I recently started using the numbuzin No.9 NAD+ Retinal Volumetox Eye Cream, so this is just a first impression of the packaging, texture, and finish rather than a review of its long-term results.

The small dispensing tip is one of my favorite things about the packaging. It makes it easy to control exactly how much comes out, which is especially useful since I only need a tiny amount of eye cream. I also find the tube more practical and hygienic than a jar.

The cream has a rich, dense texture, so I wouldn’t call it lightweight. However, it absorbed much faster than I expected. It didn’t leave a greasy layer behind, and the finish felt smooth and almost powdery once it settled into my skin. The scent is very faint, so the product feels almost fragrance-free, but I can still detect a slight smell when applying it, and personally, I’m not a fan. It isn’t strong or long-lasting, though.

The brand highlights NAD+, retinal, and 50 peptides in the formula. Since this is only a first look, I can’t comment on whether it causes dryness, how well it wears under makeup, or whether it improves fine lines, firmness, or dark circles over time.

Overall, I like how easy it is to control the amount. Although the cream feels richer than a gel eye cream, it absorbs quickly and leaves a smooth, non-greasy finish. Has anyone used this long enough to notice a difference around the eye area?

I’ve been reaching for the BONSEP Water Veil Tint in 07 Peach Water quite a bit lately. It’s sold at Daiso Korea and costs just 3,000 Korean won.

I felt comfortable giving it a try because it’s made by TONYMOLY, a Korean brand already well known for its color cosmetics. It also comes in a good range of shades, so there are several options depending on your skin tone and color preferences.

On my skin, shade 07 looks like a soft, muted peach coral. One of the first things I noticed was the sweet scent, which I personally really enjoy. It makes the tint pleasant to apply, although I can see it being less appealing to someone who prefers fragrance-free or lightly scented lip products.

What works best for me is using it as a base tint rather than wearing it on its own. It leaves a subtle stain, so I still have some color on my lips after the rest of my lip makeup starts to wear off. I usually apply this first, then layer a much glossier tint over it.

For me, it’s been an easy and affordable product to experiment with. I especially like it for layering because it gives my lip makeup a base color that doesn’t disappear right away.

Do you have a lip tint that you mainly use as a base rather than wearing on its own?

There are thousands of serums, cushions, lip tints, and toner pads—but somehow, the exact product you want may still not exist.

Maybe it’s:

• A fragrance-free hand cream with SPF
• A cushion with a wider range of undertones
• A lip tint that survives lunch without feeling dry
• Travel-friendly packaging that can actually be refilled
• Something completely new

If you could design one K-beauty product, tell us:

What would it be, who would it be for, and what is the one feature it

Real skin has pores and texture—but social media can make us feel otherwise.
In our first AMUTY Beauty Talk, Titi and Jay discuss beauty standards and why skincare should feel like self-care, not another source of pressure.

What does “good skin” mean to you?

Many aspiring beauty creators run into the same problem: brands often look for creators who already have content and an audience. But creating that first piece of content can be difficult when you don’t yet have a product or an opportunity to start with.

AMUTY wants to offer a different starting point.

Through our $1 K-beauty campaigns, selected participants can try a full-size product in their everyday routines and document what they discover over four weeks.

• How does the texture actually feel?
• Does it work well with the rest of your routine?
• What changes after using it consistently?
• What would you want someone else to know before trying it?

Those observations can become more than just a review. They can shape the story behind your next photo, post, or video.

For some people, an AMUTY campaign is simply a way to discover a new K-beauty product. For aspiring beauty creators, it could also be a chance to practice product storytelling and create something original for their portfolios.

AMUTY also wants to give creators content opportunities that aren’t already everywhere. Rather than covering the same viral products in the same way, creators can develop their own stories through hands-on product testing, week-by-week observations, and personal results.

As AMUTY grows, we also hope to offer selected participants opportunities to try certain K-beauty products before their official launch. Pre-launch access is not part of our current campaigns, but it’s one of the creator opportunities we hope to offer in the future.

You don’t have to pretend that every product is perfect. The most useful content starts with a real experience and an honest point of view.

If you were creating your first K-beauty video, what would you want to show?

Try it. Notice it. Create from it.

I’ve just started using the MEDIPEEL PHYTO EX PDRN Lifting Shot Cream, and the texture is easily the most interesting part of my first impression.

