Are you looking to K-beautify your skincare routine? With new Korean beauty brands and products hitting the shelves in Singapore every week, we are simply spoilt for choice. We searched the most popular Korean beauty brands available in Singapore to curate a list of K-beauty essentials that work for our tropical island climate. Our mission? To make staying on top of K-beauty trends as easy as putting on a sheet mask!
The K-Beauty Look
If watching all sixteen episodes of Queen of Tears has taught us anything, it is that Korean “glass skin” and “chok chok” (dewy radiance) are complexion goals for both men and women alike! The ultimate K-beauty look is all about achieving a glow that seems effortless. But we know that even the “Skinminialism” trend requires products that work hard for the health of your skin! Think nourishing serums loaded with hydrating and plumping ingredients to get “honey skin” or fermented skincare favourites for targeting pigmentation and a brightening boost. Here is our round-up of K-beauty brands that stand out from the crowd.
Biodance - For The Ultimate In-flight and Travel Skincare Essentials
Fly high and glow up with these viral, deeply-hydrating and nourishing in-flight skincare masks from our fave K-beauty brand Biodance! Frequent flyers of long and short-haul flights have raved about the brand’s Bio Collagen Real Deep Mask, which promises radiant, glass-like skin after just a few hours. Packed with oligo-hyaluronic acid and ultra-low molecular collagen, this mask deeply hydrates and firms the skin, making it a favourite for those looking to reduce fine lines and achieve a rejuvenated complexion.
Another traveller essential is the Hydro Cera-nol Real Deep Sheet Mask, renowned for its deep moisturising and soothing properties. Infused with 50,000ppm of glacial water and Biodance’s exclusive hydrogel technology, this mask strengthens the skin barrier while delivering intense hydration. D-Panthenol reduces inflammation and irritation, and five layers of ceramide prevent water loss, ensuring your skin remains balanced and refreshed. Perfect if you are on a long-haul flight or exploring in a harsh climate, this mask will keep your skin looking rejuvenated and well-hydrated despite environmental stressors.
If being on the go in a different environment causes enlarged pores and less plump in your cheeks, be sure to pack the best-selling Biodance Pore Tightening Collagen Ampoule. It is packed with 74% ultra-low molecular weight 243DA collagen, which replenishes lost collagen and corrects pore size. The Pore Collagen Complex, comprising fiber cells, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, forms a robust collagen support layer. Enhanced with 1% SYN®-COLL, an internationally patented ingredient proven in clinical trials, it significantly improves skin texture and creates a flawless base for makeup.
Meanwhile, the Biodance First Synergy Toner is a powerhouse of hydration, formulated with 96% hydrating ingredients. Its serum-like consistency ensures deep moisturisation with just a small amount. With a perfect pH level of 5.5, it restores the skin's natural balance, making it an ideal base for other skincare products. Hypoallergenic and free of harsh chemicals, this toner is safe for even the most sensitive skin, ensuring a gentle yet effective skincare regimen.
Thanks to Biodance’s revolutionary, travel-friendly skincare, you can land with flawless skin, anywhere in the world.
Shop your favourite Biodance skincare at a Guardian near you!
Torriden Unveils Cellmazing Ampoule and Modelling Masks in Singapore
With 'Your Skin is Our Planet' as its motto, Torriden turns your skincare routine into an eco-friendly love affair by saving the world, one glowing face at a time! K-beauty lovers are jumping for joy as Torriden launch of its new viral modeling mask packs in Singapore.
The DIVE-IN modeling pack is designed to provide deep moisture and hydration, while the Balanceful modeling pack focuses on soothing the skin with calming ingredients like centella.
We love the advanced formula in the DIVE-IN modeling mask, featuring 5D Complex hyaluronic acids that deliver intense moisture. These acids vary in molecular weight, ensuring better absorption into the skin. It also includes kaolin clay to soothe the skin and reduce moisture loss, providing long-lasting hydration. For those with sensitive skin, go for the Balanceful modeling mask that contains 5D Cica Complex powerhouse ingredients for an intense cooling and calming effect that soothes irritation fast.
