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my korean skincare staples for acne prone skin 🫧

20 items

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Sections

oil cleansers

water cleansers

exfoliant

toners

serums & ampoule

moisturizers

oil cleansers

PM – 1x daily: First step in the double cleansing method. Melts away sunscreen, makeup & excess oil so your pores can actually breathe. Essential for acne-prone skin to avoid congestion

This is the one I reach for when I want something super silky. It removes everything, even mascara, without stinging my eyes. Plus, the fermented black rice makes my skin feel really nourished after cleansing – not tight or greasy.

Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil

When my skin feels more sensitive, I pick this one. It’s so lightweight, rinses off easily, and the Centella in it calms my breakouts. I feel like it helps keep my skin barrier strong, even while cleansing

HaruHaru WONDER Black Rice Moisture Deep Cleansing Oil I ...

water cleansers

AM & PM – 2x daily: After oil cleansing at night – or just in the morning to wash off the night – I need something gentle but effective. For me, a good water cleanser shouldn’t strip my skin. These three became my go-tos, depending on how my skin feels t...

This feels so fluffy and light. I use it when I want something super gentle that still makes my skin feel fresh. It never leaves me tight or dry, which is a must with my acne-prone skin.

iUNIK - Centella Bubble Cleansing Foam

The Centella really helps when my skin is a bit irritated or red, and I feel extra clean without any harshness.

SKIN1004 - Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam

When my breakouts flare up, I reach for this. It lathers nicely and feels refreshing, and the Heartleaf really soothes the inflamed spots. It’s like my emergency cleanser for acne days.

Abib Acne foam cleanser Heartleaf Foam I Korean Skincare

exfoliant

2–3x weekly: Exfoliation made such a difference for my texture and breakouts. But I learned the hard way that less is more – now I only do it 2–3 times per week, and my skin stays smoother without getting irritated. I switch between these depending o...

It’s almost like a hydrating gel that buffs away dead skin. My face feels fresh and calm afterwards, not stripped at all.

Anua Heartleaf LHA Moisture Peeling Gel I Korean Skincare

These are my quick fix when I want my pores to look tighter and my skin extra clean. I love that I can just swipe and go – perfect when I’m feeling lazy.

Medicube - Zero Pore Pad 2.0

My go-to when I’m dealing with stubborn blackheads or breakouts. It’s stronger, so I don’t use it too often, but it really helps keep my skin clear and less congested.

Celimax - Ji Woo Gae Heartleaf Bha Peeling Pad

toners

AM & PM – 2x daily: After cleansing, my skin always feels like it needs balance and hydration. Toner is that step that calms everything down and makes sure my serums absorb better.

It’s super lightweight, but the Centella soothes instantly and keeps my barrier happy.

SKIN1004 - Madagascar Centella Toning Toner

It feels refreshing and reduces that “angry skin” feeling I sometimes get with acne.

Rice 70 Glow Milky Toner

On days when my skin feels extra sensitive, I grab this. Mugwort is so calming, and it leaves my skin soft, hydrated, and less reactive.

Mugwort Super Calming Toner

serums & ampoule

This is my go-to when my skin feels sensitive or inflamed. The Centella calms redness so fast, and I love that it’s fragrance-free – it just feels safe and reliable for my acne-prone skin.

Purito SEOUL Wonder Releaf Centella Serum Unscented I ...

I reach for this when I’m breaking out. It feels cooling and soothing, and I swear it helps my pimples calm down quicker.

TirTir SOS Serum I Korean Skincare

It helps fade acne scars and dark spots over time. I notice my skin tone looking more even when I’m consistent with it.

Anua - Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Serum

Honestly, this is the product I trust the most when my skin barrier feels weak. It calms irritation, hydrates, and makes my skin feel stable again.

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule

moisturizers

No matter how oily or acne-prone my skin is, I learned that skipping moisturizer is the worst thing I can do. When my skin gets dehydrated, it just produces more oil and breaks out even more. These are the creams I rotate, depending on how my skin fe...

This is the one I grab when my skin feels super sensitive or after exfoliating. It’s lightweight, calming, and makes my skin feel instantly comfortable.

Numbuzin No.1 Pantothenic B5 Active Soothing Cream I Korean Skincare

It hydrates, smooths, and strengthens my skin all at once. I feel like it gives me a “healthy skin reset” whenever my face looks dull or tired.

Dr. Althea - 345 Relief Cream

My everyday safe choice. Lightweight, calming, and it never clogs my pores.

SKIN1004 - Madagascar Centella Cream

sunscreen

Sunscreen used to be the step I skipped the most – but honestly, it’s the most important. It keeps my acne scars from getting darker, prevents new damage, and just protects all the effort I put into my routine. I finally found sunscreens that don’t b...

It feels soothing thanks to the heartleaf, perfect when my skin is breaking out or feels sensitive. No white cast, just a fresh finish that makes wearing sunscreen every day easy.

Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream

It’s mineral-based but blends in nicely with no heavy white cast. It feels protective yet comfortable, and I love how it keeps my skin calm even on long days outside.

Complete No-Stress Physical Sunscreen V3 SPF 50+ / PA ++++