30 Must-Have Korean Beauty Products That Will Become Staple Items In Your Routine

1. This TirTir cushion foundation caused quite a stir in the TikTok beauty scene. Offering an impressive 72-hour flawless finish, it effortlessly conceals redness, imperfections, and puffiness. With buildable coverage, it allows for either a natural appearance or a bold glam look. Infused with hibiscus and red propolis extracts, it boosts skin elasticity, and the oval-shaped puff ensures perfect application, reaching every contour of your face.

2. The Face Shop's gentle facial foaming cleanser is perfect for those with skin more delicate than a toddler at nap time. Just a small amount creates a luxurious lather that cleanses your face effortlessly, without causing irritation or dryness. It’s also infused with rice water, which works wonders for brightening your complexion.

3. If you're after a lip product that’s neither too sticky nor too thick but still delivers a subtle burst of color, the Nooni tinted appleberry lip oil is for you. Not only does it provide a gorgeous tint, but it’s also wonderfully hydrating for dry, chapped lips.

4. The Laneige water sleeping mask is so hydrating, one reviewer dubs it a "hydration volcano." Infused with squalane and a probiotic-derived complex, it provides deep moisture without the greasy, heavy feeling. On top of that, it strengthens your skin’s moisture barrier, giving your complexion a brighter, more radiant glow.

5. Also from Laneige: A glowy lip balm that instantly enhances your makeup look, whether you’re aiming for a fresh daytime style or a bold evening allure — or wear it solo for its stunning high-shine finish. The texture is silky smooth, lightweight, and *not* sticky, giving you the feeling of pure lip balm bliss.

6. A jar of Anua heartleaf daily toner pads infused with PHA to gently exfoliate and remove dead skin cells, while also helping to minimize blackheads, whiteheads, and breakouts. The heartleaf extract calms and hydrates the skin, leaving it with a glowing complexion.

7. Torriden hyaluronic acid serum — a potent HA formula designed to absorb quickly and penetrate deep into the skin, providing a powerful dose of moisture. With its lightweight, watery texture, this serum works to maintain essential hydration and keep your skin plump and smooth without any greasy residue.

8. A SeoulCeuticals toner mist crafted with 98% naturally derived ingredients, including cooling cucumber, antioxidant-rich green tea, tamarind, calming aloe, and revitalizing marine minerals for a perfect burst of dewy radiance. This powerful mist not only hydrates and plumps your skin but also targets blemishes, helping to keep those troublesome breakouts at bay.

9. A hydrating hair serum ready to give your hair the deep moisture and nourishment it's been longing for. This luxurious blend features seven powerful oils: argan, olive, coconut, apricot, marula, jojoba, and camellia. Reviewers swear by its ability to tackle dryness and brittleness, plus they rave about the delightful fragrance!

10. An Innisfree daily UV defense sunscreen that reviewers call their "holy grail" for sun protection. With SPF 36, it's perfect for everyday wear. It’s packed with green tea for hydration, cica to calm redness and irritation, and sunflower seed oil to nourish the skin. The best part? It gives your skin a radiant glow with no white cast whatsoever.

11. A Beauty of Joseon eye serum to banish those tired under-eye bags. Infused with ginseng, retinol, and niacinamide, it helps to smooth out wrinkles, boost skin elasticity, and brighten your complexion, leaving you with a radiant glow.

12. The viral Cosrx snail mucin power essence formulated with 96.3% snail secretion, offering a lightweight yet deeply hydrating formula suitable for all skin types. This serum provides a lovely glow and smooths your skin with just a few uses — no surprise it’s earned over 70,000 five-star reviews!

13. Etude 2x barrier intensive cream designed to strengthen your skin’s barrier, helping it retain moisture and better protect itself. Infused with hydrating shea butter, this cream leaves your skin feeling soft and moisturized. Reviewers particularly love its smooth texture and fast absorption!

14. A Some by Mi Miracle toner that many reviewers claim helped clear their acne-prone skin. This toner includes tea tree extract and AHA/BHA to exfoliate and enhance the skin's texture.

15. Mixsoon Bean Essence that hydrates and exfoliates your skin simultaneously. 🤯 This rich yet non-sticky essence is packed with natural ingredients like fermented bean, barley, and pomegranate to help remove dead skin cells and rejuvenate your skin tone.

