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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ava Welsing-Kitcher

Best Korean skincare products for glass skin, according to a beauty editor

I tested these K-beauty products for their formula, consistency and ingredients - (Ava Welsing-Kitcher/The Independent)

Korean skincare has become a global phenomenon since its rise in popularity in 2015, and for good reason. Known for its innovation in ingredients and technology, viral trending releases, and glass skin philosophy, K-beauty consistently leads the way every year. From lightweight essences to bumper packs of sheet masks, plus an arsenal of cult-favourite sunscreens, Korean skin products are designed to prioritise hydration, barrier support, and preventing signs of aging and environmental damage — all while making routines feel like rituals.

Aside from the 10-step K-beauty routines, Korean brands excel at creating products that gradually (or instantly) make you re-evaluate your current routine, even if you’re a minimalist who sticks to cleanser and SPF or someone with a growing shelf of serums and masks.

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