When it comes to skincare products, trust the Koreans to have some of the best. Have you seen their porcelain skin? South Korea knows a thing or two about beauty, which is why they are considered the beauty capital of the world.
But you don’t have to spend an entire month’s allowance to achieve that K-pop idol glow. There are tons of affordable Korean products that you can incorporate in your skincare regimen. If you’re budget-conscious but want to see results, we recommend these products under P1,000!
Banila Co. Clean It Zero
P945, BeautyMNL
An important step in any Korean skincare routine is double cleansing. This means cleansing first with an oil-based cleanser before washing your face with a foam-based one. This product is a balm with a sorbet-like consistency that melts your makeup away without clogging your pores. It’s gentle, soothing, and most of all, effective.
Benton Honest Cleansing Foam
P400, The Skincare Curator
After cleansing with oil, you’ll need a water-based or foam-based cleanser to thoroughly wash away leftover dirt and makeup. This product rids your face of grime and pollution and conditions your skin with botanical extracts, leaving it moisturized and hydrated.
Neogen Real Cica Pad
P950, The Skincare Curator
Texture? What’s that? In order to achieve smooth skin, you have to exfoliate at least twice a week. This should be common knowledge. These pads are soaked in Centella Asiatica extract which helps with redness and inflammation while promoting collagen production. Unlike other exfoliants, you can use this daily.
Dear Klairs Preparation Toner
P880, Althea
The key to keeping your skin’s moisture is maintaining its pH levels. A higher pH level is not good because it breeds bad bacteria on your face. This toner maintains your skin’s pH levels (it has the perfect pH level of 5!) and also gets rid of excess dirt and sebum. It’s for normal, dry, and sensitive skin types as well so consider this a holy grail Korean product.
Etude House Moistfull Collagen Cream
P760, Althea
This is a cult fave among Korean skincare enthusiasts. This moisturizer is formulated with Baobab Leaf and hydrolyzed marine collagen which penetrates your skin deeply to give it a youthful, bouncy texture.
Innisfree Jeju Volcanic Clay Pore Mask
P550, Althea
Straight from volcanic clusters on the island of Jeju, this clay mask will suck out stubborn sebum that’s clogging up your pores. Say goodbye to pores and say hello to clearer, brighter skin. After using it, feel and touch your face – you’ll feel the stark difference.
The Face Shop Eco Clear Sunscreen Stick
P795, BeautyMNL
No skincare routine is complete without sun protection. Koreans love their sunscreens. It’s what keeps them from rapidly aging. Notice how even their middle-aged actresses still look like they’re in their 20s? SPF is the key. This product is easy to use. You just simply roll the stick all over your face so you don’t need to rub or need a mirror when you reapply sunscreen wherever you are.
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