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Best Korean Moisturizers for Normal Skin

In this post, we will be talking about the best Korean moisturizers for normal skin.

We choose these products based on the price and how they would be suitable for normal skin.

All of these products are lightweight and some of them are made for normal to dry, oily, and combo skin.

Our Pick:

1. Cosrx – Advanced Snail 92 All-in-one Cream

This is a very popular Korean moisturizer many people recommended for normal skin as it is very lightweight and moisturizing.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It contains 92% Snail Mucin and 1,000 ppm Sodium Hyaluronate to moisturize the skin.
  • It is anti-aging, repairs damaged skin, calming, and helps with red, irritated, and dehydrated skin.
  • It also helps with dark spots and scars.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Snail Secretion Filtrate, Betaine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Arginine, Dimethicone, Sodium Polyacrylate, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Stearic acid, Allantoin, Panthenol, Xanthan Gum, Ethyl Hexanediol, Adenosine.

2. Mary & Mary – Idebenone + Blackberry Complex Intensive Cream 

This is another Korean moisturizer people recommend for normal skin as it contains 500ppm Idebenone and 63% Blackberry Complex Extract that helps to moisturize and strengthen the skin barrier.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It also contains 5 kinds of Ceramides and Phytosphingosine to create a strong skin moisture barrier and prevent natural water loss.
  • It delivers intense hydration to parched skin.
  • It refines the appearance of visible wrinkles and provides a skin-whitening effect.
  • It is free from animal testing and 16 harmful ingredients: paraben, mineral oil, surfactant, artificial fragrance, colors, alcohol, and allergens.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Blackberry 63% Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Blueberry Fruit Extract, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Isododecane, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetearyl Olivate, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Polyglyceryl10 Laurate, Sorbitan Olivate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone (500ppm), Adenosine, Pentylene Glycol, Trideceth-6, Disodium EDTA, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Stearic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide NS, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Ceramide AS, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP.

3. Illiyoon – Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream

Another Korean moisturizer for normal skin is the Illiyoon – Ceramide Cream. It consists mainly of ceramides and is naturally occurring in the skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It is free from animal-derived ingredients, mineral oils, artificial colorings, fragrances, and parabens.
  • It contains Phyto Ceramide, Highly concentrated Ceramide Capsules, and patented Ceramide Skin Complex.
  • The hypoallergenic test and sensitivity panel test were completed.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Stearic Acid, Behenyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Arachidyl Alcohol, C14-22 Alcohols, Hydroxypropyl Bispalmitamide MEA(Ceramide PC-104), Polyacrylate-13, Arachidyl Glucoside, Mannitol, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Polyisobutene, Glyceryl Caprylate, Panax Ginseng Root Water, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer, Polysorbate 20, Sorbitan Isostearate, Carbomer, Perilla Ocymoides Seed Extract, Myristic Acid, Arachidic Acid, Cholesterol, Bupleurum Falcatum Root Extract, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Glucose, Silica, Soybean Oil, Ceramide NP, Phytosphingosine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopherol, Canola Oil, Rosemary Leaf Extract.

4. Dr. Jart’s – Ceramidin Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream

This is a Korean moisturizer that should be suitable for normal skin types as it fast-absorbing and moisturizing

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It is lightweight and not too heavy on the skin.
  • It contains 5 Ceramides, Panthenol, and glycerin to moisturize and soothe.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dipropylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Methyl Trimethicone, Hydrogenated Poly(C6-14 Olefin), Shea Butter, 1,2-Hexanediol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dicaprylyl Ether, Cetearyl Olivate, Panthenol, Glyceryl Stearate, Behenyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Cocoa Seed Extract, 2,3-Butanediol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ng, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide As, Ceramide Ap, Cholesterol, Pentaerythrityl Distearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Glyceryl Stearate Se, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Cellulose Gum, Dextrin, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Olive Fruit Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Sage Oil, Citronellol, Tocopherol, Yellow 5 (Ci 19140).

5. [iUNIK] Beta Glucan Daily Moisture Cream

This is a Korean moisturizer that contains Beta-Glucan as its main ingredient and helps to moisturize the strengthen the skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It contains 3000mg Beta Glucan, Red Fruit Complex-KH, Centella Asiatica Extract, and Aloe Vera Leaf Powder that help to moisturize, soothe and protect sensitive skin.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Butylene Glycol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Beta-Glucan, Cetearyl Alcohol, Niacinamide, Cetearyl Isononanoate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Glyceryl Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitan Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Cetearyl Glucoside, Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Betaine, Prunus Salicina Fruit Extract, Raspberry Fruit Extract, Strawberry Fruit Extract, Peach Fruit Extract, Pomegranate Extract, Fig Fruit Extract, Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Aloe Vera Leaf Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Rooibos Extract, Licorice Root Extract, Myrrh Resin Extract, Sesame Leaf Extract, Yucca Schidigera Root Extract.

