South Korea, in addition to being known for its popular TV series and the K-pop craze that has taken over the world, has also revolutionized the cosmetics industry by drawing everyone’s attention with its unique skin care techniques. This culture has opened new doors to our perceptions of beauty and care, and has redefined the concept of “sparkle.”

This care ritual, which is carried out with layered products and implements the exact opposite of the minimalist or “less is more” approach, focuses on deeply nourishing and moisturizing the skin. The main goal of Korean skincare is to display the skin’s radiance as a representation of a natural and healthy stance.

Cleanse and moisturize your skin

The first step in applying the so-called “K-Beauty” skin care is a two-step cleansing. It is essential to cleanse the skin of all dirt and excess oil, because South Koreans believe that cleansing is the essence of healthy skin. First, you cleanse your skin of makeup and dirt with an oil-based cleanser suitable for your skin type, then you clean your pores completely with a water-based cleanser.

The next steps are a kind of care feast that creates a SPA effect: tonics, creams, essences, serums… Each one actually serves a different purpose according to your skin’s needs at that moment while moisturizing the skin. While special serums are used for acne problems, different creams can be preferred for wrinkles and fine lines. There is no single rule or use of a single product structure.

A healthy and radiant look in Korean skin care

The biggest emphasis in Korean skin care is on the skin glowing with a luminous shine. However, the source of this shine is not oil, but a healthy and moist appearance that comes from within.

There is a concept that you will hear often to perfect your skin care routine: protecting the skin barrier. In other words, it is necessary to cleanse the skin without irritating it and to replenish moisture to the dry skin after cleaning. That is why the moisturizer and sunscreen steps towards the end of the routine are very important for the care to be fully effective.

Another magical aspect of Korean skincare is its unique relationship with nature. Natural ingredients like green tea, rice water, and snail extract are very popular.