(REVIEW) Style Korean : A.C.N.E (And the Curse Needs to End) Box

"the following review are my own opinion based on my experience while testing the said product for at least a week or two."

This box is curated for people with acne-prone skin by Style Korean which is an online shopping website that ships internationally and has been selling Korean Beauty Products such as Skincare and Cosmetics since 2012.

STEP 1
heimish pH 5.5 All Clean Green Foam

INGREDIENTS
Water, Potassium Laureth Phosphate, Glycerin, Lauryl Hydroxysultaine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Potassium Cocoyl Glutamate, Citric Acid, Coco-Glucoside, Sodium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tromethamine, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, 1,2-Hexanediol and Disodium EDTA

USES / BENEFITS
Cleansing, Moisturizing, Soothing, 

SIZE
150g

PRICE
$12

DETAILS
This product is said to be for sensitive skin.

HOW TO USE

I put a pea size on the tip of my fingers and create a creamy lather then massage onto my face in a circular motion before rinsing off with water.

PROS
When i first used this product, i was so amazed! It cleanses so good! I've never seen nor tried such cleansing foam! It makes me not worry that i will have acne whenever i don't use a cotton ball for toning my face! And even though it's doing a wonderful job cleansing my skin, it's non-drying and really suitable for sensitive skin. Which is what i like the most about this product, it's for sensitive skin! So i wasn't skeptical to try it and give it a shot at all. My skin feels and looks fresh after every wash! And also, a little goes a long way! My sister and i are using this and it's not even half empty after so many weeks! I super love the minimalist design of the container too! Lastly, i have some small bumps on my forehead.. In just a few days, i was able to see improvements! Yay! ♡

CONS

I didn't experience any itchiness or anything, i just didn't like the smell. But i still love using it because i see results! :)

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STEP 2
Benton Dear My Best Friend Bar

INGREDIENTS
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Macadamia Integrifolia Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Water (Aqua), Sodium Hydroxide, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Extract, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Theobrom a Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Powder, Calamine, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Moringa Oleifera Leaf Extract, Papain, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Honey, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, Propolis Extract, Kaolin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil and Chamaecyparis Obtusa Oil.

USES / BENEFITS
Cleansing, Anti-Acne

SIZE
80g

PRICE
$15

DETAILS
This product is suitable for both face and body.

HOW TO USE

I scrub the soap directly onto my body before rinsing with warm water.

PROS

When i got this, i checked the reviews of other people, i can't help it since it's the first time that i'm trying the brand "Benton". i personally like the smell of this, while i've read that some didn't. I was actually undecided to whether i'm going to start it together with the other products as i was having a bad breakout on the chest and back area but at the same time having eczema flare-ups. I tend to read carefully through cautions on the packaging of new products that i’m going to try and it says there to not use on areas with eczema. But i really wanted to maximize my review and put every single detail of my experience so i still tried it. And i'm glad i did! Because first, it didn't agitate them, hence it calmed my skin plus the acne and flare-ups we're manageable in just a few days! My skin felt soft with the help of small black exfoliators which are actually cacao seeds! It also felt so clean and looking very radiant right after rinsing it off and very moisturized! By the way, as you all know i love cutting my soaps to make it last longer! I cut this soap into 2 and 1 cut lasted 2 weeks! So it doesn't dissolve quickly thanks to the foaming net that came with it which also works as a hanging soap net to let the soap dry and not soak in water after usage. :)

CONS

Not a single con found!

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STEP 3
So Natural All Kill Black Head Clear Stick

INGREDIENTS
Hyaluronic Acid, Squalane, Charcoal Powder, Grape Seed Oil, Vitamin E Derivatives and Cleansing Grains.

USES / BENEFITS
Blackheads and Whiteheads Remover.

SIZE
11g

PRICE
$21

DETAILS
This product is said to also reduce / lessen excess sebum.

HOW TO USE

After washing my face and still damp, i rub this directly onto problematic areas (nose, cheeks, forehead and chin) then rinse off with water.

