From snail mucin to glass skin: Korean skincare trends that have taken over 2024

Korean skincare trends have been ruling the market for a long time. However, this year there has been a surge in Korean skincare products and usage. More and more people are figuring out their perfect skincare routine thanks to multiple Facebook and Instagram reels.

Here are some Korean skincare trends that have taken over the skincare market.

Korean skincare trends that are ruling 2024

Using fermented ingredients

Koreans have mastered the art of fermentation. For their skin or gut, Koreans believe in using fermented ingredients like red rice, and lactic and glycolic acid. This results in highly effective skincare concoctions that do wonders for the skin.

Double cleansing

Another Korean beauty secret is double cleansing. Double cleansing has taken the skincare world by storm, and it also has roots in Korean beauty routines. To do this, start by cleansing your face with an oil-based cleanser. This will help remove stubborn makeup, sunscreen, and sebum on the surface of your skin.
Following up, a water-based cleanser removes sweat, bacteria, and old skin cells. This will ensure that your face is makeup and dead-skin cell-free!

Using Sheet Masks

Another Korean trend that the world is following is using sheet masks. It is a staple in Korean beauty regimes. From Hyaluronic acid face sheet to Vitamin C face mask, these are quick fixes to revitalize your skin and impart a dewy complexion.

Glass skin

Glass skin refers to smooth, luminous and 'transparent' skin. The Koreans and Instagram started the trend, Facebook are filled with reels on how to achieve the 'Korean glass skin'.

Snail Mucin

Another Korean skincare craze in snail mucin. It is packed with glycoproteins, hyaluronic acid and glycolic acid.

Using double SPF

Another Korean beauty trend catching up in 2024 is Double SPF. Typically, it begins with the application of a chemical sunscreen, which penetrates the skin deeply, providing broad-spectrum coverage. Following this, a physical sunscreen is applied, creating a protective barrier on the skin's surface