @editbyekat reviewing KSECRET SEOUL 1988 Serum: Retinal Liposome 2% + Black Ginseng at 23:52 in a YouTube Shorts video
    K-Secret$120.00
    • The feel of the serum is so so good23:48
    • It's lightweight and hydrating23:52
    • You can use it around your eyes, on your neck23:55
    • Even if I use a stronger active, I might still layer this one underneath just because my skin absolutely loves it23:58
    • The love of my life at the moment24:08
    • I will get nervous if I run out of this serum in particular24:12
  27. @editbyekat reviewing numbuzin No.3 Skin Softening Serum at 24:35 in a YouTube Shorts video
    numbuzin$28.00
    • I absolutely adore the numbers in number three skin softening serum24:21
    • It is one of those serums that you use and you just keep reaching for and you're like, it just makes me feel amazing24:35
    • I'm not talking about the results. I'm talking about the experience24:46
    • There is something about it that I just want to put more and more on my face24:47
    • It just feels so so good24:53
    • I want to have more, but I'm stopping myself from buying more24:57
    • This is my safety blanket backup25:02
  28. @editbyekat reviewing Theramid AZID 15% Azelaic Acid Treatment at 25:15 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • One of my most trusted azelaic acid serums25:11
    • I have been using it for years25:15
    • It's super gentle
    • Never had any problems with it
    • It's just this creamy, lightweight, soothing serum25:48
    • One of those that you can literally use day and night and forget about it25:55
  29. @editbyekat reviewing Geek & Gorgeous Retinal a-Game at 26:26 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • I love their retinol26:22
    • It's so so good, so accessible, so affordable, and the formulation is spot on26:26
    • I can sing its praises all day long26:34
  30. @editbyekat reviewing NINELESS A-Control 10% Azelaic Acid Serum at 26:54 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • It's 10% azelaic acid, but it also has a bunch of other really nice ingredients26:48
    • It's a snail mucin base and it's got panthenol, niacinamide26:54
    • It's such a good cocktail to take with you while traveling because it is hydrating, it is soothing, it's got azelaic acid in it27:00
    • It's kind of that one serum that your skin can tolerate while it's traveling, while it's grumpy, while it's stressed27:08
    • The plastic bottle helps27:18
    • It's just one and done situation, but also it's super affordable27:21
    • I tend to still stock up whenever I see it at a good price27:25
    • I just can't help myself27:30
  31. @editbyekat reviewing Genabelle PDRN Vita Toning Ampoule at 28:08 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Genabelle$26.00
    • This is the first PDRN product that I've ever tried and I think I will be coming back to it just because the way it makes my skin feel27:47
    • It's got salmon PDRN
    • It's got vitamin capsules
    • It gives you that really nice nourished, hydrated, healthy glow28:08
    • I really, really love this ampoule
    • I think I'm just going to start going for the larger size whenever I can find it just because it's quickly becoming one of the staples28:15
  32. @editbyekat reviewing Isntree Ultra-Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Serum at 28:50 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Isntree$17.80
    • I love the serum
    • It's just one of those serums that is perfect for me28:44
    • The consistency, how it makes me feel28:50
    • I use it interchangeably with my absolute favorite which is the Torriden28:53
  33. @editbyekat reviewing Torriden DIVE IN Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Serum at 29:40 in a YouTube Shorts video
    Torriden$24.00
    • This is the serum that made me fall in love with hyaluronic acid29:26
    • There's a lot of hype about it, but I love how it makes me feel29:40
    • I enjoy applying it onto my face29:44
    • My skin just craves that hydration that it delivers and that nourishment and soothing29:49
    • I will be coming back to this again and again29:59
  34. @editbyekat reviewing Madagascar Santella Halo Sika Water Fit Sun Serum at 48:58 in a YouTube Shorts video
    SKIN1004$18.20
    • It's one of the best sunscreens out there just because it doesn't give you the shiny face, the hydrating and lightweight feel, and the packaging is amazing48:58
  35. @editbyekat reviewing Skin Aqua Super Moisture Barrier UV Gel at 49:31 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • I love this guy
    • It's one of those lightweight lotion gel consistency49:25
    • I can just feel it gripping onto my face49:31
    • I think I love the reassurance that it gives me that no matter what I go through throughout the day, this sunscreen will stay on my face and not go anywhere49:33
    • Also feels great under makeup49:44
    • It's the sunscreen I would gravitate towards whenever I leave my house for a full day and I'm not very good at reapplying49:48
  36. @editbyekat reviewing AXIS-Y Vegan Collagen Eye Serum at 50:32 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • This is the famous ball applicator and it's just so convenient to travel with50:23
    • I absolutely enjoyed it50:32
    • The kind of soothing and cooling effect that the applicator gives you50:35
    • The serum is super lightweight50:40
    • It's really an undetectable layer under your eyes50:44
    • I wouldn't even think about putting a heavy cream or cream of any sort in the morning for my under eyes, but I would use this and I would use this with pleasure50:47
  37. @editbyekat reviewing Medi Deep Moisture Melty Type at 51:26 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • I started noticing that it irritates my lips51:20
    • I'm not sure whether it's the honey flavor or the SPF in the lippy51:26
    • I'm going to try the unscented one and see how I get on
  38. @editbyekat reviewing Tear Tier Mask Fit Makeup Fixer at 52:13 in a YouTube Shorts video
    TIRTIR$15.00
    • I've been using it so much and it's not even a skincare product51:56
    • I kind of fell in love52:13
    • I just started using it every single day and there's just something about it52:15
  39. @editbyekat reviewing 107 Beauty Scalp Purifying Microbiome Shampoo at 53:03 in a YouTube Shorts video
    • I love this shampoo53:00
    • It's one of the best clarifying shampoos that I've tried53:03
    • It's super enjoyable to use and there's something about it that you just gravitate towards it53:06
    • I think it's one of the shampoos that I plan to use for quite a while53:24

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