10 Step Korean Skincare Routine : More = Better results?
With the same budget, you might get to buy more items on TofuSecret. But having more skincare items doesn’t immediately mean you will do a great job that yields the desirable results, if you do not understand the 10 Step Korean Skincare Routine much. Therefore we write a guide specially for you, in the hope that every person can benefit the most from the products.
THE EXACT ORDER TO APPLY SKINCARE FOR DAY & NIGHT ROUTINE
One misstep and the whole performance of your 10 Step Korean Skincare Routine diminishes.
DAYTIME ROUTINE | NIGHTTIME ROUTINE | |
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CLEANSE |
STEP 01 Water based cleanser |
STEP 01 Makeup remover / Oil cleanser |
STEP 02 Water based cleanser |
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STEP 03 Exfoliator |
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PREP |
STEP 02 Toner |
STEP 04 Toner |
NOURISH |
STEP 03 Essence / Serum / Ampoule |
STEP 05 Essence / Serum / Ampoule |
STEP 04 Spot treatments |
STEP 06 Spot treatments |
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STEP 05 Masks / Patch |
STEP 07 Masks / Patch |
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STEP 06 Eye cream |
STEP 08 Eye cream |
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MOISTURE |
STEP 07 Moisturizer |
STEP 09 Moisturizer |
STEP 08 Retinol |
STEP 10 Retinol |
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STEP 09 Face oil |
STEP 11 Face oil |
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STEP 10 Sun protection |
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CLEANSE
#1 MAKEUP REMOVER / OIL CLEANSER
An irreplaceable item for people who wore makeup and waterproof or tinted sunscreen. A lasting makeup can be stubborn that you cannot remove it completely without a double cleanse. Use this before cleanser to ensure no cosmetics residue is left over in pores, preventing clogged pores, pimples, and breakouts.
What it does?
Dissolves the stubborn waterproof formula and makeup
Skin Type
For Oily Skin: cleansing water
For Combination/ Dry Skin: cleansing oil
Morning / Night
(Assuming you remove your makeup at night)
Skip this step if
You are not wearing makeup and sunscreen (which you should wear) during the day.
Recommended Makeup Removers
CLEANSE
#2 WATER-BASED CLEANSER
Your bare face is not as clean as what you see through eyes, even if it passes through the makeup remover. Water-based impurities like sweat and dirt are still here to damage your skin. A water-based cleanser is thus a must-have item for everyone.
What it does?
Wash away the water-based impurities like sweat and dirt accumulated on your face
Skin Type
All
Morning / Night
Skip this step if
You do not love yourself, which you should not.
Recommended Water-Based Cleansers
CLEANSE
#3 EXFOLIATOR
Just like the sun hiding behind clouds. Your skin is not glowing because it gets covered by dead skin cells, which increases the risk of acne. Experience how smooth and radiant your face can be by exfoliating 1-2 times per week. You will also make most use of your expensive skincare products by allowing them to sink in more effectively.
What it does?
Removes dead skin cells
Skin Type
All but sensitive skin with cautions
Morning / Night
(Do not exfoliate twice in the same day and please exfoliate with intervals)
Skip this step if
You have done the exfoliation at least twice this week and you do not want irritation.
Recommended Exfoliators
PREP
#4 TONER
Hydrating your skin and removing dead skin cells, a toner does more than simply water: it brings your skin back to the healthy acidic state, and helps your skin absorb the latter skincare better. With a toner, you can be more confident about the promising results of your 10 Step Korean Skincare Routine.
What it does?
Maintains low pH levels, hydrates your skin and removes dead skin cells
Skin Type
All
Morning / Night
(Right after cleansing within one minute)
Skip this step if
You are not wearing makeup and sunscreen (which you should wear) during the day.
Recommended Toners
NOURISH
#5 SERUM / ESSENCE / AMPOULE
Concentrated nutrients, antioxidants and hydrators that boost your confidence in your skin health. You probably unconsciously have at least one but have no ideas when to use. There are various choices based on your skin concerns.