With an easy peel-off application, these fuss-free mask packs form a flexible layer over the skin, allowing deep and effective penetration of the ingredients. After removing the mask, your skin will feel revitalised, hydrated, and radiant.
Beyond their new modeling masks, do not miss out on Torriden’s top sellers like the Cellmazing Brightening Ampoule. This Vitamin C ampoule contains five types of pure Vitamin C to brighten and revitalise the skin, improving pigmentation and dark spots while reducing pore size and refining skin texture. For cleansing, go for the the Balanceful Cleansing Foam, for a gentle yet effective option that does not strip the skin barrier. It contains salicylic acid to manage sebum and dead skin, making it ideal for acne-prone skin, and is gentle enough to soothe sensitive skin.
Plus, we love the Balanceful Toner Pad, infused with lipohydroxy acid (LHA) and polyhydroxy acid (PHA), effectively exfoliates dead skin cells and sebum buildup. These pads are also packed with five varieties of centella asiatica to hydrate and soothe the skin, offering a dual-action of exfoliation and hydration.
Discover the full range of Torriden skincare at a Guardian near you!
JUNGSAEMMOOL: For A Glamorous K-beauty Makeover
Celebrity makeup artist Jung Saem Mool, is the go-to for beauty mavens in the know! Best known for perfecting the Korean glass skin look on top K-pop and Korean drama stars, her eponymous cult beauty empire JUNGSAEMMOOL has just landed in Singapore with the opening of its first-ever global flagship outside of Seoul!
Located in a stunning heritage bungalow along the so-chic Scotts Road, the double-storey JSM Global Flagship is like stepping into a K-drama set. Imagine a fusion of a retail space, swanky salon, and an academy for makeup enthusiasts of all levels - under one glamorous roof. At this one-stop haven for all your beauty needs, you can shop the latest in skincare and makeup, get dolled up by stylists who work with actual Hallyu stars, and even learn a trick or two from the pros at the academy. Plus, you can snag exclusive Singapore products, or get that celeb-worthy makeover.
For personal time with Jung Saem Mool herself, book in a makeup consultation or exclusive make-up wedding session. How many other brides can say they walked down with aisle with makeup done by Korea’s legendary makeup maestro to the stars?
We love the vibe at the JUNGSAEMMOOL Global Flagship, which is all about feeling at home while looking fabulous. Whether you are a makeup rookie or a pro, there will be a space for you to get your glow on and feel like K-beauty royalty at this visionary house of Korean haute style.
The JUNGSAEMMOOL Singapore flagship is located at 27 Scotts Road, Singapore 228222. For appointment bookings, call (+65) 6320 3896 or email: [email protected].
Then I Met You - For Innovative Formulas and Contemporary Korean Skincare
This beauty brand, recently launched in Singapore by Sephora, was dreamed up by South Korean aesthetician Charlotte Cho, who is also the guru behind K-beauty retailer Soko Glam. Then I Met You embraces skincare that incorporates a deep, personal touch. The brand has won over millions from celebrities to influencers and aesthetics experts who have recognised the brand’s Living Cleansing Balm with over 14 international awards!
Must-haves from Then I Met You include the Renewing Rich Beauty Cream, a lush, indulgent moisturiser that feels and smells like a spa day in a jar. It comes packed with antioxidants and a unique peptide complex that will leave your skin feeling reborn. Reach for the Giving Essence if that lit-from-within-glow is on your horizon. Infused with over 80% naturally fermented ingredients, it hydrates and brightens with a gentle kiss of ellagic acid.
Then I Met You is available at Sephora in stores and online.
Krave Beauty - For Minimalist Korean Skincare
If your skin needs a good reset, join the Krave rave like the rest of us! We love Krave Beauty’s understanding of overworked skin. Their collections soothe, nourish and take the stress off, so your skin can focus on what is most important - healing and rejuvenation.
If you like the lightness of jelly-texture K-beauty products, then try these buzzworthy Krave staples. First up is the Oat So Simple Water Cream – an airy, lightweight moisturiser that feels like a cool drink of water for your skin. It is crafted with less than 10 ingredients and features soothing oat extract that is perfect for anyone looking for a no-fuss hydration boost.
