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Serums & Ampoules

Numbuzin No.3 Skin Softening Serum

fermentedtexture50 ml
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Why it's on the Korean shelf

Numbuzin numbers its products by concern; No.3 is the one Koreans buy for 'skin that makeup glides over'. Consistently in Korea's serum top 10.

Who it's for

Rough texture, enlarged pores, makeup that won't sit right.

Honest note

Contains fermented extracts; patch test if you react to fermented products.

Price check

WherePrice
Olive Young Korea shelf (promo, KRW)₩29,000 ≈ $21.48
Typical US street price$20–30

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

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