The 7 mistakes to avoid in your skincare routine

Adopting an effective skincare routine isn't just about stocking up on the right products: it's also about avoiding mistakes that can negate their benefits. Even with Korean skincare known for its gentleness, some bad habits persist. Here are the 7 most common skincare mistakes , and how to get rid of them with a balanced and thoughtful kbeauty routine.

1. Overcleansing your skin

Cleansing your skin is essential for removing excess oil, impurities, and pollution. However, cleansing too frequently or too aggressively can do more harm than good. Using a foaming cleanser containing sulfates or washing your face more than twice a day can:

• disrupt the skin's natural pH,
• weaken the hydrolipidic barrier,
• cause overproduction of sebum.

Over time, this can lead to dehydration, pimples and a dull complexion.

🔸 Do: Opt for a gentle double cleanse , like the Korean method suggests. Start with a light oil, then apply a gentle, low-pH cleanser like Cosrx 's Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser . This duo gently cleanses and perfectly prepares skin for treatment.

2. Neglecting sun protection

One of the foundations of the Korean skincare routine is prevention, and this includes daily sun protection . UV rays are responsible for 80% of premature skin aging. They penetrate clouds and windows and cause:

• wrinkles and loss of firmness,
• pigment spots,
• worsening of inflammation (such as acne or rosacea).

Not wearing sunscreen sabotages the benefits of the care applied beforehand.

🔸 Do: Choose a Korean sunscreen with SPF50+ PA++++ for maximum protection. Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Cream is an excellent choice: its fluid, hydrating texture is perfect for combination to oily skin.

3. Multiply the powerful active ingredients in your skincare routine

Active ingredients like retinol, AHA/BHA, vitamin C, and peptides are highly effective, but misusing them can sensitize the skin. Many people layer these products without considering their concentration, causing:

• redness,
• irritations,
• unexpected skin reactions.

🔸 Do: Introduce active ingredients gradually . Start with a low concentration, use them in the evening, and avoid risky combinations (like retinol + AHA/BHA in the same evening). Kbeauty recommends observing your skin and adjusting the frequency based on your tolerance.

4. Skipping the hydration step

Even oily or acne-prone skin needs hydration. Skipping this step can create an imbalance : the skin starts producing even more sebum to compensate, which worsens blemishes.

🔸 Do: Use a lightweight moisturizer made with soothing and regulating ingredients. Beauty of Joseon's Dynasty Cream , enriched with rice, ginseng, and niacinamide, provides comfort and radiance without clogging pores. Moisturizing is also essential to optimize the absorption of other skincare products and maintain plump skin.

5. Changing your skincare routine too often

It takes time for a treatment to work. Constantly switching products makes it difficult to identify what works and what doesn't, and can confuse your skin.

🔸 Do: Introduce a new product every 3 to 4 weeks to measure its impact. Following a consistent routine allows the skin to adapt and respond positively to the active ingredients. Patience is key in the kbeauty approach, which aims for gradual transformation.

6. Applying your treatments in the wrong order

The effectiveness of a treatment also depends on when it's applied. A serum applied after a cream doesn't penetrate as well. Reversing the steps can reduce or even eliminate the expected benefits.

🔸 To do: follow the logic from the most fluid to the richest . Here is the ideal order:

1. Toner
2. Essence
3. Serum
4. Cream
5. SPF (morning only)

The correct order ensures better absorption and maximizes the benefits of the active ingredients.

7. Forgetting your skin type

A popular product may not be right for your skin . Using a product that's too rich on oily skin, or too light on dry skin, often leads to disappointment and imbalance.

🔸 To do: Learn to identify your skin type (oily, dry, combination, sensitive). To help you, take our skincare quiz to get a personalized kbeauty routine , with products adapted to your needs.

Regularity and gentleness above all

The beauty of an effective skincare routine isn't just about the products you use, but how you apply them and how you listen to your skin . By avoiding these common mistakes, you'll create an environment conducive to repair, radiance, and balance.

Kbeauty teaches that every skin has a rhythm. There's no point in rushing things: consistency, gentleness, and the judicious choice of appropriate skincare products yield the best long-term results. That's why Korean routines favor respectful textures, natural ingredients, and precise gestures. Don't hesitate to inform yourself, educate yourself, and consult the resources available on our website beautylau.fr to make your routine a true moment of well-being, day after day.