One day, a partner asked how I achieved “glass skin”, and I told her that I used a 7 step Korean skincare routine. Pretty soon it became an office joke, other associates would tease me or I was known as that one Korean skincare guy. I became pretty self conscious about it. I thought, perhaps I shouldn’t be sharing this about myself at work. I didn’t exactly want people to think I was vain and vapid.
Then last week that same partner requested me on a huge deal involving a major Korean beauty company.
Just a random post and felt like I needed to share this. Feeling a little better and less self conscious about myself—especially given the pressure of this industry which often makes you question yourself.
Kudos to whoever posts the first American Psycho reference.
EDIT:
Woah! Didn’t think y’all would be interested, I was preparing for this sub to flame me more for posting something silly. here is my routine. Keep in mind I am always trying new products, so things change constantly for me.
Morning 1. Cleanser - COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser 2. Toner - Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Toner Plus 3. Essence - COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence 4. Vitamin C Serum - Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum 5. Moisturizer - EASYDEW DW-EGF Cream Limited (for some reason i think they changed the formula on this so I am searching for a new moisturizer) 6. Sunscreen - Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun SPF 50+ (I have multiple bottles on me at all times, and I re-apply every 2-3 hours)
Night Time (everyday) 1. cleanser - SULWHASOO Gentle Cleansing Foam OR (depending on how i feel) Exfoliating Cleanser - MOTHER MADE LHA Green Tea Exfoliating Aqua Peel Gel 2. Red Light Therapy - omnilux 3. Toner - ANUA Rice 70 Glow Milky Toner 4. Essence - SK-II Pitera Facial Treatment Essence 5. Serum - COSRX Snail Mucin 96% Power Repairing Essence 6. Eye cream / de-puffer (not eveyday but when I have time) - SKIN&LAB Bakuchiol Eye Serum with Caffeine 7. Moisturizer - EASYDEW DW-EGF Cream Limited (for some reason i think they changed the formula on this so I am searching for a new moisturizer) 8. Sleeping mask (not everyday, whenever I have time)