Korean makeup: radiant skin and lightweight textures

Natural radiance, minimal makeup, and maximum skincare – the trend that launched the K-beauty revolution continues to conquer the world. Korean makeup leaves no room for excess: everything is designed to highlight healthy skin and its inner glow.

We’ve created a list of the best products from Korean brands to help you recreate this effect, from perfectly light coverage to delicate accents on the lips.

Erborian CC Crème 

A lightweight CC cream that evens out skin tone and illuminates the complexion

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An emulsion with micro-pigments that "reveal" themselves upon application and adapt to your skin tone. The semi-transparent coverage evens out the complexion, conceals redness, and gives a well-groomed appearance. It also soothes the skin thanks to Centella Asiatica extract. It works as a foundation, skincare, and primer all in one.

Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF42 PA+++

A BB cream with full coverage and anti-aging effects

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One of the first Korean BB creams to become an international bestseller. Provides coverage comparable to foundation but remains weightless. The formula includes hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and arbutin. Ideal for those looking to cover pigmentation or post-acne marks without overloading the skin.

Clio Kill Cover Mesh Glow Cushion

A cushion for glossy, hydrated-looking skin

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Offers medium coverage with a radiant finish, making skin look "plumped" and fresh. Convenient for touch-ups, easy to layer, and doesn't emphasize dry patches. Often used as a second step over BB cream to "gloss" the face. Contains niacinamide and a patented True Moisture complex.

Holika Holika Piece Matching Eyeshadow

Eyeshadows with a soft texture and wet-look shine

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The oil-based formula allows for easy blending with fingers, creating a “natural skin” effect. Bestsellers include shades #G02 (golden champagne shimmer) and #M04 (peachy beige nude). The shadows don’t flake and last all day.

Etude The Real Eye Brow Auto

An angled pencil for natural-looking brows

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This product makes brows look soft and natural. Thanks to the dry texture and muted color palette (grey-brown tones), brows appear natural even without gel. One side features an automatic pencil, the other a spoolie brush.

Peripera Ink Airy Velvet

A creamy tint with a velvety finish and rich color

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Ink Velvet is one of Peripera’s most popular products. Unlike the serum version, this tint has a thicker mousse texture that applies like a veil while being richly pigmented. Comfortable to wear, it doesn’t dry out the lips and lasts all day. Suitable for both full coverage and gradient lip effects.

3CE Take A Layer Multi Pot

A versatile 3-in-1 product for cheeks, lips, and eyes

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The creamy texture melts into the skin and blends effortlessly. It gives the effect of a "healthy flush," as if you’ve just come back from a beach stroll. The most popular shade is #Cabbage Rose. Monochromatic makeup – one of K-beauty’s favorite techniques – is easy to achieve with the Multi Pot.