EPISODE · Apr 21, 2026 · 27 MIN
What Is the Correct Skincare Order? How to Layer Serums, Retinol, Vitamin C, Prescriptions & SPF
from Love, Saranghae with Peter & Andrea · host Andrea Mourad and Peter Lee
In this episode of Love, Saranghae, Peter and Andrea answer one of the most searched skincare questions out there: what is the correct order to apply your skincare products? From cleansers and toners to serums, retinol, prescription creams, moisturizer, and SPF, they break down exactly why skincare order matters and how to simplify your routine without getting lost in trends.They explain the five pillars of Korean skincare, why products should generally be applied from thinnest texture to thickest, and where treatment products like vitamin C, retinoids, hydrocortisone, and other prescriptions fit into the routine. They also unpack the truth about the 10-step Korean skincare myth, why more products are not always better, and how overdoing actives can damage your skin barrier instead of improving it.If you’ve ever felt confused about layering skincare, wondered whether toner actually matters, or questioned if you really need a long routine to get healthy skin, this episode gives you a clear and practical framework to follow.What You’ll Learn: ✔ Why skincare order matters and helps products work the way they were designed to ✔ The two golden rules of layering skincare properly ✔ How the five pillars of Korean skincare simplify your routine ✔ Why products should generally be applied from thinnest texture to thickest ✔ Where vitamin C, retinol, peptides, and prescription creams fit in your routine ✔ Why prescription treatments like hydrocortisone should be treated like a corrective step ✔ Why cleansing is the foundation of an effective skincare routine ✔ How toner can support exfoliation, balance, and prep the skin ✔ Why healing and anti-inflammatory steps matter when using active ingredients ✔ How chronic inflammation can contribute to faster skin aging ✔ Why moisturizer seals in hydration and supports the skin barrier ✔ Why SPF is the most important anti-aging step of all ✔ Why you do not need a 10-step routine to achieve healthy skin ✔ Why younger skin usually needs fewer products, not more ✔ The biggest mistakes people make, including over-exfoliating, using too many actives, and following social media trends instead of listening to their skin ✔ Why skincare is a practice, not a quick fix Ready to Build a Custom Routine?Submit your questions or book a free skin consultation with our team of experts at https://lovesaranghae.com/pages/consultationWe’ll help you build a routine that fits your skin stage, age, and concerns, so you can stop guessing and start glowing.Thanks for Listening to Love, SaranghaeSaranghae & Orora is more than skincare. It’s a lifestyle rooted in science, self-love, and soul. As one of the fastest-growing K-Beauty brands, we create powerful, results-driven skincare for real life (and real hormones), specifically designed for women navigating changes in their skin at every age and stage.Want more glow in your inbox and on your feed?✨ Shop our skincare: www.lovesaranghae.com✨ Follow us on Instagram, YouTube & TikTok: @lovesaranghaePlease visit us for more informationwww.lovesaranghae.comwww.ororaskin.comInstagram: @lovesaranhgaeskinInstagram: @ororaskinYoutube: @lovesaranghaeskin
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What Is the Correct Skincare Order? How to Layer Serums, Retinol, Vitamin C, Prescriptions & SPF
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