I Asked 3 Korean Skincare Experts to Share the Products They Actually Use—Here's What They Said

"I like to always start my mornings with the Lagom Cellus Gel to Water Cleanser," says Cho. "It gives me a fresh, hydrated clean without stripping my skin." The gel-to-water formula is packed with ingredients to reinforce the skin barrier and help boost moisture, so it's ideal for dry or irritated skin types.

"Then I reach for the Acwell Licorice Ph Balancing Cleansing Toner to balance and prep, followed by the Neogen Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Essence (£33), for that signature long-lasting hydration that makes my skin feel alive," she tells me.

After moisturising, Cho swears by this Skin1004 SPF. "I never skip the Skin1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum sunscreen, which has SPF 50+." I bet that this serum-like formula works so well under makeup.

In the evenings, Cho reaches for this retinol serum from Some By Mi, which contains retinol, retinal and bakuchiol. "I use [this serum], which is a gentle but effective way to renew and refine my skin overnight."

"I finish with the Bong2 Bounce Cream, which locks in all the moisture and helps me wake up to plump, refreshed skin," says Cho.

Whether it's the first thing in the morning or the last thing at night, Jeong tells me that she always starts things off with a cleansing oil before following up with a cleansing gel. "Even without makeup, I start with the Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Deep Cleansing Oil, as buildup and sebum melt away, leaving me with a fresh base."

While Jeong is a big fan of a hydrating essence, if it's gentle exfoliation she is after, she reaches for this popular option from Paula's Choice. "[I use this] once or twice a week for a smooth [skin] texture."

During her morning skincare routine, Jeong always makes sure to apply a vitamin C serum. Her serum of choice? None other than Medik8's popular C-Tetra Serum, formulated with 7% stabilised vitamin C, making it a suitable option for sensitive skin.

However, in the evening, Jeong likes a more hydrating option in the form of Estée Lauder's Advanced Night Repair. This is easily one of the best serums on the market, packed with hyaluronic acid and the brand's Chronolux™ Power Signal Technology to support the skin's renewal process.

Finally, for a nourishing moisturiser, Jeong recommends this one from Haruharu. "The Haruharu Wonder Black Rice 5-Ceramide Barrier Cream keeps my barrier strong and cushions my skin all day."

"In the mornings, I always begin with the Superegg Gentle Elements Cleansing Foam," she says. "It gently removes the buildup of oils and impurities from overnight, while keeping my skin balanced and comfortable."

However, in the evening, Choi prefers to start with this cleanser from Sulwhasoo. "My evening routine begins with a thorough cleanse—first, with the Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Oil, then again with our Gentle Elements Cleansing Foam." As you can see, the experts are big fans of double cleansing.

Like the experts above, Choi is also a fan of a hydrating essence, especially in the morning. "For hydration, I reach for the Pure Transparency Treatment Essence—a refreshing layer that preps my skin perfectly for what comes next."

Choi then follows with an antioxidant serum and lightweight moisturiser, before finishing everything off with SPF. "To finish, sunscreen is non-negotiable. I’ve been loving the Cell Fusion C Aquatica Cooling Sunscreen."

In the evenings, when Choi's skin is feeling a little drier, she reaches for this nourishing oil from luxury skincare brand La Prairie. "On drier nights, I’ll seal everything with the La Prairie Skin Caviar Nighttime Oil." Infused with caviar retinol, the product works to reduce fine lines while also strengthening your skin barrier while you sleep.