The latest Korean beauty products to try
The newest masks, cleansers and cushions at every price point.
We are always looking to South Korea for beauty inspiration. Besides being the land where unusual skincare routines come from, it's also where you can find some of the world's most innovative (see: cushion compacts) and effective beauty products.
Have you been looking for a new item to incorporate in your beauty routine? Then lay your eyes on these fresh K-beauty offerings that you can buy here in Singapore. Say hello to your new beauty staples now.
Etude House Monster Oil In Cleansing Water, $17.90.
Most celebrities swear by this beauty tip — never go to bed with makeup on. To get it all off before you hit the sack, cleanse with this new powerhouse makeup remover. The one-step formula is all you need to effectively remove all traces of makeup and impurities from the face, eyes and lips. Our favourite part: No oily residue.
Caolion Magic Black Powder Massage Peeling Gel, $45.
If your skin is looking rough and dull, give this triple-threat cleanser, exfoliator and hydrator a go. Its gel texture changes upon contact with the skin to function as a moisture mask to deliver nourishment. Leave it on for two minutes, then gently massage it over skin to remove makeup residue, impurities and dead skin cells. Rinse off to reveal a glow.
Aprilskin Perfect Magic Cover Fit Cushion, $47.
Unlike other long-lasting foundations that can dry out the skin, this full-coverage formula is infused with ultra-hydrating ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, as well as lotus and aloe extracts so skin is kept fresh all day long.
Innisfree No Sebum Lucky Edition, $10 each.
This popular K-beauty item — a sebum-controlling loose powder that absorbs excess oil on skin to leave it looking matte and fresh — now comes in 12 special packaging designs, each featuring a precious birthstone to bring its owner good fortune. Within each case, you’ll also find a lucky message! Available from 1 May.
Cremorlab Herb Tea Pure Calming Mask, from $5 for a sheet to $42 for a box of 10 sheets.
This soothing and hydrating facial treat is chock-full of herb tea and botanical extracts that will calm red and sensitive skin. These masks are made with an eco-friendly fabric that adheres well to skin to promote optimal absorption of the ingredients.
Laneige Layering Cover Cushion & Concealing Base, $43.
Cushion compacts are a staple in our beauty bags, thanks to their multitasking formulas and spill-proof packaging. Can the cushion compact get any better than it is? Yes, apparently, and the answer is Laneige’s new double-duty compact, which offers two different cushions — concealer and foundation — in one. So clever.
Sulwhasoo Snowise Exfoliating Mask, $85.
Got no time to mask? Save previous minutes by using this convenient rinse-off formula in the shower and let it work while you shampoo and soap. It’s packed with finely ground white ginseng powder and extract that promise to brighten and smoothen skin, and also contains a hydrating Korean herbal medicinal complex, as well as honey to nourish.