We also recommend the Makeup Re-Wined Transforming Jelly Oil Cleanser. True to its name, this cleanser starts off as a delightful jelly and melts into a luxurious oil that dissolves makeup and impurities without stripping the skin’s natural oils.
Each Krave Beauty product is a showcase of the brand’s founder - beauty influencer Liah Yoo’s passion for simple and sustainable skincare. If you are an advocate for guiding skin back to its healthiest state, then Krave Beauty is your answer to stressing less!
Krave Beauty products are available at Sephora.
Round LAB - For Affordable, Nature-inspired Korean Skincare
Pure and effective - that is Round LAB’s approach to formulating collections for healthy skin. Plus, we love the brand’s affordability and value-for-money skincare solutions that allow everyone to enjoy their star products without sky-high prices!
Their Dokdo Cream is loved for its lightweight, non-sticky formula that strengthens your skin barrier. Packed with 74 kinds of minerals from Ulleungdo Deep Sea Water, this cream offers intense hydration and helps maintain the skin's natural balance. Another must-try is the Birch Juice Moisturizing Cleanser. This gentle cleanser is infused with birch sap for whitening effect, Vitamin B5, and hyaluronic acid. For that “chok-chok” feel, this is the affordable Korean skincare product you have been searching for!
Round Lab products are available at Watsons and Guardian.
Melixir - An Ethical, Vegan Korean Skincare Brand to Try in Singapore
When you blend the best of nature with the latest K-beauty trends, you get a green revolution in a bottle. That is Melixir, in a bottle. The brand philosophy centres on skincare that is vegan, cruelty-free and powerful. Plus, if you have acne-prone and oily skin, their non-irritation formulations are highly-recommended.
We are fans of their star products like the Melixir Vegan Vitamin C Essence Drop. Like a brightening hero for your skin, this is packed with pure vitamin C to fade dark spots and amp up your skin’s radiant glow. On the sun protection front, try Melixir’s Vegan Airfit Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++. It is ultra-lightweight in texture and boasts a plant-based formula boosted by kale extract and basil oil that is anti-oxidant rich for fighting off environmental pollutants.
We like how Melixir crafts collections backed by care and conscience. After all, who would not sign up for picture-perfect K-drama skin that is also eco-friendly and guilt-free?
Melixir is available at Sephora online and in stores.
AMUSE - For Vegan Makeup that Pops with Colour
AMUSE from Seoul is a relatively new K-beauty brand that is making waves with collections that are vibrant, full of colour and just bursting with life! The brand dishes out the ultimate K-beauty experience with its vegan and ingredient-conscious and gentle formulas that help you appreciate your skin's natural beauty.
Jump on the Korean street-style trend with AMUSE’s Bebe Tint. This little wand of wonder is a moisturising lip oil tint that gives you a flush of colour with a high-shine finish. Its formula is about 80% moisture which means one swipe will plump your lips with up to 24 hours of hydration and smoothness.
For a light-coverage cream, try the Vegan Peach Cream that is an absoloute velvety treat for your skin. It is vitamin packed with the essence of fermented peach, panthenol to reduce redness and 20-fold hyaluronic acid that replenishes moisture. The final effect is a soft, peachy brightness that looks like you are basking in the light at golden hour!
Manyo Factory - For Effective, Fast Acting Facial Pads
This is a popular Korean beauty brand that goes back to the basics with organic ingredients and botanicals that being our your skin’s true potential. We especially love their game-changing facial pads that smell and feel so refreshing they are like a wake-up call for your skin.
First up is the Manyo Bifida Biome Ampoule Pad. These soaked pads are a godsend for your skincare routine, drenched in a potent mix of bifida ferment and biome essentials. Each swipe helps to fortify your skin's barrier, keeping it resilient against stressors while dishing out a healthy dose of hydration. Imagine a probiotic smoothie for your face - delicious and detoxing!
For an exfoliating effect, reach for the Manyo Galactomy Clearskin Pad. These are packed with natural AHA and BHA to gently clarify dead skin cells and reveal smoother, clearer complexion. This is a best seller for maintaining a signature Korean glow while keeping your skin clear and bright.
Manyo Factory skincare is available online at Zalora.
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