PROS
Love at first scrub! I even consider this as a genius product! You can tell that it's my first time trying such, right? I admit, yes. But i've used so many charcoal / blackhead removing products but this took me by surprise! And since it's my first time, i had to read how to use it. Right after the first use, my blackheads are 80% gone! And that's no exaggeration, i really saw the improvement. Even my milia and whiteheads are lesser too! I love how it's very easy and convenient to use even for first timers like me! No need to mix it or get your hands dirty from scrubbing those pesky blackheads / whiteheads and even excess oil and dead skin off. And the size is very handy and travel-friendly! It's very useful for me since whenever i travel, i always have excess sebum which causing my skin to have breakouts and additional blackheads and whiteheads during the trip! And i can't bring any other charcoal products since i'm worried that it might spill. But with this, there's no such worry! I've been in search for a good blackhead and whitehead remover as i have concerns about them for years now since i’m living in a tropical country and it's already summer time here in the Philippines, i sweat a lot and my nose area even has the tendency to sweat excessively! Making it more prone to blackheads, aside from the fact that i have a skin type of combination and my nose is downright oily. In other words, i have a strawberry nose which is one of my greatest insecurity. Not to mention, i have milia under my eyes and whiteheads on my cheeks, sides of my nose, upper lip and chin. Luckily, i found what i have been looking for! And it's this! I use this on my forehead as well to get rid of small bumps which are actually clogged pores and after every use, i see a huge difference. Last but not the least, unlike any other blackhead remover products that i've tried, this is the only one that didn't cause my skin to dry. Not at all!

CONS

No itchiness, redness nor dryness were experienced while using this product

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STEP 4
Benton Aloe BHA Skin Toner

INGREDIENTS
(Active) Salicylic Acid 0.50%
(Inactive) Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water, Sodium Hyaluronate, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Pulsatilla Koreana Extract, Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract, Polysorbate 20, Arginine, Althaea Rosea Root Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Beta-Glucan, Polyglutamic Acid, Asphalathus Linearis Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Psidium Guajava Fruit Extract, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer and Xanthan Gum.



USES / BENEFITS
Anti-Acne, Moisturizing, Soothing.

SIZE
200ml

PRICE
$19

DETAILS
This product is said to be for all skin types including sensitive and troubled skin.

HOW TO USE

After washing and drying my face, i put 1-2 pumps on a cotton ball and swipe throughout my whole face.

PROS
I love the consistency of this one! It's not runny nor thick, it's just right! And i like the fact that it's like a toner and serum in one! It's extremely moisturizing and soothing! I usually have dry and flaking skin on the tip of my nose (yes, i know my nose is weird) and this soothes and moisturizes it amazingly, making it not come back anymore! I know that this contributed a big part on making my skin smooth and clear too! When i got this, i was even surprised because it's so big! And a little goes a long way, so you already know that it's worth it! It's non-sticky and best part is, it's for all skin types! So we can all use it! Whether you have acne-prone skin, sensitive, dry or oily! This product is very versatile! I sometimes use only this! No serum or any other skincare product after washing my face and i still achieved a clear skin! There are also times that i don’t use a cotton ball just because i really find it very precious that i don’t want to waste even a single drop of it! I never thought i would still be impressed by a toner. But then again, i stand corrected. My pores looks smaller and better now. :)

CONS

None! This product is pure perfection! 

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STEP 5
COSRX Clear Fit Blemish Cushion (#23 Natural Beige)

INGREDIENTS
Titanium Dioxide, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Cyclohexasiloxane, CI 77492, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Sodium Chloride, Aluminum Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, CI 77491, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Centella Asiatica Leaf Extract, Water, Ethylexylglycerin and Madecassoside.

USES / BENEFITS
Foundation, Concealer.


SIZE
15g

PRICE
$24


DETAILS
This product is a foundation, concealer and sunscreen in one.

HOW TO USE

I take the puff, open the lid of the cushion and press gently on the cushion to get the proper amount and pat lightly onto my face and neck until fully blended.