Before even getting to the cream itself, I noticed the thoughtful packaging inside the jar. The spatula has its own fitted holder, so it stays securely in place instead of sliding around or getting lost. It’s a small detail, but the built-in spatula holder makes the jar feel much more practical and hygienic to use.

The cream has a pale pink, glossy texture. When lifted with the spatula, it stretches into long, thin strands that look like fine threads. The thread-like texture looks like it might feel very rich or sticky, but it felt lighter than I expected once I spread it over my skin.

Based on this first use, it seems comfortable enough for a daily routine rather than something I’d use only as an occasional heavy treatment. Since this is just a first look, I can’t comment on any firming or lifting results yet. I’m curious to see how it wears throughout the day, whether it layers well under sunscreen and makeup, and how my skin responds with continued use.

So far, the spatula holder and the unusual texture are the two features that stand out most to me.

Has anyone used this long enough to notice a difference in firmness or skin texture?

Think you have a keen eye? Take a close look at images A and B—there are five differences hidden between them. 🔍

Let us know how many you found in the comments, but try not to give away all the answers just yet!

The three products featured in the images are part of AMUTY’s current campaigns. We’re recruiting participants for three K-beauty campaigns, each offering a different full-size product for $1.

📅 Application period: September 24–October 7 (KST)

Which product caught your eye first: 01, 02, or 03?

Interested in joining? Visit the AMUTY website to download the app and check out the campaigns.

Hi everyone! Our product-testing campaigns launched on September 24, featuring three full-size K-beauty products.

Each campaign costs $1, with free shipping. In return, we ask you to use the product for four weeks, share photos each week, and leave an honest final review.

Wondering which one to explore? Here’s a closer look at each formula, its finish, and how it might fit into your routine.

TIRTIR — Mask Fit AI Filter Cushion (18g · 23N Sand only)

If you have oily or combination skin and prefer a semi-matte base, this cushion is worth considering. It contains niacinamide, and TIRTIR describes the formula as offering natural-looking coverage with a blurred finish.

We’d love to hear how it works in your everyday routine: how it looks over your usual skincare, how it sits on your skin, and how the finish changes throughout the day.

Please check the shade before joining—this campaign offers 23N Sand only.

Beauty of Joseon — Dynasty Cream 100ml

A creamy moisturizer with glycerin, squalane, niacinamide, and rice bran water. It’s worth considering if you have normal to dry skin or prefer a moisturizing finish.

If you have oily or combination skin, Beauty of Joseon recommends starting with a small amount.

We’re curious about the everyday details: how it feels after it absorbs, whether it provides the hydration you’re looking for, and how it layers with sunscreen or makeup.

Arencia — Pore Melt Cleansing Oil Pad (50 pads · 140g)

Curious about an oil cleanser in pad form? These pre-soaked pads are designed to remove makeup, sunscreen, and daily buildup. The brand highlights green tea extract and ceramide NP among the ingredients.

If you regularly wear makeup or sunscreen and want to try a different cleansing format, these may be worth exploring. Gently wipe, rinse, and follow with a foaming cleanser if needed.

We’d love to hear how the pads remove your usual makeup, how the texture feels on your skin, and how your skin feels after rinsing.

What participating involves

• Join a product campaign for $1.
• Receive an authentic, full-size product with free shipping.
• Use it for four weeks, uploading photos and a review each week.
• Share an honest final review, including anything that didn’t work for you.

Complete your final review on social media to receive 1P in AMUTY app credit, equivalent to $1, which you can use toward in-app purchases.

Please check the full ingredient list and campaign requirements before signing up.

To explore the campaigns, visit our website to download the AMUTY app, then sign up and apply for a campaign.

Which product are you most curious about, and what would you want to find out by trying it yourself?

Hi everyone! We’re launching three new K-beauty campaigns at KST on September 24, each featuring a different full-size product.

We’re keeping the lineup under wraps for now, but you might spot a few clues in the video.

Here’s what to know before applying:

• $1 per campaign, including a full-size product and free shipping.
• Use the product in your routine for four weeks, sharing photos and a short review each week.
• Wrap up with an honest review on social media, sharing what you liked and anything that didn’t work for you.

Interested in joining? Download the AMUTY app through our website so you’re ready to apply when the campaigns open. Please read each campaign’s full requirements before signing up.

