If you’re planning to get skin treatments in Korea, I’ve put together the 2025 Korean Skincare Trends Series, packed with tips and know-how I’ve gathered over the past three years. These aren’t just general tips, they’re tried-and-tested insights from my own experience, perfect for anyone wanting to get the most out of their treatments.
Here’s what’s in the series:
- Part 1: Post-Treatment Skincare: Tips to Speed Up Recovery
- Part 2: Home Care Guide: Achieve Dermatology-Level Results at Home
- Part 3: Korean Celebrity Skincare: Insider Secrets to Korean Celebrity Glow
Today, I'm sharing tips on how to take care of your skin at home.
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[블로그] 2025 Korean Skincare Trends | How to take care of your skin after treatments
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“Can you get dermatology-level results just from home care?”
After three years of trying countless treatments and products, here’s the truth I’ve learned: you can’t! Shocking, right? But trust me, honest advice is way more useful than any over-the-top claims you see online.
"So, why bother with home care at all?"
Because the right products and routines can really boost the effects of professional treatments. Especially if you’re in your 30s like me, smart at-home care is the secret to keeping your skin looking youthful long after a clinic visit.
Realistic K-Beauty Home Care Routine
🌞 Morning Routine
STEP 1: Gentle Cleansing
- Wash your face with lukewarm water (hot water can cause dryness!)
- Use a slightly acidic cleanser (pH 5.5–6.5)
* TIP: Cetaphil Cleanser or Avène Cleansing Foam from Korean pharmacies are perfect for 30+ skin!
STEP 2: Hydration
- Toner: Pat in gently with your hands for absorption
- Serum: Choose either Vitamin C or Niacinamide
- Moisturizer: Lightweight, non-sticky gel type
STEP 3: Sun Protection
- SPF 30 or higher is a must
- PA+++ or higher is recommended
🌙 Evening Routine
STEP 1: Double Cleansing
- Cleansing oil → Foam cleanser (30 seconds each, 1 minute total)
STEP 2: Exfoliate 2-3 times a week
- Choose either BHA toner (Salicylic Acid 0.5–2%) or AHA serum (Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid)
* TIP: Don’t exfoliate daily! Over-exfoliation can damage your skin barrier.
STEP 3: Intensive Care
- Retinol Serum (Twice a week, start with a low concentration)
- Moisturizing Cream (Richer formula at night is fine)
- Face Oil (Only if you have extremely dry skin)
STEP 4: Upgrade with Korean pharmacy essentials
Skin Regeneration & Trouble Care Item
- Rejuall (PDRN) Cream: Intensive skin regeneration
- Madecassol: Soothes acne and sensitive spots
- Fucidin: Anti-inflammatory care
* TIP: Pharmacy products are affordable and contain ingredients that are medically proven to work.
Curious about the popular skincare products at Korean pharmacies?
Top 3 Home Care Skin Devices
① LED Mask (anti-aging, acne care)
- Benefits: Soothes inflammation and boosts collagen production
- How to use: 3–4 times a week, 15–20 minutes on clean skin before your evening skincare routine
- Price range: 150,000–500,000 KRW
* TIP: Choose a device that supports both red light (633nm) and blue light (415nm)
② Galvanic Ion Device (increased
- Benefits: Delivers serum ingredients deeper into the skin
- How to use: Apply your serum in the evening and use the device for 5–10 minutes
- Price range: 100,000–300,000 KRW
③ High-Frequency Lifting Device (firming, double chin)
- Benefits: Improves skin elasticity and sculpts the face line
- How to use: 10 minutes during a relaxed weekend evening
- Price range: 200,000–800,000 KRW
Final Tips
In my 30s, I found myself worrying about losing skin elasticity, constantly switching products and visiting the dermatologist at the slightest sign of a wrinkle. Keeping a skin diary helped me slow down and focus on what truly matters. Home care is not about fighting age but about consistent, mindful care. To women in their 30s and beyond, you are already beautiful. Approach your skincare with patience, care, and intention.
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