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Normal You rarely experience breakouts or are sensitive to products. You have little pores along the T-zone and experience a slight oily shine at the end of the day. Dry You have very few visible pores and blackheads. Your skin can feel tight, itchy or even rough. You rarely experience an oily shine, even at the end of the day. Combination You have visible pores along your T-zone, but dry elsewhere. Your skin is really indecisive and unbalanced, sometimes dealing with dry patches and acne at the same time. Oily You frequently experience breakouts and have blackheads, and you might even have a breakout now. Early in the day, you have an oily shine and can feel oily residue when you touch your skin. Pores are large and visible throughout your face.

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Soko Glam’s Original 10-Step Korean Skincare Routine

The 10-Step is more than a routine—it's a lifestyle that has become a global phenomenon, grounded in Korea's cultural obsession with healthy skin and backed by decades of scientific advancement. It's not about having more products than you can count, but rather about having the right products that do the right things, and using them in the right order.

ten step

1

makeup

Makeup remover
& oil cleanser

2

waterbased

Water Based
cleanser

3

exfoliator

exfoliator

CLEANSE

4

toner

Toner

PREP

5

essence

Essence

6

treatments

Treatments

7

sheet masks

sheet masks

8

eye cream

eye cream

NOURISH

9

moisturizer

Moisturizer

10

sun protection

Sun protection

PROTECT

MAKEUP REMOVER
& OIL CLEANSER

Oil cleansers are the base of the Korean skin care routine and the first step of the double cleanse. They're not only relaxing to use; as you gently massage these cleansers in, they also remove makeup and draw out other oil-based impurities, such as sebum, SPF, and pollution.

What it does

Breaks down oil-based debris such as makeup and sunscreen

How to

Morning and night, gently massage into dry skin, add lukewarm water to emulsify, then rinse

Ingredients to love

Macadamia oil
Jojoba oil
Grape seed oil

Water Based Cleanser

The second step of the double cleanse. Cleansing twice is recommended by aestheticians and dermatologists because it helps to thoroughly remove any impurities that can cause breakouts. Water-based cleansers dissolve the water-based impurities such as dirt and sweat that your oil cleanser didn't pick up.

What it does

Removes water-based impurities such as sweat and dirt

How to

Morning and night, apply to your damp face and neck and massage in a circular motion, then rinse with lukewarm water

Ingredients to love

Green tea
Rice extract
Pearl extract

Exfoliator

Physical and chemical exfoliation help clean pores and slough off dead skin cells for visibly brighter and smoother skin. Regular exfoliation will also help your other skin care products absorb and work more efficiently!

What it does

Cleans debris from pores and removes dead skin cells

How to

Gently exfoliate 1-2 times/week, focusing on your nose and the visible pores on your cheeks

Ingredients to love

Black sugar
Salicylic acid
Lactic acid

Toner

Toners are the ultimate prep product, removing any leftover residue from your cleansers while also repairing your skin’s barrier to effectively absorb the moisturizers that follow. Think of your skin like a sponge—it’s more difficult to rehydrate it when it’s dried up and hardened than when it’s already a bit damp.

What it does

Balances moisture and pH levels

How to

Use a cotton pad to swipe all across your face or pat gently into your skin using your hands.

Ingredients to love

Aloe
Licorice
Citric acid

Essence

Essences are lightweight and packed with a concentrated blend of hydrating, anti-aging, and complexion-enhancing ingredients

What it does

Hydrates and aids in cell turnover

How to

Sprinkle into hands and lightly pat into face and neck

Ingredients to love

Rice extract
Birch juice
Hyaluronic acid
Yeast

Treatments

Boosters, serums, and ampoules are the ultimate skin perfectors. Packed with powerhouse ingredients, they target specific skin concerns such as acne, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation.

What it does

Directly treats problem areas

How to

Gently tap into skin, focusing on areas affected by skin concern

Ingredients to love

Soybeans
Tea tree
Vitamin C

Sheet mask

If essences are the heart of the Korean skincare routine, sheet masks are the soul. The key to sheet masks is the sheet, which when in prolonged contact with your face allows the skin to fully absorb the nutrients and moisture. Plus, they promote the quiet, meditative ritual of relaxation.

What it does

Infuses your skin with concentrated essence.

How to

Smooth onto clean skin, lie back and relax for 15-20 minutes, then pat in excess essence

Ingredients to love

Cucumber
Green tea
Rose

Eye Cream

The skin around your eyes is the thinnest and most delicate on your face, and regularly using an intensive eye cream can keep dark circles, puffiness, and crow’s-feet at bay. Eye creams are concentrated with beneficial ingredients and formulated to be extra gentle and non-irritating.

What it does

Hydrates and prevents dark circles, puffiness, and crow’s feet

How to

Use your pinkie to gentle tap (never rub!) around the entire orbital bone, avoiding the water line

Ingredients to love

Honey
Ginseng
Lily

Moisturizer

They come in many forms (emulsion, lotion, gel, cream, and sleeping mask) and seal in moisture to plump up skin and smooth fine lines.

What it does

Seals in moisture to plump and smooth skin

How to

Pat into your face and neck morning and night, every day.

Ingredients to love

Bamboo
Hyaluronic acid
Centella asiatica (cica)
Snail mucin
Green tea

Sunscreen

You should always wear sunscreen, even if you’ll be inside most of the day. It’s the easiest and most effective way to prevent premature aging (and skin cancer!). Sunscreen should be your last step so it can shield your skin without being diluted by additional products.

What it does

Protects the skin from damaging UV rays.

How to

Gently pat into your face and neck as the last step in your morning routine. Re-apply throughout the day.

Ingredients to love

Titanium dioxide
Zinc oxide

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