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Korean Makeup on a Budget: Products for $50 and under!
Do you love Korean beauty and want to try out a new KPOP idol look? Whatever the reason, Daebak Company has gathered some Korean beauty products for you that won’t make your wallet cry! Plus check out our tips below to rock that flawless and glamorous Korean makeup look!
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What Kind of Makeup Do Koreans Wear?
From primer to highlighter, there are multiple steps and products to achieve the natural Korean makeup look. A softer look is more common that uses brighter and lighter shades, for a clean, glass-like finish. Koreans also like to enhance their features through light layers of makeup to achieve a glowy look.
Base
Primer
To rock the glass-skin effect that Koreans are known for, start with a dewy primer, after washing and moisturizing your face. Check out CLIO’s Pre-Step Core Prime or CLIO’s Pre-Step Tone Up Primer. These two primers are a great way to get that natural base that is always popular and set your skin up perfectly for foundation.
Foundation
Next step is foundation with many Koreans using cushion foundation to blend out imperfections and to make the skin look smoother overall. Try ETUDE Double Lasting Cushion Cover and MAKEHEAL 1PL Foundaiser for a good coverage if applied in a thin layer. For a more accurate application, take a look at ETUDE Double Lasting Cushion Cover and MAKEHEAL 1PL Foundaiser that will leave your skin looking smooth and moisturized.
Concealer
For concealer, Koreans opt for spot coverage that helps to brighten the face and diminish dark spots. Some affordable options include the Moolda Skin Fit Cover Concealer, Peripera Double Longwear Cover Concealer, and LUNA Long Lasting Tip Concealer. A thin layer of foundation followed by concealer over dark spots creates that natural looking base!
Eyebrows
To help shape your face, Koreans go in with a lighter color that matches their hair. Check out this brow mascara that can be easily applied in seconds saving you precious time. It even has a color guide so you can match it to your hair color perfectly! If you want to go for a more skillful approach try this eyebrow kit from 3CE to get that perfect eyebrow shape.
Blush
Koreans often apply blush to add color back into the face and make it appear more youthful which this bright blush by ETUDE does exactly that! If you are going for a more subtle look, this Dear Dahlia blush is perfect for you. And if you’re already an expert then use this two shade I’M MEME blush and mix the colors to create your own special shade!
Contour
Koreans are not as heavy on the contour as Westerners are. But you can pair this powder brush contour set with this contour to enhance your features such as your nose bridge or jaw. Soft application of the contour helps maintain that smooth and natural look.
Eyes
Eyes are the main focal point in Korean beauty with the main objective of a softer and more natural look. Natural eyelashes are the go to and its the eyeshadow where the magic happens. Try this eyeshadow by JENNYHOUSE or the popular INNISFREE Twinkle Glitter along with the iconic aegyo sal to rock your look and own it!
Lips
Gradient lips with a glossy look is the classic in Korean makeup. Lip tint is your best friend when it comes to Korean makeup. Lip tints are well known for their long lasting and pigmented formula that gives the lips the best oomph. Try this lip rose lip treatment balm to get your lips to perfection before applying lip tint. One of the most popular tints is the CLIO Dewy Syrup Tint and you can also apply it as a blush!
A Shopping Spree is Calling Me!
Now that you have learned about affordable Korean makeup beauty products, what are you waiting for? Go ahead and see more of what Daebak Company has to offer you! You can use our products to achieve that natural, radiant, and glowing look you’ve been striving for! You’ll find a wide selection of beauty products, with limited edition items on sale now!
Why is Korean makeup so natural Change Section Type
Korean makeup looks so natural due to light application and dewy finish focusing on a more soft and subtle look almost like not wearing makeup. Koreans also want to look like idols and many idols feature a clean and natural makeup look.
What is the trend in Korean Makeup in 2023?
Like most years, KPOP idols dominate the makeup industry, and this year is no exception. Aespa's Karina and IVE's Wonyoung strut the red carpet as role models for Korean makeup with their powdery velvety skin and plump juicy lips and with natural feathery brows.
What are some Korean brands for beginners?
For beginners brands to look for include Laneige, Mamonde, Etude House, Sulwhasoo, CLIO, espoir and Innisfree. You can find these and more at Olive Young, but no need to travel to Korea, the Daebak Company can bring these right to your doorstep!
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