Articolo: A Simple Korean Skincare Routine, Step by Step
A Simple Korean Skincare Routine, Step by Step
Korean skincare is famous for long routines, but you don't need ten steps to get good results. Five steps are enough for most people. Here is a simple routine you can follow every day, with product ideas for each step.
The basic routine
- Cleanser
- Toner
- Serum or ampoule
- Moisturizer
- Sunscreen (morning only)
Step 1: Cleanse
Use a gentle foam cleanser that cleans without leaving skin tight. In the evening, if you wear sunscreen or makeup, many people cleanse twice: an oil cleanser first, then a foam. A good everyday option is ANUA Heartleaf Succinic Moisture Cleansing Foam, which suits sensitive and acne-prone skin.
Step 2: Tone
Korean toners are light and hydrating. They prepare the skin for the next steps. Choose by skin type:
- Sensitive or red skin: ANUA Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner
- Dry or dull skin: ANUA PDRN 100 Hyaluronic Acid Booster Toner or Beauty of Joseon Glow Replenishing Rice Milk
- Oily skin and clogged pores: ANUA BHA 2% Gentle Exfoliating Toner (start a few times a week)
Step 3: Serum or ampoule
This is the step that targets a specific concern. Use a soothing centella ampoule for calm skin, a niacinamide product for dark spots and uneven tone, or a retinol serum at night for fine lines. If you use retinol, such as ANUA Retinol 0.3% + Niacin Renewing Serum, start slowly and always wear sunscreen the next day.
Step 4: Moisturize
A moisturizer locks in everything underneath. For dry, sensitive or irritated skin, a barrier cream with ceramides works well, such as ANUA 3 Ceramide Panthenol Moisture Barrier Cream. Oily skin can use a lighter gel or lotion.
Step 5: Sunscreen
Every morning, finish with an SPF 50 sunscreen. It protects against dark spots and early aging, and it matters even more if you use acids or retinol. Korean sunscreens are light and comfortable for daily wear.
Morning vs evening
- Morning: cleanser, toner, serum, moisturizer, sunscreen.
- Evening: cleanser (twice if needed), toner, serum or retinol, moisturizer.
Using Korean skincare after clinic treatments
Gentle, soothing products such as heartleaf and centella toners are popular for home care between professional treatments. After a peel or other procedure, follow your skincare professional's aftercare advice first.
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