Korean Skincare Products
It is no secret that the Korean Skincare industry is just on another level when it comes to producing skincare formulas that deliver. They have managed to research and discover numerous amazing ingredients that make us all think “This is just what I needed! What took so long?”.
One problem that does happen when we are new to the Korean Skincare world is knowing what to get. There are so many choices and everything looks so good but which of them are going to bring you closer to your skincare goals? Here are some products that could be the perfect addition to your skincare routine based on skin types.
Oily Skin
ash Off Pack was designed to ensure that it does not dry out the skin while still keeping the sebum production under control.
The star of the show is the ingredient, Mugwort. Mugwort is a weed that has become very popular over the last few years for its phenomenal anti-inflammatory properties. It is amazing for soothing the skin and also reducing signs of ageing. The pack however does not stop there. When we use a pack, we want to make sure it cleans up our face well and that is where the Adzuki Bean granules come in. These bad boys really gently exfoliate the skin and make sure that the dirt and sebum are out of your pores.
Another really notable ingredient we love to see in a pack is Kaolin clay. Kaolin helps to control the oiliness of the skin and removes excess sebum. The ingredients in this pack all work great together to help reduce oiliness and irritation in the skin.
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Mugwort Pore Clarifying Wash Off Pack
Gently exfoliate the skin without causing any inflammation or damage to the skin. Remove dead skin cells to reveal radiant and healthy skin.
Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Water Essence
Oily skin is perhaps the most difficult skin type to deal with when it comes to moisturizing. Although some might consider it unnecessary thinking that moisturizing would only make the skin oilier, it is actually a really important step to include in your skincare routine.
One way for you to moisturize the skin is by using Hyaluronic Acid which in this case is a moisturizing essence that goes deep within the skin to hydrate the skin. This essence contains 8 different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid which helps it go layer by layer when it penetrates your skin. So it does not end up feeling heavy on the skin like most moisturizers may feel on oily skin types.
As a bonus, the brand, Isntree is also cruelty-free and vegan so not only are they super effective in their products but also very ethical. What is not to love?
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Hyaluronic Acid Water Essence
Probably the most effective HA that will leave your skin feeling supple and moisturized.
Dry Skin
There are many problems that come up when it comes to dry skin and while one issue is keeping it hydrated for longer, another issue that goes ignored is sometimes discolouration in the skin due to dry patches on the skin that leave some dark spots. Here are some products that could help with any issues you might be facing.
AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum
If your skin tends to be on the dryer side and you have some spots or uneven skin tone that you would like to spot-treat, this serum might just be the option for you. It can be confusing to figure out how to treat uneven skin tone when you have dry skin without risking any peeling or even more dryness in the skin. We are not trying to completely shed our face now, are we?
One ingredient that is especially tricky is niacinamide. Everybody wants to get their hands on niacinamide and assume it is a numbers game where the highest percentage of it wins. But truth be told, there is actually a sweet spot that works the best for really helping even skin tone. That percentage is around 5% which is how much this AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum contains. So it does an excellent job at brightening the dark spots on the face.
It also contains papaya fruit extract which is helpful for brightening the skin as papaya actually has natural bleaching properties and can protect your skin from sun damage as well. The extract also helps gently exfoliate the skin to remove dead skin cells. There is also sea buckthorn to really help reduce any inflammation in the skin. The serum itself is quite moisturizing and has a very nice texture to it.
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Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum
Reduce skin pigmentation and brighten to even out skin tone and make your face glow.
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream
This moisturizer has been graced with wisdom from the Joseon Dynasty and is absolutely phenomenal. It was recently reformulated which is wonderful because it really shows how much Beauty of Joseon cares about their customers and their products. The moisturizer has a great texture that really applies lightly to the skin and does not feel like you are slugging.
The moisturizer is also able to strengthen the skin barrier and really retain that moisture so your skin feels super hydrated. The sodium hyaluronate and hyaluronic acid are able to help with that by penetrating the skin and attracting moisture to the skin. This will make your skin look plump and radiant. The two ingredients work well alongside the squalane which takes all that hydration and makes sure it stays put. So you can say hello to really long-lasting hydration without the annoying feeling of thick layers of moisturizer on the face
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Dynasty Cream
Moisturize and strengthen the skin barrier to make your skin super moisturized.
