Archive · 30 Jul 2026
Korean Skincare May Not Suit Indian Skin Types
Korean beauty products are very popular in India, especially the idea of having a shiny, glass‑like skin.
A doctor from Kolkata, Arunima Ray, says that Indian skin is different from Korean skin.
The hot, humid weather in India can make the 10‑step Korean routine cause clogged pores and breakouts.
Some Korean sunscreens can leave a white or gray mark on darker skin.
Using many strong ingredients at once can irritate sensitive skin.
Because of these differences, Indian people should choose products that are made for their own skin type.
Korean ‘glass skin’ trend is popular among young Indians.
Dermatologist Arunima Ray warns that Indian skin genetics differ from Korean.
Humid Indian climate can cause clogged pores and breakouts with a 10‑step K‑beauty routine.
Korean mineral sunscreens may leave a white cast on deeper skin tones.
Overuse of active ingredients like snail mucin can irritate sensitive Indian skin.
- Who
- Dermatologist Arunima Ray
- What
- Warns that Korean skincare routines may not suit Indian skin types
- Where
- Kolkata, India
- Why
- Differences in genetics, climate, and primary skin concerns
- Expert
- Arunima Ray
- Hospital
- Narayana RN Tagore Hospital, Mukundapur, Kolkata
- Skin Concerns
- Pigmentation, clogged pores, hyperpigmentation
- Climate
- Humid
- Product Issue
- White cast from Korean mineral sunscreens