Korean Skincare Routine for Hormonal Acne- Normal Skin

Routine Overview

Kbeauty Skincare Routine for Hormonal Acne - Normal Skin

Hormonal acne often appears as deeper, recurring breakouts around the jawline and chin. This routine keeps the approach balanced: gentle low-pH cleansing, calming Cica hydration, 10% azelaic-acid treatment, lightweight barrier support, and hydrating SPF50+ protection to help manage breakouts, redness and post-acne marks without overloading normal skin.

What results to expect (realistic): In 1-2 weeks, skin may look calmer and less reactive. In 3-6 weeks, recurring inflamed breakouts can become less frequent for many users. Over 6-10 weeks, post-acne marks may begin fading more noticeably with consistent sunscreen use.

AM Routine

How to Use- (Steps 1 to 5)

1. Cleanse with PyunkangYul Calming Low pH Foaming Cleanser for 30-45 seconds.
2. Apply COSRX Pure Fit Cica Toner and press gently into skin.
3. Once tolerated, apply a thin layer of Centellian24 Madeca Azelaic Acid 10+ Calming Serum.
4. Apply Dr.G Red Blemish Clear Soothing Cream EX in a light layer.
5. Finish with Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel, applied generously to face and neck.

1) Cleanser: [PyunkangYul] Calming Low pH Foaming Cleanser 150ml

This low-pH cleanser removes excess oil and daily buildup while Centella-derived ingredients, hyaluronic-acid forms and mild exfoliating support help keep skin comfortable.

2) Toner: [Cosrx] Pure Fit Cica Toner 150ml

The concentrated CICA-7 complex, panthenol and allantoin provide lightweight soothing hydration that helps reduce visible redness and supports a stable base for treatment.

3) Treatment Serum: [Centellian24] Madeca Azelaic Acid 10+ Calming Serum 30ml

This serum combines 10% azelaic acid with niacinamide, panthenol, allantoin and Centella-derived actives to support blemish-prone skin, visible redness and post-acne tone.

Pro tip: Start 2-3 nights per week or once daily according to tolerance, then increase gradually.

4) Moisturizer: [Dr.G] Red Blemish Clear Soothing Cream EX 70ml

This lightweight Cica-focused gel cream provides soothing hydration and barrier support without a heavy finish.

5) Sunscreen: [Isntree] Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel 50ml

This SPF50+ PA++++ sunscreen combines broad UV protection with multiple forms of hyaluronic acid, ceramide NP and Centella support. Daily use helps prevent post-acne marks from darkening while maintaining a hydrated finish.

PM Routine

How to Use- (Steps 1 to 5)

1. Cleanse thoroughly with PyunkangYul Calming Low pH Foaming Cleanser.
2. Apply COSRX Pure Fit Cica Toner.
3. Apply Centellian24 Madeca Azelaic Acid 10+ Calming Serum in a thin layer, starting gradually.
4. Seal with Dr.G Red Blemish Clear Soothing Cream EX.
5. If skin becomes dry or irritated, reduce azelaic-serum frequency and keep the calming and moisturizing steps consistent.

1) Cleanser: [PyunkangYul] Calming Low pH Foaming Cleanser 150ml

Night cleansing removes sunscreen, oil and daily buildup while the low-pH formula helps maintain comfort.

2) Toner: [Cosrx] Pure Fit Cica Toner 150ml

Use one light layer to add calming hydration before treatment.

3) Treatment Serum: [Centellian24] Madeca Azelaic Acid 10+ Calming Serum 30ml

Use consistently according to tolerance to support blemish-prone skin, visible redness and post-acne marks.

4) Moisturizer: [Dr.G] Red Blemish Clear Soothing Cream EX 70ml

Locks in lightweight hydration and supports barrier recovery overnight.

5) Sunscreen: [Isntree] Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel 50ml (AM only)

Not used at night, but essential during the day to prevent UV exposure from deepening post-acne marks.