Beta-Glucan: Benefits, Best Korean Picks & What to Know

Pros

My skin has some redness and tends to get oily in my T-zone and forehead, while my cheeks and around my mouth are a bit dry—so I have combination dehydrated skin. Since I prefer a lightweight base, I was initially excited to try this powder-free product. It's quite lightweight as a base, and while it doesn't offer heavy coverage, it does a decent job of covering my redness. What I really love is how it blends seamlessly with my natural skin, giving that effortless, barely-there makeup look. This would be perfect for anyone who dislikes the heavy feeling of powder foundations and prefers that natural, no-makeup makeup vibe. Since I have combination skin, I need something that isn't too drying or too matte, and this product strikes that balance really well.

Pros

As I've gotten older, I always make sure to use a makeup base like primer before applying cushion or foundation. During summer, I mainly apply sunscreen and keep my makeup base thin with just one layer to prevent it from breaking down. But starting in fall, my skin gets drier, so I try my best to keep my skin as hydrated as possible. This is my first time hearing about and trying Somae products, and I have to say the absorbs well and doesn't feel heavy as a makeup base. On days when I don't need a full face of makeup, I just apply a brightening moisturizer sunscreen or makeup base to even out my skin tone before heading out, and this product is absolutely perfect for that. Overall, it feels hydrating and absorbs beautifully without clumping or lifting, so it's really comfortable to apply. I'm especially happy that makeup applied on top of this doesn't get cakey, which is a huge plus. And the brightening effect isn't overdone at all—looking at the last photo, my complexion is just slightly lifted, so there's no weird mismatch. That's something I really appreciate. The packaging is also great—it's a pump-type container like the old Missha BB cream, so it looks pretty and is super clean and convenient to use.

Pros

I have super sensitive skin, and I'm using this serum without any issues or discomfort.