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6 Korean Beauty Products that People are Freaking Out About Right Now

Korean beauty, otherwise known as K-beauty, is showing no sign of slowing and for good reason. These formidable forces in the industry are changing the game one ingredient at a time.

By Sarah Harris

By Sarah HarrisView Author PostsOct 11th 2017

There ain’t no party like a skincare party!

Korean beauty, otherwise known as K-beauty, is showing no sign of slowing and for good reason. These formidable forces in the industry are changing the game one ingredient at a time. And if the idea of slathering snail mucin on your face doesn’t scare you, expect glowing results effective immediately.

From online shops such as Peach & Lily to mega-stores like Sephora, these brands are becoming mainstream – and fast. Simply put, our skincare regimes have no excuse not to add K-beauty into the mix.

But if you can’t commit to a multi-step skincare routine, we encourage you to try just one. Check out six of the Korean beauty products stores can’t keep stocked – seriously.

Happy slathering.

Saturday Skin Freeze Frame Beauty Essence, $58

Banish the seven signs of early aging while improving the overall look and feel of your complexion with this effortless essence. Packed inside is an exclusive peptide formula that aids in the regeneration process of your skin’s health. The complex also supports collagen and elasticity, all the while reducing melanin production for a flawless complexion.

Too Cool For School Pumpkin Sleeping Mask, $25

Start smearing on the season’s hottest ingredient, pumpkin. This overnight treatment is packed with the fall superfood, added natural enzymes and ingredients including vitamins A and C, specifically aimed at amplifying your complexion. This all-in-one moisturizer will work some serious overtime to your complexion, as it boosts radiance, hydrates and erases signs of damage as soon as the sun rises.

Femmue Extraordinary Beauty Cleansing Balm, $42

This refreshing and invigorating blend of ylang ylang, citrus and bergamot will melt away the stress and impurities with one simple swipe. The cleansing balm transforms from jelly, to oil, to milk, and warms up to your pores upon contact. After rinsing away, you will be left with a glow that radiates from the inside out.

belif The True Cream — Aqua Bomb, $47

If you struggle with dry skin, meet your new best friend. This gel-cream ‘floods’ your skin with hydration while minimizing pores. It’s ultra lightweight and refreshing, rich in antioxidants and free of parabens, sulfates and phthalates. Smooth, supple skin is just a jar away, and if you don’t believe us, this belif tub has the 2015 Self Approved Beauty award winner to prove it.

Shangpree Green Premium Modeling “Rubber” Mask – Set of 5, $98

Say hello to the newest trend in Korean beauty, the rubber mask. This hydrating and anti-aging sheet boasts snail mucin, spirulina and chlorella, which are targeted skin soothing ingredients found in many K-beauty products. The cooling jelly texture will also ensure that your skin stays calm and hydrated after removal.

The Lotus Soothing & Whitening Mask, $8

This sheet mask is fortified with natural botanicals that will help tackle your pesky dark spots and early signs of aging. Prepare for smoother, brighter and generally softer skin after you pat dry.