10 STEP ROUTINE

The traditional 10-step routine is the most thorough method used for performing a skin care routine. If you are a die hard skin care fan, this is the perfect routine for you!

START WITH A DOUBLE CLEANSE

Why Double Cleanse?

Double cleansing involves thoroughly washing your face with two different cleansers. The first oil-based cleanser is designed to remove oil-based impurities like makeup and sebum and second, a water-based cleanser is used to remove water soluble particles like dirt and pollution.

If you have oily skin and/or wear makeup daily, you might find double cleansing every evening works wonders for you. But if your skin is not particularly oil-prone or you only wear makeup occasionally, double cleansing every single night isn’t necessary, a gentle cleanser alone can do the job.

DEAR, KLAIRS Gentle Black Deep Cleansing Oil (150ml)

STEP 1 DOUBLE CLEANSE

Oil Based Cleanser

Oil based cleansers effectively remove all the oil-based impurities on your skin like SPF, makeup, and your body’s natural sebum. These cleansers are perfect as it doesn’t strip the natural healthy oils from your face.

CIETTE BEAUTY RECOMMENDS - DEAR, KLAIRS Black Deep Cleansing Oil (150ml)

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COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser (150ml)

STEP 2 DOUBLE CLEANSE

Water Based Cleanser

These cleansers are what most people likely think of when they hear the word “cleanser.” This is usually a foaming liquid (or bar) that removes the remaining surface level impurities left behind by the oil cleanser, such as dirt and pollution.

CIETTE BEAUTY RECOMMENDS - COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser (150ml)

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COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser (150ml)

STEP 3

Exfoliant

Exfoliants are things like scrubs, peels, and pads. These products help remove dead skin cells and buildup that clog your pores. Start slow and do it sparingly (once or twice per week max).

CIETTE BEAUTY RECOMMENDS - COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser (150ml)

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DEAR, KLAIRS Supple Preparation Unscented Toner (180ml)

STEP 4

Toner

Toners restore the pH balance in the skin after a face wash, which causes the skin to become more alkaline. Skin tends to have a broad pH range, with acidity ranging between 4 and 7. Healthy skin pH is more acidic as that helps combat harmful microbes and damaging free radicals that quicken the aging process.

CIETTE BEAUTY RECOMMENDS - DEAR, KLAIRS Supple Preparation Unscented Toner (180ml)

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COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence (100ml)

STEP 5

Essence

Unique to Korean skin care regimens, essences are formulated with fermented ingredients. They provide a ton of moisture deep within the skin, restoring the natural moisture balance.

CIETTE BEAUTY RECOMMENDS - COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence (100ml)

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BEAUTY OF JOSEON Glow Deep Serum: Rice + Arbutin (30ml)

STEP 6

Treatment

A treatment is anything that’s focused on aiding a specific problem — usually referred to as a serum. They contain highly concentrated ingredients meant to target specific issues, such as wrinkles, acne, dullness etc.

CIETTE BEAUTY RECOMMENDS - BEAUTY OF JOSEON Glow Deep Serum: Rice + Arbutin (30ml)

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STEP 7

Sheet Mask

Sheet masks are sheets of serum-soaked paper that you lay on your face for about 20 minutes. Like exfoliants, sheet masks aren’t something that needs to be or should be done every day.

CIETTE BEAUTY RECOMMENDS - THE FACE SHOP Real Nature Aloe Face Mask (20g)

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DEAR, KLAIRS Fundamental Nourishing Eye Butter (20g)

STEP 8

Eye Cream

Eye gels, creams, or oils are made to target the thin, sensitive skin around the eyes which is different from the skin on the rest of your face. They help with darkness, puffiness, and fine lines.

CIETTE BEAUTY RECOMMENDS - DEAR, KLAIRS Fundamental Nourishing Eye Butter (20g)

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COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin 92 All In One Cream (100ml)

STEP 9

Moisturizer

Moisturizers act as a sealant to ensure everything soaks into your skin. It helps in hydrating the skin making sure to maintain it's elasticity and suppleness. 

CIETTE BEAUTY RECOMMENDS - COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin 92 All In One Cream (100ml)

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BEAUTY OF JOSEON Relief Sun : Rice + Probiotics [SPF50+ PA++++] (50ml)

STEP 10

Sunscreen

Sun exposure can cause sunburn, skin aging (such as skin spots, wrinkles, or “leathery skin”), eye damage, and skin cancer. To safeguard your skin from this harmful damage, It is essential to include this step in your skin care routine.

CIETTE BEAUTY RECOMMENDS - BEAUTY OF JOSEON Relief Sun : Rice + Probiotics [SPF50+ PA++++] (50ml)

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