lifestyle
• Dr.G - Green Mild Up Sun SPF50+
PA++++ 50ml $151 YESSTYLE
• HERA Sun Mate/Daily/Leisure
Sports/Protector
Moisturiser
Moisturisers are not exclusive to the
Korean 10 step routine. They come in a
variety of textures and thicknesses and
you need to find the right one for your
skin type. A thin layer is all you need
to lock in the previous steps and all
that moisture you have already helped
to create, and as we’ve learnt through
this process, skin hydration is very
important!
• TonyMoly The Chok Chok Green Tea
Watery Cream 60ml $95 YESSTYLE
• Laneige Water Bank Moisture
Cream EX 50ml $203 YESSTYLE
Top 10 Korean skincare brands to
keep an eye out for:
• Missha
• Dr. Jart+
• COSRX
• Dear, Klairs
• Skinfood
• Banila Co
• IOPE
• Goodal
• Sulwhasoo
• Blossom Jeju
Helpful tips
SPF
Unfortunately none of us were taught
from a young age to use sunscreen
every day. Most of us typically only
apply when we are in the sun and at the
beach; however, it is really important to
use a good SPF every single day. There
are two types of sunscreens: physical
and chemical. Physical sunscreens are
mineral-based and tend to leave a white
cast behind. Chemical sunscreens
are absorbed into the skin and work
to suck up UV radiation so it doesn’t
damage your skin and protect from UVA
rays. One isn’t better than the other, it
just depends which you prefer.
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• Take a few minutes to massage
your face which will help to
stimulate the surface of the skin,
preparing it for the products you’re
about to apply. It also drains
lymphatic glands in your face and
neck that can cause puffiness.
• Use lukewarm water
• Use a muslin cloth to wipe the face
as it can be softer on the skin
• Koreans believe that layering
products allow the skin to breathe
and avoids clogging the pores
• Apply essence with your hands,
and tap into your face. The heat
of your hands and gentle facial
pressure can help the product
to penetrate the skin, whilst
boosting circulation.
• Sheet masks are great for using
when travelling on planes, after
a day in the sun or before a
special event.
• Reapply sunscreen every two to
three hours.