16. A bottle of Ma:nyo cleansing oil designed to effortlessly dissolve makeup, sunscreen, and excess sebum that causes clogged pores and blackheads. Crafted with a rich blend of vitamin E-packed argan oil and 14 other plant-based oils, it provides a deep cleanse while maintaining your skin's moisture and pH balance.

17. A bottle of Anua 10% niacinamide serum featuring 4% tranexamic acid and 2% arbutin, combining to brighten dull skin. It hydrates, soothes, and strengthens your skin barrier, leaving your skin feeling soft and plump. Additionally, it reduces the appearance of pores, fades dark spots, and evens out skin tone!

18. A light and silky Touch in Sol No Poreblem primer that gives your makeup base a flawlessly smooth finish. If you struggle with dry patches or flaky skin that ruins your look, this ultra-hydrating primer is your new best friend. Plus, it's brilliant at minimizing the look of blemishes, spots, and pores. And as proof, just take a look at the orange below!

19. A TikTok-famous overnight collagen mask that begins as a milky hydrogel and gradually becomes clear as it works its magic on your skin. Packed with three types of probiotics, low-molecular collagen, and hyaluronic acid, this mask penetrates deeply to boost elasticity, minimize pores, smooth fine lines, and more. It’s perfect for wearing overnight or leaving on for 3-4 hours during the day!

20. The Etude eyebrow pencil comes with a brow wand on the other end for smooth blending. Its unique triangle shape holds a blend of powder, wax, and oil, delivering lasting color with a natural finish that’s effortlessly chic. Perfect for filling in sparse spots or reshaping your brows altogether!

21. This fantastic enzyme peel powder works as both a cleanser and an exfoliator. Its powder-to-foam formula is packed with green tea enzymes that gently clear out debris from your pores without any harsh abrasives. Plus, it’s infused with hyaluronic acid to keep your skin hydrated, leaving it smooth and plump.

22. Introducing the multi-functional Kahi Wrinkle Bounce Hydrating Multi-Balm, designed to nourish the dry spots on your face and body that need some extra TLC. Enriched with collagen and a naturally fermented oil from Jeju Island, this balm offers a comforting moisture boost for up to 48 hours, with a lifting effect to rejuvenate your skin.

23. Introducing Anua Heartleaf Deep Cleansing Foam, a cleanser that penetrates deeply into your pores, gently removing dirt, impurities, and dead skin. The star ingredient, heartleaf extract, works wonders to calm your skin, reduce inflammation, and leave you with a smooth, soothed complexion long after you've rinsed it off.

24. Rael Beauty's Miracle Patch is designed to draw out impurities (yes, we mean the pus) from your pimples. With ultra-thin edges that seamlessly blend into your skin, these patches are perfect for when you need to banish acne without anyone noticing you're wearing them. Ideal for those times when you need a little acne-fighting magic on the go!

25. Skin1004's Centella Ampoule — a potent formula made from the purest Madagascar Centella Asiatica extract. Known for its powerful soothing, calming, and hydrating properties, this ampoule is a perfect match for sensitive skin. Its slightly acidic nature helps maintain your skin's optimal pH balance, keeping it happy and healthy.

26. A Beauty of Joseon Serum, the ultimate secret to achieving smooth, glass-like skin. This honey-textured serum blends propolis and niacinamide to regulate sebum production, reduce pore visibility, and correct skin discoloration.

27. A calming toner crafted with heartleaf extract, sustainably harvested in Korea. This toner not only hydrates and clarifies your skin but also avoids irritating ingredients. It enhances the absorption of other serums and moisturizers, ensuring you make the most of your skincare routine — it's like a personal assistant for your beauty products.

28. A Goami Rice Toner designed to provide extra hydration, particularly beneficial in dry climates. This toner not only hydrates but also delivers a beautiful radiant glow while fortifying the skin’s moisture barrier.

29. A dark spot correcting serum enriched with 5% niacinamide, papaya extract, and plant-based squalane to target hyperpigmentation, promoting a more even skin tone and radiance.

30. The Sulwhasoo activating serum, enriched with ginseng, a treasured element in Korean skincare. This serum fortifies the skin’s natural barrier, especially after cleansing, while preparing the skin to absorb subsequent products more effectively. It also helps smooth and hydrate dry patches, leaving skin firm and glowing with vitality.