2024 Must-Buy Korean Beauty! Top 10 Korean Skincare and Makeup Products

The latest Korean makeup recommendations are here! As one of the dominant players in the beauty kingdom, travelers must do their homework before departure and buy all the makeup and skincare products at once~ This article lists 10 popular Korean brands that you can buy easily without any mishaps! We previously introduced Korean tax refund strategies, with a minimum purchase of 30,000 won (approximately HK$170), you can get a 3~6.7% refund, the tax refund threshold is not high, as long as you buy everything at once in the same store, you can easily get your hands on products at a lower price!

The first is a Korean skincare brand that has become popular in recent years. It focuses on gentle and natural ingredients and can be purchased at Olive Young!

The most popular products are the weak-acidic fish mint facial mask and fish mint soothing care pads. They can soothe redness, repair skin, and maintain skin oil balance, suitable for all skin types!

For five consecutive years, Mediheal's Tea Tree Care Essence Mask has won first place in the Olive Young Awards sheet mask category. It focuses on moisturizing and soothing sensitive skin, and the scent of the mask can also soothe emotions. Many loyal users say that this mask deserves to be ranked first!

This aloe vera gel is widely known. It has great moisturizing ability and is gentle on the skin with high CP value. It's especially suitable for summer use, keeping your skin refreshing and moisturized without being overly oily. It can be applied to both body and face! Their sheet masks are also popular with good reviews. You can purchase them directly at their stores or find them at Olive Young.

Medicube's cotton pads are also a must-buy, they can solve problems like pores, blackheads and acne, making pores look tighter. However, many people don't know that their concealer is also highly recommended. It's moisturizing without dryness, and the coverage is noticeable!

3CE's lip glaze is well-known, and with (G)I-DLE's Minnie as its spokesperson, their physical stores are always dazzling with rows upon rows of lip glazes. With matte, watery, and cloud-like series, you can choose according to your preferred makeup look! And the 9-color eyeshadow palette is also a must-buy item from 3CE, incredibly versatile and easy to use!

Known as the affordable version of 3CE, Dasique's classic product is its 9-color eyeshadow palette. There are numerous color schemes to choose from, and now there are also 18-color and single-color options. The powder adheres well to the eyelids and is easy to blend. It also launches different products based on different seasons and textures, allowing consumers with different makeup styles to find items that suit them!

Romand is a popular and affordable makeup brand recently. It was co-founded by a Korean wedding industry company and a well-known beauty influencer, and their lip gloss and eyeshadow palettes are often sold out.

This makeup brand is designed specifically for Asians, with long-lasting makeup that won't budge even when you sweat! It's a must-have makeup product for summer. The most recommended items are their primer and cushion foundation, which adhere to the skin and prevent caking.

CLIO's cushion foundation is very famous for its strong coverage, easily covering blemishes on the face, and good staying power. Therefore, it sells very well at Olive Young, and many types of cushions with different effects have been released. Be sure to add it to your shopping list if you are looking for moisturizing or matte coverage!

Banila's makeup remover products are a must-buy, especially their Zero series cleansing balm. One jar combines the functions of makeup remover and cleanser, easily removing even eye makeup. There are also options that are gentle on sensitive skin, and the moisturizing effect after washing is also very good. You can find them at Olive Young!

That's all for the introduction to 10 must-buy Korean cosmetics! Makeup and skincare are long-term challenges, so of course, you should buy local brands in Korea. It will be much cheaper than buying in Hong Kong! Although different people have different suitable products, highly rated products can also be used as a reference! There is also other information about Korean travel here for you~