The full Korean 10 step skincare routine

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Oil cleansers should be used on a dry face, applied with dry hands. Use 1-2 pumps, warming it in your hands before applying. Using circular motions, apply to your face, focusing on areas with heavy make up or excessive sebum production. Continue for 30 seconds. Now, apply water to emulsify the oil, turning it to a milky consistency. Keep massaging for another 30 seconds. Rinse with clean water, and pat dry. 

Squeeze a small amount into your palm. For foam or gel cleansers, rub between your hands to create a rich lather before applying. For cream or milk cleaners, these may not produce a lather and can be applies directly to your face. Spread the cleanser over your face using your fingertips, moving from the centre of your face outwards. Using circular motions, continue for 30 seconds to 1 minute, focusing on the chin, forehead and nose. Rinse with clean water and pat dry. 

After cleansing, leave the face damp. Apple a pea sized amount of exfoliator to your fingertips. Apply gently, using circular motions, avoiding the delicate eye and lip areas. Ensure proper rising with clean water and pat skin dry. It is recommended to use exfoliator 1-2 times a week. 

If using your hands, pour a small amount of the toner into the palm of your hands. Apply to your face using your fingertips, focusing on areas needing extra hydration or soothing. Press your palms against your face to help the toner be fully absorbed. 

If using a cotton pad, pour the toner directly onto the pad until it is sufficiently wet. Apply by swiping the pad across your face, working from the centre outwards. For additional hydration, apply multiple times, pressing your palms against your face to aid absorption. 

Dispense a small amount of essence into the palm of your hand. Rub your hands together to warm the essence. Apply to your face using your fingertips and palms, lightly pressing your palms again your face to help it absorb. Apply any remaining essence to your neck using gentle upwards strokes. 

Dispense 2-3 drops of serum into the palm of your hands or directly on to your face. Pat the serum on your face using your fingertips, working from the centre of your face, outwards. Apply a little extra to areas with dark spots, or fine lines. Serum can be layered, ensure each layer is dry before applying. 

When using sheet masks, remove from the packet, align with your eyes and mouth and apply for 15-20 minutes before removing and using the mask to distribute any remaining fluid across your face and neck. 

When using wash off masks, scoop out an appropriate amount, applying across the face, leaving it on for 10-15 minutes before washing off with clean warm water. 

If using a sleep mask, it should be applied as the last step in your skincare routine. Apply across your face and let the magic happen whilst you sleep. Simply wash off in the morning during your usual skincare routine. 

Using your ring finger, apply a rice sized amount of cream under each eye. Dab the product around the eye area, starting from the inner corner moving outwards. Avoid applying too close to the lash line to avoid irritation. Gently pat the product into the skin until fully absorbed. 

Start with a small pea sized amount of moisturiser, more can be applied if necessary. Rub it between your fingers to warm it before application. Dot the moisturiser around your face, use upwards strokes to evenly distribute. Apply remaining moisturiser to the neck and décolletage.  

It is recommended to use between 1/4 and 1/2 teaspoon amount of sun cream, distributed over the face. Using upwards strokes, blend until fully absorbed. Remember to reapply throughout the day, even when indoors.