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k-beauty products worth the hype

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i went down the k-beauty rabbit hole so here are the products that actually made it into my routine. pdrn, peptides, egf, retinoids + really good moisturizers for hydrated, glowy, healthy-looking skin. only keeping the ones i’d actually recommend.
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I have been using Soko glam since 2017 for my k beauty buys! K beauty is built around a 10 step skin care routine (can be simplified to 5 steps) you do not do all 10 steps daily but based on a schedule Routines are built to focus on skin care type ...
 
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Soko glam $20 off your first order link !! just sign up for their loyalty program it's like similar to Ultas where you get free $$$ off is amazing they have no tariffs also
Soko Glam - Korean Skin Care & Beauty Products $20 off voucher
 
The Little Book of Skin Care

Step 1 makeup remover and oil cleanser

Oil cleansers are the foundation of the Korean skincare routine and the essential first step in the double cleanse. As you gently massage them into dry skin, they effectively dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and other oil-based impurities. WHAT IT DOES: ...
 
Living Cleansing Balm
 
Pore Cleansing Oil [PHA]

Step 2 water based cleanser

The second step of the double cleanse. Cleansing twice is recommended by aestheticians and dermatologists because it helps to thoroughly remove any impurities that can cause breakouts. Water-based cleansers dissolve the water-based impurities such as...
 
Gentle Elements Cleansing Foam
 
Real Fresh Green Tea Cleansing Stick

Step 3 Exfoliator

Physical and chemical exfoliants help unclog pores and remove dead skin cells, revealing a brighter, smoother complexion. Regular exfoliation also enhances the effectiveness of your skincare routine by allowing products to absorb more easily. WHAT I...
 
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Makes your face GLOW
New Skin Toner 5% PHA Exfoliating 145mL
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Real Complexion Hyaluron Exfoliating AHA Treatment

Step 4: Toner

Toners are the essential prep step, sweeping away any remaining residue from cleansing while supporting your skin’s barrier for better absorption of the products that follow. Think of your skin like a sponge - it’s much easier to hydrate when it’s sl...
 
PDRN Lifting Pad
 
Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner
 
Galactomyces Glutathione Glow Milky Toner

Step 5: Essence

Essences are lightweight but potent, often concentrated with hydrating, slow-aging, and skin-replenishing ingredients to smooth, brighten, and prep your skin for what’s next. WHAT IT DOES: Hydrates and aids in cell turnover HOW TO: Sprinkle into ha...
 
Hyaluron Skin Essence
 
Mugwort Essence
 
Snail Mucin Energy Essence
 
Real Ferment Micro Essence

Step 6: Treatments

Boosters, serums, and ampoules are the ultimate skin perfectors. Packed with powerhouse ingredients, they target specific skin concerns such as acne, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation. WHAT IT DOES: Directly treats problem areas HOW TO: Gently tap ...
 
Time Stop Collagen Ampoule
 
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Just added this bubble booster serum to my routine and I'm loving the glow it gives my skin!
BIODANCE Caviar PDRN Liposome Bubble Booster
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Raw Activator Serum
 
Brightening Bouncy Boost Serum
 
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egf have been getting so much attention I wanted tk try it out and this is so good
medicube NAD EGF Firming Serum 1.01 fl.oz
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DIVE-IN Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Serum
 
Expert Retinol Super Bounce Serum
 
Centella 4% TXA Gel Serum

Step 7 sheet mask

If essences are the heart of the Korean skincare routine, sheet masks are the soul. They deliver a concentrated dose of ingredients designed to hydrate, brighten, calm, or firm depending on what your skin needs most. It’s an effortless way to give yo...
 
Amino Moisture Mask

Step 8 eye cream

The skin around your eyes is the most delicate, making it more prone to dryness, puffiness, and fine lines. A well-formulated eye cream targets these concerns with concentrated ingredients while staying gentle and non-irritating for daily use. WHAT ...
 
Snail Mucin Eye Cream
 
Collagen Lifting Eye Cream
 
Bunny Line Smoother Eye Cream Roller
 
Double Play Retinol Face & Eye Treatment

Step 9 moisturizer

Whether it’s a lightweight gel or a rich cream, moisturizers deliver lasting hydration, strengthen the skin barrier, and seal in the steps that come before. They help smooth texture, soften fine lines, and keep skin balanced and healthy around the cl...
 
Bong² Bounce Cream
 
XMD Stem III Clinical Recovery Cream
 
SoonJung 2x Barrier Intensive Cream

Step 10 Sun Protection

Sunscreen is a daily essential in your AM routine and one of the most effective ways to protect your skin from premature aging, UV damage, and pigmentation. Always apply it as the final step to create a protective barrier and lock in all the benefits...
 
Day-Light Protection Airy Sunscreen

Mist

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Hydrating Jojoba Oil + Aloe Vera H2O Double Duty Mist
 
Black Rice Probiotics 2% NAD+ Serum Mist

Bodyyyyy

- Meghan the stallion
 
PRE-ORDER: AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Body Cleanser
 
Diamond Truffle Contour Body Oil
 
Supermatcha Body Lotion+

Lips

shimmery lips for telling men off
 
Taste of Space Lip Milk
 
PDRN Collagen Lip Mask Glazed Jelly

Newbie?

Premade stress free routines for u
 
10-Step Korean Skin Care Routine Set (Oily Skin Type)
 
10-Step Korean Skincare Routine Set (Combination Skin Type)
 
10-Step Korean Skin Care Routine Set (Normal Skin Type)
 
10-Step Korean Skin Care Routine Set (Dry Skin Type)