Black Friday is coming! Already have some makeup products on your wishlist? Hold on a second. Let’s have a look at these affordable winners from Korea beauty for a moment. Then I will let you decide if you want to add or even change some items on your list!
1. A’pieu Water Light Tint in #RD03 – $6.36 at Yesstyle.
As the name suggests, this liquid tint is as light as air. The finish is semi-glossy, but you can blot it to achieve a “my lips but better” effect. #RD03 is a light mauve rose color with an autumnal look. It is perfect for these leaf-changing days. What is more wonderful about this lip tint is that it is a dupe for the luxurious YSL Vinyl Cream Stain in 407 Carmin Session.
2. Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Powder – $5.96 at YesStyle
Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Powder in the original packaging.
Forget the legend Laura Mercier Translucent Powder, because I’ve got a better alternative. Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Powder has been a cult favorite in many countries in Asia. It comes in many cute kinds of packaging, such as the cheerful emoji cases and the gemstones case. Packed with fine and translucent mineral powder, it will keep your makeup in place all day. A trick for you guys for lazy winter days is to dab some of the powder on your hair when it is greasy. It’s a wholesome two-in-one product.
Innisfree No Sebum X Emoji Mineral Powder
3. Mamonde Creamy Tint Color Balm Intense in No. 20 Red Pepper – $9.90 at YesStyle
Words cannot describe how much I am head over heels for the burnt orange lipstick shade. I remembered in my high school, every single girl had this lipstick in their makeup bag; we rocked it everyday at school. Instead of the classic blue-red, try something different in the festive season this year with an orange-red! The lipstick comes in a pencil form that will help you draw a precise outline on your lips. The velvety finish will not dry your lips out. One swipe can give you amazing color payoff, but you still have to build it up so that the color can reach its maximum intensity. Another reason to put this lipstick on your wishlist is that it is a dupe for MAC Lipstick in Chili.
4. Holika Holika Eye Metal Glitter – $6.15 at Koreadepart
Some dazzling diamonds would be such a statement for your makeup during the festive season. This liquid eye glitter from Holika Holika is a perfect dupe for the winner of Allure’s Best of Beauty: Stila Glitter and Glow Liquid Eye Shadow. The pigmentation is intense, but I like to dab it lightly in the center of my lids to create a subtle spotlight eye look. A shout out to shade #1 Stellar Dust!
5. The Saem Cover Perfection Tip Concealer – $4.36 at YesStyle
Don’t let the price fool you. I know it is such a thin boundary between “inexpensive” and “low quality.” With less than $5, you can still fake a flawless canvas. Creamy and full-coverage, this concealer is a perfect camouflage for any hyperpigmentation or blemishes. Sadly, the shade range is not diverse. Medium to dark skin tones will hardly have a chance to try out this concealer. Maybe you guys want to have a look at this Innisfree Matte Full Cover Concealer. With 14 shade options, you can easily find a right color for your skin tone.
Sometimes those pricey products just aren’t worth every penny you pay. With amazingly affordable price tag, these products are a great Korean makeup starter kit that will diversify your makeup choices.
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