Korean beauty, or K-beauty, has taken the world by storm in recent years, and 2023 was no different. With its innovative ingredients, adorable packaging, and focus on achieving that coveted "glass skin" look, K-beauty products have become a staple in many skincare routines. But with so many new products hitting the shelves every day, it can be hard to keep up with the latest trends. That's why we’ve put together a list of the most buzzworthy K-beauty products of 2023, so you can stay ahead of the curve.
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1. Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask EX
First on the list? The lip mask that’s on everyone’s desk. They’re essential for keeping dull, dry lips at bay, and if you’re looking to add one to your kit, this one from Laneige is worth trying. Enhanced with berries, coconut oil, and vitamin C, it deeply nourishes your lips, providing long-lasting hydration, while antioxidants address dullness and protect your lips from external stressors.
2. Rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint
As the clean girl look and minimal makeup are going viral, this tint from Rom&nd undoubtedly deserves a spot among the most loved K-beauty products of 2023. This lightweight lip tint is hydrating, gives a glossy finish without the annoyance of stickiness, and has a rich colour payoff, staying put all day long.
3. Blessed Moon Eye Kit
The Blessed Moon Eye Kit contains 31 capsules, one for each day of the month. Loaded with antioxidants as well as vitamins C, B, and E, this kit helps with premature ageing, repairs free radical damage and protects your skin from any further damage. These potent ingredients maintain and enhance the natural glow and health of your skin.
4. Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream
Packed with chamomile, argan oil, shea butter, peptides and ceramides, it is ideal for acne-prone and dry skin. This product not only reduces acne scars and blemishes but also moisturises the skin. The star ingredient, Guaiazulene, calms skin inflammation and regenerates new skin cells.
5. COSRX Advanced Snail 92 All in One Cream
One of the most-loved and high-demand K-beauty skincare products is the COSRX cream loaded with 92% Snail Mucin filtrate. Known for its moisturising capabilities sans the oiliness, making it suitable for every skin type. Snail mucin, along with vitamin B5 and hyaluronic acid, prevents breakouts, maintains skin elasticity, and soothes the skin. This cream should be a staple in your kit if dewy and moisturised skin is your skincare goal for the year 2024.
6. Belif Hungarian Moisture Binder Water Essence
The Belif Hungarian Moisture Binder Water Essence is a lightweight, ultra-hydrating essence that instantly quenches thirsty skin and leaves it feeling soft, supple, and refreshed. Made with a blend of Hungarian thermal water, botanical extracts, and hyaluronic acid, this essence delivers a burst of moisture that penetrates deep into the skin, providing long-lasting hydration without any greasiness or stickiness. It's perfect for all skin types, especially those with dry or dehydrated skin.
7. Thank You Farmer Sun Project Silky Calming Sun Stick
It was everywhere this year, and for good reason. The Thank You Farmer Sun Project Silky Calming Sun Stick is a sunscreen hero waiting to be your new go-to. This convenient stick format makes sun protection a breeze, gliding smoothly onto skin and leaving a soft, matte finish. Its mineral-based formula with centella asiatica and calamine soothes and protects, ideal for all skin types, even sensitive ones. Bonus points for its water resistance and blue light shielding, making it perfect for everyday wear under makeup or on outdoor adventures.
