10 Korean Vaseline Hacks for Your Night Routine
Here are 10 Korean Vaseline hacks that let you do your skincare while you sleep. I’ll break down exactly what to mix with Vaseline and the precise ratios, so take notes on these Korean Vaseline overnight routines right here.
10 Korean Vaseline Hacks to Do Before Bed
1. Vaseline Egg Yolk Mask
1 tbsp Vaseline + 1 egg yolk + 1 tsp honey
Melt the Vaseline in the microwave for about 10 seconds. Gently mix the egg yolk, the slightly melted Vaseline, and the honey. Apply the mask to your face and wash it off after 10 to 15 minutes.
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If the Vaseline is too hot, the egg will cook, so only microwave it until the texture melts a little. Putting a dry sheet mask on top keeps it from dripping.
2. Vaseline + Milk Heel Mask
Vaseline 1 : milk 1
Don’t know what to mix with Vaseline, but looking for really easy combo? Mix Vaseline and milk and apply it to dry, rough areas like your heels and elbows, and your skin gets so smooth. For your heels, apply this milk and Vaseline mix, seal it with plastic wrap, and rinse it off with warm water after 30 minutes. It works so well that you can see a lot of the dead skin gone after just one try.
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Do it often, and you’ll end up with smooth heels for good. Any plain jar works, like the Vaseline Original Healing Jelly.
3. La Roche-Posay Cicaplast + Vaseline
1 tbsp Cicaplast Balm B5 + 1 tsp Vaseline
Mix La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 and Vaseline and apply it, and you’ll feel your skin deeply hydrated even after you wake up.
4. Bepanthen (Dexpanthenol) + Vaseline
When you apply Bepanthen, which contains dexpanthenol, together with Vaseline, the dexpanthenol (provitamin B5) helps calm and repair your skin barrier, while Vaseline seals it in so it keeps working all night. It’s the overnight fix Koreans reach for when their skin feels dry, tight, or irritated, like after too much exfoliating or a cold, windy day.
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Want the daytime version? I shared how Koreans use this combo as a moisture bomb cream in my [Korean Vaseline Skincare post]
5. Retinol + Vaseline Overnight
This one must be a Vaseline overnight routine because of retinol. Apply a small amount of retinol, a wrinkle-fighting ingredient, then a thin layer of Vaseline on top, and the retinol sinks deep into your skin overnight to help it renew. Try it with the Celimax Vita A Retinal Shot.
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Because Vaseline boosts absorption, if you’re new to retinol, start with a small amount and give your skin time to adjust.
6. AHC Eye Cream + Vaseline
Apply AHC eye cream under your eyes first, then layer Vaseline on top. AHC eye cream is always one of the best sellers at Olive Young.
7. Vitamin C Serum + Vaseline
One of my favorite Vaseline overnight skincare. Let the vitamin C serum absorb into your face, then finish with Vaseline. It helps with dull skin tone and dark spots.
8. Vaseline + Apple Cider Vinegar for Dark Spots
1 tbsp Vaseline + 1 drop apple cider vinegar (just a tiny amount)
If you are stressed about dark spots, this Korean Vaseline hack is for you! Mix them and apply a thin layer on dark spots or blemishes, then rinse with lukewarm water after 5 to 10 minutes. The acetic acid in apple cider vinegar helps exfoliate and fade pigmentation, and Vaseline keeps moisture from evaporating.
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Stick to one! drop. More vinegar doesn’t mean faster results.
9. Cetaphil + Vaseline for Neck Wrinkles
Vaseline 1 : Cetaphil cream 1
Mix Vaseline and Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream and apply it to your neck.
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This went viral on Threads among people in their 30s~40s.
10. Body Lotion + Vaseline + Olive Oil
Vaseline 3 : olive oil 1
Apply body lotion to dry areas first. Then mix Vaseline and olive oil at a 3:1 ratio and apply it all over your body.
Before You Try These
If your skin feels irritated or you notice any breakouts, stop using it right away, wash it off, and talk to a dermatologist. Always patch test first. This post is for informational purposes only and isn’t medical advice.
FAQ
Is it okay to leave Vaseline on overnight?
Yes. Koreans use Vaseline as the last layer of their night routine to lock in the products underneath. If you have oily or acne-prone skin, keep it to dry spots like your heels, elbows, or under your eyes.
What can you mix with Vaseline for glowing skin?
For your face, Koreans mix Vaseline with egg yolk and honey, Cicaplast Balm B5, or layer it over vitamin C serum. For your body, Vaseline with milk or olive oil keeps heels and dry skin soft and smooth.
Can you use Vaseline with retinol?
Yes. Apply a small amount of retinol first, then a thin layer of Vaseline. Since Vaseline boosts absorption, retinol beginners should start small and let their skin adjust.
Glow From the Inside, Too
These Korean Vaseline hacks take care of your skin from the outside. But what if your best skincare isn’t in your bathroom, but in your kitchen? I put together a 7-day meal plan with the Korean home recipes that gave me the best skin of my life.
