[Misc] What, really, is so amazing about Korean skincare?

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So, I've used a few Korean products that I ordered off of Soko Glam (The Plant Base Mushroom Ampoule and CosRX Triple C-Lightning Liquid). Btw, I have dry+sensitive skin.They were definitely decent, and I would maybe order those again if they were on sale. I do worry about the oxidation of the Triple-C, though, since it is pure ascorbic acid and is being delivered through a translucent draw-tube, with an open bottle top during the process.Anywho, I have looked over several other Korean brands and products, and I fail to see what makes them so distinguished compared to good Western options. By same price point, I actually wasn't impressed comparing, say, NEOGEN products to Paula's Choice (although the NEOGEN toners and essences did seem pretty bomb).I do understand that Korean products often contain some unique/innovative ingredients (think propolis, snail mucin, oyster pearl, Jeju _______________, etc). But alongside their novelty is their lack of ample scientific research proving their benefit to skin. My personal experience does tell me that, say, the mushroom ampoule was uniquely hydrating, but I didn't think snail mucin or propolis were that special (I used CosRX stuff).Korean products are, on average, more ingredients focused and cheaper per mL. I see a surprising number of Korean brands emphasizing clean, healthy skincare, alongside reducing their carbon footprint. All praiseworthy stuff.On the converse, I do notice a LOT of Korean products containing multiple different kinds of fragrances (especially all kinds of citrus oils), which I try to avoid since I have sensitive skin. I also see a LOT of Korean antioxidant products packaged in translucent packaging with 0 air protection in the dispensing method.Even moreso, I don't fully agree with the popularized product categorization from K-Beauty. For instance, I really don't see why essences are different from toners. I don't see why ampoules are fully different from serums. I don't see why sheet masks are a DAILY inclusion in your routine (I also dislike sheet masks). I think a lot of this is arbitrary and needlessly hyped up.That being said, I DO find Soko Glam a more preferable skincare store than Sephora, which says at least something. Of course most skincare at Sephora costs over $50 (last I checked), so they might not be comparable by price-point.If most of your preferred skincare products are Korean (despite trying Western ones as well), which brands/products do you use, and what do you like about these products for your skin type/concerns?Btw, this post isn't meant to deride Korean skincare or it's fans. Rather, it is really just an inquiry into it.
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