Skincare routines

Step by Step

Korean Skincare Routines

Master the art of layering with our complete AM and PM routine guides, tailored for every skin type.

☀️ Morning (AM) Routine

Protect, hydrate, and prepare your skin for the day ahead.

1

Oil Cleanser

Remove overnight sebum and residue

💡 Tip: Massage gently in circular motions on dry skin before adding water.

Banila Co Clean It ZeroDHC Deep Cleansing Oil
2

Water-Based Cleanser

Remove remaining impurities

💡 Tip: Use lukewarm water — never hot — to protect your skin barrier.

COSRX Low pH Good Morning CleanserKlairs Rich Moist Foaming Cleanser
3

Toner

Rebalance pH and prep skin for absorption

💡 Tip: Pat gently with hands rather than wiping with cotton for less irritation.

Klairs Supple Preparation TonerSome By Mi AHA BHA PHA Toner
4

Essence

Boost hydration and skin renewal

💡 Tip: The heart of Korean skincare — don't skip this step!

COSRX Snail Mucin 96% EssenceSK-II Facial Treatment Essence
5

Serum / Ampoule

Target specific skin concerns

💡 Tip: Choose based on your concern: Vitamin C for brightening, niacinamide for pores.

COSRX Niacinamide 15% SerumGoodal Green Tangerine Vitamin C Serum
6

Eye Cream

Hydrate and protect delicate eye area

💡 Tip: Use your ring finger — it applies the least pressure.

Mizon Snail Repair Eye CreamInnisfree Orchid Eye Cream
7

Moisturizer

Lock in all previous layers

💡 Tip: Apply while skin is still slightly damp to seal in moisture.

Laneige Water Bank Moisture CreamBelif True Cream Aqua Bomb
8

SPF (AM Only)

Protect from UV damage — the #1 anti-aging step

💡 Tip: Apply generously — most people use too little. Reapply every 2 hours outdoors.

Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun SPF50+Missha All Around Safe Block SPF50+

Personalized

Routines by Skin Type

Every skin is different. Here's how to adapt the Korean routine to your unique needs.

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Dry Skin

Hydration & barrier repair

Rich cleansers, hydrating toners, ceramide serums, occlusive moisturizers

Tailored product picks coming soon

Oily Skin

Oil control & pore minimizing

Gel cleansers, BHA exfoliants, niacinamide serums, lightweight gel moisturizers

Tailored product picks coming soon
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Combination

Balance & targeted treatment

Gentle cleansers, balanced toners, multi-masking, zone-specific moisturizers

Tailored product picks coming soon
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Sensitive

Calming & barrier strengthening

Fragrance-free everything, centella asiatica, minimal actives, ceramide-rich moisturizers

Tailored product picks coming soon
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Acne-Prone

Blemish control & healing

Salicylic acid cleansers, BHA toners, tea tree serums, non-comedogenic moisturizers

Tailored product picks coming soon
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Aging / Mature

Firming & brightening

Gentle retinol, vitamin C serums, peptide essences, rich barrier creams

Tailored product picks coming soon

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