Everything You Need To Know About Korean Glass Skin And How You Can Achieve It

It's a trend that is all about dewy, smooth, hydrated skin that looks like glass, centred around skin being clear and reflective. It's a multistep routine that requires commitment and research, and when incorporated properly can do wonders for your skin, and give you that glossy glow that looks like the peak of skin health that we all thrive for. But as with all skincare routines, there are no set products and recommendations as everyone has different focus areas and concerns, but there is a step-by-step process guide that can help a lot with your skincare game, and set you you on a path to achieve glass skin, so read on!

Cleansing is the foundation of any good skincare routine, it basically creates the canvas for all other products and actives to seep in, clearing all the dirt, oil, and makeup. Double cleansing is a popular method in Korea, where gentle cleansers are used to conserve the natural oils of your skin. This method involves using an oil-based cleanser first to take off makeup or skincare products, and then doubling down it with a water-based cleanser to ensure a thorough cleansing of pores and clearing them of any dirt, dust or debris; setting your pathway towards achieving glass skin right.

Exfoliation should not be an everyday practice and should ideally included in your night-time routine only. It removes all the dead skin cells and reveals a radiant-looking skin that is ready to take in all the upcoming goodness. Again, do keep in mind to do this step in complete moderation, as over-exfoliation can do more harm to the skin than good.

As the ultimate goal is to have hydrated, moisturised, and luminous-looking skin, toning the face becomes a crucial step. Toning the skin gives a quick boost of hydration, and penetrates through the skin to remove dead skin cells. They also help to balance pH levels, tighten your pores, and prep the skin for the rest of the skincare. Although, always remember to opt for toners that are gentle and alcohol-free.

The main premise of the glass skin is 'hydration'. The skin needs to look supple, plump, and moisturised to have that glass-like effect, and thus this step becomes a given. Serums contain a lot of potent ingredients that help with various concerns like acne, aging, and hydration, their active presence along with antioxidants really helps the skin to have like a radiant glow, and they also make the skin smoother and evens out the texture.

Serums have many ingredients that do different jobs based on the concerns you might have. Here's a guide on the best ones you can buy for glowing, glass-like skin.

We think that the essentiality of this product is appropriately emphasised, and no skincare trend or regime is completed without this. Investing in good sunscreen is super pertinent, it helps with pores, wrinkles, and skin diseases, and is essential no matter whether you plan to step out or not. Concerning glass skin as well, you have to finish the multi-step routine with a good layer of sunscreen that protects it from the sun and offers no white cast and remember to keep reapplying it every couple of hours.

Pro-Tip: Check out this guide to figure out your best bet between physical and chemical sunscreen.

Glass skin is a lot about choosing the right products, and committing to a regime, but it also highly depends on your lifestyle too. Eating clean, and regularly exercising, while maintaining your stress levels makes a lot of difference, and will give you a naturally radiant glow, making it an evident step in your journey to achieve glass skin.