Which Korean serums work best
for sensitive skin?
Sensitive skin isn’t a capricious rebel — it’s skin that deserves endless attention. In K-Beauty, every serum is a gentle conversation with your skin. Here is our pick of the 5 best Korean serums for reactive skin.
The K-Beauty philosophy
Why Korean serums are sensitive skin’s best allies
In Korea, skincare isn't a battle but a gentle conversation with your skin. Serums, those concentrated elixirs, absorb quickly and work deep down without weighing skin down. For sensitive skin, the focus is on ingredients such as centella asiatica, green tea, niacinamide and aloe vera: natural heroes that calm redness and strengthen the skin barrier without irritating.
According to dermatology experts, these actives reduce inflammation by 15 to 20% in four weeks, while avoiding the irritation commonly caused by harsher Western actives. At Haru & Bom, we select brands such as Benton, Klairs and COSRX, which undergo rigorous testing on sensitive skin — often with an irritation index of zero.
“The K-Beauty philosophy: prevent rather than correct, hydrate rather than aggress.”
Haru & Bom — K-beauty on Reunion IslandOur selection
Top 5 serums for sensitive skin
Five Korean gems, chosen for their proven gentleness. Each one targets a specific need, but all of them excel at overall soothing.





The complete ritual
Your ideal ritual for sensitive skin
Work these serums into your daily dance: cleanse gently, tone, pat in your serum, seal with a cream and protect in the morning with SPF50+. Listen to your skin: if it turns red, space out applications. Consistency is key — in 4 weeks, you’ll see the difference.
- K-Beauty serums favour gentleness and prevention — centella, green tea, niacinamide.
- Visible results after 4 weeks of regular use.
- Start with 2 applications a week in the evening, then increase gradually.
- Always finish with a moisturiser and an SPF50+ in the morning — essential on Reunion Island.
- If it tingles: take a break and hydrate more — your skin is talking to you!
At Haru & Bom, we don’t just sell products, we offer tailored solutions. Need a discovery kit? Our Klairs Skincare Trial Kit is perfect for trying without commitment. Explore all our serums →
- Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology (2020) — Effectiveness of centella asiatica on sensitive skin
- International Journal of Molecular Sciences (2019) — Anti-inflammatory properties of green tea (EGCG)
- Dermatology and Therapy (2021) — Niacinamide and redness reduction
- Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology (2019) — Bakuchiol vs retinol on sensitive skin
- Skin Pharmacology and Physiology (2018) — Hyaluronic acid and skin hydration









