In the recent years, we've all seen the rise of the Korean beauty industry in the global scene. Along with it was the spread of Korean skincare products worldwide. The abundance of products and brands in the market today have truly left us spoilt for choice. It is now both a good thing and tiny bit of a problem =). It's good that we have plenty of variety for the different skin care types and problems one might encounter. However, the sheer number of choices and the brands are just overpowering. Which among the many can we say are the best Korean skincare products? Let's find out.

To help narrow down your choices, we here at Niniko have curated some of the best Korean skincare products. This would not have been possible, of course, without the due diligence of bloggers & social media influencers. It is them who have painstakingly done the dirty but delightful work of going through numerous bottles of skin care products just to find out how well they work. This surely takes the guesswork out of looking for your new holy grail.

Without further ado, here is our list of some of the much coveted & dare we say, the best Korean skincare products in the market today. So far, the items on this list are some of the most reviewed & most sought after in the world of K-Beauty. Let's find out what they are and why they've had such a cult following.

• Benton Aloe BHA Skin Toner

  The Benton Aloe BHA Skin Toner The Aloe BHA Skin Toner has several different functions. This multitasking toner moisturizes your skin, removes dead skin cells & blackheads. It tightens pores, soothes dry & sensitive skin. This renewing toner brightens & repairs your skin.

• Missha Time Revolution First Treatment Essence

  The Missha Time Revolution First Treatment Essence soothes tired, uneven, and dull looking skin. The essence contains 80% fermented yeast concentrate, energizing your skin. Niacinamide and Vitamin B3 improves your skin's elasticity and keeps it toned. Your skin looks clear, firm and radiant. It feels super soft and supple. Many women have noticed improvements in their skin in as little as two weeks after using Missha Time Revolution First Treatment Essence.

• Mizon All in One Snail Repair Cream

  The Mizon All in One Snail Repair Cream is a potent skin cream that gets rid of blemishes, fades acne scars & reduces wrinkles. It contains snail mucin, adenosine, peptides, and vitamin B5, all of which discourage the appearance of wrinkles and blemishes on your skin. The Mizon All in One Snail Repair Cream has no artificial colors. It is also fragrance-free and paraben-free so it is perfect for those with irritated & sensitive skin.

• Banila & Co Clean It Zero Classic

  Previously named as one of the most favorite products by Allure Magazine (Korea) the Banila & Co Clean It Zero Classic gently but effectively takes off hard to remove waterproof makeup. It removes impurities and minimizes your pores. This cult favorite contains Papaya extracts, Acerola extracts & vitamin C which also brightens your skin.

• Skinfood Black Sugar Mask Wash Off

  This wash off mask has fine black sugar grains that gently but thoroughly exfoliate your skin. The grains slowly dissolve as you massage the mask onto your face. What's great about this mask is that you won't have that dry & tight sensation that's commonly felt when you use other exfoliating scrubs that use harsh beads. The superb mask is formulated with super moisturizing shea butter and lanolin. The result is softer and smoother skin. A useful tip: this mask is best used with warm water.

• COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

  The Cosrx line is known for its use of cutting-edge ingredients like snail mucin, among others. The Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence is one such cult favorite. People love this essence because it moisturizes, minimizes pores, eliminates wrinkles, reduces acne scars and tones down redness. This sounds like a strong, harsh essence but in fact, it is so gentle that people with sensitive skin can use it without worrying that it can harm their skin.

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