Ingredients Commonly Found in K-Beauty Products
Here are ten common ingredients found in Korean beauty products.
#1 Vitamin C
Vitamin C is primarily known for its skin-brightening properties. It is a powerful antioxidant that aids in protecting skin cells against damage caused by UV rays or pollution. It is found in face serums and gel creams.
#2 Centella Asiatica
Centella Asiatica is a plant that has been used in Chinese medicine for centuries due to its healing properties. It is used as a natural ingredient to soothe, hydrate and heal the skin. Cica is a rich antioxidant that aids skin repair and helps reverse signs of ageing. You can see it as a toner ingredient for sensitive skin products in Singapore.
#3 Snail Mucin
Snail mucin is probably one of the most well-known Korean skincare ingredients since it moisturises skin and promotes collagen production. It is mainly used in serums and essences by K-Beauty brands. You can also find snail mucin in sheet masks and moisturizers formulated for acne prone and oily skin.
#4 Niacinamide
Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B and is used to brighten dull skin. It can also reduce hyperpigmentation. It can minimise the size of pores, even out skin tone, improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, strengthen your skin’s barrier and regulate sebum production.
#5 Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic acid occurs naturally in the human body. Stress and other environmental aggressors can cause a decrease in the body’s natural production of this compound which can lead to wrinkles and dry skin. Using toners for oily skin made with hyaluronic acid helps hydrate and maintain moisture levels in the skin.
#6 Salicylic Acid
Salicylic Acid tackles blemishes and controls break-outs. It is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that penetrates the skin as it exfoliates. BHAs cleanses skin without stripping it of its natural oils and moisture. Find a foam cleanser with AHA-BHA ingredients if you have oily and acne-prone skin.
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