K-BEAUTY, ON YOUR KOREA TRIP
For international visitors shopping for Korean cosmetics. Find where to shop, what to read on a label, and what to check before paying.
A few good questions.
A more thoughtful beauty stop.
K-BEAUTY, AT YOUR OWN PACE
FIND YOUR BEAUTY
Start with the question on your mind.
THE BEAUTY EDIT
THE BEAUTYITEM DETAIL EDIT / PRIMERMakeup primer earns its place when you can name the part of your base you want to adjust: the application feel, a chosen finish or a particular area. For a simple Korean-inspired routine, start with the directions for your skincare and foundation, then see where the selected primer fits between them. You can keep the rest of the routine familiar while testing t..
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THE BEAUTYITEM FINISH EDIT · HIGHLIGHTERA small flash of light on the cheek can change the mood of a makeup look. The decision is where you want that light to appear and how visible you want the product to be when you turn away from it. This liquid vs powder highlighter guide focuses on placement, shine and control, whether your Korean makeup mood is restrained or deliberately glossy.Jang Won-yo..
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THE BEAUTYITEM FINISH EDIT · SETTING MAKEUPYou have finished your base, cheeks and eye makeup. The final step should have a purpose: soften the shine around your nose, keep a luminous cheek visible or try a mist over the completed look. Setting spray vs setting powder is a decision about how you want the makeup to finish. You can build a useful routine around one, both or neither, depending on t..
Read moreBEFORE YOU BUY
A little preparation helps you ask better questions in store.
Check the exact store or brand counter and its purchase conditions before you visit.
Check the product name, size, ingredients, directions, and cautions on the item you will buy.
Keep the receipt and check transport, packaging, and return conditions before purchase.
SOURCES & CORRECTIONS
When reading a guide, check its official sources, date, and the exact product or store it covers. Confirm current details with the relevant brand, store, or official service before a purchase.
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