Before K-Pop had the world bopping to its tunes, another Korean trend took the globe by storm: Glass Skin. You have to be living under a rock if you are not aware of Korean beauty and its obsession with healthy, glowing, baby-like skin.
The more I talked to people about glass skin or healthy skin for that matter, the more I found how almost everyone thought it was unattainable. “How am I supposed to keep up with SO MANY skincare products?” Glass skin is entirely achievable and not to mention highly therapeutic. Who doesn’t love a little me-time?
I am not going to lie, though. You don’t just get crystal clear skin out of the blue. It requires a serious commitment to a skincare regimen, but the results are oh so worth it! And, this article is your one-stop to glowing glass skin.
What Exactly Is Glass Skin?
Makeup artists and beauty gurus refer to glass skin as healthy, luminous skin that glows from within like a polished piece of glass would – hence, the name. A beauty secret from Korea, glass skin is almost translucent and can only be achieved by following a dedicated skincare routine, along with proper nutrition. This means to achieve transcending skin, you have to use the right skincare products religiously and have a balanced diet, keep yourself hydrated, regularly exercise, and get your beauty sleep.
I know, I know! You must be thinking, well, I cannot possibly do ALL that. However, getting the skin of your dreams isn’t as daunting as it sounds. In addition to having a healthy lifestyle, you should know which products to use – all of which I will explain down below.
The Ultimate Guide To Get Glass Skin
Glass skin has become a global phenomenon. To achieve the luminous skin that makes the best of highlighter shy in comparison, follow the steps down below.
Double Cleansing Is Key
Cleanse and then cleanse again. Double cleansing is the foundation to achieve healthy skin. If you are worried about over-drying your face by cleansing it twice, don’t. There is reasoning to this double cleanse. The first wash is meant to remove all debris and dirt that may clog pores along with any makeup you might have on through the day. The second cleanse is more focused on your skin type and should act as a nourishing step.
Start with a cleansing oil to melt away any makeup and then follow up with a water-based cleanser for thorough cleaning. Using both oil and water-based cleansers ensures the removal of oil and water-based impurities, so nothing is left behind, and the rest of your skincare products have an excellent foundation to seep in, to work better.
Exfoliation For Healthier Skin
Exfoliation is precisely what helps facilitate better absorption of skincare products. Pick a water based-cleanser that gently exfoliates your skin to remove any dead skin cells and remove blackheads. The removal of dead skin cells gives way to healthy new cells and brighter, smoother skin.
Pick an exfoliating agent that suits your skin type and doesn’t dry it out.
Add a Toner
Make sure to add a toner to your skincare regimen. They are excellent at restoring your skin’s pH level and adding moisture to the skin, making the following hydrating products work much better (think adding water to something wet versus adding water to something dry).
Here’s Why You Need Essence
To further make your skincare work in double time, try an essence. An essence is a hydrating product that adds moisture to the skin and helps product retention. So, not only are you giving your skin a natural glow with a functional essence, but you are also soaking all the goodness from other skincare products much more efficiently.
Essences aid cell turnover with usual ingredients like rice extract and hyaluronic acid while doubling as hydra bombs.
Invest in a Serum
Vitamin-rich serums are perfect for treating fine lines and hyperpigmentation, or ones rich with hyaluronic acid can be great to add moisture. The Glass Skin Refining Serum is the ultimate game-changer since it contains both the hero ingredients mentioned above.
Serums are great to treat problem areas while making you glow in the process.
Sheet Masks Are Your Friends
Find me a skincare product more Korean than sheet masks! The soul of the Korena beauty, sheet masks are a glass skin routine staple. The extended contact you get with your skin makes sheet marks perfect for product absorption. The kind of sheet masks you use depends on your skin type. You can use hydrating skin masks with ingredients like honey to soothe inflamed skin.
Masks can be hydrating and exfoliating – you can switch up the type according to your needs. Moreover, sheet masks scream self-care, and who doesn’t need a little TLC?
But, if a sheet mask isn’t your thing, go for a sleep mask. A sleep mask can work its magic while you sleep, facilitating the skin repair process. A good night’s sleep already helps skin repair, and a sleep mask can enhance that process.
Grab Your Moisturizer (And Eye Cream)
The key to glass skin is super hydrated healthy skin, so moisturizing is essential. While you start with thinner formula products moving on to more occlusive ones later in the routine, a good moisturizer helps seal everything.
However, choose the formula suitable for your skin type – for dry skin, go for a richer formula, and pick one that is lighter on the face for oily skin.
Also, don’t skimp on eye cream. Since the skin around your eye is so sensitive, skipping an eye product can cause puffiness, resulting in crow’s feet and enhancing dark circles. Gently tap in an intensive eye cream before the moisturizer.
UV Protection Is a Must
Regardless of how many skincare products you use, you can kiss glass skin goodbye if you do not provide your skin with sunscreen protection. Use SPF 30+ to prevent premature aging and sunspots. Using the sunscreen, in the end, ensures it is as potent as it needs to be, and no dilution has occurred from all the other products.
If you are still following, well done; this is all you need to achieve crystal clear, shining glass-like skin that babies will envy (well, if they could.) If not, a simple tip is to go for hydrating products that are gentle on the skin. Do not use any products that will strip your skin of moisture.
