If you know me, you know I love Korean skincare and Korean beauty products so today I thought it would be fun to share what I think are the absolute BEST Korean skincare and beauty products of the year. These are the skincare products that stood out to me in 2025 — the ones I’ve tested, recommended to my patients, and in many cases, used myself. Think of this as my personal ‘Dermatologist’s Korean Beauty Awards.’ We’re covering everything from the sunscreen that beat out the competition, to the most effective anti-aging serum, to the budget-friendly product I can’t stop reaching for. If you’re ready to see what actually deserves a spot on your bathroom counter in 2026, let’s dive in.
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Round Lab – 1025 Dokdo Cleanser:
medicube – Age-R Glutathione Glow Toner:
SKIN1004 – Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule:
CELIMAX – Pore + Dark Spot Brightening Cream:
haruharu wonder – Black Rice Night Knight Retinol Serum:
SKIN1004 – Probio-Cica Bakuchiol Eye Cream:
Round Lab – Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Cream SPF50+ PA++++ :
haruharu wonder – Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++:
My makeup:
Foundation* (mix shades 3+4): (Use code: DRELLIS15 for 15% off)
Concealer* (shade 3):
Blush* (shade: Encourage): (Use code: DRELLIS15 for 15% off)
Bronzer* (shade: Luminous bronze light):
Highlighter (and all-over powder)* (volume 1):
Eyeshadow* (shade: Moonlight):
Eyeliner* (shade: Chocolate):
Brow gel* (shade: Taupe):
Mascara* – Dark Brown: (Use code: SAM-20 for 20% off)
Lipstick* (shade: Gabriella): (Use code: SAM-20 for 20% off)
Lip gloss*:
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Dr Ellis are all products clean products?
As scientists who knows chemistry all Korean skin product are only skin deep. They do nothing for improving mature skin. I tested them all.
Did I miss the part about moisturizers? Or was it just the eye cream?
I love the Haruharu Wonder sunscreen! Doesn’t leave my skin oily. Can you do a review on Cosrx Korean products. Do the Cosrx moisturizer have any peptides in it?
I bought absolutely everything on this list and I’ve been using it for about two weeks… My skin has never looked better! I’m loving the texture, the routine and the results. Thank you