K-Beauty 101: Easy Korean Makeup Tips for a Radiant, Effortless Look

Manya Makhija

Manya Makhija

22nd November, 2024
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The allure of Korean beauty, or K-beauty, lies in its emphasis on creating a natural, radiant look—often described as “glass skin.” Achieving that flawless, dewy finish with Korean makeup looks doesn’t require a suitcase full of products; it’s all about strategic layering and subtle application. This step-by-step guide introduces beginners to the essentials of how to do Korean makeup, making it easy to recreate the look at home.

Glow from Within: The Stepts to a Korean Makeup Look

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Skin Prep Essentials: Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate

K-beauty places a huge emphasis on skin prep, as a hydrated base is the key to achieving that lit-from-within glow. Start with a gentle cleanser, followed by toner, essence, and moisturizer. Opt for products that boost hydration and enhance your natural glow.

Tip: Look for ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and squalane, which plump the skin and hold moisture.

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Flawless Base Makeup: The “Glass Skin” Effect

To achieve that famous glass skin, you want a base that’s radiant but not greasy. Start with a lightweight foundation or BB cream that offers sheer to medium coverage. Avoid heavy, matte foundations; instead, choose products that allow your skin to shine through.

Setting the Base: For a soft, matte finish that retains glow, lightly set the foundation with Lakmé Rouge Bloom Pressed Setting Powder. This powder controls excess oil, making it ideal for oily and combination skin. A light dusting, particularly in the T-zone, will lock in the base without compromising radiance.

Product Note: Priced at ₹899, this setting powder blurs imperfections and keeps makeup intact. It has a creamy texture and blends seamlessly, ensuring that the skin remains smooth, not cakey.

Soft Eyes & Subtle Blush: The Delicate K-Beauty Touch

When it comes to K-beauty eye makeup, the focus is on softness and dimension. Gradient eye looks are popular as they add depth without looking too heavy. Choose a palette that includes light, neutral shades and build a soft, subtle look.

Creating the Gradient: Use the Lakmé Rouge Bloom Eyeshadow Pro-Palette to craft a soft, gradient look. This palette offers 18 shades, from sparkly neutrals to deep hues like black and gold. Start by applying a lighter shade all over the lid, then gradually layer darker shades on the outer corner to achieve the iconic gradient.

Adding a Soft Flush: For a healthy glow, apply the Lakmé Rouge Bloom Powder Blush on the apples of your cheeks. This blush, available in shades like ‘Pink Blossom’ for a fresh daytime look and ‘Vintage Rose’ for evening, adds just the right amount of color without overpowering the soft aesthetic of K-beauty.

Product Note: At ₹899, the powder blush provides a luminous finish. Remember to use a light hand; the goal is a hint of color that enhances, not overshadows, your natural complexion.

Powder Matte Lip for a Soft Finish

Lips in K-beauty are often kept soft and diffused, steering clear of bold or harsh lines. Instead, opt for a blurred, powdery look. The Lakmé Rouge Bloom Powder Matte Lipstick is perfect for this.

Creating a Diffused Lip: Apply the lipstick at the center of the lips and gently blend outwards with your finger or a lip brush. This creates a natural, “just-bitten” effect that’s both playful and understated.

Product Note: Priced at ₹999, this lipstick comes in ten shades and offers a matte finish that stays comfortable. With a compact design and engraving on the product, it also makes for a chic addition to any makeup kit.

Setting the Look: A Light Dusting for Longevity

To ensure your makeup lasts all day while still looking fresh, a final light layer of the Lakmé Rouge Bloom Pressed Setting Powder can help lock everything in place. This final touch keeps your skin balanced, maintaining that beautiful soft-matte look known as “cloud skin”—a trend that emphasizes a softly blurred, matte finish without looking flat.

K-beauty’s charm lies in its simplicity and the subtle enhancement of natural features. By focusing on hydration, a flawless base, and soft, gradient details, you can recreate this look with ease. Whether you’re heading to a daytime event or a night out, Lakmé’s Rouge Bloom collection offers versatile products that fit perfectly within the K-beauty aesthetic, allowing beginners to embrace this timeless, glowing look effortlessly.

Ready to glow? Start your K-beauty journey with Lakmé Rouge Bloom, and bring a bit of that coveted Korean beauty magic into your everyday routine.

Topics covered
  • Introduction to Korean makeup for beginners
  • Step-by-step guide to the K-Beauty makeup routine
  • Skin prep essentials for a dewy base
  • Achieving a flawless, glowing base -glass skin
Manya Makhija

Manya Makhija

Manya Makhija is a fashion and lifestyle writer. You’ll find her either scuba diving or consuming fashion over a cup of coffee.