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How to Curate a Skincare Routine for Glowing Skin?  

After a long and hectic, we just want to change into a comfy pair of PJs and head to bed. However, before heading to bed, it is important that you show your skin some love through a curated skincare routine. Trust us; you’ll be thanking us in the morning when you wake with dewy, fresh, and glowy skin. Taking care of your skin isn’t just about vanity—it’s about feeling confident and ready to take on the day. Whether you are dealing with breakouts, dryness, or dullness, in this article, we’ll go over different skincare products and a step-by-step skincare routine to help you achieve glass skin. At Style Spur, we take skincare very seriously, and we want you to have a skincare routine that says, “I’ve arrived, and I glow like a goddess.” Therefore, without further ado, let’s dive in!

Step-by-Step Skincare Routine with Must-Have Products!  

A good skincare routine should be simple and only take around 5 to 10 minutes. You might recall Riverdale’s Madelaine Petsch’s 38-step beauty routine that went viral a couple of years ago during the Covid-19 lockdown. Every influencer and content creator jumped on the trend and attempted to recreate it. Um, yeah, it was a big no-no! So, you don’t have to do that! Experts say that you only need to dedicate 10 minutes twice a day, in the morning and before heading to bed, and use products that suit your skin type to get great results. Here is a skincare routine with expert-recommended products that you can check out to make your own skincare routine: 

Skincare Routine

Start with an Oil-Based Cleanser:  

We all know that oil-based cleanser is the secret to achieving Korean glass-skin. Therefore, you should first cleanse off your makeup and sunscreen, and excess oil with an oil-based cleanser. It helps remove the grime built-up without stripping your skin of its natural oils. All you have to do is massage the cleanser into dry skin and wash it off with lukewarm water.  

Top Picks:  

  • Banila Co Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm 
  • DHC Deep Cleansing Oil 

Banila Co Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm 

Follow Up with a Water-Based Cleanser:  

The next step of your skincare routine is water-based cleanser. It removes sweat and dirt from your skin. You should definitely use a gentle cleanser designed for your specific skin-type. This double-cleaning method removes impurities from your skin and leaves it refresh. The secret is to get a pH balancing cleanser that doesn’t disrupt your skin’s natural ph.  

 

Best pH balancing Cleanser:

  • Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 
  • Alastin Gentle Cleanser 

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 

Use a Toner to Balance and Prep:  

Toners help rebalance your skin’s pH and help prep your skin for the next step. You should a toner that suits your unique skin type and apply it with a cotton pad.

 

Top Choices:  

  • Paula’s Choice Skin Recovery Calming Toner 
  • Kiehl’s Calendula Herbal Extract Toner 

Paula’s Choice Skin Recovery Calming Toner

Serum for Skin Concerns:  

Serums are like the magic potions of your skincare routine! Apply your serum and watch as these serums, Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo away your acne, aging, and dullness.   

  • Okra Face Serum (best retinol serum) 
  • The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 with Ceramides (best hyaluronic acid serum) 

Skincare Routine

Eye Cream to Brighten and Protect:  

Dermatologists say that the skin under your eyes is delicate and requires extra love. Therefore, you need to get eye creams that reduce puffiness, soften fin lies, and hydrate it. You need to take a small amount on your ring finger and gently apply it under the eye.

Best Eye Cream:  

  • Clinique All About Eyes 
  • Kiehl’s Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado 

Kiehl's Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado 

Moisturizer to Seal it All:  

You need to apply a good moisturizer to seal all the products in and to hydrate your skin throughout the night. Gently massage a good amount on your face and skin. This step helps maintain your skin’s dewiness to make it supple and soft.  

 

Top Contenders:  

  • Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel perfect for oily & combination skin type. 
  • First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream right for dry skin. 

Skincare Routine

Sunscreen—non-negotiable:  

If you want to slow down aging, reduce the effects of free radicals, and avoid sunburn, then you need to have sunscreen in your skincare routine. No good skincare routine is complete without sunscreen. You should generously apply it every morning as the last step of your routine. 

 

Best Sunscreen:  

  • Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF 50+ 
  • Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 

Skincare Routine

Skincare Routines for Different Types of Skin: 

Our skin types are unique, just like us! Therefore, you need to make a skincare routine that suits your needs. Do you know what your skin type is? If you aren’t sure what products you should choose, then keep on reading!  

Oily & Acne-Prone Skin:  

  • You should stick to gel-based or foaming cleansers such as Youth to the People Superfood Cleanser. 
  • Use a lightweight moisturizer instead of an oil-based one.  
  • Make sure that you add a Niacinamide serum to help with oil production and minimize pores.  
  • Go for a BHA exfoliate such as Paula’s Choice 2% BHA to clear pores and reduce breakouts.  

Skincare Routine

Dry & Dehydrated Skin:  

  • If you have dulled, and dry skin then opt for a cream-based cleanser such as CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser. 
  • It is important that you focus on hydrating toners and essences.  
  • Go for rich and creamy moisturizers such as First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream. 
  • Choose the best hyaluronic acid serum to hydrate the skin from within.  

Skincare Routine

Combination Skin:  

If you have combination skin type, which typically includes an oily T-zone: nose, forehead, and chin and dry cheeks, then you should try these products:  

  • You should double-cleanse with oil-based and water-based cleansers to create balance. 
  • It is a good idea to go for lightweight hydrating essences such as Missha Time Revolution Essence.  
  • You can spot-treat the oilier areas, such as the T-zone, and hydrate dry patches on the cheeks.  
  • Go for a water-gel moisturizer, as it hydrates without clogging your pores.  

Skincare Routine

Say Hello to 2025 Glow Up with Style Spur!  

If you want clear, spotless, and glowing skin, then you need to have a fantastic skincare routine catered to your requirements. Whether you have dry, oily, or combine skin type, a consistent skincare routine will improve your skin day-by-day. Therefore, you should experiment with different products to find the ones that suit you. We also have a blog on Korean Skincare at Style Spur, that you can check out to find products. 

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