Step 03: Exfoliator
Step 3 of the Korean skincare routine: chemical exfoliation, used 2-3 times per week (not daily). Removes dead surface cells, clears pore congestion and lets the rest of your products absorb better.
- BHA (salicylic acid) for blackheads and oily skin — Cosrx BHA Blackhead Power Liquid, Jumiso Blackhead Melting Softener.
- AHA + BHA + PHA daily pads — Anua Heartleaf 77% Clear Pad, Medicube Zero Pore Pads 2.0, Some By Mi AHA-BHA-PHA Truecica.
- PHA peels (gentlest) for sensitive skin — Axis-Y PHA Resurfacing Glow Peel.
- Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Toner — low-pH everyday option.