The 4-Step Glass Skin Formula That Actually Works

If you've been following K-beauty, you know the secret to that coveted glass skin isn't about using ten different products every night—it's about choosing the right ones and layering them strategically. Here's what Korean skincare experts have figured out: toner pads are the ultimate game-changer.

Why Toner Pads Are Having a Moment

Dermatologists in Seoul consistently recommend toner pads because they take the guesswork out of your routine. Unlike pouring toner into your hands (and wasting half of it), these pre-soaked pads deliver the perfect amount of active ingredients exactly where your skin needs them. No mess, no overthinking—just consistent results. This is why Anua's toner pad collection has become a staple in effective skincare routines.

The Routine, Step by Step

Step 1: Start with Clean Skin

Begin with Anua Heartleaf Cleansing Set. Here's the deal:the oil melts away oil-based stuff like makeup, sunscreen, and your skin's natural oils, while the foam cleanses water-based impurities like sweat and pollution. This double-cleanse method ensures you're actually clean without stripping your skin's protective barrier—that's the outer layer that keeps moisture locked in and irritants out.

Step 2: This Is Where the Magic Happens

Choose your toner pad based on what your skin needs right now. The Niacinamide 5% TXA Pad fades those stubborn dark marks left behind after breakouts.

The PDRN 100 Hyaluronic Acid Pad is your go-to for stressed or dehydrated skin—PDRN is a healing ingredient derived from salmon DNA (yes, really!) that helps repair skin faster, while hyaluronic acid acts like a moisture magnet, holding up to 1000 times its weight in water.

The Hyaluronic Acid 8 Pad calms and hydrates skin at the source. Pro move: leave the pad on problem areas for 2 minutes like a mini mask for deeper treatment.

Steps 3 & 4: Lock Everything In

Follow with your serum of choice, then finish with PDRN Moisturizing Cream to seal in all the good stuff.

What to Expect (Real Talk)

Week 1: Your skin feels noticeably softer and holds moisture better throughout the day—that's reduced transepidermal water loss, aka less moisture evaporating from your skin.

Weeks 2-4: You'll see smoother texture, more even tone, and smaller-looking pores as your skin's natural renewal process gets back on track.

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