Korean beauty, often shortened to “K-beauty,” is one of the leading trendsetters in the world of cosmetics. These exciting and innovative products and procedures are admired for their results and have become immensely popular around the world. These trends encompass a wide variety of products, procedures, treatments, supplements, and more, and all are designed to enhance one’s natural beauty while improving the health of their skin.
Many people are drawn to Korean beauty trends because of their unique products, transformative effects, and holistic approach to beauty that prioritizes skin health. If you are interested in these trends and the results they can offer, then please schedule a consultation with one of the providers at Skin Perfect Medical Aesthetics.
We have been faithfully serving Southern California for 20 years and offer our patients the latest, most innovative products for stunning results. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to call one of our offices and speak with one of our expert staff members.
About Korean Beauty Trends
South Korea has emerged as one of the biggest leaders in beauty and skincare trends. This expansive industry encompasses thousands of products and techniques. The historical roots of Korean Beauty can be traced back centuries when traditional practices were utilized to ensure skin health, longevity, and vitality. Some key components of modern K-beauty include multi-step skincare routines, the use of sheet masks. Products often incorporate nourishing ingredients like snail mucin, hyaluronic acid, and anti-aging serums. The merging of art, science, and biology exemplified by K-beauty fosters an inclusive community that empowers individuals to embrace their unique features.
Korean Beauty Trends Today
Glass Skin
“Glass skin” is a term that refers to skin that is healthy, hydrated, smooth, and shining. It is often characterized as being free of wrinkles, blemishes, and other disruptions. This beauty trend has emerged as a way to showcase natural beauty without makeup. A focus on skincare and skin health, as opposed to coverage with heavy makeup, has led to glass skin becoming a major trend.
This trend represents a consumer shift from makeup to natural, effortless beauty that does not require significant upkeep and maintenance. (1) Skin routines to achieve glass skin should focus on cleansing twice, once with an oil-based cleanser and again with a water-based one. Exfoliators, toners, essences, serums, moisturizers, and sunscreens are also key steps in achieving glass skin. The main ingredients to look for in these products are hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and vitamin C. These all work to exfoliate the skin, promote the growth of new skin cells, stimulate collagen production, and trap moisture.
Matte Skin
Matte skin is a newer trend in Korean Beauty that contrasts the glowing radiance of glass skin. Instead of a bright, glass-like glow on the skin, matte skin still leaves the skin smooth and flawless, but with less shine. (2) This is achieved with a method called “Jamsu,” which roughly translates to “submerge.” After one applies their primer, foundation, and concealer, they apply baby powder onto their face and submerge their face into a sink or bowl filled with cool water.
After the skin is dried, subtle makeup can be applied. The result is smooth, healthy looking skin with a beautiful matte finish that can last all day. While this trend incorporates more makeup than the glass skin trend, it still prioritizes skin health.
Klardie
Klardie is a new brand that we are proud to carry at Skin Perfect Medical Aesthetics. Their specially formulated compounds make for nourishing products that can help clients achieve glass skin. Klardie aligns with the principles of K-beauty, offering products that combine traditional Korean herbal remedies with modern technology. Klardie’s various products all contain hyaluronic acid, which is vital to our skin’s health. Hyaluronic acid (HA) can bind with large amounts of water molecules to provide strength and hydration to the skin. It is naturally produced by our bodies, but introducing an influx of hyaluronic acid to the skin can promote healthier-looking, more elastic, more hydrated skin.
We currently offer the Dia and Ruby Klardie solutions. Both have proven to be beneficial in improving skin health to achieve a more flawless appearance. In addition to hyaluronic acid, Klardie also contains niacinamide, ascorbyl glucoside, glutathione, and countless other important compounds that are derived from natural sources like green tea leaves, ginger, ginseng, and more.
Gradient Lips
Gradient lips, also known as ombre lips, are a trend in Korean Beauty that creates an elegant gradient look in the coloring of the lips. A darker, redder lipstick shade is placed on the inside of the lips near the opening of the mouth and is blended into a lighter pink toward the edge of the lips. The inverse of this technique can also have beautiful results.
One of the key parts of a successful gradient lip look is proper exfoliation of the lips. Having full, plump lips when applying the gradient lip look can further emphasize the lips. If your lips lack volume or if you would like to give them a little extra rejuvenation, we have dozens of dermal fillers and injectables that can help you enhance your look.
