Kulletin

Skin concern

Oily & Acne-Prone

Managing oily and breakout-prone skin requires a delicate balance of deep cleansing and lightweight hydration. Korean skincare focuses on removing excess surface oil while supporting the skin barrier to keep your complexion feeling calm and clear.

What to look for

Centella Asiatica to soothe the feel of rednessBHA or Salicylic Acid to help clear the look of poresTea Tree Oil to clarify the skin surfaceNiacinamide to help balance oil production and brighten toneLightweight, water-based gel textures

Best-reviewed picks for oily & acne-prone

medicube medicube Toner Pads Zero Pore Pad 2.0

medicube

medicube Toner Pads Zero Pore Pad 2.0

4.9

medicube

medicube Toner Pads Zero Pore Pad 2.0

ANUA Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil, Pore Cleanser, Sebum Care, Gentle Melting Oil Cleanser for Face, Safe For All

ANUA

Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil, Pore Cleanser, Sebum Care, Gentle Melting Oil Cleanser for Face, Safe For All

4.9

ANUA

Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil, Pore Cleanser, Sebum Care, Gentle Melting Oil Cleanser for Face, Safe For All

ANUA Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum, Facial Serum for Blemish-Prone & Oily-Prone Skin, Lightweight & Hy

ANUA

Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum, Facial Serum for Blemish-Prone & Oily-Prone Skin, Lightweight & Hy

4.9

ANUA

Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum, Facial Serum for Blemish-Prone & Oily-Prone Skin, Lightweight & Hy

VT COSMETICS VT COSMETICS CICA Reedle Shot 700, Spicule Microneedling Serum for Pore Care&Exfoliation, Exosome&Centella Asiatica for

VT COSMETICS

VT COSMETICS CICA Reedle Shot 700, Spicule Microneedling Serum for Pore Care&Exfoliation, Exosome&Centella Asiatica for

4.8

VT COSMETICS

VT COSMETICS CICA Reedle Shot 700, Spicule Microneedling Serum for Pore Care&Exfoliation, Exosome&Centella Asiatica for

VT COSMETICS VT COSMETICS CICA Reedle Shot 100, Spicule Microneedling Serum for Pore Care & Exfoliation, Exosome, Centella Asiatica f

VT COSMETICS

VT COSMETICS CICA Reedle Shot 100, Spicule Microneedling Serum for Pore Care & Exfoliation, Exosome, Centella Asiatica f

4.8

VT COSMETICS

VT COSMETICS CICA Reedle Shot 100, Spicule Microneedling Serum for Pore Care & Exfoliation, Exosome, Centella Asiatica f

Beauty of Joseon Beauty of Joseon Revive Snail Mucin Ginseng Serum Hydrating Peptide Facial Moisturizer Dark Spot Acne Scar Remover for S

Beauty of Joseon

Beauty of Joseon Revive Snail Mucin Ginseng Serum Hydrating Peptide Facial Moisturizer Dark Spot Acne Scar Remover for S

4.8

Beauty of Joseon

Beauty of Joseon Revive Snail Mucin Ginseng Serum Hydrating Peptide Facial Moisturizer Dark Spot Acne Scar Remover for S

SOME BY MI SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner – 5.07oz, 150ml – Korean Refining Face Toner for All Skin Types – Daily Por

SOME BY MI

SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner – 5.07oz, 150ml – Korean Refining Face Toner for All Skin Types – Daily Por

4.8

SOME BY MI

SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner – 5.07oz, 150ml – Korean Refining Face Toner for All Skin Types – Daily Por

MEDIHEAL MEDIHEAL Madecassoside Blemish Care Toner Pad

MEDIHEAL

MEDIHEAL Madecassoside Blemish Care Toner Pad

4.8

MEDIHEAL

MEDIHEAL Madecassoside Blemish Care Toner Pad

COSRX COSRX Acne Pimple Patches Absorbing Hydrocolloid Original 3 Size Patches for Blemishes and Zits Cover, Absorbs Zits & Bl

COSRX

COSRX Acne Pimple Patches Absorbing Hydrocolloid Original 3 Size Patches for Blemishes and Zits Cover, Absorbs Zits & Bl

4.8

COSRX

COSRX Acne Pimple Patches Absorbing Hydrocolloid Original 3 Size Patches for Blemishes and Zits Cover, Absorbs Zits & Bl

SOME BY MI SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam – 3.38oz, 100ml – Korean Acne Face Wash for Smooth & Clear Skin –

SOME BY MI

SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam – 3.38oz, 100ml – Korean Acne Face Wash for Smooth & Clear Skin –

4.8

SOME BY MI

SOME BY MI AHA BHA PHA 30 Days Miracle Acne Clear Foam – 3.38oz, 100ml – Korean Acne Face Wash for Smooth & Clear Skin –

ANUA Anua Niacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum, Dark Spot Care, Hyaluronic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Lightweight & Hydrating All-in-One

ANUA

Anua Niacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum, Dark Spot Care, Hyaluronic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Lightweight & Hydrating All-in-One

4.8

ANUA

Anua Niacinamide 10 + TXA 4 Serum, Dark Spot Care, Hyaluronic Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Lightweight & Hydrating All-in-One

ROUND LAB ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Toner 6.76 Fl Oz, Oil Control and Reduces Excess Sebum, Gentle Exfoliating Facial Toner, Deep Sea W

ROUND LAB

ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Toner 6.76 Fl Oz, Oil Control and Reduces Excess Sebum, Gentle Exfoliating Facial Toner, Deep Sea W

4.8

ROUND LAB

ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Toner 6.76 Fl Oz, Oil Control and Reduces Excess Sebum, Gentle Exfoliating Facial Toner, Deep Sea W

A simple routine

  1. 1Oil-based cleanser to dissolve surface sebum
  2. 2Low-pH water-based cleanser to remove impurities
  3. 3Exfoliating toner with BHA to refine skin texture
  4. 4Lightweight essence to provide oil-free hydration
  5. 5Gel-cream moisturizer to support barrier health without heaviness

Avoid

Steer clear of heavy, occlusive oils and thick creams that may feel suffocating or clog the look of pores.

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