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Back to school is an opportunity to set up new routines. To take care of your skin, you want to start a Korean skincare routine. Here’s what you need to know before starting this skincare ritual.
Praised by many influencers, Korean skincare is one of the beauty care trends of the moment. Some people swear by these products made in South Korea, because of their effectiveness but also the glow they leave on the skin. Want to get started? Here’s what you need to know.
Korean products don’t always have the same ingredients as ours.
Korean skincare includes products made in the country, which use different raw materials than those we are used to. It is therefore not impossible to have some skin reactions to use. Redness, dryness, small pimples… If you notice this type of reaction, it is better to stop using the product (or products).
And generally speaking, before starting to use a new treatment, it is recommended to test it on your skin and observe the reaction. If nothing happens after 24 or 48 hours, you can use it without fear.
A precaution that is all the more important when starting a Korean skincare routine, because the principle is based on the application of a succession of products, step by step.
These products may contain questionable ingredients
If you are used to checking the composition of your products, those used in skincare routine by Koreans are not always very respectful of health or the environment. It is not uncommon to find endocrine disruptors or ingredients not authorized in the European Union due to differences in regulations in the field of cosmetology. This is not the case for all products, so check them carefully.
These products are not miracle products and are not suitable for everyone.
Finally, while it works well for some people, be aware that Korean skincare is not suitable for all skin types. Some skin types may not tolerate these products and may cause you certain skin problems, such as acne or redness, that you did not have until now.
If this happens to you, stop using the products and return to your old routine, or seek advice from a dermatologist to understand your skin’s specific needs and the products that will meet them.
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