7 Korean women living in Singapore spill their secrets to porcelain skin

MF editorial team 24 May 2016 updated the 26 May 2016 à 21:11

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Sophie Yun, 32
How do you keep your skin looking radiant and fair?

“Unlike Korea, Singapore will always have summer weather, so I must put on whitening cosmetics and sunscreen all day. Also, I try to use moisturising masks three times a week to tighten my pores and keep my skin radiant.”
What is the most important thing you look for in a skincare product?
“Personally, my interests are whitening and anti-wrinkle products for over-30s. Of course, the moisturising factor is always a must!”
What is your morning and evening skincare routine like?
“I do three things to my face: supply moisture, remove dead skin cells through cleansing, and self-massage. I call it the "3-3-3 law”. In the morning, I put whitening toner, moisture cream and sunscreen with BB or CC cream on my face. In the evening, I just apply moisturiser or vitamin cream after a thorough cleansing. Finally, I do a self-face massage before going to bed.”
What are some tips that you can give to our readers on keeping Asian skin nice and healthy?
“Sometimes, our skin needs rest for regeneration. Applying too much product is not good. Let your skin breathe and keep it basic!"
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Jieun Lee, 31
How do you keep your skin looking radiant and fair?

"I'm focused on pore care and radiance nowadays, so I drink plenty of water and eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. I drink green smoothies for breakfast and I follow a pescatarian diet. Most importantly, I use a facial sunscreen during the day!"
What are some tips that you can give to our readers on keeping Asian skin nice and healthy?
"Drink plenty of water every day and work out. Exercise until you sweat to detox your skin. I also recommend using the same product for a few months before you try new ones. I believe your skin requires time to adjust to products each time."
Has your skincare routine changed since moving to Singapore?
"In the humid Singapore weather, there's no way for me to keep the same number of steps in my skincare routine than in Korea, so I use a minimum number products, but I select ones that are highly effective and deeply moisturising."
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Amanda Kim, 29
How do you keep your skin looking radiant and fair?

"I always use sunblock every morning and afternoon. UV protection is the most important step for anti-aging and anti-pigmentation."
What is the most important thing you look for in a skincare product?

"Whitening and moisturising."
What is your morning and evening skincare routine like?
"In the morning, I usually concentrate on moisturising with a gel-type lotion for a light base before makeup. For night care, after showering, I apply cool aloe gel to refresh my skin. After that, I use whitening and moisturising creams. One of my favourite Korean products is Bichup Ja Yoon Cream from The History of Whoo."
Has your skincare routine changed since moving to Singapore?
"Yes, I apply more whitening products now to prevent blemishes. I like to use products with vitamin C."
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Yoon Cho, 25
What is the most important thing you look for in a skincare product?

"Ingredients. Skincare products are basically like food for my skin so I make sure I use a lot of natural ingredients."
What is your morning and evening skincare routine like?
"It’s simple: foam cleanser, toner, lotion and sunblock in the morning, and in the evening it’s the same except for the sunblock."
What are some tips that you can give to our readers on keeping Asian skin nice and healthy?
"Always, always, always remember to cleanse and moisturise! Sometimes, after a long day, it can get a little tedious, but be consistant!"
Has your skincare routine changed since moving to Singapore?
"Initially, I did experience a bit of acne problems because I didn’t realise how humid it was. In such a tropical city, it is not necessary to use heavy creams. So, I simply got rid of the last step of my routine and realised that lotion itself is good enough to keep my face looking fresh and healthy!"
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Jenifer Lee, 31
How do you keep your skin looking radiant and fair?

"Keeping it cool with mist spray during the day and wearing sunblock every morning before going out. But most importantly, I use whitening and moisture creams from The History of Whoo to keep my skin bright and white under the equator. Actually, I am a great fan of Whoo products."
What is the most important thing you look for in a skincare product?

"It should be mild and not irritating."
What are some tips that you can give to our readers on keeping Asian skin nice and healthy?
"Retain your skin's health with basic skincare products. Eat healthy foods and always stay positive."
Has your skincare routine changed since moving to Singapore?
"Yes, I became interested in whitening/brightening skincare lines and UV protection products."
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Nara Lee, 25
How do you keep your skin looking radiant and fair?

“I always make sure that my skin isn't dry. Once it starts to get dry I would put on moisturiser and use less makeup as makeup tends to dehydrate my skin.”
What is the most important thing you look for in a skincare product?
“Texture and scent is the deciding factor for me. Normally I prefer a thick texture.”
What is your morning and evening skincare routine like?
“In the morning, I don't use any soap or foaming cleansers. I only wash my face with water. Then, I apply a bit of moisturiser and sunblock. At night, I remove my makeup as soon as I get home. Firstly, I use an oil cleanser, then I use a pore cleanser and lastly, I use a foaming cleanser."
What are some tips that you can give to our readers on keeping Asian skin nice and healthy?
“Make sure that you always moisturise your skin and keep it clean at all times. Identify your skin type. Is it oily or dry? Different skin types require different products.”
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Jihyun Bae, 25
How do you keep your skin looking radiant and fair?

"I put a lot of effort into removing makeup at the end of the day so that my skin can breathe."
What is the most important thing you look for in a skincare product?

"Moisturising and firming."
Has your skincare routine changed since moving to Singapore?
"I started skipping more steps on moisturising my skin. Singapore's weather prevents me from having dry skin! But it is still a must to apply at least some moisturising product since I spend most of my time in air-conditioned places."

Korean women take their daily skincare routine seriously – perhaps we should be taking a leaf out of their books.

Even if you aren’t a skin expert, it isn’t hard to see that most Korean women have dewy, luminous and almost translucent skin. Their creamy porcelain complexion begs the question: how is it possible to maintain such fair skin that is completely free of pigmentation and dark spots? Well, the key is in the skincare routine – and a proper skincare routine with all the right products and techniques can truly make all the difference in the world.

The History of Whoo is no stranger to prestige skincare. Their range of Gongjinhyang: Seol whitening skincare products, such as the Radiant White Intensive Spot Corrector and the Radiant White Eye Serum, all contain a blend of potent active ingredients specially formulated to bring about a brighter look and whiter skin. With the beneficial properties of Wild Chrysanthemum to inhibit the first signs of melanin synthesis, as well as more than a dozen other oriental herbs to improve skin tone, The History of Whoo offers users an easy way to achieve flawlessly fair skin the Korean way.

As important and intrinsic to skincare routines as they are, whitening products are just the tip of the iceberg for Korean women. From rejuvenating face masks to frequent use of sunblock, facial massages to hydrating night creams, these ladies go to enviable lengths to attain milky skin. Want to know the skin secrets of Korean women living in Singapore? We’ve interviewed a handful of them to find out more about their skincare routine and exactly what it is they do to achieve their pale and perfect features.

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This post was sponsored by The History of Whoo. The History of Whoo is available at TANGS, Tang Plaza, Level 1.

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