6. Skin1004’s Centella Soothing Cream

This is a soothing cream that contains three actual lipid components of the epidermis layer to help repair the skin barrier.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It contains Centella Asiatica Extract and 3 inter-skin lipid components (Ceramide, Fatty Acid, Cholesterol).

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Centella Asiatica Extract(72%), Glycerin, Propanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Cyclomethicone, Water, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trehalose, Caprylyl Methicone, C12-14 Pareth-12, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Xanthan Gum, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Tranexamic Acid, Coptis Chinensis Root Extract, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Dextrin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Beta-Glucan, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NS, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Phytosphingosine, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Cholesterol.

7. Beauty of Joseon – Dynasty Cream

This all-in-one cream is filled with ingredients like rice bran water, ginseng water, squalane, and niacinamide. These ingredients help to keep your skin hydrated and balanced.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It contains Rice bran water 29%, Ginseng root water 5%, Squalane 2%, and Niacinamide 2%.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Rice Bran Water, Glycerin, Panax Ginseng Root Water, Hydrogenated Polydecene, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Xanthan Gum, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Tromethamine, Safflower Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Coconut Oil, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Disodium EDTA, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Honey Extract, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Radish Seed Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Cocoa Seed Extract, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Dextrin, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract.

8. Isntree Hyaluronic Aqua Gel Cream

This is a Korean moisturizer that would be suitable for normal to oily or combo skin as it comes in a gel formula.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It is infused with 5 kinds of hyaluronic acids to provide intense hydration to your skin.
  • It is formulated with squalene extracted from olive oil to refine skin texture, aloe vera leaf juice to soothe irritated skin, and sodium PCA to prevent skin dryness.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Methylpropanediol, Coco-Ca prylate/Ca prate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Biosaccha ride Gum-1, Betaine, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Trehalose, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Centella Asiatica Extract, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Licorice Root Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Rosemary Leaf Extract, Matricaria Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium PC.A, Phytosqualane, lsostearyl Alcohol, Butylene Glycol Cocoate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Xanthan Gum, Ethylcellulose, Propanediol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin.

9. Rovectin – Lotus Water Cream

This is a moisturizer that contains 75% of Lotus Flower Extract to moisturize skin and Kaempferol, a well-known antioxidant helps restore balance and has anti-aging properties.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It is suitable for normal to oily or combo skin.
  • It has Aquaxyl that moisturizes dry skin from the inside out layer by layer.
  • It is free from parabens, artificial colorants, artificial fragrances, mineral oil, and steroids.
  • It also contains high contents of natural moisturizing factor (NMF) that further enhances moisture retention and prevents dryness or dehydration.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Water, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Panthenol, Cetearyl Olivate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Sorbitan Olivate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Allantoin, Trideceth10, Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol, Glucose.

10. Purito Deep Sea Pure Water Cream

This is another Korean moisturizer that should be suitable for normal to oily or combo skin as it is fast-absorbing, non-sticky, and brimming with minerals.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

Pros:

  • It is formulated with 60% Deep Sea Water with long-lasting hydration. It’s also infused with Sodium Hyaluronate and a Marine Complex of Glasswort, Sea Grapes, and Kelp to keep the skin hydrated.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Sea Water (60%), Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Niacinamide, Phenyl Trimethicone, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Ecklonia Cava Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Caulerpa Lentillifera Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Allantoin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Adenosine, Sorbitan Stearate, Sorbitan Oleate, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Carbomer, Arginine, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA.

Which of these products would be suitable for me?

We recommend going with the Cosrx – Advanced Snail 92 All-in-one Cream as it is suitable for normal to dry, oily, or combo skin.

The Illiyoon – Ceramide Cream, Mary & Mary – Intensive Cream, Dr. Jart’s – Moisturizing Cream, Skin1004’s Soothing Cream, and BOJ – Dynasty Cream should be suitable for normal to dry skin.

The Isntree Hyaluronic Aqua Gel Cream, Rovectin – Lotus Water Cream, and Purito Deep Sea Pure Water Cream should be suitable for normal to oily or combo skin.

Overall, all of these products will be suitable for normal to dry, oily, or combo skin as they are lightweight.