tldr; Reddit highly recommends Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner as a super gentle, minimal-ingredient hydrating toner, especially beloved by those using tretinoin or with sensitive skin.
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“Echoing this (toner and PM moisturizer). I’d say get into a habit of cleansing, toning, and moisturizing AM & PM daily for 3 months before you move into anything more complicated. Get some “fun” and interesting stuff that will help you stick to the routine. Beauty of Joseon Green Plum cleanser is great AM & PM, but LRP Toleriane hydrating gentle face cleanser is also very good. Get an oil cleanser like Softymo speedy to help remove makeup and oil/sebum from your nose in the evenings. For toner, you want something hydrating and simple to start with - Pyunkang Yul essence is a decent start. Then continue to use your SPF moisturizer in the AM for now, and get something a bit stronger for evenings. Fabyou ceramide Panthenol barrier cream or Pyunkang Yul barrier cream. I’ve found all of these except the LRP and Fabyou at my local Marshall’s & TJM for $6-10 each. ”
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