Which K-Beauty Products Are Perfect for the Retinol Sandwich?
If you're searching for the perfect Korean beauty products to use for the retinol sandwich method then you're in the right place. Not only are Korean skin care products ideal to use for this handy technique they are also ideal for anyone concerned about maintaining their skin in a smooth, supple condition while minimising irritation using high-powered active ingredients.
But first, let's clarify exactly what the retinol sandwich method is and how best to do it.
WHAT IS THE RETINOL SANDWICH METHOD?
The retinol sandwich method is a skincare hack designed to minimise the irritation and discomfort that can go along with using retinoids (aka products that contain Vitamin A / retinol) .
It involves putting a layer of retinoids between two more occlusive layers instead of straight onto freshly cleansed skin.
The product order would be:
- Moisturise first;
- Apply your retinoid;
- Follow up with another moisturiser.
To ensure that every layer is properly absorbed, give it about a minute between applying each layer.
WHY DO THE RETINOL SANDWICH METHOD?
Good question. The main reason is to lessen the chances of irritating your skin. Skin is easily affected by retinoids, especially when you're just starting out. Doing too much too soon or overdoing it can result in potential side-effects like itching, flaking and redness.
By applying your retinoid in layers, your skin has a buffer, leaving less room for the Vitamin A molecules to sink in. This can lessen discomfort when you are introducing the product into your skincare routine.
WHICH K-BEAUTY PRODUCTS ARE PERFECT FOR THE RETINOL SANDWICH METHOD?
Try these products:
- Dewy Glaze Toner (your first moisturising layer)
- Overnight Dream Serum (your retinoid)
- Cherry Blossom Sleeping Mask (your final moisturising layer)
If you have very dry skin, you can even add in Bubble Tea Steam Cream after your retinoid as well. This is the ultimate nourishing moisturiser for truly dry and dehydrated skin.
Another popular method for alternating hydrating products with retinol products is the Skin Cycling method. Read all about it and check out our Skin Cycling Set.
Have you tried the retinol sandwich method? Let us know in the comments section.