PROS

I want to start off with how nice i find the packaging is! Loving the matte black box and container with the glossy lettering! I also like the puff that comes with it because the area where fingers are slipped in, it has a rubber-ish texture which is like an anti-slip! Minimalist yet so chic! I like the smell of it and the fact that it has SPF47 for proper sun protection! There are 3 shades of this which are #21 Light Beige, #23 Natural Beige and #27 Deep Beige. At first, i didn't know which one to get. So i went to check online to see whether which would suit my skin tone better! And found out that #21 Light Beige has a yellow undertone while #23 Natural Beige has a pink undertone and i'm scared to look too yellow-ish so i went for #23 Natural Beige. It suits my skin perfectly, not too light nor dark, it's just right! I still actually have some noticeable pores on my cheek area or should i say acne scars and i have a hard time covering them. But when i used this, i was impressed with its coverage! Roughly 97% Full Coverage! Dark spots, acne marks and even pimples are covered as well. I didn't have to use concealer too, because it already concealed my dark circles and my nose doesn't look funny anymore! My skin looks poreless and flawless! Usually, i get breakouts whenever i cover my face. I'm suspecting due to the makeup clogging my pores but with this, it didn't cause my skin to break hence it dried up my pimples. I can say that it's one of the few Cushion Foundation that i've tried and liked due to the fact that it makes my skin smooth at the same time not clogging the pores. It has a matte finish so if you're not into dewy makeup, you'll pretty much like this as well as i did! It's also slightly water-resistant and very light on the face, like there's nothing on!

CONS

No itchiness, redness or any indication of allergic reaction while using this product. But i would suggest if you have dry skin type, do prep your skin properly with moisturizer as it might be too drying for you since this is for oily and acne-prone skin. You also have to be very gentle when you're about to press the cushion using the puff as it has the tendency to get too much of the foundation and pat lightly so it won't look cakey. Don't forget to set it with powder! :)

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STEP 6
COSRX Clear Fit Master Patch

INGREDIENTS
Cellulose Gum, Styrene Isoprene Styrene Block Copolymer, Polyisobutylene, Petroleum Resin, Polyurethane Film, Liquid Paraffin and Tetrakis Methane.

USES / BENEFITS
Absorbs Impurities and Oil.

SIZE
10mm x 18 patches

PRICE
$5

DETAILS
This product's purpose is to cover blemishes.

HOW TO USE

After cleansing and toning my face in the morning, i take off one patch and put it directly on top of my pimple and remove it once it turns into white indicating that it already 

PROS
I had so much fun using this! And i really find it very useful due to the severe pollution in the metro, pimple getting infected is unavoidable. That's why i'm so happy that this is one of the products in the ACNE Box as i'm very intrigued with it. It really absorbs all the oil and dirt at the same time protecting it. At first i thought it would be awkward looking or uncomfortable but on the contrary, it's very comfy and barely noticeable especially when i apply something on top of it like the COSRX Clear Fit Cushion since it covers the only thing about the patch that makes it noticeable which is the shiny plastic-like appearance of the sticker patch. It's very easy to use and you can definitely bring it everywhere! One patch can last for up to 12 hours before replacing it. I also noticed that whenever i use this, my pimple flattens and reduced inflammation in no time and no need to go through the process of having a huge painful acne ever again! And no room to feel insecure about pimples with or without makeup! :) 

CONS
NONE! 

OVERALL VERDICT

I'm so honored to be one of the lucky reviewers / bloggers who are able to try this ACNE (And the Curse Needs to End) Box which is the first ever box that Style Korean curated, it really helped me achieve a clear skin! This box is perfect for those who have problematic skin and it really gives us hope that the curse is about to end. All the 6 products did a great job helping each other to really give justice to the box's name and purpose! Every product in this box is totally worth it! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! ⭐️⭐️⭐️

RATING
1000/100 ✨

DISCLAIMER : What works for me might not work for you and vice versa. Please do a patch test for 24 hours especially if you have sensitive skin before using any new products to make sure that it would not irritate your skin. If allergic reactions occur, rinse it off immediately and consult a doctor.

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