By Meena
This J-Beauty trend involves first using an oil-based cleanser to remove makeup and impurities, followed by a water-based cleanser to cleanse the skin.
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Not to be confused with a western-style lotion, J-Beauty lotions are watery toners soaked into a cotton pad or sheet mask, which are then left on the face for a few minutes for deeply hydrated skin.
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Layering skincare products, starting from the lightest to the heaviest, allows for maximum absorption and deep hydration.
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J-Beauty focuses on natural and traditional ingredients like green tea, rice, seaweed, and sake which have proven skincare benefits.
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Regular facial massages with tools like jade rollers or just your fingers increase blood circulation and can help with lymphatic drainage, leading to healthier and brighter skin.
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Sunscreen is an essential part of the J-Beauty routine, applied every day, rain or shine, to protect skin from harmful UV rays and prevent premature ageing.
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Not to be mistaken for skin whitening, this is about achieving a natural and healthy glow using vitamin C, licorice root, and kojic acid.
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This trend prioritizes a healthy skincare routine over heavy makeup. The goal is to make skin so healthy that it requires minimal makeup.
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Rather than a lengthy, complicated routine, J-Beauty encourages a minimalist approach, focusing on a few effective products to maintain a healthy skin barrier.
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Fermented ingredients like sake, rice, and soy have high antioxidant levels and can be more easily absorbed into the skin.
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