Beauty Tutorial: Korean Skincare Routine Part 1

Salam and hello dearies!

Have you ever wonder how Korean celebrities (regardless male of female) have flawless skin? I've always envy at their flawless skin. Every time I watch Korean dramas, I look closely to their face and as I expected, there is no single pimple or flaw on their faces. How can even possible? Look at these Korean actresses below. I purposely took their photos with less make up to prove my point (not an editorial or photoshoot photo).

 Song Hye Kyo - she's known for her natural beauty.

 Park Shin Hye - she's been acting since young and her face doesn't change.

 Kim So Eun - flawless face!

Then I did my research. Hehehe... I found that Koreans really take a good care of their skin. They have about 10 STEPS to ensure their skin are fully moisturised and pampered. Huhuhu. They even do these steps TWICE a day! Gosh! I think it will take me a long time to get ready if I really follow the steps. But, for the sake of my face and the possibility to have a flawless skin, I'm willing to follow these steps twice a day, everyday (so I need to wake up early apparently). Huhuhu...

Step 1: Removing the Make Up

This is a the most important step of all because if you don't remove your make up properly, it can cause your pores to clog and produce pimples. It's not good, right? During this step, it is important for you to choose the right make up remover. The best make up remover is oil-based remover. The oil helps to melt the make up easily and at the same time moisturise your skin. Don't use cotton pads during this process. Just use your fingertips and massage your face gently in circular motion. My two favourite make up removers are Etude House Real Art Cleansing Oil and The Face Shop Rice Water Bright.

Please excuse the grammar. Hehehe...

Step 2: Cleansing

After you remove your make up, it's time to wash your face. For this process, you can use any type of cleanser that suits your skin type. Either a cream or gel type, both work well as long as you use it accordingly. Similarly to the first step, you need to massage your face in circular motion using your fingertips. This process is believed can help to improve your blood circulation and thus help to brighten your skin too! Hehehe... Oh, I've watched a video about cleanser before. In the video, the dermatologist mentions that you don't have to spend so much money on cleanser because it will not be absorbed into your skin. Just buy a normal one that suits your skin. 

Step 3: Exfoliate (1/2 per week)

Every day our skin renew the cells and the dead cells sometimes don't come off easily. That's why we need to exfoliate out skin at least once a week. By exfoliatting our face, we can remove the dead skins, dirts and clogs easily. However, the most important thing is to choose the right exfoliator. Don't choose the one with harsh chemicals that can make your skin thinner. Select the natural option one. My personal favourite exfoliator is from Tony Moly Floria Brightening Peeling Gel. This exfoliator is not only remove my dead skins but also helps to brighten my skin too. I really love it.

Step 4: Toner

The next step is toner. Before this, I wasn't really aware that toner is crucial in making my skin stays healthy and glowing. Yes I'm used to apply toner on my skin after cleansing because my mum asked me to. I think that's why my skin still look radiant until now. Hehehe... Okay, why is important to use toner? According to Today.com, toner helps to shrink pores, makes your skin pH balance, add a layer of protection from impurities and contaminations, moisturise your skin, helps to prevent ingrown hair and at the same time can refresh your skin too. But make sure to choose the right toner. My personal selection so far are The Face Shop Chia Seed Water 100 and Etude House Moistfull Collagen Facial Freshner. These toners help to lock the moisture perfectly well.

That's all for today. Insya Allah I will continue tomorrow. Hihihi


Till I write again!


Stay Fabulous



XoXo,
Hanis

Photos taken from Yahoo! Image