Next up in your 8-step skincare journey: it’s time to lock everything in. After feeding your skin with hydrating toners and targeted serums, you need to ensure all that goodness stays sealed beneath a protective layer. That’s where moisturizers and sunscreen—the final steps in the Korean routine—come in. These steps don't just complete your routine; they supercharge it by providing long-lasting hydration and essential protection.

Step 7: Moisturizers – Seal In and Soothe

Moisturizers are like a comforting final hug for your skin. The Anua Heartleaf 70% Soothing Cream is ideal for calming and hydrating, thanks to its high content of heartleaf extract. It strengthens your skin barrier while keeping sensitivity in check.

Need something a little more intensive? The Dr. Althea 345 Relief Cream offers richer nourishment without heaviness, ideal for dry or compromised skin barriers. Use it as the final step in your nighttime routine—or before SPF in the morning—to ensure skin feels soft, supple, and resilient.

Step 8: Sunscreen – Your Daily Shield

Morning routines are never complete without sun protection. Korean sunscreens like the Numbuzin No.1 Clear Filter Sun Essence and SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Sun Serum combine broad-spectrum UV protection with skincare benefits. These lightweight formulas absorb easily and leave no white cast, making them perfect for everyday use—even under makeup.

SPF 50+ PA++++ ensures maximum defense against both UVA and UVB rays, preventing signs of aging and hyperpigmentation. Apply generously every morning as the final step, and reapply every few hours if you're spending time outdoors.

Glow On: Completing Your Skincare Ritual

With these final steps, your routine is not only complete—it’s powerful, personalized, and protective. Moisturizer nourishes and strengthens the skin barrier, while sunscreen shields against environmental aggressors. Together, they ensure that everything you applied before—cleansers, serums, essences—remains effective throughout the day or night.

Want to go even further? Weekly sheet masks, eye creams, and sleeping packs can add that extra layer of care and glow to your routine. But for now, you’ve mastered the essentials—and your skin will thank you for it.