The Ritual, Unfolded
In Korea, skincare isn’t just a routine — it’s a quiet ritual. Rooted in intention, layered in nourishment, and elevated through consistency, it reflects a beauty philosophy that values care over correction.
At Seoul and Beyond, we bring you time-honored essentials — thoughtfully chosen, directly from Seoul — so you can create your own ritual with clarity and confidence.
Step 1: Oil Cleanser
Start by dissolving the day — makeup, SPF, and buildup — with an oil-based cleanser that respects your skin’s barrier.
Try: Banila Co Clean It Zero
Step 2: Water-Based Cleanser
Follow with a gentle gel or foam cleanser for a complete, balanced cleanse.
Try: Some By Mi AHA BHA Cleanser
Step 3: Exfoliate (2–3x weekly)
Refine texture, renew radiance. A mild chemical exfoliant smooths while staying kind to skin.
Try: COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid
Step 4: Toner
Replenish and rebalance. A toner preps the skin to drink in what follows.
Try: Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Toner
Step 5: Essence
The soul of Korean skincare — light, hydrating, and quietly transformative.
Try: Missha Time Revolution First Essence
Step 6: Serum or Ampoule
Target what matters most — clarity, tone, calm. Your skin’s needs, distilled.
Try: Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum
Step 7: Sheet Mask (2–3x weekly, optional)
A moment of stillness, a surge of hydration. Pressed cloth, potent formula, instant glow.
Try: Mediheal NMF Aquaring Mask
Step 8: Eye Cream
Delicate care for the most delicate area. Brighten, smooth, and hydrate.
Try: Innisfree Green Tea Eye Cream
Step 9: Moisturizer
Seal in moisture, soften the skin, and restore calm.
Try: Laneige Water Bank Moisture Cream
Step 10: Sunscreen (AM only)
The final — and most essential — step. Daily SPF is the quiet hero of every ritual.
Try: Thank You Farmer Sun Project SPF50+
Begin Where You Are
Your ritual doesn’t have to be ten steps — it just has to be yours. Start with a cleanser, a moisturizer, and sunscreen. Add as your skin evolves.
At Seoul and Beyond, we curate products that align with a slower, more thoughtful beauty — skincare that feels as good as it works.
