Just wanted to clarify for anyone a bit confused - retin-AL has become an often used abbreviated form of the word retinALdehyde (not sure why, as it's just confusing to many), and it is stronger than retinOL. They are both over-the-counter retinoids. The term RETINOID is the "umbrella term" for ALL Vitamin A derivatives, including prescription tretinoin/Retin-A, now over-the-counter Differin (adapalene), retinAL/retinaldehyde, retinol, and retinyl esters such as retinyl palmitate, retinyl acetate, retinyl propriate, retinyl linoleate, etc. I've noticed many people incorrectly using the term RETINOL as the umbrella term for all Vitamin A derivatives (not you Kelly! :) ), in place of the correct term RETINOID. Retinol is but only one form of retinoid. Hope that helps clear up any confusion for some. :) I really want to try that Beauty of Joseon Eye Serum, by the way!!!
@morgianasartre6709 Жыл бұрын
Yes, I have noticed many people using the term "retinoid" thinking that it means retinoic acid (like "retinol vs retinoid") and I still don't get where that confusion stems from.
@jenneroberts7219 Жыл бұрын
It’s great to clarify the retinoids. So many content creators get them mixed up. I appreciate Kelly’s understanding of ingredients and her emphasis on gentle but effective products.
@oneeyebeauty Жыл бұрын
YAY! The video we've all been waiting for! I love how all your recommendations are affordable & deeply hydrating :) (Will check out the Dokdo toner & Purito balm) Thank you Kelly! Wish you a very Happy New Year ❤
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed this! Happy New Year!💖
@niklaus009 Жыл бұрын
Ahh the Queen has finally spoken! Super enjoyable video and I deeply appreciate all the hard work, knowledge and research you do to educate us. Thank you so so much for consistently showing up (with bangers!) and can’t wait to love and support you through next year. I trust you wholeheartedly and honestly feel anxious if I’m looking into a product you haven’t mentioned. One such new product is the Peach Slices Redness Relief Azelaic Acid 10% Serum and it’s wonderfully gentle with calming and soothing ingredients. Have a happy holidays, take care and wish you a blessed and prosperous New Year, Kelly!❤❤
@kiranielsen5611 Жыл бұрын
Love your look🤩 totally gives me 70s Charlie’s Angels vibes😍
@AwakingOceanborn Жыл бұрын
I will be attempting a no-buy next year (of course if I completely run out of something I will replace it) so I’m stocking up on skincare that’s running low and I’m so happy to see a few of the products I just ordered in this video. The cleanser, the Dokdo and the Oat toner.
@watchingreviews528 Жыл бұрын
My favorite discoveries of 2022 were the Wishtrend sunscreen and ceramide serum, the Skin1004 sun serum, the Beauty of Joseon retinal eye serum, the Glow Recipe guava eye cream, the Innisfree black tea youth essence, the Drunk Elephant Bouncy Brightfacial, the Geek & Gorgeous C-Glow and retinal products, and the Mary & May blackberry cream essence. I think I’ll stop there. 😂
@Justin_Osugi Жыл бұрын
Amazing recommendations! I hope you try more from round lab in 2023. I love the whole soybean line, especially the serum which is loaded with ceramides.
@wassermelonification Жыл бұрын
it was you who got me hooked on rescue balm. literally rescued me! I completely stopped using foundation. I also discovered hero sunscreen, the first physical sunscreen I really adore, so good!! Thank you for your endless effort!!!
@toanle8897 Жыл бұрын
I can't agree on the Scinic sunscreen more. I have tons of sunscreen, but I can't keep my hands from coming back to it. Happy new year, Kelly. Be more fabulous in 2023.
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Happy new year!
@barbarar5869 Жыл бұрын
Haven't seen anyone talk about the Pyunkang Yuk cream. I checked out the ingredients list and it looks interesting
@baileeeden9 ай бұрын
I ADORE the KORRES face mask I never see anyone talk about it! I love using it as a sleeping mask. I love the serum version too!
@maryv9832 Жыл бұрын
Epic review of the year! You have recommended some great products for me that have transformed my skin and given me so much confidence. Skin care to me is self care. Your channel has been a great find for me this year. I’m grateful for you and your content ❤
@aprilneilson1163 Жыл бұрын
You love a good toner! I buy alot of toners, it takes me awhile to finish them. Purito oat Toner sounds 👍 good. I love oat.
@kevinjanghj Жыл бұрын
The Goodal Rice Milk Moisturizing Toner is definitely among my favourites!
