The 1025 Dokdo line was the collection that put Round Lab on the map. Named after the coordinates of Ulleungdo — a volcanic island off the eastern coast of Korea surrounded by some of the most mineral-rich waters in the region — the entire line is built on deep sea water harvested from those waters. That deep sea water contains 72 nature-derived minerals including calcium, magnesium, potassium, and zinc, and it serves as the hydrating and balancing foundation across every product in the collection.
The Dokdo Toner alone ranked first in the toner/mist category at the 2025 Olive Young Awards — the largest beauty retail chain in Korea — and continues to be one of the most repurchased K-beauty products globally. But the toner is just one piece of a full routine. Here's what each product in the collection does, who it's for, and how to build a routine from it.
"Powered by deep seawater and designed to gently exfoliate while replenishing moisture, the 1025 Dokdo Toner has earned significant recognition in Korea's beauty market." — Caribbean E Magazine
What Makes Ulleungdo Deep Sea Water Different
Deep sea water is sourced from depths where sunlight doesn't reach, which means it's naturally free from surface-level contaminants and rich in minerals that have concentrated over centuries of slow ocean circulation. The Ulleungdo deep sea water used in the Dokdo line contains 72 minerals that support skin hydration, pH balance, and barrier function. It's not just a marketing story — the mineral content is what gives the entire line its ability to hydrate and balance across all skin types without heaviness, irritation, or excess oil.
Every Product in the Collection
1025 Dokdo Toner — the foundation of every routine
The 1025 Dokdo Toner is the product that defines the line. Deep sea water minerals and hyaluronic acid in a watery, layerable formula that preps the skin and delivers hydration that builds with each layer. One layer for a quick morning routine, two to three layers for deeper hydration in the evening or during drier seasons. It also gently balances pH after cleansing, which helps everything that follows absorb more effectively. This is the product most people try first — and the one they keep repurchasing long after they've explored the rest of the collection.
1025 Dokdo Cleanser — the gentlest daily wash
The 1025 Dokdo Cleanser uses amino acid surfactants at a low pH to clean without stripping. Ceramide NP and hyaluronic acid built into the formula mean the cleanser actively supports the barrier during the wash rather than depleting it. It works across all skin types and is gentle enough for twice-daily use — the universal starting cleanser for anyone who doesn't know what their skin needs yet or for anyone whose current cleanser leaves their face feeling tight.
1025 Dokdo Cleansing Oil — the nighttime first step
The 1025 Dokdo Cleansing Oil dissolves sunscreen, makeup, and sebum through emulsification. Evening primrose, meadowfoam, avocado, and grapeseed oils do the dissolving while ceramide NP and hyaluronic acid protect the barrier throughout the cleanse. Apply to a dry face, massage for 30 to 60 seconds, add water until it turns milky, then rinse. The oil cleanser followed by the Dokdo Cleanser is the double cleanse pairing that started the cleansing duo guide — the most thorough evening cleanse without any barrier damage.
1025 Dokdo Lotion — lightweight moisture for oily and combination skin
The 1025 Dokdo Lotion is a fluid-weight moisturizer with triple hyaluronic acid and deep sea water minerals. It absorbs almost instantly without leaving shine or heaviness, which makes it the moisturizer of choice for oily and combination skin types that need hydration but can't tolerate rich creams. It also layers perfectly under sunscreen without pilling — the step between toner and SPF that keeps the skin comfortable without competing with anything on top of it.
1025 Dokdo Toner Pad — toner, exfoliation, and mask in one
The 1025 Dokdo Toner Pad delivers deep sea water minerals and allantoin in a pre-soaked pad with a dual-sided design — a textured side for gentle physical exfoliation and a smooth side for delivering the hydrating essence. It replaces your toner step on busy mornings, doubles as a mini mask when pressed against the skin for two to three minutes, and provides light exfoliation that keeps dead skin from building up between your regular exfoliation sessions.
How to Build a Full Routine from the Dokdo Line
The Dokdo collection can serve as a complete routine on its own: Dokdo Cleansing Oil (PM) → Dokdo Cleanser → Dokdo Toner (2-3 layers) → Dokdo Lotion → SPF (AM).
For treatment concerns like dark spots or sensitivity, layer in a serum or ampoule from another line between toner and lotion — the Vita Niacinamide Dark Spot Serum for brightening or the Pine Calming Cica Ampoule for calming. The Dokdo line handles the core routine, and other lines plug in for targeted treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What skin type is the Dokdo line best for?
The Dokdo line works across all skin types, which is what makes it the most universally recommended starting point. Oily skin benefits from the lightweight textures. Dry skin benefits from the toner layering. Sensitive skin tolerates the gentle, low-pH formulations. If you don't know what your skin needs yet, start with Dokdo.
Which product should I try first?
The Dokdo Toner is the most impactful single product to add to any existing routine. It goes between cleanser and moisturizer and immediately improves hydration, absorption, and the effectiveness of everything that follows. It's also the most affordable entry point to the line.
Can I mix Dokdo products with other Round Lab lines?
The Dokdo line is designed to be the foundation that other lines build on. The cleanser, toner, and lotion handle the core routine, and products like the Vita Niacinamide Serum, Pine Cica Ampoule, or Birch Cream layer in for specific concerns. Mixing lines is encouraged — the formulas are all compatible.
What does "1025" mean?
1025 refers to the coordinates of Ulleungdo Island, the source of the deep sea water used throughout the collection. It's a geographic marker that connects every product in the line to a specific place and a specific water source rather than a generic ingredient.
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