A healthy complexion goes hand in hand with a healthy skin barrier. Whether you have oily, dry, combination, acne-prone or sensitive skin, barrier-strengthening products can help keep your skin healthy 365 days of the year. Even if your skin barrier isn’t compromised, you should still take extra care of your skin to keep it intact. Here are some of the best K-Beauty products to help you maintain a healthy skin barrier:

B.LAB

Cica Barrier 5.5 Gel Cleanser

To keep the skin barrier healthy, always go for a cleanser with a neutral pH. Our skin’s natural pH level ranges from 4 to 6, so stick to a mildly acidic cleanser. B.LAB’s Cica Barrier 5.5 Gel Cleanser not only keeps skin balanced but also improves skin concerns such as acne, dehydration and eczema.

The Cica Barrier 5.5 Gel Cleanser is formulated with madecassoside, asiaticoside and centella asiatica leaf extract to soothe skin and keep it hydrated. The cleanser effectively removes skin impurities and is a gentle option for your morning cleanse.

pour LA PEAU

Defence Barrier pH Cleanser

Another great cleanser worth adding to your routine is the Defence Barrier pH Cleanser from Korean skin care brand pour LA PEAU. Even if you don’t have a damaged skin barrier, using a pH-balancing cleanser keeps skin clean without disrupting its natural moisture levels. This cleanser is packed with eight kinds of hyaluronic acid, so if your skin feels dehydrated, this cleanser would instantly quench your skin’s thirst.

ONE THING

Houttuynia Cordata Extract Toner

Hydration is key in maintaining a healthy skin barrier. After cleansing, reach for a toner that is packed with hydrating ingredients and antioxidants. Rich in amino and fatty acids, ONE THING’s Houttuynia Cordata Extract Toner protects skin from free radicals, brightens the complexion and calms irritation. 

RNW

DER. SPECIAL Ceramide Mist

Ceramides help fortify and restore the skin barrier. In addition, this barrier-strengthening ingredient helps lock in moisture. Use the DER. SPECIAL Ceramide Mist from RNW at the end of your routine or throughout the day when your skin feels parched. The face mist contains ceramide to strengthen and protect the skin barrier as well as meadowsweet extract to reduce shine. If you have an oily complexion, DER. SPECIAL Ceramide Mist ought to be your go-to face mist.

COSRX

Pure Fit Cica Calming True Sheet Mask

Applying a sheet mask weekly can help you achieve extra dewy and healthy skin. Pure Fit Cica Calming True Sheet Mask is ideal for blemish-prone skin. It’s enriched with seven types of centella and Pure Fit Cica-7 Complex to calm irritated skin, strengthen skin and restore its radiance.

VT

Super Hyalon Sleeping Mask Set

If you prefer sleeping masks over sheet masks, then try VT’s Super Hyalon Sleeping Mask Set. The sleeping mask is individually packed, making it super convenient to use. Use it at the last step of your routine or on top of a moisturizer if your skin needs extra nourishment. Rest assured, you’ll wake up the next morning with soft and plump skin.

NEOGEN

Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Serum

Incorporatingantioxidants into your morning routine is beneficial as they can protect skin from pollutants that damage the skin barrier. Try NEOGEN’s Dermalogy Real Ferment Micro Serum to transform a dull complexion to a healthy-looking one. The lightweight serum offers a mix of antioxidants including Vitamins C, E and B5. It’s great for all skin types including sensitive skin.

SKINRx LAB

MadeCera Cream Moisture Barrier Ampoule

Whether you’re looking to repair the skin barrier or to maintain healthy skin, SKINRx LAB’s Madecera Cream Moisture Barrier Ampoule won’t let you down. Formulated with panthenol, which is a moisture-binding humectant, the ampoule keeps dryness at bay. It’s also formulated with fermented ceramide to strengthen the skin barrier and madecassoside to address skin concerns such as redness and inflammation.

SIORIS

Deep In A Barrier Cream

Reach for barrier creams daily and you won’t have to worry about a damaged skin barrier. Our skin repairs itself at night so you can benefit a lot from using a night cream, like the Deep In A Barrier Cream from SIORIS. Featuring organic citrus fruit water, tamanu oil, green tea and centella asiatica extracts, you can enjoy the cream’s soothing and deeply nourishing benefits.  

PESTLO

Pantherecipe Cream

One possible reason for a damaged skin barrier is over exfoliating. If you have dry or sensitive skin and want to use exfoliants such as AHAs, BHAs or PHAs, pair them with PESTLO’s Pantherecipe Cream to protect the skin barrier and prevent dryness or irritation. The cream enhances skin’s moisture balance with panthenol and strengthens the skin barrier with ceramide. It’s light and fast-absorbing, making it ideal for daytime use. You can also incorporate it into your evening routine as it provides intense hydration.