How to Choose the Right Beauty Products for Your Skin Type

If you’re looking for Korean beauty products tailored to your skin type, here’s how you can choose the best ones:

1. Identify Your Skin Type & Recommended K-Beauty Ingredients

✅ Oily Skin– Prone to excess oil, shine, and breakouts.

Best Ingredients: Centella Asiatica, Tea Tree, Green Tea, Snail Mucin
Best Brands: COSRX, Some By Mi, Innisfree

✅ Dry Skin – Feels tight, flaky, and rough.

Best Ingredients: Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramides, Panthenol, Squalane
Best Brands: Laneige, Etude House, Isntree

✅ Combination Skin– Oily T-zone, dry cheeks.

Best Ingredients: Niacinamide, Propolis, Fermented Extracts
Best Brands: Beauty of Joseon, Missha, Dr. Jart+

✅ Sensitive Skin – Easily irritated, prone to redness.

Best Ingredients: Centella Asiatica, Mugwort, Cica, Madecassoside
Best Brands: PURITO, Benton, Klairs

✅ Normal Skin– Well-balanced, minimal concerns.

Best Ingredients: Rice Extract, Ginseng, Vitamin C
Best Brands: Sulwhasoo, Beauty of Joseon, Round Lab

2. Best K-Beauty Cleansers

Oily Skin: COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser (controls oil, prevents acne)
Dry Skin: Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Cleanser (gentle and hydrating)
Sensitive Skin: Isntree Mugwort Powder Wash (calms irritation)
Combination Skin: Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser (balances oil & moisture)

3. Best K-Beauty Moisturizers

Oily Skin: COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion
Dry Skin: Etude House SoonJung Hydro Barrier Cream
Sensitive Skin: PURITO Deep Sea Pure Water Cream
Combination Skin: Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream

4. Best K-Beauty Sunscreens

Oily Skin: Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics SPF50+
Dry Skin: Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Sunscreen
Sensitive Skin: Dr. G Green Mild Up Sun+ SPF50+ (mineral sunscreen)
Combination Skin: Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel

5. Best K-Beauty Serums & Treatments

Oily & Acne-Prone Skin: Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum
Dry Skin: The Plant Base Waterfall Moist Balanced Hyaluronic Acid 100
Sensitive Skin: iUNIK Centella Calming Gel Cream
Combination Skin: Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum (Propolis + Niacinamide)

6. Best K-Beauty Makeup

Foundation
Oily Skin: Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream
Dry Skin: Clio Kill Cover Glow Cushion
Sensitive Skin: Etude House Double Lasting Cushion (fragrance-free)
Blush & Highlighter:
Oily Skin: Peripera Ink V Shading (powder)
Dry Skin: 3CE Take A Layer Multi Pot (cream-based)
Lip Care
Dry Lips: Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
Sensitive Lips: Innisfree Canola Honey Lip Balm

7. Patch Test Before Use

Korean skincare is gentle, but if you have sensitive skin, always do a patch test before trying new products.

Would you like me to recommend specific K-Beauty brands available in the UAE for your GlowNGo store?

Skin1004, Anua, and Medicube are excellent Korean skincare brands, each catering to different skin concerns. Here’s a breakdown of their best products based on skin type:

1. SKIN1004 (Best for Sensitive & Acne-Prone Skin)

Known for its Centella Asiatica-based formulas, SKIN1004 focuses on calming, hydrating, and repairing the skin.

⭐ Best SKIN1004 Products:

Oily & Acne-Prone Skin
Madagascar Centella Ampoule – Soothes inflammation & strengthens the skin barrier.
Madagascar Centella Toning Toner – Gently exfoliates & controls excess oil.
Dry & Sensitive Skin:
Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+ – Lightweight sunscreen with hydration.
Madagascar Centella Soothing Cream – Intense hydration & skin barrier repair.
Combination Skin
Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule – Balances oil & tightens pores.

2. ANUA (Best for Hydration & Skin Barrier Repair)

Anua is popular for its mild, fragrance-free, and skin-soothing products, especially featuring Heartleaf (Houttuynia Cordata) for calming inflammation.

⭐ Best ANUA Products:

Oily & Acne-Prone Skin:
Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner – Reduces redness & irritation while controlling oil.
Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil – Gentle yet effective for removing impurities.
Dry & Sensitive Skin:
Heartleaf 80 Moisture Soothing Ampoule – Deep hydration & soothing care.
Heartleaf 77% Soothing Cream – Strengthens the skin barrier without clogging pores.
Combination Skin:
Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam – Balances oil production while keeping skin hydrated.

3. MEDICUBE (Best for Anti-Aging & Acne Treatment)

Medicube specializes in dermatologist-tested, clinical-grade skincare with powerful actives for acne, wrinkles, and pigmentation.

⭐ Best MEDICUBE Products:

Oily & Acne-Prone Skin
Zero Pore Pad 2.0 – Chemical exfoliation to minimize pores & control oil.
Red Acne Body Wash – Treats back & chest acne effectively.
Dry & Mature Skin
Collagen Glow Bubble Serum – Boosts collagen & provides deep hydration.
Super Cica Water-In Serum – Strengthens the skin barrier with Centella Asiatica.
Combination Skin
Zero Pore One-Day Serum – Tightens pores while keeping the skin hydrated.

Which Brand Should You Choose?

✅ For Sensitive & Soothing Care: SKIN1004 & ANUA

✅ For Acne & Pore Control: MEDICUBE & SKIN1004

✅ For Anti-Aging & Firming: MEDICUBE

✅ For Overall Skin Balance & Hydration: ANUA

Would you like recommendations on where to source these brands for GlowNGo.ae in the UAE?