Laneige has fast become one of the UK’s most-loved Korean skincare brands, and it’s easy to see why. Their viral Lip Sleeping Mask took over TikTok earlier this year, sparking a wave of beauty obsessives discovering the rest of Laneige’s K-Beauty must-haves. From cleansers and toners to masks and moisturisers, Laneige has mastered the art of gentle yet effective skincare. Whether you’re chasing glass skin perfection or just want to elevate your beauty routine, we’ve created a step-by-step guide to the ultimate Laneige skincare routine, using the best of their K-Beauty products.
Laneige Skincare Routine Steps to Follow for Glass Skin
Korean skincare focuses on natural ingredients that treat the skin effectively without any harsh chemicals or nasties. True to form, Laneige avoids parabens and phthalates where possible, instead relying on proven staples like hyaluronic acid, ceramides, peptides, and antioxidants to deliver real results. Below, we’ve rounded up our favourite Laneige products for every skincare step. If you know anything about Korean skincare routines, you know whilst there are a lot of steps, your skin will be left glowing after following them.
1. Cleanse
Cleansing is the cornerstone of any good skincare routine, and Korean skincare takes it to new levels with double cleansing. This technique uses two types of cleansers – typically an oil-based cleanser, followed by a water-based cleanser – to thoroughly remove dirt, oil, and impurities to leave your skin fresh and ready for the next steps.
Use your favourite Korean cleansing oil and then follow up with the Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Cleansing Foam for your second cleanse. This Laneige cleanser is the perfect addition to your routine. Its bouncy foam texture and papain enzyme formula gently remove makeup residue and dirt without stripping the skin. The result? Soft, glowing, and refreshed skin. The perfect product to start off your Laneige routine with.
2. Use a Laneige Toner
Forget the harsh, drying toners of the past. Laneige has revolutionised toning with hydrating, skin-soothing formulas that prep your skin for maximum absorption of serums and creams, one of the many reasons we love Korean toners. Follow your double cleanse by sweeping your toner of choice over your face with a cotton pad. To continue with your Laneige routine, we love these products:
Cream Skin Cerapeptide Toner & Moisturiser: This milky, lightweight hybrid works wonders for dehydrated skin. Powered by Cerapeptide™, it deeply hydrates, strengthens the moisture barrier, and leaves skin visibly firmer.
Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Revitalising Toner: Ideal for tired or dull complexions, this toner is enriched with hyaluronic acid and Beta Pro-nol Complex™ to hydrate, strengthen, and revitalise your skin before the rest of your routine.
3. Apply a Laneige Serum
Korean serums are your secret weapon for targeting specific skin concerns like dullness, fine lines, and dark spots. Plus, they amplify the effects of the products you layer on top. It’s also worth bearing in mind that you’ll want different ingredients and results from your morning serum to your evening serum, so it’s worthwhile to invest in both AM and PM serums. These are our favourite Laneige serums to use day and night.
Morning: Use the Glowy Makeup Serum to prep your skin for makeup with a radiant, pearly finish. Enriched with ceramides and natural diamond mineral powder, it hydrates, regulates sebum, and leaves you with the perfect luminous base.
Night: Opt for the Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Serum, which deeply hydrates, firms, and smooths your skin while you sleep. The blend of peptides and blue hyaluronic acid delivers a healthy glow by morning.
4. Layer a Laneige Cream
So, when should you use a Laneige skin cream in your routine? It’s best to always follow your serum with a moisturiser and make sure you’re tailoring your cream for day and night. We recommend a lightweight moisturiser for the daytime to allow for easier foundation and makeup application. But for the evening, a thicker consistency can be absorbed overnight.
Morning: Try the Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Acid Cream Moisturiser. This rich yet fast-absorbing formula soothes redness, hydrates deeply, and strengthens the skin barrier—perfect for starting the day with a soft, plump complexion. Remember that you’ll need to follow your day cream with a Korean SPF before applying makeup. Find your new go-to in our guide to the best Korean sunscreens.
Night: Go for the water Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream, which offers intense hydration and barrier support. Its balm-to-cream texture is a lifesaver for dry, sensitive, or winter-worn skin.
5. Don’t Forget Eye Cream
The delicate skin around your eyes needs extra love, and Laneige has options for both day and night.
Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Eye Cream: Use morning and night for instant hydration and reduced puffiness and fine lines. Its lightweight formula absorbs quickly, leaving your eyes looking fresh.
Bouncy Firm Eye Sleeping Mask: Packed with a Peony & Collagen Complex™, peptides, and caffeine, this overnight mask brightens, firms, and hydrates while you sleep. Say goodbye to tired eyes and wake up with radiant, revitalised under eyes.
6. Treat Your Skin to a Laneige Sleeping Mask
Sleeping masks are where Laneige truly shines. These overnight treatments work overtime to hydrate, firm, and boost radiance while you rest. They truly are some of the best Korean face masks around. Add one into your routine 1-2 times a week for that coveted Laneige hydrated glow.
Bouncy & Firm Sleeping Mask: Using peptides and a Peony & Collagen Complex™, this mask deeply hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier, visibly minimising fine lines and boosting radiance over time.
Water Sleeping Mask: Hydrate and brighten your skin overnight with this lightweight mask. A patented probiotic-derived complex protects and strengthens the skin, while squalane locks in moisture for a healthy glow.
Cica Sleeping Mask: Perfect for acne-prone or irritated skin, this mask harnesses the power of centella asiatica to soothe, hydrate, and regenerate. Trust us—it’s a game changer.
7. Laneige Lip Care Essentials
No routine is complete without lip care. Laneige’s cult-favourite lip products will keep your pout hydrated and flake-free.
Day: The Lip Glowy Balm is perfect for on-the-go hydration. Enriched with shea and murumuru butters, it nourishes lips and adds a glossy, slightly tinted finish.
Night: Apply the Lip Sleeping Mask (one of the best Korean lip care products around) before bed to wake up with baby-soft lips. Packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, it gently exfoliates and deeply hydrates while you sleep. Explore all the best Laneige lip mask flavours to find your favourite.
Whether you’re looking to curate an entirely Laneige skincare routine or just add a few Laneige staples, these products are guaranteed to elevate your skincare game. Glass skin, pending.
