Korean Skincare Routines by Skin Type: Dry, Oily, Sensitive, Combo

Match your routine to your skin type with just the essentials.

Dry skin

• Milk/gel cleanser at night; rinse with water in the morning.
• Layer toner, serum with ceramides, and a richer cream.
• Finish with balm on cheeks; always SPF in the morning.

Oily skin

• Low-pH gel cleanser; clay mask 1–2x weekly.
• Niacinamide serum + lightweight gel moisturizer.
• Mineral or hybrid SPF; blotting papers on the go.

Sensitive skin

• Creamy, fragrance-free cleanser; avoid hot water.
• Panthenol/centella serum; simple moisturizer.
• Mild sunscreen; patch test anything new.

Combination skin

• Gentle gel cleanser; exfoliate T-zone weekly.
• Hydrating toner; light gel for T-zone, cream for cheeks.
• SPF every morning; spot-treat as needed.