As we age, cell renewal and repair processes slow down. The skin simply can’t function in the same way it used to. The consequences of improper care and lifestyle are visible on the face in the form of wrinkles, puffiness, and age spots. Natural thinning of tissues, reduction of collagen and other structural elements of the skin also contributes to this.

Alas, it is impossible to stop aging. But it is quite possible to return younger-looking skin and slow down aging! First of all it is necessary to build a proper system of care and to conduct obligatory home procedures on a regular basis.

In the Korean system of care there are 10 stages. Among them only 7 are compulsory, two of which – exfoliation and mask application – are performed only once a week. Let us explain each step in more detail.

Step 1: Removing makeup

If you put on makeup even occasionally, in your arsenal must be a special means to remove makeup. Makeup removers, hydrophilic oils, cleansing balms and creams are the only oil-based makeup removers. It is as if they dissolve heavy particles of makeup and remove impurities to the surface. Then all that remains is to wash away the dirt with a foam or gel in the next stage of care.

Step 2: Water Cleansing

The second step is the familiar foams and gels for washing. The composition should foam with wet palms, distribute on the face and rinse. At the same time you can conduct a small massage. Just try to run your hands along the massage lines and do not stretch the skin, so as not to provoke the formation of wrinkles.

Step 3: Exfoliation

Exfoliation is often called exfoliation, but this is not exactly true: the term ‘exfoliation’ means a deeper exfoliation that only a cosmetologist can do. At home, exfoliation is much more gentle.

At this stage, the skin is cleansed of dead particles with the help of peeling pads or acid-based products. The procedure is necessary to free the surface of the skin from the layer of dead cells and accelerate tissue renewal. After exfoliation, the skin is soft and smooth and the complexion is evened out. Regular exfoliation also slows down skin aging and helps reduce wrinkles.

Exfoliate your skin no more than once a week. If you have dry or sensitive skin, exfoliation is recommended only once every two weeks.

Step 4: Toning

Skin should be toned daily after every washing. Running water strongly dries the skin, reduces the level of moisture in the epidermis and contributes to dehydration. Toner helps to quickly make up for the lack of moisture and prevent dryness.

Toners have a liquid or gel texture. The gel format is more suitable for ageing skin as it intensely moisturizes and plumps up wrinkles. However, look first of all at the composition, not the texture.

The toner should be applied by hand without using a cotton pad, regardless of texture. This way the product penetrates deeper into the skin layers and is economical to use.

Step 5: Essence

Korean essences were originally created for additional skin moisturizing. But today they are often used to eliminate specific imperfections: wrinkles, pigmentation, acne, etc. Essences are insanely light in texture and are absorbed in seconds, so the composition should be applied very quickly.

It is recommended for mature skin 30+ to use rejuvenating essences as a course of several times a year. Means can be alternated with serums, which act in the next stage of care.

Step 6: Serum or ampoule

Concentrated serums and ampoules address key issues and quickly restore the skin’s condition. Means are not mandatory, but in the anti-aging care they should be introduced regularly. Serums are applied daily for a month with 4-5 weeks intervals.

Step 7: Facial Mask

Tissue or alginate masks should be used at least once a week. They are applied immediately after the toner or serum: the mask adheres to the skin and helps the components of the previous products to penetrate deeper.

The masks are an excellent express-care product and give an immediate visible effect. With regular use 1-2 times a week the result of the masks is cumulative and lasts for a long time. To restore the skin it is possible to conduct intensive course of masks and use every day for a week or a month.

Also at the 7th stage there are hydrogel eyelid patches: these are the same masks, but they are applied locally.

Step 8: Emulsion

This emulsion is similar in texture and function to a cream, but lighter. It can be used as a supplemental skin care product or instead of a cream. Emulsions are especially recommended for women with oily and sensitive skin who are uncomfortable with dense creams.

Step 9: Eye cream

The area around the eyes ages faster than the rest of the face. This area is very thin and prone to dryness regardless of the main skin type. Therefore, the skin around the eyes requires special care. Special eye creams are designed with the peculiarities of this delicate area in mind, protecting it from premature aging and reducing existing wrinkles.

Step 10: Face cream

At the end of care, all means must be overlaid with a cream. The cream protects the skin from external irritants and retains moisture in the cells. Also, depending on the formulation, the cream helps to combat specific skin imperfections.

Once a week, you can use an overnight mask instead of a cream in your evening grooming. Such masks resemble a cream, but denser and more concentrated. The night mask is applied 15-30 minutes before bedtime and is only washed off in the morning.

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