@angelinebiswas7611 Жыл бұрын
Ive been using the beauty of joseon eye serum/cream for almost 6 months straight since the day it launched every single night with zero irritation. it is sooo so so so so good! I use tretinoin but never around my eyes, I just use the tiniest tiniest little drop onto my finger and I still have at least 1/4-1/2 of the tube left. I'm still questioning the % of retinal in it if its .02% as advertised, or .03% if it is 300ppm retinal- my nerdy math brain says it has to be .03% but something to do with the liposome that I don't understand must make it .02. either way at the end of the day it doesn't matter because it is the best price, best formulation, best quantity of a product 1oz in an airless pump tube. you can't beat it !
@sandalaris Жыл бұрын
I love the BoJ eye cream. I use it all over my face every other day with a stronger retinol in-between. My face take retinol really well, I was completely niave the first time I used it like 10 years ago and put too much all over my face every night and only had one patch on my upper cheek bone that reacted. So I consider myself extremely lucky. But I'm so glad I heard about BoJ, planning on trying other things from them. :)
@KathyEx07 Жыл бұрын
For me it’s the HaruHaru Sensitiv Toner, I just can’t be without it anymore and overall the round lab line…so good! Great Video! thank u
@fjp9 Жыл бұрын
just curious, but have you done a video on all of the pyunkang yul moisturizers? i know you’ve done some on individual ones, but it would be nice if there was one comparing all of them. thank you and have a happy new year.
@patriciabonifaz4736 Жыл бұрын
All your favorites are a must buy for me. Thanks Kelly!!
@janesmitson7404 Жыл бұрын
My fav has got to be the Dr. Ceuracle Kombucha Essence....and the Some by Mi C serum with galactomyces....
@hellEna1 Жыл бұрын
Yay KORRES made it to the finalists!! Love this mask. Its a staple in my skincare routine once a week at least!! I will definitely try BOJ eye cream!! Thanks for this video Kelly!!🥰
@rhileynnna Жыл бұрын
I really hope you do a review of the new peach and lily copper peptides room I’m so excited for it
@angelinebiswas7611 Жыл бұрын
I LOVE the mediheall baobab toner and serum! I've actually never seen such fantastic ingredients in a TONER, and the serum is fabulous as well! Amazon has them on sale quite often I got each for $12 before Christmas and am super impressed! one of the best for ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids as well as some peptides, super gentle and not noticeable or irritating exfoliant Gluconolactone, and amino acids. its quickly become a holy grail especially the toner!
@1TLA7 Жыл бұрын
Can u leave a link for the products u mentioned u are.loving that are non irritating
@angelinebiswas7611 Жыл бұрын
@@1TLA7hi sorry I didn’t see this message until now! Mediheal Baoab soothing toner and serum are on Amazon. They’re around $20 ish right now but occasionally go on sale or have a 20% off coupon. Another alternative is the Pacifica vegan ceramide lotion & serum. I do not like the barrier cream it has an odd mattifying texture. But the serum and lotion both in pump bottles are so good. If I didn’t know I would’ve thought they were Korean products because they’re so cosmetically elegant and fragrance and essential oil free
@idisruiz9982 Жыл бұрын
I discovered you very recently and since the. I’ve placed 2 bulk orders on Yesstyle. Loving the K-beauty recommendations.
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Oh yay! Happy you're here and happy to help! 💖🙏
@Miumiu0404 Жыл бұрын
My favorite skincare discovery this year is definitely Skin1004. I love their centella sothing cream, water fit sunscreen and their pink bottled ampoule.
@BarbaraT. Жыл бұрын
I've been using their famous centella ampoule and I've fallen head over heels in love with it! I use it every morning after applying my vitamin C serum (because apparently vitamin C and centella work in synergy). I'm not familiar with the pink bottle you mention... I'll look into it 🤗
@gmegg7247 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Kelly ! Looking forward to another year !! ❤
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Happy New Year! 💖
@KONN1182 Жыл бұрын
LOVE the CeraVe cream to foam cleanser
@lilithebeautytester Жыл бұрын
Can we just admire how beautyfull Kellys product trying hands skin is 🙈🥰🤭
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
hahaha my hand thanks you!
@Iron_Sea Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Kelly, for all the beautiful content you create. I wish you all the best in 2023. Let it be productive and enjoyable. Happy New Year! 🎄❄️☺️
@cannibal_turtle Жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great video to wrap up the year Kelly! Imma add the dokdo toner in my cart now. Wondering if you've tried the aestura atobarrier 365? I wanted to get it because I heard it was comparable to the illiyoon but I just wanted your seal of approval before I go ahead and purchase it haha
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Aestura is good! It's not as creamy as illiyoon and has more occlusivity, but I'd say as far keeping skin moisturized and happy it's comparable to illiyoon!
