Perfect skin. We all want it, the dream of it, wish upon a star for it — but is your routine all geared up for a flawless complexion or are you a wash and go kinda gal? Whatever the cleansing case may be, we highly suggest integrating some Korean skincare rituals into your routine.

Our “Korean Glass Skin Routine Kit” is more than a routine—it's a lifestyle that has become a global phenomenon, grounded in Korea's cultural obsession with healthy skin and backed by decades of scientific advancement. It's not about having more products than you can count, but rather about having the right products that do the right things and using them in the right order.

Here, we’ve revamped the traditional Korean skincare routine with ten of our best natural skin care products from Banila Co, CosRx, Acwell, Innisfree, Nature Republic, Laneige, Secret Key and Somebymi.

You (and your skin) will thank us for introducing you to the ever-popular beauty method! Also, your skin will look and feel healthy and you won’t need to hide anything under that high coverage foundation.

Go ahead, give it a try!

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Clean It Zero Korea's number 1 make-up cleanser is in sherbet form that quickly transforms into silky oil upon touching the skin.

Low pH Good Morning Gel a super gentle cleanser formulated to remove makeup and other oil-based residues with skin-happy pH of 5 that doesn’t strip your skin of its natural oils and contains purifying botanical ingredients and mild acids to gently cleanse your skin to its most supple and clear texture.

Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel gently removes old dead skin cell, sebum, and impurities that will give a refreshing effect. It contains collagen, hyaluronic acid, and donkey oil which are very effective to hydrate the skin and keep it moisturized.

Liquorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner is a gentle cleansing toner, that has a pH of ~5.5, which helps to balance skin's natural pH and keep it healthy.

Starting Treatment Essence is the first step in skin care that moisturizes, brightens and firms the skin for a healthier-looking complexion after washing is the essence-boosting.

Green Tea Seed Serum is an antioxidant-rich serum contains a reviving and hydrating mix of organic green tea water, panthenol, a batain and green complex that helps restore skin clarity and suppleness.

Real Nature Mask Sheet a deeply hydrating facial sheet mask that formulated with green tea extract to provide deep hydration to the skin.

Water Bank Gel Cream is a rich moisture-boosting cream that contains mineral water to deliver intense and durable hydration for skin regeneration. Its lightweight, silky texture makes it the perfect choice for warm climates and oily skin.

Hydro Max Cream deep revolution in moisturizing cream that is made with 71% mineral-rich pure deep seawater from Ulleungdo to regulate skin’s pH levels, soothe atopic skin and treat blemishes.

UV Shield Daily Mild Suncream SPF 50+PA+++ is a water-proof sunscreen, entrusted to stay strong against water, snow, rain or heat - without compromising UV protective strength.

FEATURES

Clean It Zero is a cleanser that melts off stubborn makeup seamlessly without stripping your skin of its natural oils, as well as naturally exfoliate with papaya extract and not only brighten with vitamin C-rich acerola extract but also keeps the skin hydrated after cleansing without a tight feeling.

Low pH Good Morning Gel that penetrates deep into the skin for comprehensive cleansing; BHA content gently removes dead skin cells and improve skin texture; tea tree oil helps diminish blemishes for a clearer complexion; delivers softer, smoother, fairer skin.

Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel exfoliates the skin, thus it removes dead skin cells from the surface of the skin. It improves skin elasticity leaving it soft and hydrated.

Licorice pH Balancing Toner contains natural ingredients that seep into the skin to add an extra dose of luminosity; helps calm and reduce pigmentation, acne scars, and dark spots; as well as hydrates your skin with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-bacterial effect.

Starting Treatment Essence has a multifunctional effect: it moisturizes and soothes, nourishes and improves skin elasticity, strengthens and brightens, protecting it from the negative environmental effects and prevents premature aging.

Green Tea Seed Serum contains a variety of ingredients that nourishes, hydrates, and helps balance out the water to oil level of the skin. It is also formulated with Dual Moisture-Rising Technology to protect the skin by creating a strong moisture barrier.

Real Nature Mask Sheet contains three layers of cellulose that provide essence deep into skin; increases skin absorption potential; hydrates with nutrients and moisturize with natural ingredient.

Water Bank Gel Cream protects and soothes your skin from environmental damage, and offers deep hydration. Absorbed fast without greasiness; lowered skin temperature by 3 degrees; and increases moisture instantly by 153%.

Hydro Max Cream that contains 7 combination types of Hyaluronic Acid that brightens and improves skin elasticity; recovers skin tiredness from dust and make-up; makes skin hydrated and glowing after a long day.

