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Healthy skin looks like this 👀✨
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items I tried way too many products so you don’t have to. These Korean skincare picks gave me real glow—not filters, not makeup, just good skin. Disclaimer: I have combination skin that tends to be slightly dry, with oiliness in the T-zone
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Cleansing Oil
Foam Cleanser
Make Up Remover
Toner
Toner Pads
Serum
Cleansing Oil
for someone who wears a lot of make up, cleansing is a non negotiable
I’m usually not into cleansing oils, but this one’s actually nice. Lightweight, easy pump, removes makeup (even mascara) well, and leaves my skin soft—not greasy. Super easy to use, no cotton pads needed
Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil
As someone with combination skin, this effectively cleanses without stripping
The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Cleansing Light Oil
Dry climate approved. Soft skin, better makeup, zero regrets.
Biodance Collagen Cleansing Oil
This has helped minimize pores and clean them out. This is the only thing that I have ever found to help with acne and blackheads.
Manyo Factory Pure Cleansing Oil
Foam Cleanser
Step 2 of double cleansing is using foam cleanser to remove the oil based and get all that remaining gunk out
Produces rich, fine foam and leaves the skin feeling comfortable, not tight.
Manyo Factory Pure & Deep Cleansing Foam
I love using this cleansing foam—Leaves my face and neck super clean, especially after workouts. Not drying—Gen-Z approved
The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Cleansing Foam
It cleanses without being harsh and is unscented for the win, If you’re still on the hunt for an acidic cleanser
Torriden DIVE IN Cleansing Foam
Good for acne-prone skin and long days at the office, with a very gentle, soft texture.
Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam
Make Up Remover
This is the product I use when I feel lazy and too tired to do double cleansing 😴😮💨🫠
I love this ! They never dry out my skin, never caused irritation or breakouts, there's no tacky residue, and they remove my makeup like a charm
The Face Shop Rice Water Bright Cleansing Tissue
Gently removes light makeup—no stinging on the eyes and no bitter taste on the lips. Perfect for everyday cleansing
Garnier Micellar Water
Toner
This toner has become a staple in my routine. It instantly hydrates, balances my skin, and gives that smooth, luminous finish I always look for
If you haven't tried this yet. . . YOU HAVE TO! Leaves your skin so hydrated and soft. This will forever be in my routine!
Byoma Hydrating Milky Toner
Obsessed with this toner—light milky texture, non-sticky, and super hydrating. Perfect for oily and acne-prone skin. A must-try and repurchase
Milk Skin Toner - Tirtir
I did my homework on this one. Not overhyped, but actually works for a damaged skin barrier.
Anua 70 Glow Milky Toner
An ultra-gentle, hydrating cleanser with a silky milky texture—feels like washing your face with a cloud. Non-stripping, calming, and skin-kind.
Thayers Milky Toner
Toner Pads
Soft toner pads that gently refine, hydrate, and leave the skin fresh and smooth.
I used the pads as a mask I let multiple one’s just sit on my face for about 30 min. Afterwards, I was really impressed how plump and glowing my skin looked.
collagen gel toner pads - Biodance
Visibly smoother, brighter skin—regular use helps minimize pores, refine texture, and reveal a healthy, natural glow. This is good for exfoliator🤍
Medicube Zero Pore Pad
Serum
I’ve been testing this product for a while now & let me tell you this serum changed my skin for the better! My skin feels so refreshed and altogether rejuvenated!
Anua 7+ barrier serum
Bought this because of FOMO and… yeah, it deserves the hype. Super light, crazy hydrating, and you only need a little. I layer it when my skin feels dry—and it’s affordable. Obsessed
Torriden Dive In Serum
Been using this since September and my skin is glowing. Helps with the anti aging, repair the skin and regeneration—worth the hype
Medicube PDRN Pink Peptide Serum
Low-key a super serum. Lightweight but hydrating, makes skin look smoother, more even, and plump. Feels lighter than snail mucin but gives the same glow—actually impressed
Phyto-Mucin Glow Serum
Gently repairs acne-damaged skin and strengthens the skin barrier—just once a week 🌿
Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum 30ml ...
cream moisturizer
These are the moisturizers I actually use and keep going back to. They hydrate without feeling heavy, work so well on my combo skin, and sit nicely under makeup. I’m linking my go-to picks below—you’ll get why I love them.
Been using this for months and still obsessed. Night use = dewy, hydrated skin in the morning. Super rich though—best suited for dry to normal skin rather than oily skin
Rhode Barrier Restore Cream
Light, silky, and not greasy at all. My skin looks more hydrated, fine lines look softer, and it sits so well under makeup. Love it—def repurchasing.
Dr.Reju-ALL Advanced LC-Ceramide Barrier Cream 50ML
Using this regularly made my skin barrier feel stronger and way less irritated. Keeps my skin moisturized all day and layers perfectly under makeup—no pilling
Tirtir Ceramic Cream - Beauty Review
Not my first time buying this cream and definitely not my last. I use it every day—lightweight, not sticky or greasy, and it saves my skin from dry AC air. Keeps my skin calm, hydrated, works under makeup, and never clogs pores. Forever repurchase 🫶
MA:NYO Bifida Biome Aqua Barrier Cream
Sunscreen
These are the sunscreens I personally use and recommend—lightweight, comfortable on the skin, and easy to wear every day without feeling greasy or heavy.
Brightens without white cast—no makeup days approved
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++
Sensitive skin girlies, this one’s safe. Even my post-treatment skin loves this. Tone-up but still looks natural—just blend it well.
Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++
This sunscreen glides on so easily—light, weightless, and very Korean-SPF vibes. No fragrance, no white cast, and the texture alone competes with my fave Korean sunscreens.
Ultralight Face Fluid SPF50
Finally tried this sunscreen and I get the hype. Wears better than a primer, didn’t burn me even on a super sunny day, and the thin lotion texture goes on beautifully. More matte than dewy—10/10 for makeup days
CabanaClear™ Water Gel Serum SPF50 30ml