What it does?
Protects your skin from chemical damage caused by free radicals; draws surrounding moisture to your skin; repairs damaged skin barrier.
Skin Type
All
Morning / Night
Skip this step if
You don’t feel like using it.
Recommended Serums / Essences / Ampoules
NOURISH
#6 SPORT TREATMENTS
Discovering new acne or pimples can put anyone in a bad mood and discomfort. Effective spot treatment can help you get rid of this stressor as quickly as possible.
What it does?
Flattens the spots, prevents further inflammation, and lightens the scars.
Skin Type
Acne-prone skin
Morning / Night
(Before moisturizers)
Skip this step if
You are free from acne.
Recommended Spot Treatment Products
NOURISH
#7 SHEET MASKS
Sheet masks are good for both your skin health and mental health. It can’t be more relaxing when you lie down on your bed imagining your face soaking up all the nutrients from a comforting cool mask. A happy life is just that simple. This is the most important step in the 10 Step Korean Skincare Routine.
What it does?
Provides necessary nutrients to your skin.
Skin Type
ALL
Morning / Night
(Before moisturizers)
Skip this step if
You don’t feel like doing so
Recommended Sheet Masks
NOURISH
#8 EYE CREAM
A lot of skincare cautions you against applying the products on your eye area because they will be irritating. But you just can’t leave your dark circles and crow’s feet unattended. Eye cream is designed for treating the concerns with the most effective and most gentle ingredients.
What it does?
Diminishes pigments, wrinkles, and puffiness.
Skin Type
ALL
Morning / Night
(Before moisturizers)
Skip this step if
You love to cosplay as a panda or you think that crow’s feet flatter you.
Recommended Eye Creams
MOISTURE
#9 MOISTURIZER
Moisturizer has reason to be behind the previous steps. It is just too powerful that a misuse can diminish the whole performance of your skincare routine, if you use it in the wrong order. A moisturizer acts as a barrier that prevents nutrients, moisture or impurities entering and exiting your outer skin layer.
What it does?
Prevents moisture evaporation and protects your skin against outside irritants.
Skin Type
ALL
Morning / Night
(After nourishing your skin)
Skip this step if
You don't mind wasting your time only to get no results because the previous products have evaporated!
Recommended Moisturizers
MOISTURE
#10 RETINOL
Just another name of Vitamin A, retinol is the key to antiaging. This multi-tasker is usually packaged in an opaque container for its sensitivity to air and light. This is the powerful tool you should use with patience because good things take time (several months). But you can also spot benefits such as lightened dark spots, smoothened scars after a period of time.
What it does?
Facilitates collagen production and provides firmer, smoother, and more even-toned skin
Skin Type
ALL
Morning / Night
(Preferably night, because exposure to UV light reduces the effectiveness.)
Skip this step if
You suffer from rosacea, eczema, or psoriasis for the retinol will get you more inflammation.
MOISTURE
#11 FACE OIL
Applying oil on your skin sounds irrational, but in fact this is a wise move. Following moisturizers, it forms the second barrier without clogging your pores. Even acne-prone skin can love face oils.
What it does?
Regulates facial oil secretion, hydrates and locks in moisture.
Skin Type
ALL
Morning / Night
(After moisturizers.)
Skip this step in the 10 Step Korean Skincare Routine if
You have a comparably good moisturizer
Recommended Face Oil
MOISTURE
#12 SUN PROTECTION
However indoor your daily activities are, you should not omit the need for sunscreen, the very important step in the 10 Step Korean Skincare Routine,for you cannot hide from all sunlight the whole day. Even if you can, how about the blue light from your beloved smartphones, and computers? Both the sunlight and blue light contribute to the aging of your face skin without letting you figure out. You can prevent this by not being lazy to apply sunscreen.
What it does?
Shields you from the damaging UVA, UVB and blue light.
Skin Type
ALL
Morning / Night
Skip this step if
You wish to tan your skin or you are not afraid of aging