Dissolves oil-based impurities — sunscreen, makeup — without disrupting the skin's natural sebum balance. Apply to dry hands on a dry face, massage gently, then rinse off.

A gentle, pH-balanced (5.0–5.5) foaming cleanser removes any remaining water-based impurities. For normal skin, avoid formulas with harsh sulfates that can strip the skin barrier.

Lather in your palms first — never directly on your face.

Korean toners are not astringent — they prep and hydrate. They restore the skin's pH level and significantly boost absorption of the layers that follow. For normal skin, fermented or hyaluronic acid toners work best.

Pat in with your hands — never rub. The "7 skin method" doubles the hydrating effect.

Concentrated actives for targeted treatment. In the morning, vitamin C (antioxidant protection, brightening) or niacinamide (even skin tone, pore minimising) are the best choices for normal skin.

Use vitamin C in the morning — paired with SPF it forms a double antioxidant shield.

The skin around the eyes is four times thinner than the rest of the face and needs a dedicated product. For normal skin, focus on hydration and early prevention of fine lines.

Use only your ring finger to pat — it's your weakest finger and won't tug the delicate area.

Seals in all previous layers and strengthens the skin barrier. For normal skin in the morning, a lightweight water gel or emulsion is ideal — heavy, oil-rich creams are unnecessary.

Apply while the skin is still slightly damp from the essence — it boosts absorption.

The single most important step — UV exposure is responsible for 80% of visible skin ageing. Korean sunscreens are celebrated for their lightweight textures: no white cast, no greasiness, and a smooth base for makeup.

Half a teaspoon for the entire face. Apply 20 minutes before UV exposure.