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At this point, the Cosrx Advanced Snail Mucin Power Essence has reached cult-like status and is probably one of the best-known products in Korean beauty. This skin-softening serum contains six types of concentrated snail secretion (yes, snail) that can help improve a damaged skin barrier, offer deep hydration and even promote wound healing. The formula also contains allantoin, which can be great for soothing inflammation and irritation.

If you're not always on TikTok, then you might not be familiar with this powerful Korean serum that's been trending for its use of a unique ingredient not commonly found in American skin care formulations: PDRN. It's an anti-inflammatory and tissue-repairing proprietary drug that is normally injected to help improve the overall skin appearance and skin firmness of the recipient. The Iope serum uses a plant-derived version of this ingredient to help with everything from volume loss, the appearance of fine lines and even helps with acne.

This unique and lightweight moisturizer by Medicube features capsules of salmon DNA-derived PDRN suspended in a rich jelly that promises to be residue-free. PDRN, the latest ingredient for targeting volume loss and reduced elasticity, is accompanied by collagen to plump the skin and hyaluronic acid to boost moisture, and designed to ensure a complexion that's bright, glowing and "glass-like."

You may or may not have known this, but the brand behind this cult-favorite lip mask is Korean and it's adored for its cushiony formula and intensely moisturizing capacity. It's a great way to smooth parched, flaky lips and minimize the appearance of dry, exaggerated lip lines. Available in several scents like gummy bear (my favorite), mixed berry, or peach iced tea, the Laneige lip mask uses a berry mix complex to boost moisture and deliver antioxidant benefits while you sleep, while a blend of shea and seed butters nourishes lips.

Dermatologists have previously told HuffPost that certain peptides can boost collagen production and elastin, which in turn can improve skin texture, firmness and the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This skin booster serum by Cosrx — the makers of the famous snail mucin essence — is packed with six different peptides to plump and renew the skin. The lightweight formula targets other skin concerns, like hyperpigmentation and dryness, and contains a unique ingredient called adenosine, which might have anti-aging benefits.

Beauty of Joseon is a revered Korean beauty brand with a huge cult following and tons of viral goods, like this corrective eye serum packed with ingredients to create a firmer, brighter and more awake undereye. A 2% concentration of retinal helps synthesize collagen and reduce the appearance of fine lines, while a 10% concentration of ginseng extract promises to deeply hydrate and nourish. This lightweight and fast-absorbing treatment is also rounded off with niacinamide, a well-studied antioxidant that can brighten and protect the skin from damage.

Like many Korean sunscreen formulations, this hydrating daily sun cream by Round Lab is lightweight, non-greasy, fast-absorbing and doesn't leave a white cast. A recurring favorite in my sunscreen rotation, this broad-spectrum SPF 50 formula feels cool and refreshing on the skin and contains both birch tree sap and hyaluronic acid to help keep skin moisturized throughout the day. It leaves behind a natural finish so this is a good option for people who don't like their skin too dewy or matte.

Most Korean skin care routines start off with an oil-based cleanser to effectively break down and remove sunscreen, makeup and impurities from the skin before following up with a more traditional cleanser. This cleansing oil by Anua was made popular for targeting clogged pores and those stubborn nose blackheads while claiming to help balance sebum production over time. This irritation-free formula contains a nourishing blend of vitamin E, plant extracts, seed oils, and, like most of Anua's products, heartleaf extract to help soothe red, troubled or acne-prone skin.

Anyone with sensitive, compromised, or sun-damaged skin should keep this gentle cream in their skin care arsenal. The cooling formula features chamomile oil extract to calm irritation and centella asiatica, a popular K-beauty ingredient that is known for soothing skin and reducing redness. Great for after-sun care, this Dear Klairs cream may promote skin recovery and offer relief from sunburn, according to reviews.

Parched and compromised skin will benefit from this comforting, shea butter-based facial cream that's packed with skin barrier-strengthening ingredients like panthenol and an oil-based complex. The pH-balancing formula also contains cassoside to soothe and repair irritated skin.