Korean skincare is known to protect the skin barrier and shows results with moderate, regular care. These routines are good for Indian skin that needs to deal with pollution, dark spots, acne scars, and long days in the sun. So, indulge in Korean-inspired skincare, as its vegan, vitamin-rich, and barrier-first products fit well with Indian lifestyles.
These five Korean skincare trends are redefining how people care for their skin:
The skin usually feels dry and tight in the winter. The goal is not to scrub the skin too much; instead, it focuses on keeping and strengthening its natural barrier. Ceramide complex, vitamin C, and rice water are some of the things that help keep things in balance and calm down inflammation.
Ceramides work like a seal to keep moisture in. Rice water makes skin softer and brighter, and vitamin C helps skin tone even out. These ingredients are great for Indian skin, which can be sensitive in the winter. The skin looks and feels better all year long when the barrier is strong.
Glass skin is still in, but it’s no longer about using too many products. The goal now is skin that looks healthy and simple. Even when it’s hot or humid, lightweight vegan serums, gels, and moisturizers keep the skin hydrated without making it feel heavy.
Niacinamide smooths out rough spots and evens out skin tone, while hyaluronic acid keeps the skin hydrated and plump. This kind of glow looks good on Indian skin because it makes it look fresh, not oily. Most of the time, all you need is a face serum, a gel moisturizer, and a day cream with SPF 30.
People in Korea still wear face masks, but the recipes have gotten better. New routines include vegan jelly sheet masks, vitamin C face packs, and rice water-based treatments that show results in a short length of time.
A Vitamin C mask helps the face go back to normal after being dry. A mask with rice extract makes your skin look brighter and fresher after a long day. Face packs and jelly masks once or twice a week can help your skin stay hydrated and make other skin care products perform better. This simple habit has turned into a time to take care of both your skin and your mind.
Korean skin care still includes sunscreen as an important part. The newest invention is all about light, soft textures that work well for all skin types and may be used every day. Day creams with SPF 30, hybrid sunscreens, and vegan-friendly formulas protect against UVA and UVB radiation without leaving a white cast.
People who spend a lot of time outside like SPF sticks and mists since they are easy to use again. This behavior preserves skin in India throughout the winter, when sunlight still changes pigmentation and speeds up aging. Ceramide Complex, Aloe Vera, and Hyaluronic Acid are some things that help keep skin from being dry over the day.
Korean skincare is still all about keeping your skin hydrated. Rice Water, Ceramide Complex, and Vitamin C all make the skin look brighter, smoother, and firmer.
It is about adding layers of moisture. Start with a toner or essence that contains rice water or hyaluronic acid. After that, put on a serum or gel that has a lot of niacinamide or vitamin C in it. Use a cream or water-based moisturizer in the end. Ceramides or shea butter can assist if your skin is very dry. For oily skin, gel creams that do not feel heavy on the skin are best.
Use a face cleanser that does not peel your skin to wash it gently in the morning. To provide moisture, use a serum or essence that has rice water or vitamin C in it. Next, put on a gel-based moisturizer or day cream with SPF 30 to keep your skin soft. Put on sunscreen and then an SPF stick again during the day.
Wash your face twice at night to get rid of the pollution and sunscreen from the day. Use a gentle, moisturizing toner after that. Then, put on a serum with Vitamin C or Ceramide Complex that helps your skin heal while you sleep. Apply a night cream or sleeping mask on it to keep the moisture in till morning.
People adore Korean skincare because it is simple to follow. The modern Korean routine with vegan-friendly, Vitamin C, and Ceramide-based cosmetics is easy to incorporate into busy lives and changeable weather.
( : Mr. Pravin Bera, Co-Founder of Dr .Rashel)
