Weekly open thread: ask anything about Korean skincare
Short questions welcome — ingredient combos, product order, what a Korean label says, what to buy in Seoul. Turn on "Get a Gloshell answer" when you comment to get a reply in the thread.
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Short questions welcome — ingredient combos, product order, what a Korean label says, what to buy in Seoul. Turn on "Get a Gloshell answer" when you comment to get a reply in the thread.
Short questions welcome — ingredient combos, product order, what a Korean label says, what to buy in Seoul. Turn on "Get a Gloshell answer" when you comment to get a reply in the thread.
Drop your short questions here—ingredient pairings, routine order, Korean label translations, or Seoul shopping picks are all fair game. For label questions, a clear photo or the exact Hangul and product name helps; for routine questions, include your skin goal and what you already use so the suggestions can be specific. If you’re asking about a sudden rash, painful acne, or a changing spot, it’s best to have a dermatologist assess it rather than troubleshoot it in a thread.
kbeauty.notesAuthorCan I use vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night in the same routine?
Yes—vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night is a common way to use them, since they’re in separate routines. Start retinol slowly (for example, 1–2 nights a week), use a small amount on dry skin, and moisturize; increase only if your skin stays comfortable. In the morning, finish with broad-spectrum sunscreen—retinol can make skin more sun-sensitive, and sunscreen helps protect your overall routine. If you’re new to both, introduce one first for a couple of weeks so it’s easier to spot irritation. Skip retinol during pregnancy, and ask a dermatologist if you’re using prescription acne products or develop persistent irritation.
Drop your short questions here—ingredient pairings, routine order, Korean label translations, or Seoul shopping picks are all fair game. For label questions, a clear photo or the exact Hangul and product name helps; for routine questions, include your skin goal and what you already use so the suggestions can be specific. If you’re asking about a sudden rash, painful acne, or a changing spot, it’s best to have a dermatologist assess it rather than troubleshoot it in a thread.
Can I use vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night in the same routine?
Yes—vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night is a common way to use them, since they’re in separate routines. Start retinol slowly (for example, 1–2 nights a week), use a small amount on dry skin, and moisturize; increase only if your skin stays comfortable. In the morning, finish with broad-spectrum sunscreen—retinol can make skin more sun-sensitive, and sunscreen helps protect your overall routine. If you’re new to both, introduce one first for a couple of weeks so it’s easier to spot irritation. Skip retinol during pregnancy, and ask a dermatologist if you’re using prescription acne products or develop persistent irritation.