Cheongdam-dong Actress Makeup

Hwahong

Tools

Type

Tools

Price

₩3,860

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Springy synthetic bristles that keep their snap, at art-supply prices

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미쯔요시

Tools

Type

Tools

Price

₩13,000

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Springy dense texture that presses foundation on seamlessly for longer wear

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패더

Tools

Type

Tools

Price

₩3,280

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Non-slip grip folding razor that trims fine brow details with precision

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DUOAIR

Tools

Type

Tools

Why picked

Strong all-day lash bond that shrugs off rubbing and wear

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Tip: cheaper in Korea

베리웨이

Tools

Type

Tools

Price

$70

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

One-a-day drink shot for circulation and de-puffing with a sweet citrus-kale taste

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Peripera

Lip

Type

Lip

Price

Korea ₩8,960 (≈$6)·Global $11

~47% cheaper from Korea

approx. FX, excl. shipping & duties

Why picked

Vivid glossy color that stains on so it lasts without touch-ups

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Peripera

Lip

Type

Lip

Price

$10

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Non-sticky glossy tint that builds clear color and keeps its glassy shine

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Peripera

Lip

Type

Lip

Price

$12

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Watery gel texture that melts in and sets to a soft blurred finish

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Dior

Lip

Type

Lip

Price

$41

Tip: similar worldwide — buy local

Why picked

Oil-rich gloss-stick hybrid that melts on with sheer color and glassy shine

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Dior

Lip

Type

Lip

Price

$30

Tip: similar worldwide — buy local

Why picked

Collectible couture-inspired case with mirror finish to dress up your lipstick

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Valentino

Base

Type

Base

Price

$13

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Covers like a concealer while keeping a clear, luminous dewy finish

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Estée Lauder

Double Wear Stay in Place Makeup Foundation SPF 10

Type

Base

Price

$150

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

24-hour longwear icon with full coverage that never turns patchy

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Etude

Base

Type

Base

Price

₩11,470

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Watery gel booster that mixes into base for a natural glass-skin glow

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GLYF

Base

Type

Base

Price

$5

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Finely-milled four-shade glow that layers without caking for lit-from-within light

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HEVEBLUE

Base

Type

Base

Price

$8

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Featherlight, skin-comfy coverage for those who find most bases heavy

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Rare Beauty

Positive Light Silky Touch Highlighter

Type

Base

Price

$7

Tip: similar worldwide — buy local

Why picked

Wet-pressed powder that gives a glassy, high-impact gleam from one light swipe

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Rare Beauty

Positive Light Silky Touch Highlighter

Type

Base

Price

₩62,300

Why picked

Silky-fine texture with an intense, smooth glow that never sits powdery

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RMK

Makeup Base

Type

Base

Price

Korea ₩41,400 (≈$27)·Global $55

~51% cheaper from Korea

approx. FX, excl. shipping & duties

Why picked

Smoothing primer that grips foundation and stops dry-skin patchiness

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TIRTIR

Base

Type

Base

Price

₩17,080

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Locks makeup in place while topping up SPF in one mist

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VDL

Cover Stain Perfecting Foundation

Type

Base

Price

₩25,580

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Thin, high-coverage layer that locks on semi-matte with strong staying power

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김치 시크 뷰티

Base

Type

Base

Price

₩47,800

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Opal blue-violet pearl that throws a rainbow sparkle on face and body

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d'Alba

White Truffle First Spray Serum

Type

Skincare

Price

₩25,900

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Fine-mist serum famed among flight attendants for on-the-go hydration and glow

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Cell Fusion C

Laser UV Sunscreen

Type

Skincare

Price

Korea ₩10,890 (≈$7)·Global $26

~72% cheaper from Korea

approx. FX, excl. shipping & duties

Why picked

Gentle, non-pilling sunscreen that sits well under makeup with a slight tone-up

From source & reviews

LANEIGE

Skincare

Type

Skincare

Price

₩9,600

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Cream-in-mist formula that refreshes makeup without caking and calms dry patches

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Elizabeth Arden

Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant

Type

Skincare

Price

₩18,900

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Cult multi-balm with heavy-duty overnight moisture for lips, cuticles and dry spots

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Holika Holika

My Fave Mood Eye Palette Pink Ology

Type

Eye

Price

₩22,960

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

All-pink shade range that blends smoothly, with a sweet peach scent in the pan

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Etude

Eye

Type

Eye

Price

₩4,910

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Clear fixer coat that locks curl, stops smudging and adds lash-lengthening fibers

From source & reviews

CLIO

Kill Lash Superproof Mascara

Type

Eye

Price

Korea ₩12,400 (≈$8)·Global $15

~46% cheaper from Korea

approx. FX, excl. shipping & duties

Why picked

Smudge-proof all-day curl hold that stands up to oil and sweat

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Etude

Curl Fix Mascara

Type

Eye

Price

₩11,200

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Fast-setting formula and slim brush that lift lashes one by one without clumps

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Banila Co

Eye

Type

Eye

Price

₩20,000

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Sticker-type lashes with ultra-slim 0.05mm strands that go on in seconds, glue-free

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Chantecaille

Eye

Type

Eye

Price

$30

Why picked

Velvety gel-powder texture with a refined pearl sheen for dimensional eyes

From source & reviews

Got2b

Glued 4 Brows & Edges

Type

Eye

Price

Korea ₩34,540 (≈$22)·Global $20

~11% cheaper buying local

approx. FX, excl. shipping & duties

Why picked

Super-strong 72-hour brow hold that dries fast with no flaking or stickiness

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ccam bbak

Eye

Type

Eye

Price

₩5,500

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Short under-lash clusters that subtly define eyes without looking overdone

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Benefit

Eye

Type

Eye

Price

$8

Tip: cheaper in Korea

Why picked

Clear gel that locks brows in place for 24 hours without clumping

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