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The 10 Step Korean Skin Care Essentials!
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items Achieving radiant, glass-like skin starts with the right routine! The famous 10-step Korean skincare regimen is all about layering hydrating, nourishing, and protective products to keep your skin healthy and glowing. While ten steps may sound overwhe...
Sections
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Step 1: Oil-based/balm cleanser
Step 2:Water-Based Cleanser
Step 3: Exfoliator
Step 4: Toner
Step 5: Essence
Step 6: Serums
Step 1: Oil-based/balm cleanser
. Oil-based impurities like excess sebum, makeup, and SPF are best removed with oil based products.
I have combination skin, and finding the right oil-based cleanser has always been a challenge, until I discovered this cleanser. 😍 It effortlessly melts away makeup, sunscreen, and impurities without clogging my pores or making my skin feel greasy. ...
Centella Light Cleansing Oil
Personally I still haven't tried this product but it has really good reviews. It's a little bit pricy but many people say it's worth the investment! From what I’ve read, it has a gentle yet effective formula that works well for various skin types, le...
Gentle Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover
Amazing at removing makeup, sunscreen and overall dirt and oils. Does not irritate my skin at all! A little goes a long way:)
Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil Makeup Remover
Step 2:Water-Based Cleanser
Double-cleansing is essential in K-beauty routines. By following up with a water-based cleanser, you can properly remove water-based impurities like dirt, sweat, and grime.
I love how gentle this cleanser is on my skin while still effectively removing impurities and excess oil. The low pH formula is perfect for maintaining my skin’s natural balance, and it leaves my face feeling refreshed and clean without any tightness...
COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Face Cleanser
If you’re looking for a luxurious yet gentle oil-based cleanser then this one is a game changer! This clenser melts effortlessly into the skin, dissolving makeup, sunscreen, and impurities without clogging pores or stripping moisture. It’s packed wit...
Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser
This cleanser is one of the best cleansers I have ever used. It leaves my skin feeling incredibly soft and hydrated yet very clean and matt. 100% RECOMMEND!!:D
The Rice Wash - Limited Edition
Step 3: Exfoliator
Depending on your skin type and exfoliator, this might be a daily or weekly step—make sure to read the instructions on the label.
I use this product weekly since I have very sensitive combo skin and my acne as been flaring up a lot lately. I needed to include some exfoliation and I was scared to irritate my skin so that’s why I went with this product. So far I love it! It doesn...
MEDIHEAL Phyto Enzyme Peeling Pad
Used this one night, woke up the next morning and my face looked really smooth. Very odd. Tried it again and again next morning my face texture looked amazing! Anyway I got it to remove blackheads on my nose, and I’m using it along with double cleans...
Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
Step 4: Toner
Next come the toners. While toners may have a negative connotation in your mind, nowadays there are many that aren’t harsh, stripping, or astringent, especially if you choose a K-beauty option.
I use this toner everyday after I cleanse and before i put any cream products on my face. It really helps calm down my acne and all the irritation I get.
innisfree Green Tea Enzyme PHA Toner
I also sometimes use this toner and I can confirm it is really good.
Joseon Glow Replenishing Rice Toner
If you have dry and sensitive skin, then this toner is definitely for you. It calms the skin and hydrates it.
Paula's Choice Skin Recovery Calming Toner
Step 5: Essence
Toners and essences may offer similar benefits, but they’re not exactly interchangeable. The main difference lies in their primary functions: a toner helps balance the skin, while an essence floods it with hydration. If your toner is deeply hydrating...
Who doesn't love Beauty of Joseon products! Has my skin feeling amazing and refreshed! I always come back for more!
Ginseng Essence Water - Beauty of Joseon
Love this product, keeps consistent moisture in face throughout dry winter.
mixsoon Bean Essence
Step 6: Serums
You’ll want to choose a serum that either hydrates, brightens, firms, and/or calms to achieve luminous, smooth, clear skin. Ensure it can be easily paired with other treatments without concern.
The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Asiatica Ampoule has worked well for my very acne-prone yet dry skin. I haven’t had any additional redness, irritation, or breakouts while using it, which is a big win. The watery consistency absorbs easily into my sk...