@cannibal_turtle Жыл бұрын
@@KellyDriscoll Good to know that it's moisturizing. It's pricier than illiyoon but I think I'll give it a go. The PY black tea cream is also in my to buy list tho. Haha so many products but only one face.
@assimpleasgravity Жыл бұрын
Happy New Year! I had the same experience a few years back with trying the RoundLab Dokdo toner, it is just so great and hydrating. At the beginning of 2022 I finally got to try out two of your faves the Make prem relief toner and the Skinfood prpolis essence and it was love at first sight. Thank you for these recommendations they always hit the nail on the head with what I was looking for and what my skin needed! As for sunscreens I really was impressed with the new LRP UVmune400 50+ hydrating sun screen and the Frezyderm velvet second skin 50+ sun screen, great textures.
@aslesha1656 Жыл бұрын
What a great list Kelly. So many personal favourites here. Happy new year to you. Cheers
@tyrunwilloughbyjr.8220 Жыл бұрын
I love favorites videos from you!♥️
@beckyc.5743 Жыл бұрын
Beauty of Joseon eye cream is amazing. I’ve been using tretinoin for years but this is a game changer for my eye area.
@reesea7988 Жыл бұрын
Just looking at those products in the intro I know this is gonna be a good video !!
@audreyhowler Жыл бұрын
I love the Cerave Hydrating cream to foam cleanser, though I also use the Cerave Salicylic Acid cleanser and Hydrating cleanser, depending on my skin condition that day. After I use up my current eye creams I'm going to try the BoJ eye cream. I finally trued the Stratia Liquid Gold, after listening to your raves for the last 2 yrs, and I love it. Thank you for another wonderful year in the skincare journey. Happy New Year all!
@neyisek6928 Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear non sponsored review of device. I didn't get that one on cyber Monday but got the deep shot. No complaints but not sure if it makes a noticeable difference on me. Only used 5 times since it arrived every 3rd day. I also ordered nira at 50% off but they are SO backlogged won't arrive until mid January. Oh well deep shot gets dedicated test time
@magpiesneedle2575 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic. I’ve been binging your videos. I have become so ‘into’ Korean skincare. I have recently been looking at Japanese skincare. Would you be interested in doing a video on that? Or maybe a comparison of the two? I really enjoy your videos and your presentation style. And in THIS video you are rocking’ the pastel eye look 😉
@johncheffy4775 Жыл бұрын
I found Beauty of Joseon this year and my favourite is the Rice Relief Sunscreen and Ginseng Essense . Shout out to the Propolis Serum too ! Thanks for a year of amazing content 👏🙌❄️😊🇬🇧🌈
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Such good BOJ products!💜
@BarbaraT. Жыл бұрын
I'm definitely your toner sister ☺. After avoiding toners for years, when they were just astringent products, now they're my favourite part of skincare, and they do deliver results! Korean toners are way ahead, generally speaking, but I'm open to Western brands. So want to try the Purito Oat-in-Silky one, but I've got so many toners on my bathroom shelf that I'm going to have to wait until I go through some of them before my next purchase. Saving this video for reference. Thanks Kelly 💖
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Yass, toner sister!!
@NatalieG427 Жыл бұрын
Dr Dray, has said if you find you can’t use Vit C, you can probably use Niacinamide Serum. I found I really like the one from Bliss in the Pink bottle. It works well on my dry face to diminish pores. I’m 59.
@awkwardgenxer1023 Жыл бұрын
We really need a this or that between the baobab and the panacea!
@juliekahler632 Жыл бұрын
Very nice review. I have the problem on my butterfly area with my pores. Am looking into trying the NIOD non-acid acid percurser. A few other products as well. Wearing masks for almost three years really did some damage to my face pores.
@quirkygal8 Жыл бұрын
My hyper sensitive skin did not like The First Aid Beauty Oat Toner. I wonder if the Purito would possibly work. Thoughts?
@heathersargent289 Жыл бұрын
I have been using the Biosionse copper peptide serum for a month and I'm loving it along with the elderberry squalene cleanser definitely 2 of my favs . I haven't tried the G.R gauva yet I went to order it Xmas day in a set that was onsale for 36$ and it sold out as I was checking out ,I was so upset it was a good deal for the full size and some extra goodies to try with it. Love the year end favs round up .
