"Cloudless Skin," the Latest K-Beauty Trend

Jun 5, 2018
2 min read

Korean skincare has seen everything from "glass skin" to "mochi skin," all of which encompass the K-Beauty trend of healthy, supple skin. The most popular Korean skin care routine for 2018 is "cloudless skin," and centered around having clear, bright and discoloration-free skin as a blue sky. In other words, cloudless skin is the ultimate skin condition that motivates women to do skin care.

While past trends like honey skin and glass skin were centered around achieving a hydrated and healthy complexion, cloudless skin is more about health skin rather than appearance. It is more like a way of life that aims to bring out a woman's inner, healthy radiance.

It is no secret that women get older and their skin go through daily wear and tear. The underlying damage and dark spots comes from the constant exposure to pollution, UV rays and stress.

To combat this and give the skin a that clear, flawless complexion of "cloudless skin," it is important to clean out the dirt from the pores and keep the skin healthy and happy without using harsh chemicals. It is best to use cleanser that will not strip the skin of its natural oils, but still cleanse deep into the skin. It is also important to use a hydrating, alcohol-free toner that contains Vitamin E as it will help refine one's pores.

Another product that should be used to achieve cloudless skin is an anti-spot moisturizer that fights dark spots, but does not strip away any natural oils and dries out the skin. Lastly, the most important part of any Korean skincare routine is to use a moisturizer. Moisturizing the skin keeps it soft and smooth while protecting it from environmental damage.

Knowing what not to do to achieve cloudless skin is just as important as knowing what to do. Because various factors like stress, sun damage, hard water and makeup can damage the skin over time, it is important to do the following:

Drink plenty of water
Never leave home without wearing sunscreen
Use makeup that is organic as possible

Additionally, it is important to maintain a healthy diet that is rich in green-leafy vegetables, raw carrots and vitamins C and A. try to stay away from overly processed meals with added sugars.

If done correctly and the right attention is given to the skin, a woman will have achieved the ultimate goal ----- clear, radiant skin, otherwise known as "cloudless skin."