With the cooler months upon us comes the onslaught of stubbornly dry and flaky skin. Exfoliating isn’t enough! Pack your routine with humectants—superstar ingredients which dutifully retain moisture into skin—like hyaluronic acid and collagen. These cult-fave products will give you selfie-perfect, chok chok skin in no time!
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DEAR, KLAIRS Supple Preparation Facial Toner, P880, BeautyMNL
The über viscous toner is every Korean’s must-have; it’s the most wishlisted product on a ton of K-Beauty sites! You best believe it leaves your skin feeling ultra nourished and hydrated.
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HUMAN NATURE Hydrating Face Toner, P185, Watsons
An affordable but equally effective option is a local pick from Human Nature. This alcohol-free, lightweight toner prepares skin for all the other steps. Double the layer, or even slather it on your face seven times!
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COSRX One-Step Moisture Up Pads, P900, BeautyMNL
The pre-soaked, double-sided pads from COSRX—packed with propolis extract—provide gentle exfoliation and mild cleansing. Bring them along on your next trip; they’re super travel-friendly!
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COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Hydra Power Essence, P850, BeautyMNL
The heart of the infamous Korean 10-Step Routine is the essence. Packed with hyaluronic acid, this penetrates deep into skin—preventing water loss—to provide long-lasting moisture.
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MISSHA Time Revolution First Treatment Essence, P1520, Althea
If you live for that honey skin life, Missha’s Time Revolution First Treatment Essence is a great addition to your routine. The comparable dupe to SK-II’s Facial Treatment Essence gives you over-all glowy skin. With fermented ingredients, it speeds up skin’s turnover cycle while refining texture.
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ST. IVES Timeless Skin Collagen Elastin Moisturizer, P249, Watsons
If you’re on a budget, this drugstore moisturizer is a godsend for dry skin. It’s so good that you can feel your face tightening after every use—hello, collagen!
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THE FACE SHOP Jeju Aloe 99% Fresh Soothing Gel, P195, The Face Shop
Aloe Vera Gel is a miracle worker! Use this multi-purpose product as a moisturizer or sleeping mask producing the smoothest canvas overnight.
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LEADERS INSOLUTION Amino Moisture Mask, P151, Sephora.ph
A sheet mask is a foolproof way to pack nourishment into your skin. Don’t forget to use up the leftover essence on your neck and arms!
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PIXI BY PETRA Hydrating Milky Mist, P925, Sephora.ph
There’s nothing more rejuvenating than a facial mist! Spray this before makeup application and midday to give your skin much needed hydration.
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