Korean beauty explained - why it's taken the world by storm

Korean beauty routine has like millions of searches on Google. And even the Korean skincare products have a separate section on Sephora under K-Beauty. Like seriously?! Now I’m more curious than ever! Even the celebs are counting on it! From Drew Barrymore to Emma Stone, they are obsessed with the face masks (which are an internet sensation right now!) Wanna know why? Let’s find out everything about Korean morning skincare routine.

Lee Sa-bi: The One Who Started It All

Korean women beauty is all natural and age-defying. But it was the Korean actress and model, Lee Sa-bi who brought the international spotlight on Korean face routine. From day and night skin care routine to top Korean skin care products, she has shared her best skin regimen in many interviews. So, all thanks to her for introducing us to the best skin care regimen.

What is Korean Skincare

Korean skincare routine is all about looking youthful, hydrated and ageless.

1. The skin of Korean women is so beautiful because they invest time in their daily beauty routine. They spend an hour or two every week on skin care.
2. They invest both time and money in the best skin care routine, which is to fight early aging. For them, skincare is about staying healthy inside and out.
3. The basic face care routine is the most important part, which includes the 10 steps: double cleansing – oil cleansers and foam cleansers, exfoliating, toning, essence, serums ampoules, face masks, eye cream, face cream and sunscreen. We’ll detail out each step below.
4. They believe that healthy skin care regimen doesn’t just include using products but also eating healthy, staying hydrated and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with proper sleep and mental wellness, all of which affect skin.

Also, they have a few beauty hacks that we would love to try!

1. Cleansing with rice water is common in Korea. It stimulates blood flow and one can have clearer skin.
2. Dipping your face in ice cold water for 15 seconds for 10 minutes by giving gaps as soon as you wake up helps to reduce puffiness. This is also a Japanese skincare routine. Also, it’s known as Jamsu, which almost translates to diving. In this method, you dip your face in ice cold water after applying foundation for 15 seconds. This helps the makeup to stay for a longer period without melting.
3. Barley tea is yet another famous drink in Korea that prevents wrinkles and keeps the skin healthy.

Do You Need a Skin Care Routine?

Yes, you certainly need a skin routine and here’s why-

1. Skincare is not a one-time or seasonal thing. It’s almost like brushing your teeth – an everyday habit, that becomes a part of our lifestyle and hygiene, right?! So make skincare a routine.
2. A skincare routine can delay aging. It’s never too early to start investing time in it. I would love to look like Lee Sa-bi when I turn 40!
3. It’s better to look beautiful naturally than painting with layers of makeup. No offense to makeup-lovers, I love doing my makeup but I would love to look as confident without makeup, too!