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Serums & Ampoules

Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum: Propolis + Niacinamide

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Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum: Propolis + Niacinamide

Product photo from the Olive Young Korea listing (조선미녀 광채프로폴리스세럼 30ml).

Why it's on the Korean shelf

The hanbok-packaged brand's second hit after Relief Sun. Propolis for glow, niacinamide for tone — a two-for-one serum at a road-shop price.

Who it's for

Dull, blemish-prone skin on a budget.

Honest note

Slightly sticky on application; it settles in a minute.

Price check

WherePrice
Olive Young Korea shelf (promo, KRW)₩17,000 ≈ $12.41
Typical US street price$13–20

KRW converted at ~₩1,350/USD. Korean promo bundles often include 2 units.

Also carried by Olive Young Global (Korean bundles, does not ship to the US) and Olive Young US. We earn nothing on these two — they are listed because they are sometimes the better buy.

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