Before investing in the products you buy; it is necessary to understand the right ingredients that one needs to get that Korean-like flawless skin, Dr. Noopur Jain, MD Dermatology explains it all.
When it comes to taking care of skin, we never miss our chance to try our hands on the different trends and products that we come across. A similar trend that recently took over the beauty and skincare industry is K-beauty. Not only is it just trending, for now, but the Korean skincare routine has also deeply impacted our roots starting from our routine steps, to choosing the products and furthering the urge to get that smooth glass-like skin and shine on our faces all day long.
The idea of Korean beauty and skincare believes that it is not necessary to have a lavish product and routine style, but instead, by pairing up effective techniques with the right ingredient products, you can crack the hack to glowing smooth skin.
1. Carrot seed oil
Carrot seed oil has been used in the K-Beauty industry for over more than 15 years. It has been used for various medicinal, cosmetic and aromatherapy applications. What most of the people didn’t know was about the benefits of this lesser-known face oil it carried and, once found, it was difficult to not include this in the skincare routine.
The oil is known to have stimulant properties that enhance circulation and nerve functions, leading to a better glow on the skin. It also helps tone the skin and prevent it from sagging. Not only does it enhance but also repairs the skin from exposure to pollution and dust. Regular use of carrot oil helps in softening of the skin, faster healing of scars, calming of irritation and fading of redness and age spots.
2. Propolis
Propolis is a resin-gum-like substance naturally produced by bees. The substance has anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties that heal and treat irritations, rashes or break-outs in the skin. Because of its lightweight and gel based nature, it also hydrates, soothes, and helps relaxes the skin. This key ingredient plays a vital role in the Korean beauty industry and its products are also among few highly bought products by the consumer.
3. Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola)
Centella Asiatica, shortly known as cica, is known by many names around the world. It can be popularly known as tiger grass or gotu kola in the common language. The Korean skincare routine uses this ingredient to heal the skin. It contains massive antioxidant compounds helping in anti-ageing and treating blemishes on the skin. The ingredient is amino acid-rich, providing just the right conditioning and moisture to the skin. Its leaf water is also beneficially used for the purpose of its calming effect on irritated skin.
4. Fermented Rice Water
Fermented rice might be a little familiar because of its hype for quite a few years, but its advantages do not seem to fade away ever since. It has been used by women since the beginning of skincare in the Korean beauty industry. The major benefit of rice water is its ability to eliminate the oily and greasy skin texture due to regular sebum production by your skin. Therefore, it cuts off all oily skin related problems like acne, pimples, blackheads etc. it is also a great ingredient to battle against saggy skin and wrinkles.
5. Green Tea
Most of us are familiar with the healthy beneficial properties that green tea possesses. But the Korean beauty industry proved that green tea is not just limited to that. It offers a lot more to your skin. It is antimicrobial and caffeine-rich in nature to cut down any kind of puffiness and replenish skin. It is also found to rejuvenate dying cells in the skin and is rich In vitamin-B12, it keeps the skin young and fresh, just like admired by Korean beauty industry fans.
