Original Article

Korean skin care first went viral in the West a few years ago because of the infamous multiple-step routines. It has since become a staple due to its innovative formulations and accessible price points, slowly but surely filling more and more vanity cabinets around the world.

Whether you craft a full routine with Korean skin care products or simply implement a couple of products here and there, there are certain Korean skin care essentials you should definitely consider implementing into your routine.

To learn more about what makes Korean skin care so special, Teen Vogue enlisted the help of Michelle Park, a board-certified dermatologist working at Washington Square Dermatology, and Dr. Michele Green, a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist in New York City who specializes in Korean skin laser treatments.

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Again, picking the right toner pad or sheet “depends on what you are trying to treat and what your skin goals are,” Dr. Park says. However, not all toner pads and sheet masks are made equally. “Toner pads and sheet masks should be hydrating. Look for cica or Centella Asiatica for redness or soothing skin, tea tree oil or acids for oily or acne-prone skin, vitamin C for antiaging and hyperpigmentation, niacinamide for brightening and soothing, collagen for antiaging and improving skin elasticity,” Dr. Park adds.

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