• 7-step routine

    Here’s a beginner-friendly 7-step Korean skincare routine for those who want a more complete regimen: 1. Cleanser (Double Cleansing) 2. Toner 3. Essence 4. Serum 5. Eye Cream 6. Moisturizer 7. Sunscreen (Morning) This 7-step routine covers all the basics…

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  • 4-step routine

    Here’s an easy 4-step Korean skincare routine for beginners: 1. Cleanser 2. Toner 3. Moisturizer 4. Sunscreen (Morning) This 4-step routine is simple, effective, and great for maintaining healthy, glowing skin.

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  • SPF

    SPF

    What SPF Is and What It’s Good For SPF, or Sun Protection Factor, is a measure of how well a sunscreen protects your skin from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) radiation, particularly UVB rays. UVB rays are the primary cause of…

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  • Moisturizer

    Moisturizer

    What a Moisturizer Is and What It’s Good For A moisturizer is a skincare product designed to hydrate and lock moisture into the skin. It typically contains a combination of humectants, emollients, and occlusives, which work together to maintain the…

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  • Sheet masks

    Sheet masks

    What a Sheet Mask Is and What It’s Good For A sheet mask is a face-shaped fabric or hydrogel sheet soaked in a concentrated serum. It’s applied to the face for a set period, usually 15-20 minutes, and is designed…

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  • Serum

    Serum

    What Essence Is and What It’s Good For Essence is a lightweight, hydrating product that sits between your toner and serum in a skincare routine. It’s often considered the heart of Korean skincare, and its primary purpose is to hydrate,…

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  • Toner

    Toner

    What Toner Is and What It’s Good For Toner is a liquid skincare product applied after cleansing and before applying treatments like serums and moisturizers. It’s designed to rebalance, hydrate, and prep your skin for the rest of your routine.…

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  • Exfoliator

    Exfoliator

    Exfoliators are skincare products designed to remove dead skin cells from the surface of the skin, helping to reveal fresher, smoother, and brighter skin underneath. Exfoliation is a key step in maintaining healthy skin because it promotes cell turnover, unclogs…

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  • Double cleansing

    Double cleansing

    A good oil cleanser and water-based cleanser are essential parts of a Korean skincare routine, working together to thoroughly cleanse the skin. Let’s break down what makes them effective and why they’re used. Oil Cleanser What It Is: An oil…

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  • Eyecream

    Eyecream

    A good eye cream is a specialized skincare product formulated to hydrate, protect, and address specific concerns in the delicate skin around the eyes. This area is more sensitive and prone to showing signs of aging, such as fine lines,…

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