How to Build Your First Korean Skincare Routine
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Starting a Korean skincare routine can feel overwhelming—essences, ampoules, 10 steps?! Don’t worry. The truth is, a great K‑Beauty routine is about customisation, hydration, and layering intentionally.
Whether you’re brand-new or looking to simplify, LuminouSeoul has you covered. Here’s how to build a beginner-friendly routine that actually works.
Step 1: Cleanser
Start and end your day by cleansing. You can use a single gentle cleanser or begin double cleansing at night.
🧼 Try: Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil – 200ml
A calming, purifying cleanser that removes sunscreen and impurities without disrupting your barrier.
Step 2: Toner
Korean toners are not astringents—they hydrate, soothe, and prep the skin for absorption.
🧼 Try: SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner
💧 Pro Tip: Pat it in using your hands instead of cotton pads to reduce waste and increase absorption.
Step 3: Serum
Focus on one concern at a time: hydration, brightening, or barrier repair.
💡 Try: Anua Rice Ceramide 7 Hydrating Barrier Serum – 50ml
Made with rice extract and 7 types of ceramides to nourish, soften, and rebuild sensitive skin. Ideal for first-timers.
Step 4: Moisturiser
Lock in hydration with a lightweight but nourishing cream.
🧴 Try: Torriden Dive-In Hyaluronic Acid Soothing Cream
A plumping, firming gel-cream that leaves skin bouncy, not greasy. Great for day and night use.
Step 5: SPF (Morning Only)
Never skip sunscreen. It’s the final step that protects your skin (and your progress).
☀️ Try: Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+
Lightweight, nourishing, and non-white-cast—everything a good SPF should be.
Bonus Tip: Go Slow
Introduce new products one at a time, and don’t overload your skin with too many actives early on.
Your First Routine = Your First Ritual
Building a K‑Beauty routine is an act of care and presence. With the right products—like Anua’s Ceramide Serum and Torriden Dive-In Hyaluronic Acid Soothing Cream —your routine becomes a ritual.
🛍️ Shop our beginner-friendly skincare essentials here.