5 Korean beauty hacks that can change the way your skin looks

This lockdown has made us all take real good care of ourselves. Right from our internal health to our external health, and people who are very particular about their skin, have been trying all the more ways to better their skin. So if you're someone who loves indulging in quality skincare and would wish to try out some oh-so-popular Korean beauty hacks, we've got you covered.

You can dip a muslin cloth in hot water and give your face a good massage with it. For this, you need to run your fingers in an upward to downward motion and then finish off with circular strokes. When you do this on a daily basis, it helps in exfoliating and deep cleansing your skin. This in turn gives your face a firm texture in just a few weeks.

This one is quite a trick to practice. Hang a few wet towels in your bedroom when you are off to sleep. This will humidify your skin and keep it moist throughout the entire night. Guess that's what is called beauty sleep.

Koreans have a very innovative way of indulging in a home facial. For this one, you need to layer your face generously with cream and simply tap your fingers all over in a circular motion. Cover each and every part of your face from the chin to the forehead. This exercise will enhance blood circulation in the face and give it a natural glow.

You must have heard of how facial yoga has helped several people out there. These exercises have anti-ageing benefits. However, Koreans have a simpler version of facial exercises. They simply practice A-E-I-O-U on repeat. Give yourself 5 seconds to pronounce each vowel. Practicing this mouth exercise will stretch your facial muscles, increase blood flow and remove fine lines.

Barley tea is usually served in Korean restaurants. It is given to Korean babies in order to improve their skin. It is said that barley tea can add a natural glow to your face by improving blood circulation. It is loaded with an amino acids that help in promoting the formation of collagen and elasticity in your skin. It also works well if you wish to shed some kilos.