Korean Sunscreen
Korean skincare routines often emphasize sunscreen as their final step for a much-needed layer of protection from the sun’s harmful rays. Adding sunscreen not only helps to keep your skin protected, but it also helps prevent an increase of rosacea, eczema, and acne, as it can establish a barrier that keeps your skin and the nourishing products on your skin protected from harmful external elements.
One product that has grown in popularity is the SPF patch. South Korean golfers have been wearing these on their cheeks and below their eyes for years, but these have now moved into the general consumer market because of their protective properties. These can also be infused with the same compounds found in hydrating skin masks to offer convenient protection with on-the-go skincare benefits.
Benefits
There are thousands, if not millions of skincare products on the market. Korean Beauty products stand out because they have a focus on holistic care and skin health. All Korean Beauty products — from facewash to lipstick — are made with compounds that benefit the skin. Their focus is beauty in the short term and skin health in the long term. When you use Korean products in your beauty and skincare routines, you can expect:
- Enhanced skin hydration: Techniques like moisturizing and double cleansing offer thorough skin hydration and result in a more youthful complexion.
- Radiant complexion: A focus on quality ingredients and consistent routines can help create glowing, vibrant appearances for all skin types.
- Improved texture: Regularly following a skincare regimen created by one of the Skin Perfect professionals can reduce the prominence of wrinkles, rough patches, blemishes, red spots, acne, scars, and more.
- Anti-aging effects: Hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and other compounds commonly found in K-Beauty products have strong anti-aging properties that can help you combat the dulling effects that aging can have on the skin.
- Personalized treatments: Skin Perfect Medical Aesthetics helps each individual find an effective treatment for their skin type.
- Low-maintenance beauty: Focusing on skin health rather than makeup means that you get to showcase a natural look with less effort.
Who is Korean Beauty Right For?
Anyone can benefit from K-Beauty products and treatments. If you are interested in plumping your lips, achieving glass skin, and more, we recommend that you schedule a personal consultation with one of the experts at Skin Perfect Medical Aesthetics.
Our staff is knowledgeable about current trends and the products that can help you achieve them. Like any beauty regimen, it is important to be in good overall health, not smoke, and be willing to work with our professionals to achieve optimal results. Skincare and beauty, however, are not one-and-done procedures. There is almost always a bit of trial and error required when finding the right treatment for a client, which is why starting with a consultation appointment is so important. When you meet with one of our specialists, you can discuss your appearance goals and your routines so far. With this information collected, we can show you the products and treatments available to help you achieve healthier looking skin. Once we have found the treatments that work, you may be able to enjoy clearer, smoother skin and a glowing, radiant complexion.
Cost of Korean Beauty Products in Southern California
The total cost of the Korean Beauty products used in your skin care regimen will depend on what is being treated, your current skin health, and more. The price of these various products also depends on the brand, amount, quality, and more.
You will receive a cost estimate at your first consultation appointment once you have discussed your goals with your skin professional. If you have any questions about procedures, payments, pricing, or anything else, please feel free to contact any of our Southern California offices and get the information you need!
FAQ
What is “Glass Skin?”
Glass skin is the beauty trend where skin is hydrated, smooth, and shiny.
What products are used for Korean beauty trends?
Dermal fillers, injections, chemical peels, facials, and more can all help you achieve K-Beauty trends.
Why are Korean skincare regimens so extensive?
These skincare regimens are so extensive because they help the skin in many different ways. Exfoliation, double cleansing, hydrating, healing, and protection from the sun are just some of the many ways these skincare regimens help you achieve and maintain your beauty.
How can K-Beauty help my acne?
Korean Beauty has various cleansers, exfoliators, hydrators, and more that can clean your skin of oils, dirt, and bacteria and prevent future acne from developing.
References
- Murden K. How to Get Glass Skin, According to K-beauty Experts. Vogue. Published April 24, 2024. https://www.vogue.com/article/how-to-get-glass-skin-k-beauty
- Knack T. The Klog. The Klog. Published November 4, 2016. Accessed October 24, 2024. https://theklog.co/jamsu-k-beauty-trend-matte-skin/