Ranked fifth. Creator says the pads are convenient and gentle enough for her use, keep skin calm and balanced, and her dark spots gradually fade with consistent use; she warns the ethanol may irritate damaged, very dry or sensitive skin and advises against combining with strong exfoliants or retinoids in the same routine.

Ranked second. Creator positions it for rough, dull or textured skin and says its lightweight gel absorbs quickly without sticky residue, layers under makeup and moisturizers, and suits sensitive and acne-prone skin. In the final recommendation, she tells new users to start with No.3 for glow.

Ranked fourth. Creator calls it a more hydrating, barrier-friendly daily vitamin than the pads, says it absorbs quickly without tackiness and layers beautifully under SPF or moisturizer, and says she loves getting brightening benefits without sting; she recommends it for sensitive, dry or easily overwhelmed skin.

Ranked third. Captions describe light watery, non-sticky absorption and multiple creator use cases for dry/dehydrated, oily/combination and post-exfoliation skin; the creator says it leaves a smooth non-pilling makeup base and calls it a must-have overnight hydrator for baby-soft, plump skin.

Ranked first/top pick. After a few weeks, creator says she can definitely see firmer, smoother skin; the lightweight silky essence absorbs quickly without sticky or greasy feel, does not irritate on sensitive/dry days, and leaves her face glowing and healthy-looking.