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
I had a similar experience with the Glow Recipe Guava eye cream last month, went to buy it and it's sold out! Guess the universe was telling me it wasn't time yet!😂
@heathersargent289 Жыл бұрын
@@KellyDriscoll LOL yea the set had the mini eye cream and the plump plump mini moisturizer in it with the full size serum all for cheaper then the serum alone..lol I was like yeah I'll finally try it I have been wanting to but nope the universe said no 😂 on top of the other 3 things I had in my cart to that sold out . I think Sephora is playing a dirty trick on me everytime I go to order stuff it sells out as I'm checking out.
@quirkygal8 Жыл бұрын
I have been using the B_Lab Matcha Hydrating Foam Cleanser for a while and it's fantastic. It is super affordable too!
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Always here good things about B_Lab!
@neyisek6928 Жыл бұрын
You gave me several things to check out;) thank you
@grilledsleaze Жыл бұрын
Yeeees been waiting for this 🙌🙌
@LisaThinksALot Жыл бұрын
Based on your rec, I picked up the Korres mask when I was in Crete this year and YES it is a banger. I also picked up their sheet mask and it was great .... and doesn't seem to be available in the US
@robertsparks2255 Жыл бұрын
@ Kelly Driscoll My face fell in love with Purito Centella Cica Serum, Geek & Gorgeous A-Game 10 and Biossance Squalene Peptides. Happy New Year!
@celeste8157 Жыл бұрын
Y'all wanna know how dry my skin is? I go through a 20 oz. tub (which is the largest size) of the Cetaphil cream in a little less than a month. And I only use it once a day! It's the ONLY thing I've ever found that actually moisturizes my extremely dry skin
@heathersargent289 Жыл бұрын
Did u see the Jumiso serum that almost sounds just like the gauva c it has the TD and tranexamic in it instead and it's frangerance free, I kind of want to try it and see how it is. I can't remember the exact name but their is letters and numbers in the name ..lol ingredients looked nice.
@kathleen5800 Жыл бұрын
loved this video!
@aprilneilson1163 Жыл бұрын
Mediheal baobab moisture serum is very nice. I got this because of you. Love the texture too.
@jin8339 Жыл бұрын
Your mom is a stunning and she is beautiful and her skin is flawless. No way near 60. She looks maybe a few yrs older than you but definitely not her age. Send her my msg n regards. She would definitely get a kick out of this. ❤️ ❤️🌹🌻🌸
@lidiathompson5023 Жыл бұрын
Hi Kelly. I did indeed make it to the end of your video ... and loved every minute! Thank you. Please would you consider reviewing the Spanish skincare brand: Niche Beauty Lab. It is growing exponentially both in Spain and in its exports to Germany. I think they are copying Deciem a bit. They have the expensive range: Theramid Then there's the cheaper range: Transparent Lab. ... and they do an acne range as well as some others. The 2 products that have blown me away: 1. Theramid High-Dose Ceramide Treatment 2. Theramid 22% Multi-Peptide Serum They have done as much for my Tretinoin-ravaged skin as our mutually beloved Stratia Liquid Gold ... which is really saying something!! I also bought their Theramid C-TETRA E.F. Intensive Vitamin C Treatment ... but it's just too strong for me!! (Like you, I have sensitive skin and don't cope well with pretty much any type of vitamin C.) So I tried the cheaper (and lower dose) Transparent Lab SUPER C SERUM (which also contains Ellagic Acid) and it's just lovely. It's gentle enough even for my skin ... and the resulting glow ... wow! I am just a consumer. I have no vested interests. I am just suggesting that you try/review these products because they are really good and it would be nice if others could benefit from this brand also. Happy New Year Kelly!
@nelsonquinney2316 Жыл бұрын
Great Video Kelly
@natsomuch Жыл бұрын
Thanks Kelly! I was wondering how you use the mask. I don’t know how to add it after my “retinol sandwich”. Cheers!
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
The Korres mask? It's a wash off mask you would use after cleansing and wash off after about 10 minutes, then proceed with skincare routine.
@Sandra-jx7jl Жыл бұрын
You look lovely. I love your videos
@bentesve4709 Жыл бұрын
Have a happy new year🥳. Best wishes from Norway. Bente
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Happy New Year! ✨
@sonjaforrester9255 Жыл бұрын
I would be curious what you think of the PC enriched calming toner in the red bottle? I enjoyed this last winter and still use but always look for something better or cheaper.
