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Korean skincare that your sensitive, acne-prone skin craves
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items Since Korean skincare has been popping off lately, I wanted to share some products that are great for protecting my skin barrier and avoiding irritation, and can work wonders for you!
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Ampoles & serums
"Toner" & toner pads
Moisturizer
Face wash
Face masks
Ampoles & serums
If you’re just starting to add extra steps to your routine, this brightening gem is the perfect intro. Formulated with sensitive skin in mind, it’s non-irritating, and delivers a soft radiance that builds over time.
Dr. Althea - Gentle Vitamin C Serum
If your skin is already used to vitamin c, take it an extra step and use this one instead. The ingredients are amazing and it makes the skin look plump and clear. Helps with any post acne marks too!
Vitamin C Boosting Serum - Dr. Althea
One of my favorite extra steps to add in my morning routine. It does not cause irritation more like calms it down! Trusted product and a little goes a long way!
SKIN1004 - Madagascar Centella Ampoule
I apply this product at night to calm my irritated skin and my acne scars have been disappearing!
Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum - ANUA
If you’re struggling with current acne, yes even the cystic acne, this here is the best ampoule u can apply to ur face. It’s not irritating at all and allows ur skin to feel relived.
Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Relief Ampoule - SKIN1004
"Toner" & toner pads
I love everything that has to do with rice. It brightens my face and it’s another nice “extra step” to add to my routine. Keeps my skin extra hydrated & perfect for makeup prep with a glow base💅🏻
Rice 70 Intensive Moisturizing Milk - ANUA
One of the best Mediheal toner pads you could try if u have any acne flare ups. When cystic acne starts to cave in, I love applying this toner pad that calms down my skin.
MEDIHEAL - Teatree Trouble Pad
Keep in mind the ingredients may be harsh for those who have ruined their skin barrier (me). However, after those 3 years I FINALLY started implementing exfoliants and this one is my favorite. I don’t use this often maybe 1-2 times a week to remove a...
Zero Pore Pad - medicube
If you’re looking for a toner that helps with the skin barrier and reduces any texture & scars this one, is it. It doesn’t have any harsh ingredients so you're able to use it day and night which I love!
EQQUALBERRY Korean Swimming Pool Toner 300ml
Moisturizer
Fungal acne safe option. It has ingredients to help strengthen your skin barrier. Catered to mature and dry skin!! Your best bet is to do a patch test and if your skin is absorbing the moisturizer making your skin feel and look amazing then that this...
147 Barrier Cream - Dr. Althea
Another product that I’m glad ulta now has. this cream is super popular for a good reason. It helps with post acne marks and great for sensitive skin. Always patch test before using any product!!
Dr. Althea - 345 Relief Cream
When dealing with current cystic acne and a ruined skin barrier, this product helped me a lot. I never had to worry if this was the cause of my acne!
AESTURA ATOBARRIER365 Cream with
For skin that isn’t too dry, but isn’t too oily, but you do want a moisturized skin throughout the day. This moisturizer always worked best for me. It never felt too thick or too thin great consistency.
Isntree - Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream
Face wash
If you prefer foam cleansers, I’d recommend this product. Nothing can go wrong with centella! This paired with their ampole?? Perfection.
Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam - SKIN1004
Face masks
For those with sensitive skin that crave a face mask, this one is it. It has amazing properties that calm and relieve the skin in real time.
I'm From - Mugwort Mask