We totally get it, mornings are hard. Most days, you're likely rushing out the door to make it to school or work just barely on time. You might throw on a swipe of mascara and lip gloss and call it a day, but beauty experts agree there's one step you should never skip in your a.m. routine: sunscreen. No, sunscreen isn't a product you should reserve solely for trips to the beach. Here, top doctors explain the biggest reasons why you should put sunscreen on every morning, plus how to choose the right sunscreen for you.

There's a circulating skin care myth that says sunscreen isn't as important during the frigid winter months as it is during the summer. Sure, you're technically covering up more skin and probably spending less time outdoors, but this doesn't render the sun's UV rays any less potent. It's still essential to apply sunscreen every single day to areas that are exposed, including your face, hands and chest. Also, even if the sun is ninja-hiding behind clouds, it's still reaching your skin and causing damage. Don't take it from us, though — listen to these skin care experts!

The idea of infusing actual silk into your skin care products may seem just a little too luxurious. But hey, if we've got gold, caviar, diamonds, and rubies as legitimate ingredients in our creams and cosmetics, then why not indulge in one more of earth's must extravagant materials? Beyond just making you feel bourgeoisie AF, silk is actually super good for your skin. It's rich in amino acids, which help to strengthen the skin's barrier function to prevent and correct damage while also locking in moisture. It's also incredibly lightweight. The result? Smooth and, well, silky skin. Keep reading for a look at some of our favorite silk-infused skin care products.

Korean beauty brands are superstars when it comes to skin care innovation. They aren't afraid to try new or wacky ingredients (salmon sperm, anyone?), and often serve as brave pioneers when it comes to trends and formulations. That said, they also embrace the old school, medicinal ingredients of their country's long and winding past. In the Korean language, these traditional ingredients are referred to as "hanbang," and the skin care products we're talking about today put them in the spotlight. Whether shiny-new or tried-and-true, hanbang products take their cue from authentic Korean herbal medicines — and here are 7 of our favorites.

Never underestimate the power of a good night cream. After all, they're literally designed to give you better skin while you sleep... what could be better? They tend to come packed with skin-loving ingredients that aid things like collagen production and cell turnover — plus, they often boast a thicker texture that'll keep your complexion snug and cozy all night long.

If you have oily skin, you may be tempted to skip your moisturizer... but you shouldn't. It might seem counterintuitive, but oily skin needs hydration too — in fact, keeping your skin moisturized can actually help curb oil over-production, thus keeping your skin balanced.

I don't know if it's because I'm a mouth breather (thanks to some terrible allergies and a severely deviated septum that I'm too chicken to get surgically fixed), or some other form of genetic bad luck, but I have The Most Dry Lips.

Wouldn't it be nice if all the secrets to younger-looking skin were hidden in lotions, potions and OTC creams? The good news is that the best skin tightening creams can help prevent saggy skin, but you have to do your part, as well. In order to reap the benefits of the best skin tightening creams and other game-changing products, you have to make sure to have a well-rounded routine involving UV protection, healthy eating and adequate sleep.

We know glowing, radiant skin is the result of a good skincare routine, and one of the first steps you should take in your routine is addressing how to even out your skin tone. These reader-approved skin lightening creams and skin brightening products do just that, giving you smoother, brighter skin and lessening dark spots caused by sun damage and scarring. (There are also a few skin lightening creams that just don't live up to their name.)

There are so many buzzworthy skin care ingredients out there and it's easy to get overwhelmed. Heck, there are dozens of types of acids alone — and don't even get us started on all the different varieties of face oils.

"Don't forget to slather on your antioxidants!" is advice that's on par with "Make sure you eat all your veggies!" and "Wear sunscreen!" Or at least it should be.

Have you heard of multimasking before? It's pretty much exactly what it sounds like: It means you combine different types of face masks to target different skin care concerns. Few people have normal skin all over — some have oilier t-zones, some have drier patches, some have specific areas that are prone to breakouts, etc, etc — which makes applying a variety of masks a logical solution.

I've had a one track mind about my career, for, well, ever. I knew I was destined to be a writer from elementary school days, and I stayed focused on my quest toward bylines ever since. Over many years (jobs, leaps of faith, classes, lessons), I've been lucky to build a sustainable career in journalism, and I sincerely can't imagine doing anything else.

Have you heard the term "skintertainment" yet? The portmanteau is pretty self-explanatory... and it might just be the next big thing in the beauty world. More than ever, there are Instagrammable products that seek to wow us with their packaging and pretty, often glittery, formulas. Brands are starting to prioritize products that are as fun as they are functional — and we couldn't be more excited.

Usually, we associate capsules with pills and medicine — but in the beauty world lately, the word's started to take on a whole new meaning. The latest wave of capsules go beyond cold and flu season... and they're not meant for eating, either. You see, beauty capsules are designed to be applied topically to faces and they pack a potent punch: You can basically think of them as a potion for skin.

Before applying cosmetics, the perfect morning routine consists of a quick rinse, your favorite moisturizer and obviously SPF. However, there's one step you can add that makes a pretty big difference in not only your complexion but also the way your makeup holds up throughout the day.

You know all about the green and blue algae that grows in the ocean, but what about the hot pink algae that thrives in frigid climates? It sounds like something straight out of a cartoon but nature is lit, kids, and snow algae is 100% real.

Unfortunately, our skin doesn't respect our out-of-office and tends to keep following up, no matter how hard we're trying to be on vacation. Though travel can do wonders to help us relax, expand our universal perspective of the world and teach us about cultures vastly different than our own, there are other aspects that aren't exactly healthy. Or, rather, a benefit to our sensitive pores that tend to react to various environments. Circulating air on an airplane, a rainforest climate that induces instant sweating, a diet heavy in dairy, sugar and other acne-inducing ingredients and dehydration all contribute to breakouts on the go. Just because you're in South America, Europe or Asia, you don't have the luxury to sacrifice your skin care routine. Instead, taking care of your skin—especially if you're zit-prone—is a 24/7 gig. (Sorry.)

With your skin enduring cold winds and all that indoor heating this month, it could definitely use a pick-me-up. That's where hydrating masks come in. Guaranteed to perk up complexions with dewy excellence, these masks kick moisture up a notch and many include added benefits like anti-aging aides and stressed skin soothers.

Looking to give your skin care routine a makeover for the new year? Luckily, there are so many exciting new products to choose from... particularly in the world of Korean skin care and beauty. We asked K-beauty experts like Charlotte Cho (founder of Soko Glam and Then I Met You), Sarah Lee and Christine Chang (co-founders of Glow Recipe) and Alicia Yoon (founder of Peach & Lily) about all the new products they've been curating, creating and testing lately.