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Serum 100ml
I’ve been using this serum for a while now, and it’s honestly a game changer! It's packed with ginseng and rice, two powerhouse ingredients that help brighten and even out the skin tone. It has a lightweight, non-greasy texture that absorbs quickly, ...
Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum Propolis 30ml
Perfect for dry skin, this innisfree green tea serum delivers thirst-quenching hydration and helps to prevent moisture loss. With green tea and other hydrating ingredients in the mix, this bestselling Korean serum is guaranteed to leave your skin loo...
innisfree Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic Serum
Step 7: Eye cream
Don’t forget eye creams! Choose the one that suits your eye area and addresses specific concerns you’re targeting.
A really good eye cream. I have been using it for quite a while now, and it has made my baggy under-eyes disappear. It also helped brighten them and smooth out the fine lines I had around my eyes.
Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum
The Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Eye Cream has been getting incredible feedback from users, and it’s easy to see why! Many people rave about its hydrating and lightweight formula, which absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving any greasy residue. ...
[Haruharu Wonder] Black Rice Bakuchiol Eye Cream
Step 8: Moisturiser
It’d be a crime to skip moisturizer, which is why this step comes last to seal it all in.
I’ve been using Johnson’s Beauty Moisturizer, and it’s pretty good! It’s lightweight, hydrates well, and doesn’t feel greasy. My skin feels soft after using it, and it works well under makeup. But if you have very dry skin, you might need something r...
Joseon Dynasty Hydrating Face Moisturizer
Dr. Jart's Cica line is amazing for those who deal with facial redness. I've been using this line for years. Unlike the plain moisturizer, this gel cream is lightweight, cooling, and quick absorbing. And unlike the color correcting moisturizer, this ...
Dr.Jart+ Cicapair Cooling Gel Moisturizer
For calming irritation and reducing inflammation this cream contains centella asiatica extract. To display a soft and healthy appearance, the formula's lactobacillus blend smoothes out uneven skin texture and strengthens a compromised skin barrier. T...
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Cica Cream
This is a great everyday moisturizer but I especially love to use it in the winter. It’s very gentle, I’ve never broken out from it. It’s thick yet light weight. It has little beads of moisturizer that melts into your skin. I wake up with glowing ski...
AESTURA ATOBARRIER365 Ceramide Cream
A really good and affordable cream! I highly recommend it if you have very dry skin or a damaged skin barrier, as it's on the heavier, thicker side, providing intense moisturization. It’s perfect for giving your skin that extra hydration boost and he...
La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 Healing Ointment
Step 9: Face mask
This is a bonus step for nights when you have extra time or want to treat yourself. Depending on the mask, its application might vary, but typically, they are used after cleansing and toning. Some prefer to complete their entire skin-care routine aft...
This overnight mask works wonders, providing intense hydration while you sleep. Its gel-like texture is lightweight, yet it deeply nourishes and replenishes dry, tired skin. Many users have noticed their skin feeling soft, smooth, and plump by mornin...
LANEIGE Water Sleeping Mask
I had been reading a lot about K-beauty products so thought of trying this out. The results are impressive. It is very hydrating and feel amazing. I’ve used it 3-4 times now and your skin feels bright after using. The skin does not feel dry at all.
Joseon Rice & Honey Glow Mask 150ml
Step 10: Sunscreen
Sunscreen is a must in every skincare routine, rain or shine, to protect your skin from harmful UV rays and prevent premature aging. Typically applied as the last step in your morning skincare routine.
With a high SPF of 50, this sunscreen offers strong protection against harmful UVA and UVB rays without feeling heavy or greasy. Its lightweight, non-sticky formula absorbs quickly into the skin, leaving a smooth, matte finish—perfect for everyday we...
Beauty of Joseon Daily Relief Sunscreen
This sunscreen encapsulates everything I love about Korean sunscreens, which are 100% more elite than US sunscreens. It's super hydrating—so much so that I actually skip my daytime moisturizer—without feeling heavy or greasy and gives my skin a delig...
THANKYOU FARMER Sun Project Moisture SPF 40