Sensitive Skin
If your skin gets irritated easily and is sensitive to ingredients, it can be hard to find non-irritating ingredients to put on your face. We have come up with a list that is not just delicate on the skin but also really good at doing the job they are supposed to do.
Isntree Green Tea Fresh Toner
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This toner is absolutely amazing for anyone who has to deal with sensitive skin and just wants something that soothes the skin well. While some products boast about containing green tea extract, most times it is not really of a high enough percentage to give you all the benefits of the ingredient.
The Isntree Green Tea Fresh Toner, however, has 80% green tea extract which is at a high enough percentage to really make you see the difference on your skin. Green tea is a wonderful ingredient for sensitive skin products because it is a natural extract and helps to reduce sensitivity and redness on the skin while nourishing the skin. It also helps to regulate and control sebum production so if your skin tends to either get too oily or dry, this will help control it.
Another ingredient that makes this toner the bomb is centella asiatica extract which goes way back in terms of being used as a skincare ingredient. It is a natural extract that soothes while helping to reinforce and heal the skin’s barrier. This works well alongside the willow bark extract which is a natural form of salicylic acid and is so gentle on the skin that it is perfect for sensitive skin. Studies have shown that willow bark displays anti-inflammatory properties and could help with skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and rosacea. All in all, this toner is just an absolute win for anyone with sensitive skin.
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Green Tea Fresh Toner
An all-natural toner that is perfect for a calming skincare routine after a long day of work.
Beauty of Joseon Calming Serum
Like the previous product, this serum contains a high concentration of green tea at 76.4% and centella asiatica extract as well. The serum also contains 2% panthenol which is great at making sure your skin retains all that moisture. Panthenol produces more vitamin B5 so it heals the skin barrier and promotes the natural generation of lipids that will really help your skin stay hydrated while reducing inflammation.
The Calming Serum also contains mugwort which is anti-inflammatory and is able to help with reducing signs of ageing as it also has a lot of antioxidants. Now if you have issues with redness on the skin whether it is due to how sensitive your skin is or other reasons such as acne, this serum is likely to help keep all of that under control and help your skin feel calm.
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Calming Serum
Contains 76.49% Green Tea Leaf Water and 2% Panthenol. Calm your skin with this relaxing serum. Perfect for winding down after a long day.
Combination Skin
Well, you got the best of both worlds. Dry and oily skin. This can be a little complicated but with the right products, it can be a breeze to deal with. We have found some products that work for both dry and oily skin that might make your skincare routine easier for you.
Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum
If you have combination skin, you may have had the conundrum of trying to figure out what to do with the fact that some of your face is dry while some is oily. Is it possible to find just one product that works for both skin types instead of being too oily or too drying? Well, we have some great news. There is one!
The Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum is not only very hydrating but it also reduces acne. The serum contains 60% propolis extract which has antifungal and antibacterial properties so when it comes to acne caused by oily skin, this really comes in handy. It also controls sebum production to make sure that the skin is not too oily or dry.
This works well with the 2% niacinamide which helps to repair the skin barrier so your skin retains moisture better and stays moisturized for longer. With these two working together, your skin will be so grateful regardless of which part is oily and which is dry. And at the end of the day, you can rock that glowing skin too!
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Glow Serum
Contains 60% Propolis Extract and 2% Niacinamide. Your skin will glow brighter than ever before.
AXIS-Y Cera-Heart My Type Duo Cream
Like the previous product, this serum contains a high concentration of green tea at 76.4% and centella asiatica extract as well. The serum also contains 2% panthenol which is great at making sure your skin retains all that moisture. Panthenol produces more vitamin B5 so it heals the skin barrier and promotes the natural generation of lipids that will really help your skin stay hydrated while reducing inflammation.
The Calming Serum also contains mugwort which is anti-inflammatory and is able to help with reducing signs of ageing as it also has a lot of antioxidants. Now if you have issues with redness on the skin whether it is due to how sensitive your skin is or other reasons such as acne, this serum is likely to help keep all of that under control and help your skin feel calm.
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Cera-Heart My Type Duo Cream
The most versatile moisturizer that will work for you no matter what skin type you have.
