No time for skincare? The 5 easy steps will leave you glowing like a Korean drama star

Women residing in metro cities can barely find time for themselves. Completing a 9-hour shift and then surviving the rush-hour commute leaves their bodies exhausted, making the bed their best friend. But one can’t wake up looking tired and puffy every day before heading to the office. That’s why a minimal skincare routine with great results becomes the only realistic option. If you are one of those women who want naturally radiant skin, just like that of any main character in a hit Korean drama without doing too much, remember, consistency is your key, along with the right products in hand.

Let’s see how you can achieve glass-like skin in just 5 easy steps without spending much time each day.

Step 1: Start with double cleansing

Every skincare routine starts with cleansing, and for a radiant glow, double cleansing your face with an oil-based cleanser and a gentle foaming cleanser is very important. One removes the makeup, sunscreen, and excess sebum without stripping your skin, whereas the other removes the remaining residue inside the pores, which includes dirt, grime, and oil. Clean your face in a circular motion, which gives you a subtle, healthy glow as well.


Step 2: Start the exfoliation process

If you wish to seek that glow, then strip off the layer of dead skin cells that makes your skin look uneven and dull. Opt for a gentle chemical exfoliant like BHA or AHA, and use it twice a week. It will dissolve the dead skin cells without irritating them. This step reveals your brighter skin, but always use soft scrubs to prevent damage, and the upper layer is also a protective barrier. By incorporating this step every day, you will see a refined and even glow.


Step 3: Tone your face with a toner

We usually skip this step and directly apply our serums and creams. Post-cleansing, our skin becomes a little dry. With the help of a toner, you can get a hint of hydration, which also acts as a base for the other products to settle in. Gently move your fingers and give yourself a quick finger massage. This boosts circulation and gives you a radiant glow in a few seconds.

Step 4: Serum for on the go

Thanks to the Korean beauty industry for introducing the world to face serums that work miraculously. Carefully choose the type of serum according to your skin type and texture. But, in the case of that glass skin glow, one must try either vitamin C or niacinamide, which deeply hydrates, plumps, evens out the skin tone, and brightens the skin. Just 2-3 drops can help you a long way. This is a key step for achieving a luminous, glass-like complexion.


Step 5: Moisturiser and sunscreen

This is one of the most important steps, as it includes moisturisation, followed by protection. Opt for a lightweight moisturiser that will keep your skin soft and hydrated, while SPF is mandatory to keep the harmful rays away from your skin. It also prevents dullness, premature ageing, and uneven skin tone. Apply sunscreen during the day, but for the night routine, you can seal the deal with a sleeping mask, which helps in repairing the skin while you rest.