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Layered Hydration Routine (K-Beauty Method)
Deep hydration using multi-step Korean skincare
The seven-skin method — light, watery layers tapped in one after another. The result is plump, dewy skin without weight.
- Best for
- Tight, flat or dehydrated skin, and dry climates
- Time
- 7 minutes
- Frequency
- Evening daily
- Key actives
- Hyaluronic acid · Polyglutamic acid · Glycerin
The steps
In the order to wear them.
- Step 01
Cleanse
Double-cleanse for a clean base.
- Step 02
First essence
Pat in two to three layers of a watery essence.
- Step 03
Hydrating toner
Two more layers, palms pressed.
- Step 04
Ampoule
Hyaluronic acid or polyglutamic acid.
- Step 05
Gel cream
Seal in the moisture.
How to use it well
- Three well-absorbed layers beat seven rushed ones.
- In dry air, always finish with an occlusive step or the water simply evaporates.
Questions
- What is the seven skin method?
- It is the Korean practice of pressing several thin layers of hydrating toner into the skin in succession, instead of one heavy application.
- Is layered hydration too much for oily skin?
- No, as long as each layer is water-light and the final seal is a gel-cream rather than a balm.