🌿 Introduction
Shiny skin, visible pores, makeup that doesn't last...
If you have oily skin, you're familiar with these little annoyances. But be careful!
Trying to “dry out” your skin is a common mistake .
In reality, oily skin often lacks balance , not hydration.
K-beauty has understood this well: it favors the gentle regulation of sebum , while keeping the skin fresh, hydrated and healthy 🌸
Discover here a complete Korean routine for mattifying without being harsh.
🧴 1️⃣ Gently cleanse to regulate sebum
Proper cleansing removes impurities and excess sebum without altering the skin barrier.
Korean products favor light and soothing formulas , perfect for oily skin.
💧 To adopt:
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Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil — removes impurities and unclogs pores without leaving a greasy film.
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COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser — Gentle cleanser enriched with natural BHAs and purifying botanical oils, for fresh and balanced skin.
💦 2️⃣ Apply a purifying and balancing toner
Toner is essential for tightening pores and rebalancing pH after cleansing.
Oily skin needs lightweight, slightly astringent formulas, but without alcohol.
🌿 Our favorites:
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Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner — regulates sebum while soothing the skin.
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Toning Toner — purifies and smooths skin texture without irritating.
👉 Discover our purifying tonics
🌸 3️⃣ Use a rebalancing and anti-blemish serum
Korean serums for oily skin are rich in niacinamide , plant extracts and mild acids to control sebum production and prevent blemishes.
💚 To test:
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Beauty of Joseon Calming Serum (Green Tea + Panthenol) — soothes, reduces redness and regulates sebum.
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Anua Peach 70 Niacin Serum — revitalizes and plumps the skin while boosting its natural radiance.
🧖 4️⃣ Moisturize without suffocating the skin
This is an often overlooked step! Even oily skin needs hydration.
A lightweight, non-comedogenic, balancing cream helps regulate sebum production over the long term.
💧 Recommended:
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Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream — moisturizes and repairs without shine.
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COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream — formulated with a high concentration of pure hyaluronic acid.
☀️ 5️⃣ Protect from the sun without a greasy effect
Oily skin hates thick sunscreens.
Luckily, Korean sunscreens are known for their lightweight texture and invisible finish.
🌞 Our bestsellers:
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Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ — hydrating, lightweight, and mattifying.
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COSRX Aloe Soothing Sun Cream SPF50+ — Ultra-fine textured sunscreen serum, perfect under makeup.
👉 See all our sun protection products
🌿 6️⃣ Purifying and hydrating masks (2 to 3 times a week)
To keep your skin clear, there's nothing better than a Korean mask made with purifying and soothing ingredients.
They eliminate excess sebum while maintaining hydration.
💧 To try:
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Axis-Y New Skin Resolution Gel Mask — soothes, hydrates and revitalizes dull, irritated or tired skin.
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Biodance Bio-Collagen Real Deep Mask — deeply hydrates without greasy effect.
💡 In summary
Oily skin needs regulation , not stripping.
A suitable K-beauty routine helps to restore a healthy balance , matte but supple skin , and a fresh complexion all day long .
Discover all the Korean skincare products for oily skin on MisoDerma : lightness, effectiveness and guaranteed radiance 💚
