✨ Wake up with soft, glowing skin every morning! Your night routine is just as important as your morning routine. Here’s the ultimate Korean night skincare routine, complete with product recommendations to hydrate, repair, and boost your glow while you sleep. ✨
1. Double Cleanse (Oil + Water Cleanser)
Why: Removes makeup, sunscreen, and impurities.
Products for each skin type:
For Dry / Combo Skin:
Oil Cleanser: HARUHARU wonder Black Rice Moisture Cleansing Oil – Melts away makeup and impurities while keeping skin hydrated and smooth.
Water Cleanser: HARUHARU wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel – gently cleanses and lightly exfoliates for soft, glowing skin.
For Sensitive Skin:
Oil Cleanser: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil – gently removes makeup and impurities while soothing and calming the skin.
Water Cleanser: Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule Foam – a gentle, soothing cleanser that refreshes skin while delivering calming centella extract
For Acne-Prone / Clog-Prone
Oil Cleanser: ANUA Heartleaf Pore Cleansing Oil MILD – gently melts makeup and impurities while soothing skin.
Water Cleanser: ANUA Hydrating Gentle Foaming Cleanser – A soft, hydrating foam that cleanses without stripping, leaving skin refreshed and smooth.
✅ Tip: Massage oil cleanser for 1–2 minutes before rinsing, then follow with water cleanser.
2. Exfoliation (2–3 Times a Week)
Why: Sloughs off dead skin cells for brighter, smoother skin.
Products:
SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner – gentle chemical exfoliant, removes dead skin without irritation.- Optional Physical:
Skinfood Black Sugar Mask Wash Off – only 1–2x a week.
⚠️ Don’t over-exfoliate; 2–3 times a week is plenty.
3. Toner
Why: Hydrates, balances pH, preps skin for better absorption.
Products:
Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Toner – deeply hydrating.
Klairs Supple Preparation Facial Toner – soothing, perfect for sensitive skin.
💡 Tip: Pat gently with hands for best absorption.
4. Essence
Why: Lightweight hydration and boosts skin repair.
Products:
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence – hydrates, repairs, and improves texture.
Missha Time Revolution First Treatment Essence – cult favorite for brightening and moisture.
💧 Tap gently with fingertips to absorb fully.
5. Serum / Ampoule
Why: Targeted treatment for skin concerns.
Products:
Brightening: Some by Mi Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Serum – Brightens dull skin, evens skin tone, and hydrates with galactomyces ferment and pure vitamin C
Hydration: COSRX Hydrium Triple Hyaluronic Moisture Ampoule – viscous serum designed to provide deep hydration for dry and dehydrated skin.
Anti-Aging: Mediheal Madecassoside Repair Serum – reduces fine lines and brightens.
💡 Tip: Layer lightly, start with thinnest texture.
6. Eye Cream
Why: Protects delicate under-eye area, prevents fine lines.
Products:
Benton Fermentation Eye Cream – lightweight and hydrating.
MIZON Collagen Power Firming Eye Cream – nourishes and smooths.
✅ Tap gently with ring finger to avoid tugging skin.
7. Moisturizer
Why: Locks in hydration and all previous products.
Products:
Etude House SoonJung 2x Barrier Cream – soothing, ideal for sensitive skin.
COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizing Cream – hydrates and repairs skin overnight.
✅ Don’t forget your neck!
💡 Extra Tips:
- Apply products from thinnest to thickest.
- Consistency is key; results take 2–4 weeks.
- Stay hydrated and get enough sleep – skin health starts from within.