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The 10-Step Korean Skincare Ritual: Your Secret to Glowing Skin!

Have you ever wondered how Korean women achieve such radiant, flawless skin? Their secret lies in a 10-step skincare routine—a true art that preserves skin's youthfulness while revealing its natural glow.

Granted, such a comprehensive routine can seem daunting at first. But trust me, every step has its role to play, and the results are worth it. Ready to dive into the world of Korean skincare? Let's discover these essential steps together!

The 10 steps of your Korean routine:

Before you begin, always test a new product on a small area of ​​your skin (like the back of your hand). This will help ensure it's a good fit for your skin.

1. Makeup remover

Start by removing all the impurities accumulated during the day: makeup, pollution, dust or excess sebum.
Makeup remover oils are ideal for dissolving even waterproof makeup. But even if you don't wear makeup, this step is essential to let your skin breathe.

2. Cleanser (morning and evening)

After removing makeup, use a gentle cleanser to deeply purify your skin and remove any remaining residue.
Choose a cleanser with a low pH to respect your skin's natural balance. This will help preserve your skin barrier and prevent tightness.

3. Exfoliating (once a week)

Once a week, give your skin a deeper cleansing with a gentle exfoliant.
This helps remove dead skin cells, smooth your skin, and even out your complexion. Be careful, exfoliating too frequently can weaken your skin, so once a week is enough!

4. Tonic (morning and evening)

After cleansing, apply a toner to rebalance your skin's pH and give it a first dose of hydration.
Choose an alcohol-free toner to avoid drying out your skin. This step also prepares your skin for the following treatments.

5. Essence, serum or ampoule (morning and evening)

Here's the heart of the Korean routine. Choose according to your needs:

• An essence to hydrate and boost cell renewal.
• A serum to target a specific problem such as spots or wrinkles.
• An even more concentrated ampoule for intensive care.

These products are here to deeply nourish your skin and prepare it to shine!

6. Emulsion or lotion (morning and evening)

This step helps seal in moisture while providing a touch of comfort to your skin.

• If your skin is oily, opt for a light emulsion.
• If it's dry, choose a richer lotion for maximum softness.

7. Fabric mask (1 to 2 times a week)

It's time to treat yourself and pamper yourself! Sheet masks are soaked in concentrated serums that plump and deeply hydrate your skin.
Take 15 to 20 minutes to relax while your skin enjoys all their benefits.

8. Eye cream (morning and evening)

The skin around your eyes is thin and fragile. An eye cream helps moisturize this delicate area and prevent the appearance of dark circles, puffiness, and early wrinkles. Apply it by gently patting with your ring finger to avoid irritating the skin.

9. Moisturizer (morning and evening)

Moisturizing is essential to seal in all the previously applied skincare. Choose a cream that's right for your skin type:

• A light texture for oily skin.
• A rich texture for dry skin.

Your skin will be soft, protected and ready to face the day (or night)!

10. Sun protection (morning only)

Never neglect sunscreen. It protects your skin from UV rays, which are responsible for premature aging and pigment spots.
Use a sunscreen suited to your skin type for optimal protection.

And your lips?

Don't forget to moisturize them too!

• In the morning, opt for a balm with SPF to protect them from the sun.
• In the evening, apply a nourishing balm to keep them soft and smooth.

By following this routine, you'll give your skin everything it needs to be radiant, healthy, and luminous. Korean beauty will no longer hold any secrets for you!