{"product_id":"the-balance-edit-5-step-korean-skincare-routine-for-combination-skin","title":"The Balance Edit | 5-Step Korean Skincare Routine for Combination Skin","description":"\u003cp\u003eSkin that is shiny in one place and tight in another is hard to shop for. Rich creams feel heavy, and skipping moisturiser leaves it worse. Light layers are easier to live with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Balance Edit is five full-size Korean skincare products for combination, normal or oilier skin, with a printed AM\/PM Blueprint Card showing what to use and when. A Water Gel instead of a cream. A Sun Serum instead of a creamy sunscreen. A cleansing oil is included for days you've worn sunscreen or makeup. No retinoids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's inside\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive full-size products. Not minis. Not samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLEANSE, when you have worn SPF or makeup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHaruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture Cleansing Oil Unscented 150 ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMelts sunscreen and makeup, then rinses milky. Contains macadamia seed oil (a nut oil). Our store lists it as Black Rice Moisture Deep Cleansing Oil; Haruharu have renamed it, so your bottle may use either name.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCLEANSE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEtude SoonJung pH 6.5 Whip Cleanser 150 ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eA pump-foam cleanser with panthenol and madecassoside. Mild, fragrance-free and easy to rinse.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTONE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRound Lab 1025 Dokdo Toner 200 ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eA watery toner with deep sea water and panthenol, plus protease, an exfoliating enzyme.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMOISTURISE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeauty of Joseon Red Bean Water Gel 100 ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eA light gel moisturiser with red bean extract and peptides.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePROTECT, mornings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+ PA++++ 50 ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eA serum-like daily sunscreen with centella and hyaluronic acid. SKIN1004 describe it as leaving no white cast.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour routine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMORNING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhip cleanser → Toner → Water Gel → Sun Serum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEVENING\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOil (only if you wore SPF or makeup) → Whip Cleanser → Toner → Water Gel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour printed AM\/PM Blueprint Card shows both on one page, so you don't have to remember it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stays light\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe idea is simple: nothing heavy on skin that is already shiny in places. That is why the first two steps are a mild foam cleanser and a watery toner, so the Water Gel and Sun Serum are not sitting on anything rich.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to start\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't have to switch everything at once. Patch test first, then introduce the products one at a time over the first week or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to expect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook for skin that feels comfortable through the day: not tight, not heavy. The Water Gel is light, and the Sun Serum finishes dewy and non-greasy rather than matte. Give it a few weeks of consistent use and pay attention to how your own skin responds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombination, normal or oilier skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin that prefers gels and light textures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormal to oily skin that likes a fresh finish (a starting point, not a strict rule)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour skin is very dry or tight and wants a richer cream: look at \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-comfort-edit-5-step-korean-skincare-routine-for-dry-skin\"\u003eThe Comfort Edit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a nut allergy: the cleansing oil contains macadamia seed oil. Check its ingredient list and ask your doctor or pharmacist before using it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou avoid wheat-derived ingredients: the Sun Serum contains wheat sprout extract.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou prefer silicone-free formulas: the Water Gel contains silicones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a matte finish: the Sun Serum leaves a dewy one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour skin is stinging, burning or very reactive right now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to know\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe toner contains protease, an exfoliating enzyme. The Sun Serum uses chemical filters and is not labelled water-resistant. Patch test new products. Full ingredient lists are on each product page, linked in the Ingredients section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf it doesn't suit your skin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eReturns Policy\u003c\/a\u003e explains how returns work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe maths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBought separately: £81.89. The Balance Edit: £69.99. You save £11.90.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot sure which edit?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-comfort-edit-5-step-korean-skincare-routine-for-dry-skin\"\u003eThe Comfort Edit\u003c\/a\u003e is for dry or tight-feeling skin. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/the-radiance-edit-5-step-korean-skincare-routine-for-mature-skin\"\u003eThe Radiance Edit\u003c\/a\u003e is a targeted routine with a retinal serum for uneven-looking tone or dark marks. Skin type is a starting point, not a rule. Message us and we will help you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"K Skin Aura","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55582617993545,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/4016\/0585\/files\/balance-edit-hero.png?v=1791741420","url":"https:\/\/kskinaura.co.uk\/products\/the-balance-edit-5-step-korean-skincare-routine-for-combination-skin","provider":"K Skin Aura","version":"1.0","type":"link"}