@neyisek6928 Жыл бұрын
Etude surprise airy spf disappears very quickly for me. Really like it.
@freethetomatoes Жыл бұрын
In terms of hydration, how does the round lab dodko compare to the keep cool and soothe toner? I haven’t found anything that hydrates quite like that one but I do not want support them!
@carolinesutton5231 Жыл бұрын
This is amazing! Congratulations on a great year. I was wondering, can you layer non-acid precursor with a retinoid?
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I don't see why you couldn't use with a retinoid ingredient wise. Of course you'll want to proceed with caution and monitor your skin for irritation but there are no ingredient contradictions.
@carolinesutton5231 Жыл бұрын
@@KellyDriscoll Yay!
@dipsabanerjee3942 Жыл бұрын
Great video❤
@traceytrotter9934 Жыл бұрын
I feel like I am doing something wrong but I have to ask. When I click on most Ulta links (this applies to all channels) there is no Add to Bag to click on! Is there a secret, am I an idiot or is it just not there? Happens almost every time.
@asaf4070 Жыл бұрын
How does the new Purito toner compare to the Dr Ceuracle Vegan kombucha tea essence?
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
It's lighter!
@asaf4070 Жыл бұрын
@@KellyDriscoll thanks!
@aideltownsley3605 Жыл бұрын
Hey Kelly! My skin can't tolerate niacinamide (I have the sensitivity of a newborn :P) and I am looking for an affordable spf recommendation for combo skin that doesn't have niacinamide. I prefer a neutral finish. Any thoughts? You are the best!
@jacquelynstewart6965 Жыл бұрын
Kelly, what is a brand or product that is like our generations Olay? Is it Cerave? I feel like that's too prescription-y and not luxury seeming enough.
@lanadionet Жыл бұрын
Hi Kelly, I have a quick question that maybe you can help answer! I love the beplain bamboo hydrating ampoule (I got it from your recommendation and have been using it for a year)! I can't find it anywhere now. It says it's out of stock. I wanted to ask if you knew if the company discontinued it. I reached out to them through ig and email and I haven't gotten a respond yet so I thought since it used to be one of your favorites you would know if it was discontinued.
@zoeberry33 Жыл бұрын
I finally caved and bought Make Prem and it isn't on your list now lol. I DO like it though.
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Hey so glad you enjoy it too! It was named the best last year, I try not to repeat any best of the year skincare products.
@neilsant1194 Жыл бұрын
Will all niod be discontinued?
@mignonalverson2475 Жыл бұрын
I wanted to love the Cerave Cream to foam cleanser but my face didn’t like it. ☹️
@heathersargent289 Жыл бұрын
My face didnt like it either
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Oh no, that's too bad!
@mignonalverson2475 Жыл бұрын
@@heathersargent289 My face reacts to every Cerave product. 🥹
@heathersargent289 Жыл бұрын
@@mignonalverson2475 yes mine too, I thought I was the only one . Everyone raves about that brand and my face hates everything I tried so I don't bother anymore I was gonna get the toner but I was like it's probably a waste sense nothing from the brand I can use on my face. Wonder what is in it that doesn't agree with us.
@blee8607 Жыл бұрын
Love this cleanser.
@paulayarbrough6930 Жыл бұрын
I got the PC C5 Super Boost eye cream and 2 weeks after opening it oxidized 😭 I'm not sure if I got a defective bottle because I didn't have an issue with the mini size. This eye cream really does something to my skin. Did you have any issues with yours ?
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
No issues mine has been open since September I think, nearly empty now. That's too bad, maybe reach out to customer service to see if it's a bad batch.
@paulayarbrough6930 Жыл бұрын
@@KellyDriscoll I'm gonna give them a call. I really love this eye cream.
@paulayarbrough6930 Жыл бұрын
@@KellyDriscoll they gave me store credit so I ordered another one. Hopefully I have no issues with this one. I totally get when people say "brightens" when I use this eye cream 🧡
@sunidhi29 Жыл бұрын
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@izabelresende4987 Жыл бұрын
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@Lau-057 Жыл бұрын
I use the cetaphil moisturizer but I have combo skin with VERY oily tzone and I just keep feeling it breaks me out :(( dont know what to use as my skin is also sensitive so I dont want to try a lot of different moisturizers
@KellyDriscoll Жыл бұрын
Might be too occlusive for you, just a guess. Lighter lotion-y type products might be a better choice than balms or creams. Maybe something like the thank you farmer pure rice gel and cream could help!