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Serums recommended by need & skin type
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items I've put together this list of my tried and tested K-beauty serums, organized by section according to what your skin really needs: from deep hydration and soothing to acne control, blemishes, and firmness. Find yours easily!
Sections
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Brightening, Spots & Even Skin Tone (For acne marks, dullness and spots)
Hydration, Soothing & Skin Barrier (For dry, sensitive or irritated skin)
Acne, Pores & Texture (Sebum Control) (For breakouts, uneven texture and pores)
Anti-aging, Firmness & Renewal (For fine lines, elasticity and nighttime)
Brightening, Spots & Even Skin Tone (For acne marks, dullness and spots)
Is this for you? If you have post-acne marks, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, or dull skin lacking natural radiance.
Here you'll find serums packed with vitamin C, niacinamide, and antioxidants designed to lighten blemishes, even out skin tone,...
High-potency 20% Pure Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid) serum that visibly brightens dull skin tone, fades dark spots, and provides powerful antioxidant protection!
mixsoon Vitamin C 20 Serum 10ml
Infused with Pink Lotus PDRN and Hyaluronic Acid to intensely hydrate, revive dull skin, and create a plump, luminous "glass skin" glow!
Hanskin Shake PDRN Glow Serum, Pink Lotus PDRN ...
If you're looking to diminish blemishes, smooth uneven texture, and control shine without feeling heavy on your face, this serum is a gem. Its texture is incredibly lightweight, super watery, and absorbs instantly without leaving a sticky feeling.
JUMISO 20% Niacinamide Dark Spot Serum
Hydration, Soothing & Skin Barrier (For dry, sensitive or irritated skin)
Is this for you? If your skin feels tight, dry, irritated, red, or sensitive.
This section features serums ideal for restoring moisture to the skin, soothing discomfort or redness, and repairing the damaged skin barrier without irritation. They are ...
It's a rich, dense serum with a moisturizing finish. Although it's a bit heavy, it feels very refreshing on the face. If you have very dry skin, it's a 10/10 for soothing and restoring hydration. For combination or oily skin, I recommend using it occ...
JAUNKYEOL HERITAGE CONCENTRATE CALMING ...
Honestly, when it arrived, I thought it was water because it's so incredibly lightweight. Since I have oily skin, I hate heavy serums, and this one is perfect because it doesn't leave my skin sticky at all. The best part is that it's soothing and kee...
The deep hydration serum that isn't sticky!
Made with 100% pure Centella Asiatica extract to quickly soothe irritated skin, calm redness, and strengthen your skin barrier. Super lightweight and gentle!
mixsoon Soondy Centella Asiatica Essence 100ml
Ultra-lightweight hydration serum packed with marine-derived reservoirs to attract and hold moisture, giving you deep hydration without any heavy feel!
Marine Hyaluronics Serum: Lightweight Serum for Hydrated Skin
A hydrating booster loaded with Hyaluronic Acid, Peptides, and Squalane to lock in moisture, soothe dry patches, and keep skin plump and bouncy!
Water Slide - Hydration Boosting Serum | BUBBLE ≡ SEPHORA
An advanced anti-aging peptide serum engineered to restore skin elasticity, smooth out fine lines, and firm sagging areas. It deeply hydrates while supporting natural collagen production, leaving your complexion looking plump, lifted, and visibly ren...
AnotherFace Peptathenol 10% Barrier Serum
An intensive hydration boost for dehydrated or dry skin. Its Nano technology helps water and nutrients penetrate deeper layers of the skin without leaving a greasy feeling, instantly restoring suppleness and a fresh appearance.
9wishes Hydra Ampule Nano Plus+ 50ml
Acne, Pores & Texture (Sebum Control) (For breakouts, uneven texture and pores)
Is this for you? If you're prone to breakouts, enlarged pores, blackheads, uneven texture, or excess oil.
This section includes treatments with azelaic acid, purifying extracts, and gentle exfoliants that help soothe active blemishes, unclog pores, ...
The perfect choice when you want to treat pores and breakouts without overloading your skin. It gives you a healthy, radiant glow without adding oil or leaving your face feeling heavy or sticky.
Pore Firming Red Bean PDRN™ Serum - Beauty of Joseon
If you have redness, acne marks, or stubborn breakouts and are looking for something that truly soothes your skin without irritating it, this serum is a 10/10. The combination of azelaic acid and centella asiatica in SKIN1004 is fantastic for deconge...
Azelaic Acid 10 Ampoule
Formulated with 10% Azelaic Acid and Tea Tree PDRN to clarify skin, target stubborn dark spots, smooth bumpy texture, and calm active breakouts!
Aromatica Super Tea Tree Azelaic Acid PDRN Serum Review
An excellent azelaic acid serum for controlling breakouts, improving texture, and reducing redness. It has that characteristic slightly sticky texture upon application, but it absorbs beautifully into the skin. Ideal if you're looking to add a new el...
[SKIN&LAB] Azelaic Acid 10% Balancing Serum
Viral fermented bean essence that gently exfoliates dead skin cells, smooths texture, and delivers deep hydration for a glassy, radiant glow!
mixsoon Bean Essence 50ml
Anti-aging, Firmness & Renewal (For fine lines, elasticity and nighttime)
Is this for you? If you're looking to prevent or treat fine lines, loss of firmness, loss of elasticity, or tired-looking skin.
Night serums formulated with retinal, collagen, PDRN, and peptides that stimulate cell renewal and collagen production fo...
Super versatile and lightweight! It comes in capsules with retinal, collagen, and PDRN to renew your skin overnight. Its texture is incredibly easy to apply and absorbs effortlessly without feeling heavy. Remember that with ingredients like retinal, ...
mixsoon PDRN Collagen Retinal 6 Capsule Serum ...
A deeply nourishing serum formulated with 68% Korean rice bran water to naturally brighten dull skin, refine uneven texture, and lock in long-lasting moisture. It works in perfect synergy with the Rice Cleanser to soothe, smooth, and leave your face ...
9wishes
A potent nighttime serum featuring Vegan Rose PDRN, 0.1% Retinal, and Peptides to boost elasticity, smooth fine lines, and refine pores with a velvety finish!
haruharu wonder - Rose PDRN Firming Serum