SKKN by Kim’s formula promises 72-hour moisture. Though I didn’t test the serum within that exact time frame, I did wear it overnight and felt my skin was just as hydrated as when I first applied it before bed. There are no added fragrances, but it does have a subtle clinical scent that didn’t bother me—which says a lot because I’m very picky when it comes to scents in skincare. There are no directions on the bottle on how to use the product, which I know would probably ruin Kim’s ~aesthetic~ but some info would be nice! If there’s anything you purchase from SKKN by Kim, make it this. —Ariana Yaptangco, senior beauty editor
Vitamin C8 Serum
Despite its watery texture (I literally thought I accidentally tried the toner), this serum is packed with radiance boosters, leaving my skin ultra-plump and polished. The post-application glow is everything I want in a summer skincare routine. If you’re thinking about which SKKN products to add to cart, I’d say this should make the list. —M.U.
Face Cream
Ask me how many face creams sitting on my bathroom shelf—I dare you. I’ve accumulated a significant amount over the past few months of working at Glamour, and after being loyal to both drugstore gems and ultra-high end offerings, SKKN by Kim’s face cream lands right in the middle. Don’t get me wrong—it’s a good face cream. My sweaty, summer face sucks up the moisture without leaving my skin feeling trapped under a sticky barrier. Even though I wasn’t able to see a significant difference in my skin after using it for a weekend, it feels like something I’d wear long after my testing period is over.
For an every day face cream, the price tag does make me stagger a little bit. I’m six months post-grad and still paying off loans, so I’m not willing to shell out a significant amount of money for a product that feels like all the other existing products in my arsenal. Will it make your bathroom mirror selfies look much cooler thanks to its signature Kim K. greige aesthetic packaging? Absolutely. —Ana Escalante, editorial assistant
Eye Cream
For a while I was an eye cream truther—I believed skin-care brands just wanted to come up with a ploy to get you to buy another product. But I’ve recently seen the light and realized that eye creams are great and add extra hydration to the delicate thin skin around your eye area. Since then, I’ve tried pretty much every eye cream on the market and SKKN’s is a solid entry. The formula is very lightweight and perfect for daytime wear, though I definitely prefer something thicker at night. Unlike the other SKKN products, it has no fragrance, which is essential for me since I have sensitive eyes.
I used this eye cream right before applying foundation and concealer and a little goes a long way. It wears well under makeup and didn’t make it pill or slide off. I didn’t really see a difference in my dark circles, but I haven’t used it enough to see the longterm benefits. However, it does make my under eye area feel super hydrated and plump. It’s definitely comparable to other luxury eye creams at the same price point. My favorite part has to be the sphere packing, which is so fun and surprisingly stays put on my vanity. —A.Y.
Oil Drops
My first reaction to the packaging was “What a great shelfie this would be.” It’s giving the minimalistic, architectural Kim K. aesthetic. The pump does shoot out a lot of product and the constancy is a bit watery, so I would recommend cupping your hand a bit before pushing the pump. I like that the oil blends well into the skin and I did see an immediate glow. But as for helping with my hyperpigmentation, I think I will be sticking to my daily fading cream for now. —Leilani McQuay, commerce producer
Night Oil
For being expensive, I have to say that the packaging felt…not so expensive. I’ll give the interior bottle, which is intended to be replaceable, a pass for feeling flimsy since the intent is to be less wasteful. But the outer shell was lacking the premium quality I was expecting.
