Curated Selection
J-Beauty for Beginners
Nine products. Start Japanese skincare tonight without a single research rabbit-hole.
9 products · Updated April 2026
DHC
Deep Cleansing Oil
Hada Labo
Gokujyun Hyaluronic Acid Face Wash
Hada Labo
Gokujyun Premium Hyaluronic Acid Lotion
Hada Labo
Gokujyun Hyaluronic Acid Milk
Anessa
Anessa Perfect UV Sunscreen Milk SPF50+
Biore
UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence SPF50+
Curel
Intensive Moisture Cream
MUJI
Sensitive Skin Toning Water Light
SK-II
Facial Treatment Essence
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Frequently Asked Questions
What products are in the J-Beauty for Beginners selection?
This curated selection contains 9 Korean skincare products hand-picked by our editors. Each product was chosen based on ingredient quality, editor ratings, user reviews, and how well it fits the theme of this collection.
What order should I apply these products?
Follow the K-beauty rule: thinnest to thickest. Start with cleansers, then toners, essences, serums, moisturizers, and finish with sunscreen (AM only). Oil-based products go before water-based. Treatments and actives go after toner but before moisturizer.
Are budget K-beauty products as effective as expensive ones?
Yes — Korean skincare competes heavily on value. Many budget K-beauty products use the same active ingredients at similar concentrations as premium products. Our editor ratings are based on performance, not price, so a $12 product rated 9/10 genuinely outperformed many $40+ alternatives.
How often is this selection updated?
We review and update our selections regularly as we test new products and as formulations change. Product ratings are updated whenever we re-evaluate, and new standout products are added when they earn a spot through our review process.