5 K-Beauty Secrets You Need To Know

Yep. The trend is still going strong. Who wouldn’t want clear, radiant skin IRL?

So how do you get it? Hydration, hydration, HYDRATION! And in K-beauty that’s comes via light layers of moisture not by using heavy oils and balms.

You’ll Love our Hydration Bundle. It includes the cult classic I’m From Rice Toner which, when pressed into skin after cleansing, balances and adds a base layer of skin-brightening moisture. Next, Klairs Fundamental Water Gel Cream is full of weightless hydrating skincare MVPs and effortlessly sinks into skin so you can layer it on as freely as you need to.

This is such a key element in Korean skincare routines. Using a patting technique, especially when applying watery toners and essences, helps your products to absorb faster and better. The result? You’ll find your products are more effective. Plus, you’ll get even more skin glow since patting stimulates blood flow too.

Try pressing By Wishtrend Propolis Energy Boosting Essence into skin with your fingertips for better absorption. It’s especially great for oily, acne-prone and dehydrated skin types.

If, like us, your skin is freaking out from the current undecided state of the weather, it’s time you made space in your skincare routine for Mugwort. In Korea, Mugwort is used like tea tree oil to detoxify, clear and soothe problematic, unhappy skin.

Our top mugwort must-have: I’m From Mugwort Mask. This wash-off mask pairs mugwort extract with a whole bevy of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. You’ll see instant calming and healing results as well as clearer, brighter skin thanks to Mugwort’s unique detoxifying properties.

New to Korean skincare? Were you’re told it takes a 10-step skincare routine to reap the rewards of investing in K-beauty? Instead, pick and choose the products and steps that work for your skin and your lifestyle. You can still rock glass skin in just three steps if you’re using the right products for your skin type.

Here’s our favourite glass skin routine for a dull, congested complexion:

#Step1 : By Wishtrend Green Tea & Enzyme Powder Wash

#Step2 : Klairs Supple Preparation Toner

#Step3 : TOCOBO Multi-Ceramide Cream

Meet ISOI’s Cicago Cica Speedy Calming Pads. They’re packed with two of the most soothing and hydrating ingredients – Centella Asiatica and Panthenol – so irritation, redness, dryness and inflammation are banished.

How they work: Simply put the pad onto the sensitive, dry or red area for 3-5 minutes and gently wipe. It will instantly soothe skin while gently exfoliating too so it’s great to use before putting make up on  for a soft, glowing canvas. It’s also perfect as the first post-cleansing step in your night time skincare routine.

Jin’s tip: “I use 3 pads: 2 on my cheeks, and 1 on my forehead to cool and calm skin when it feels especially irritated.”