Things can get quite overwhelming when you are a beginner because you might see slogans like a ten-step skincare routine. To be honest, no one can defeat the "ten-step skincare routine" of Koreans but guess what you do not need all these products to have nice skin.

It is not always about how long or how expensive your routine is because your daily habits also maters. You can indeed maximize the effect of your basic routine to get the most out of your products. Here are some tips that might help you.

1. Good diet matters

The health of your skin depends on the health of your body. Make sure you are taking all the essential nutrients and hydrating your skin inside out.

2. Determine your skin type

If you do not know your skin type, you should better figure it out. It will save you a lot of trouble and will help you choose the right products for your skin. Because not every product can work for all skin types until it say so.

3. Moisturizer on damp face

I know it sounds like a lot of work but trust me that extra five minutes you will spend massaging your face to absorb the moisturizer are worth it. Moisturizers contain humectants that pull in all the available water in the surroundings to hydrate your skin. So make sure to apply your moisturizer to your damp face to maximize the hydrating effect.

4. Exfoliate

Exfoliation is a double edge sword. If done the right way and with the right products, it will change your skin game but if you over-exfoliate you will damage your skin barrier. So, make sure to not exfoliate more than 2-3 times a week with a gentle exfoliator.

5. Consistency is the key

Skincare is not a magic wand and it cannot solve all your problems overnight or even in a week. You need to give every product its required time to do the magic. For example, if you are using something with vitamin c then you should use it consistently for at least three weeks before passing judgment.

6. Do not make a cocktail

Avoid using too many products at once. Keep your skincare routine as simple as you can in the beginning because the simpler the better.

7.  SPF

I am pretty sure you might have seen Korean celebrities who are old but still look so young and have perfect skin. Do you want to know their secret? It is sunscreen. So, never ever skip your sunscreen. Just because you cannot feel the sun on your skin does not mean you are safe from U.V rays. U.V index is pretty much the same in winter and on cloudy days as it is in summer. So do not risk all the efforts you have been putting into your skin.

8. Cleanse for at least a minute or more

I cleanse my face for at least 2-3 minutes. I know, it sounds like a lot. But guess what, it is not. Take your time to cleanse your face thoroughly to ensure you have perfect clean skin to proceed with your skincare.

9. Do your research

Do not just impulsively buy something because you see other influencers talk about it. What works for them might not work for you. So, always do your research before buying something. Watch out for ingredients that might irritate your skin and other aspects of the product such as the skin type it is recommended for.

10. Give it some time

After you slather yourself with your skincare, you might not want to risk it by letting it all absorb in your pillowcase. Make sure you are done with your nighttime skincare at least one hour before you sleep. It will ensure that all the goodness has been absorbed into your skin.

Conclusion

Your daily habits matter more than you think. If you fall into the rhythm of certain habits, it will surely change your skin game.