UV Shield Daily Mild Suncream SPF 50+PA+++ a 3-in-one multi-functional sun cream that protects your skin from harmful UV rays acts as a makeup base and provides skincare benefits (whitening and anti-wrinkle).

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HOW TO USE

[Directions]

Here’s a breakdown of each step, how it works and the products involved.

Step 1: For Oil Based Cleanser - BANILA CO™ Clean It Zero

Scoop a generous amount and massage onto your face and neck using gentle strokes with your fingertips.
Let it dissolves into smooth oil and wait for the makeup melt away.
Rinse off with water or wipe off with a washcloth

Cleanse the skin of oil-based impurities and makeup

TIPS

You may use a bi-phase eye makeup remover to clean extremely resistant formulas like the EB Eyeliner so you don’t give yourself wrinkles from trying to rub the makeup off.

Step 2: Water Based Cleanser - COSRX™ Low pH Good Morning Gel

Gently massage the Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser all over the damp skin and remove the irritants that built up overnight without any fuss!
Rinse off with warm water.

Removes skin impurities and restores optimal pH balance

TIPS

Use as the first step of routine in the morning and second at night (after oil-based cleanser).
Store in cool and dry places, away from direct sunlight.

Step 3: Exfoliator - SECRET KEY™ Lemon Sparkling Peeling Gel

After a facial wash, dry your skin with a towel.
Dispense an ample amount of the peeling gel and gently massage it all over the face until residues form.
Keep doing it for 5 minutes then rinse off with lukewarm water.
Use 1-2x a week

Removes the thick dead skin cells for smooth, supple and dewy skin

TIPS

Massage gently all over the face except eye and mouth area.

Step 4: Toner - ACWELL™ Licorice pH Balancing Toner

As a makeup remover: Face makeup: Wet cotton with toner, and gently wipe out from the center of the face outwards. Point makeup: Wet cotton with toner, and place on lips and eye area for 10 seconds before wiping out gently.
As a toner: After cleansing face, pour an appropriate amount of toner onto a cotton pad. Gently wipe all over face and neck. Optional: Pat gently with clean hands to aid absorption.
As a facial mist: Pour toner into a spray bottle and spray onto the face to refresh skin throughout the day.

Cleanse, brighten, and effectively balance the skin tone

TIPS

You may layer your toner 2-3 times for an extra boost of hydration.

Step 5: Essence - SECRET KEY™ Starting Treatment Essence

After cleansing and toning, dispense an adequate amount onto cotton puff or clean hands and pat gently onto skin until completely absorbed.

Dual function Essence of Whitening & Wrinkle diminishing

TIPS

To be used in the first stage of skincare. However, you may use your toner first.
You can even use it on the eye area.
Recommended twice daily, morning and night.

Step 6: Serum - INNISFREE™ Green Tea Seed Serum

Apply an appropriate amount onto thoroughly cleansed face and neck then gently smooth for better absorption.

A moisturizing & nourishing serum

TIPS

Recommended as a quick moisture boost.
Use after cleansing and toning.

Step 7: Sheet Mask - NATURE REPUBLIC™ Real Nature Mask Sheet

After washing the face, apply toner to prepare the skin for the next step of skincare.
Open the pouch, pull out the mask, and place on the face.
Using the eye area to align correctly.
Remove after 10-20 minutes and gently pat for better absorption.

Leaves the skin soft, smooth, radiant & healthy looking

TIPS

With the handle attached to the top of the sheet, you can more easily apply and peel off the sheet.
Use mask after a shower while pores are open for better absorption.

Step 8: Eye Cream - LANEIGE™ Water Bank Gel Cream

Dispense a ginkgo seed-sized amount.
Apply equally on cheeks, forehead, and chin in dots, and spread well.

Immerse skin in long-lasting hydration

TIPS

Apply a moderate amount to face as the final skincare step.

Step 9: Moisturizer - SOMEBYMI™ Hydro Max Cream

Place an ample amount onto the face.
Gently spread all over the skin.
Gently tap the face to finish up.

Moisturizes skin with 7 Hyaluronic Acid molecules

TIPS

It is strongly recommended to use sunscreen while using these acids.
You can apply and use the products once or twice a day.

Step 10: Sunscreen (SPF) - SOMEBYMI UV Shield Daily Mild Suncream SPF 50+PA+++

Apply adequate amount at the last step of basic skin care or 30 minutes before going out on the sun.
Reapply every two hours for the perfect sun protection during the outdoor activity