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10 Step Korean Skincare Routine

Home Insight 10-Step Korean Skincare Routine

10-Step Skincare

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.

Sun and Moon

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

CLEANSE

STEP 01
Water based cleanser
STEP 01
Makeup remover / Oil cleanser
STEP 02
Water based cleanser
STEP 03
Exfoliator

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
STEP 05
Masks / Patch
STEP 07
Masks / Patch
STEP 06
Eye cream
STEP 08
Eye cream

MOISTURE

STEP 07
Moisturizer
STEP 09
Moisturizer
STEP 08
Retinol
STEP 10
Retinol
STEP 09
Face oil
STEP 11
Face oil
STEP 10
Sun protection

Pin it. save it, memorize it, whatever. Just get it into ypur brain, and then read our breakdown and product recommendations, below.

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

Recommended Sun Protection Products


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