Step 4: Cream – The Most Essential Part of K-Beauty Routine

Out of the classic K-Beauty 4-step routine—toner, emulsion, essence, cream—I honestly think cream is the most important.As someone with dehydrated oily skin, I literally can’t live without it.If I could only use one product out of the four? I’d pick cream, no question. Creams can generally be split into two categories:Hydrating creams and rich (nutrient) … Read more

Step 3: Essence – Your Skin’s Personalized Prescription. K-beauty’s queen.

If toner and lotion are your basic steps, then essence is where things get personal. Think of it like skincare medicine—targeted treatments designed to give your skin exactly what it needs. That’s how Korean women use essences: switching them up based on their current skin concerns. Essence, serum, ampoule… the names vary, and even after … Read more