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The MoonKosmetik Guide to Layering
The MoonKosmetik Guide to Layering
✨ What is Layering?
Layering is a skincare technique from Korea that involves applying multiple products in a specific order , from lightest to richest. The goal: to hydrate, nourish, treat, and protect the skin , while respecting its natural balance.
🧴 The 7 to 10 Steps of Korean Layering
☁️ Step 1: Makeup remover oil
🔹 Purpose: Dissolve makeup, SPF, excess sebum Use a light oil (e.g., rice, green tea, or jojoba). Massage gently, then emulsify with warm water.
💦 Step 2: Water-based cleaner
🔹 Goal: Eliminate sweat, pollution and water-soluble residues Promotes a mild pH (5–5.5). Double cleansing is scientifically proven to reduce inflammation ( British Journal of Dermatology , 2016).
🍃 Step 3 (2–3x/week): Gentle chemical exfoliant
🔹 Goal: Eliminate dead cells, smooth the skin Use AHA (lactic, glycolic acid) or BHA (salicylic acid) depending on your skin type.
🌫 Step 4: Toner / Lotion
🔹 Purpose: Prepare the skin, rebalance the pH, first layer of hydration Choose moisturizing lotions with soothing active ingredients (aloe vera, centella asiatica).
🌊 Step 5: Essence
🔹 Goal: Boost deep hydration and strengthen the skin barrier Liquid texture + concentrated active ingredients = visible transformation of the complexion.
🧬 Step 6: Serum or Ampoule
🔹 Goal: Treat a targeted problem (spots, wrinkles, acne, etc.) - several serums can be applied during your routine.
🌙 Step 7: Moisturizer
🔹 Purpose: Seal in moisture and protect the skin Richer formula, often with ceramides, peptides, panthenol.
👁 Step 8: Eye Contour
🔹 Purpose: Hydrate, smooth, prevent fine lines and dark circles Tap lightly with your fingertips without pulling the skin.
☀️ Step 9 (morning only): Sunscreen
🔹 Goal: Protect from UV rays – the number one cause of premature aging
Essential, even on cloudy days or indoors. Choose a Korean SPF 50+ with a light texture.
😷 Step 10 (2–3x/week): Sheet mask
🔹 Goal: Provide a shot of active ingredients, boost hydration or radiance Use after toner or essence.
🧖♀️ Adapt your layering according to your skin type :
Skin type
To be preferred
To avoid
Dried
Rich essences, ceramide-based creams
Exfoliating too frequently
Oily / Acne-prone
Lightweight serums, BHA, niacinamide
Heavy occlusive oils
Mixed
Light double layering in the morning, richer in the evening
Products that are too harsh
Sensitive
Hypoallergenic products, centella, panthenol
Perfumes, alcohol, abrasive exfoliants
🕒 Morning vs. Evening: We don't always do the same thing!
☀️ In the morning
Focus on protection and prevention:
Cleanser -> Toner → Essence → Light Serums → Eye Contour -> Moisturizer → SPF
🌙 In the evening
Focus on regeneration and treatment:
Makeup Removal → Cleansing → Toner -> Essence → Serums → Eye contour → Rich cream
🌙 In the evening - Two to three times a week
Makeup Removal → Cleansing → Exfoliating -> Toner -> Essence → Serums → Eye contour → fabric mask -> Rich cream
Or
Makeup Removal → Cleansing → Exfoliating -> Toner -> Essence → Serums → Eye contour → Night mask
🚫 Common mistakes to avoid
❌ Neglecting SPF in the morning ❌ Changing your routine too often (rebound effect) ❌ Not adapting your routine to your skin type and issues - We are here to advise you and a routine for each skin type can be found on the site.
🌟 Conclusion: Why adopt layering?
✅ Science-based ✅ Visible results from 2 to 4 weeks ✅ A ritual of care, but also of well-being ✅ Suitable for all skin types and ages
🌙 At MoonKosmetik , we believe that taking care of your skin is taking care of yourself. Layering is not a constraint, it is a ritual of gentleness, efficiency, and intelligence.
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