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The K-Beauty porcelain skin look is stunningly beautiful and popular. There are a lot more steps involved, but the results are stunning and well worth the time and effort. So, how do you get to look like an angelic K-Pop Star? Fortunately, you don’t have to spend tons of money or long hours. But there is some commitment required. From exfoliating correctly to using sheet masks and even some secret methods thrown in, here are some handy tips for getting the look!
It all begins with a thorough cleansing of your skin. Gentle and double cleansing are required to remove impurities in the skin. Mild cleansers are recommended as you don’t want to damage the moisture barrier. For stunning results with minimal effort, treatments such as HydraFacial offer three-in-one cleansing that lasts for weeks. After treatments include using special creams such as hyaluronic acid, and glycerin products for hydration and chamomile for soothing.
Exfoliating is one of the most critical and potent steps in any skincare routine. It helps unclog pores and removes toxicity in skin that builds from environmental aggressors. Gentle exfoliation works best as the key to great looking skin is causing as little damage as possible. Like Koreans, it is recommended that you exfoliate two to three times per week. Of course, you can exfoliate more, but you run the risk of causing extra damage to your skin’s hydration barrier.
The final step in preparing your skin is toning. Toning is an essential part of your routine and needs to be done. It helps maintain your skin’s moisture levels and keeps the pH level neutral. This results in hydrated and rejuvenated skin and helps it absorb further skincare products more effectively. Common ingredients include green tea and rose water applied gently with your fingers and not rubbing pads. You can also apply hyaluronic acid as part of your toning step.
You may or may not have heard of essences. But essences are the secret ingredient of the K-Beauty skincare routine. Essences include niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and snail mucin:
Essences work well because they are special concentrated formulations that actively work on your skin. Gently apply essences with a tap instead of a rub to help them absorb effectively.
Serums are rich creams that help you achieve the glow and finish that the K-Beauty style is known for. Quality serums that you should look for include ingredients such as vitamin C, antioxidants, and other hydrating additives. Serums can be person-specific, so it’s worth playing around with them to determine what you need. Serums work well for various skin issues. These include hiding dark spots, wrinkles, and uneven skin tones. Apply them to your problem areas.
One of the more relaxing ways to soothe your skin with minimal effort is with sheet masks. When you have some spare time, apply a sheet mask for between 10 and 30 minutes. Always read the instructions for exact times. Sheet masks are a fun activity to do with others on a pampering day or alone as part of a routine. You can use all-in-one sheet masks or sheet masks designed for a specific purpose. These include more hydration, soothing and skin brightening.
Hydration and moisture are vital for great-looking skin. Eye cream and good quality moisturizer are effective at helping you achieve the K-Beauty look as a final step. But there is a secret trick that people in Korea use! So what is it? You guessed it; sunscreen! Sunscreen at SPF30 minimal is recommended. Whenever you are going outside, apply sunscreen to keep your skin moisturized against the sun’s UV rays. And yes, you must also do this when it’s cloudy!
Cleansing the skin is the first step to achieving the K-Beauty porcelain skin look. Gentle cleanse and exfoliate the skin. You must also apply some secret creams such as essences and sunscreen. The trick is to keep your skin detoxed, hydrated, and protected at all times. This helps maintain the healthy glow, shine, and elasticity that the beauty regime is known for.