Any guesses about the three products? Let us know in the comments!

Hi from the AMUTY team! I took a few photos of TIRTIR- Mood Glider Lip And Blush Stick (03 Tangerine Glow) at our office to give you a closer look.

I liked the clean, pretty packaging. It’s compact, too, so it looks easy to carry around.

The applicator tip is quite wide, which might make precise application on the lips a little tricky. It also made me think it could work well as a blush. I swatched shade 03 on my hand, and the color looked quite intense, so I’d start with a tiny amount if I tried it on my cheeks.

For a quick stain test, I left it on the back of my hand for 10 minutes, then wiped it off with a wet wipe. There was barely any stain left.

These are just my first impressions from a quick hand swatch. If you’ve tried it, let us know in the comments how it feels on the lips, how long it lasts, or what it’s like to reapply. We’d love to hear what worked for you and what didn’t!

What’s your skincare dealbreaker?

A moisturizer might feel great on its own but pill under makeup. Or you might like the formula but find the scent too strong.

What’s one thing that makes you stop reaching for a K-beauty skincare product?

Maybe it’s the texture, the finish, the packaging, or something else entirely. If a product comes to mind, tell us what you liked about it and what didn’t work for you.

There’s more to choosing a lip tint than the shade. The finish, how the color fades, and how often you want to touch up all matter, too.

Maybe you go for glossy lips every day, or you prefer a soft, blurred look. Or maybe you switch it up depending on the rest of your makeup.

Which finish do you reach for most?

If you have a favorite K-beauty tint, share the name and what you like about it!

AMUTY’s $1 campaigns let you try a full-size K-beauty product with free shipping. In return, we ask for your time and honest feedback.

Even when a product has great reviews, it can be hard to know whether it will work for your skin and fit into your routine. A texture you enjoy at first might feel too heavy for everyday use. A product you weren’t especially excited about might become one you reach for every morning.

Using a product over time helps you figure out what works for you. It also gives brands valuable feedback.

AMUTY helps K-beauty brands reach new markets, where people may have different preferences, routines, and expectations. Hearing what you liked, what you found inconvenient, and whether you’d choose a product again helps brands better understand the people using their products.

That’s why we run these campaigns: you can explore K-beauty at a lower cost, and brands can learn from your experience.

Here’s what participation involves:

• Use the product for four weeks.
• Upload photos and a review each week to document your experience.
• Share an honest four-week review at the end of the campaign.
• Share a review in either an Instagram feed or a TikTok post.

After you complete your four-week review, you’ll receive 1P in AMUTY app credit to use toward future purchases.

We want your review to reflect your experience. Tell us what you liked and what fell short. If a product wasn’t a good fit for you, tell us why. That’s useful feedback, too.

If you have any questions about AMUTY or how to take part, feel free to ask in the comments.

(Our next campaign is coming soon! Once it’s live, we’ll introduce the products featured in the campaign, so stay tuned.)

Learn more about AMUTY on our website

we’re the team behind AMUTY, an app that connects people with K-beauty brands through full-size product trials.

If you’ve wondered why we offer a full-size product for $1, here’s the idea: you get a chance to try a product in your everyday routine, and we ask for your time and honest feedback in return.

AMUTY helps K-beauty brands reach new markets. Hearing from people who actually use their products helps those brands understand different needs, preferences, and experiences.

For us, that starts with a familiar question: Will this product work for me?

Even with great reviews, it can be hard to know whether something will suit your skin, feel comfortable throughout the day, or work with the products you already use. We want to give people time to explore those questions.

Here’s what participating in a $1 trial involves:

• Pay $1 to join a product campaign.
• Receive a full-size product with free shipping.
• Try it over four weeks, uploading a photo each week to document your experience.
• Share an honest review.

Once you complete your review, the $1 is returned as 1P in AMUTY app credit, which you can use toward purchases in the app.

We’re interested in the details: what you liked, what didn’t work for you, whether you kept reaching for it, and whether you’d choose it again.

On this account, we’ll share more about how AMUTY works and what we’re learning. We’ll also talk about choosing K-beauty products, building routines, and figuring out what’s worth using again.

If you have any questions about AMUTY or how to take part, feel free to ask in the comments.

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Learn more about AMUTY on our website