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From ethereal shimmery eyeshadow twinkling on your favourite K-pop star's lids to a blush that gives their cheeks that dreamy apricot flush, Korean makeup products are not to be slept on.

Sure, while most of us are well accustomed to the wonders of Korean skincare products that leave our skin looking like glass, K-beauty makeup often times slips under the radar, but trust us when we tell you that they're well worth considering.

Think about it: a dewy base, ombre “cloud”-like lips with a subtle tint, a precisely drawn eyeliner wing, and of course, the shiny lids — no ticket to Seoul is required.

No matter what your vibe is – whether you're a full-glam girlie or someone who gravitates towards a natural look – Korean makeup products are also extremely versatile, so if you want your eyeshadow beaming from a mile away, we say: go for it. Thanks to Korean lip tints, cushion foundations, cream blushes, eyeshadow palettes, eyebrow pencils and eyeliners, your makeup will glide on seamlessly and easily, so you can experiment all you want.

Best Korean makeup products at a glance:

• Best lip tint: Rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint
• Best eyeshadow palette: Rom&nd Better Than Palette
• Best cushion foundation: Missha Magic Cushion Cover Lasting Foundation
• Best glitter eyeliner: Colorgram Milk Bling Shadow

That said, South Korea's beauty offerings are not the easiest thing to sift through, especially if you're new to the world of K-beauty. So if you don't know where to start – we don't blame you. Whether you're about to embark on your first Korean makeup haul or if you're looking to top up your already existing collection, not to worry, we've got you covered.

Below, we've compiled a list of the very best Korean makeup products you can shop in the UK, some of which are known and loved by K-pop stars and their makeup artists. Hint: one of them may or may not be a favourite of Chung Ha's makeup artist (thank us later).

To sweeten the deal, we also included some of the best Korean makeup brands beloved by the GLAMOUR beauty team too. So sit back, and get scrollin'.

Korean Eye Makeup

Nothing says shimmer more than the iconic Rom&nd Better Than eyeshadow palettes for that signature K-pop bling. Whether you're into your neutrals or if you want to go all out, Rom&nd has a shade range for every preference.

K-pop group Dreamcatcher gave a shout-out to the Neogen Extra Slim Metal Maxicara in an Allure interview, and for a good reason too. Yoohyeon swears by the way it easily separates her lashes with clumping, while SuA loves how it gives her lashes a fluttery, lash extension-like effect. It's also a favourite of Chung Ha's makeup artist Eunwoo Jung.

One of the most popular K-beauty iquid eyeliners is the Clio Kill Black Superproof Brush Liner. What makes it so outstanding, you ask? Well, it has a paintbrush-like applicator that slicks on its budge-proof, inky-black pigment smoothly and effortlessly. Plus, you can easily adjust whether you want thin or thick lines.

Liquid glitter liners, like the Colorgram Milk Bling Shadow, have been taking over TikTok for recreating the glint on K-pop stars' lower lash lines that catches the light on stage like a disco ball. It's a subtle but impactful way to amp up your everyday makeup look.

Korean lip tints

Let's face it, Rom&nd Lip Tints need no introduction. Having gone viral on TikTok, they've cemented themselves as the go-to lip products of every k-beauty enthusiast, and we're not surprised as to why. Featuring an extremely hydrating and ever-so-slightly plumping formula, these lip tints are ideal for anyone who's eager to re-create that ombre K-beauty lip.

Our personal fav? The Rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint. At Olive Young, which is like Korea's Sephora-meets-Ulta Beauty, it's regularly a bestseller in the lip category. It has a delicious, universally flattering shade selection that gives lips a stunning plumping effect with a buildable dose of color.

Now, if you're into for a lip tint with a velvet twist, look no further than the Peripera Lip Velvet Ink. It glides on like butter, leaving you with a soft-blurred “cloud”-like finish that will easily last you all day. Another hidden gem? The Clear Mirror Lip Glaze. This handy lip product delivers a high-shine glazed finish all the while giving you a subtle wash of colour.

Korean Cheek Products

One of Korea's most popular blush products is the Too Cool for School Artclass by Rodin Blusher De Rosee. Korean singer Sogumm also keeps it in her bag at all times. The compact has three different shades to work with that you can dip into individually for an ombre effect or swirl the your brush around all colours to create a customised look.

Korean base products

As one of the first Korean beauty brands to have a retail presence in the West, Dr. Jart+ recently relaunched one of its most popular products, a makeup-meets-sunscreen hybrid. Enter: the Dr.Jart+ Premium BB Beauty Balm, which features a new formula packed with SPF 40, brightening niacinamide, and moisture-boosting glycerin. All you really need is one pump to create a gorgeous glassy skin finish that keeps skin luminous and dewy all day long. We just wish it came in more shades.

Meanwhile, on the ingredient list for the Missha M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF 42 PA+++, you'll notice caviar extract makes an appearance alongside familiar ingredients such as hyaluronic acid. The luxurious addition to this Soko Glam bestseller helps smooth and plump skin akin to your favorite serum.

Last but certainly not least: it really wouldn't be a roundup of the best Korean makeup products without a healthy dose of cushion foundation. One of the best-selling formulas comes from an esteemed makeup brand known for it's iconic lip tints – you guessed it, Rom&nd. Not only does it deliver maximum hydration but it also gives just enough coverage to even out your skin tone in the most natural way possible.

Another must-buy: the Missha Magic Cushion Cover Lasting Foundation. Featuring SPF50+ protection, this moisturising formula promises lightweight yet buildable coverage, making it a solid contender for your everyday foundation.

For more shoppable makeup, skincare, hair and perfume content from Glamour UK Beauty Commerce Writer Denise Primbet, follow her on Instagram @deniseprimbet.

This article originally appeared on Allure.

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