Keep your skin quenched and radiant like your favourite K-pop stars
By Samantha Francis
(Photo: Samantha Francis)
From CC cushions to sleeping packs, there’s no doubt the Korean beauty wave is here to stay. Hailing from South Korea, these scientifically advanced and beautifully packaged serums are known for their effectiveness and use of powerful, often natural ingredients, with a focus on hydrating the skin.
(Photo: Laneige)
1. Attain smooth and hydrated skin with the Laneige Waterbank Essence_EX ($60). It contains ingredients like tillandsia extract and betaine to infuse the skin with abundant moisture for up to 24 hours.
Available at Laneige stores.
(Photo: History of Whoo)
2. Pamper your skin like royalty with the History of Whoo Bichup Ja Saeng Essence ($175.60) — an essence that is power packed with gongjinbidan, a traditional Korean multi-herb medicine to promote skin self-generation, improved elasticity and moisture levels.
Available at the History of Whoo counters.
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3. The innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum ($36) is a moisturising serum made with organic Jeju green tea and green tea seeds to help hydrate your skin from within.
Available at innisfree stores.
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4. For moist and radiant skin, try the Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum EX ($115). The serum contains five medicinal herbs and other active ingredients to optimise skin balance.
Available at Sulwhasoo stores.
A version of this article appeared in the print edition of Weekender, Issue 154, June 10 – June 23, 2016, with the headline ‘Quench your skin’.
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