What is the best Korean cleanser, moisturizer or toner? What about the most effective sunscreen or exfoliant? Scroll and find your favorite!
We have compiled our customers' favorites from the top Korean cosmetics products that can help you achieve naturally radiant, balanced, and moisturized skin.
Also find out why Korean skincare is worth trying.
The best Korean cleaning products
Best Cleansing Balm : Hwarang ' Bellflower Cleansing Balm
The cleansing balm that's going viral since September ! The sorbet-like balm removes all makeup, sunscreen, and daily dirt incredibly effectively, but without drying. The oil-based balm rinses off easily and doesn't leave an oily feeling .
“If you wear makeup, you need this! Excellent price-quality ratio, incredibly good cleansing effect, suitable for any skin type from oily to dry. Cleansing milks and foams, etc. cannot achieve this result. Recommended!” - Hanna
Best cleansing oil : TONYMOLY Wonder Apricot Deep Cleansing Oil
Cleansing oils gently cleanse makeup, excess sebum and oiliness , and wash away just with water - so you don't need a second double-cleansing product after this! Deep cleansing oil pampers the skin with pomegranate and jojoba oils , among others .
“Affordable, effective and the best cleanser I've tested. Removes all makeup effortlessly. I've already used at least 10 bottles of this product 🤩 ! “ - Mari
Best Cleansing Gel: Huxley Cleansing Gel ; Be Clean , Be Moist
A cleansing gel that is gentle and effective at the same time! The foaming gel removes even thick makeup and impurities, and treats the skin with moisturizing hyaluronic acid , prickly pear seed oil , and soothing centella asiatica ( with medicinal frog tube extract).
Best cleansing foam: Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Cleanser
The cotton-soft foam effectively removes both impurities and makeup residue . The skin-friendly pH and moisturizing hyaluronic acid ensure that the skin feels soft without a tight feeling.
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Best exfoliant : Beauty of Joseon Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel
Good for calluses and irritated skin, this exfoliating gel conjures up brighter skin by relying on plant-based exfoliating ingredients. The end result is brighter and softer skin: we also recommend it to you whose skin doesn't like traditional mechanical exfoliants!
The best Korean facial toners
TONYMOLYWonder Ceramide Mocchi Toner
This alcohol-free toner has earned its title of “dry skin savior.” The hypoallergenic toner is packed with hydrating and firming ingredients like hyaluronic acid , ceramides , and vitamin B. It’s suitable for all skin types and can be layered!
“The toner is absolutely wonderful. It's very moisturizing and goes on smoothly. After using this, my face feels soft and wonderfully moisturized.” - Janina
Huxley Toner ; Extract It
The bestseller in moisturizing facial toners is a perfect match to moisturize and nourish dry and/or dehydrated skin. Containing over 90% naturally derived ingredients, the toner is based on prickly pear seed oil , which has a particularly moisturizing, regenerating and softening effect.
The best Korean face masks
Moisturizing night mask : Huxley Sleep Mask ; Good Night
A gel mask is a wonderful companion for beauty sleep, as it restores your skin's moisture balance while you sleep. The softening and hydrating mask is suitable for many skin types as an intensive treatment whenever your skin feels like it needs moisture, soothing and its glow is missing.
“In the morning, the skin feels moisturized and soft. It doesn't leave a sticky feeling, absorbs well. It's been a lifesaver for my skin 🙌 " - Jenny
Purifying Mask: Beauty of Joseon Red Bean Refreshing Pore Mask
Pores are deeply cleansed and skin feels soft when treated with a purifying clay mask! The creamy and fragrance-free mask contains kaolin clay and red bean extract as well as moisturizing ingredients, making the mask a perfect choice for many skin types.
The BestSheet Masks
Torriden DIVE IN Hyaluronic Acid Mask
A real moisture boost for your skin! The super popular sheet mask works its magic with low-molecular hyaluronic acid . The fragrance-free and vegan sheet mask is suitable for all skin types, and is especially useful when your skin needs refreshment , moisture and radiance.
The sheet mask contains the same serum as Torriden's viral hyaluronic acid serum .
KOCOSTAR Collagen Mask Sheet
Does your skin look saggy ? The KOCOSTAR Collagen sheet mask supports skin elasticity with plant- based collagen derived from rice, soybeans, carrots, quinoa and ginseng . The tight-fitting mask is suitable for all skin types.
The best serums and ampoules
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule
The calming and balancing serum is especially good for sensitive and acne- prone skin , as it absorbs quickly and balances inflamed skin. The secret of the serum lies in the medicinal frog pipe extract , which is a popular ingredient in K-beauty to soothe the skin.
TIRTIR Ceramic Milk Ampoule
Are you dreaming of a glass skin ? A light but effective ampoule is worth adding to your routine! Especially for dry and sensitive skin, this nourishing serum protects, brightens and deeply moisturizes with, among other things , ceramides , rice bran extract and niacinamide.
The best Koreans facial creams
Hwarang ' Bellflower Moisturizing Barrier Cream
Like a gentle protective barrier for your skin! This cream, which is especially gentle on dry and combination skin, contains a range of moisturizing and protective ingredients, such as ceramides , panthenol , glycerin, and brightening niacinamide. A quickly absorbed formula that does not feel greasy.
ETUDE Soon Jung 2x Barrier Intensive Cream
Sensitive or irritated skin? The cream soothes with a formula that reduces redness and irritation, and its moisturizing yet lightweight formula absorbs velvety smoothly. Suitable for many skin types and for treating breakouts!
The best eye creams
Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum : Ginseng + Retinal
This anti- aging eye cream for sensitive skin contains two particularly effective ingredients: moisturizing ginseng and retinal , which slows down the signs of aging .
The quickly absorbed cream also contains hyaluronic acid and niacinamide, for example, and has a moisturizing and wrinkle-reducing effect.
TONYMOLY Panda's Dream So Cool Eye Stick
Refresh , reduce puffiness and cool down with a stick-like eye cream! This stick cream containing bamboo extract and xylitol is perfect for waking up your morning routine , and also works in the evening.
Best Koreans sunscreens
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+
This is sunscreen at its best: high SPF, a thin , velvety texture, and a moisturizing feel. The fragrance-free sunscreen nourishes the skin with rice extract and probiotics, and doesn't feel greasy at all!
“ Works under makeup even on oily skin. I used this during the day instead of moisturizer all summer, and I can say that my skin was in even better condition than usual. It didn't clog or cause pimples. Thin texture, spreads and absorbs easily, and I often layer to make sure I get enough SPF .” - Saara
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF 50+
A serum-like, lightweight sunscreen that combines strong SPF 50+ PA++++ protection and a dream-light formula. Korean sunscreen is not just about protection, as the soothing and moisturizing formula takes care of the skin with the help of medicinal frog tube.
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