Korean Exfoliating Toners
In Korea, many people prefer a toner with mild acids to a gritty scrub. A Korean exfoliating toner loosens dead skin cells, helps tackle clogged pores and blackheads and leaves your skin smoother, without any scrubbing. The formulas are often combined with soothing extracts so your skin doesn’t dry out. Here you’ll find every exfoliating toner and pad from K-beauty brands.
Korean exfoliating toners: gentle exfoliation the Korean way
AHA, BHA or PHA: which acid should you choose?
- BHA penetrates oil, making it great for blackheads and oily skin, like COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid. Read more about salicylic acid (BHA).
- AHA works on the surface and helps smooth dull, rough skin. The Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA combines both. Read more about glycolic acid (AHA).
- PHA is the mildest acid and suits beginners. The Some By Mi AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner contains all three.
Exfoliating pads
Rather skip the cotton pads? Pads come pre-soaked in toner and make exfoliating extra easy. Favourites include the Medicube Zero Pore Pad 2.0 and the Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad. You’ll find every variety among our Korean toner pads.
Build up slowly
Start two or three times a week and see how your skin reacts. Follow your exfoliating toner with a hydrating toner or serum and always wear Korean SPF during the day, as acids make your skin more sensitive to the sun.
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