Today, I will show you the characteristics of Korean makeup comparing the difference between typical Korean makeup and Western-style makeup. Even though people use similar makeup products like foundation, eyeliner, blush, mascara, and etc, there are some differences between American makeup and Korean makeup. If you are interested in K-pop and Korean culture, you will find this post interesting.
Pale looking for your skin
In the United States, people prefer tanned skin tones, while Koreans tend to prefer pale skin. Therefore, when Koreans buying cosmetics for the skin, some Koreans sometimes buy products in one color brighter than their own skin tone. Koreans often try their best to be not tanned during summer putting suns cream and covering up their body.
Less contour and more cheeks
Americans pay more attention to their face makeup bronzing and contouring. One of the typical characteristics of Korean makeup is that Korean women consider reddish cheeks more important than bold contouring. Many Korean women give their cheeks more vitality and energy with blush in bright colors.
Lip color as vivid as possible
If you are interested in K-pop, you would have probably seen many singers with their vivid red, orange, or pink lip colors. If American women tend to like light pink and deep brownish, Korean women tend to show ver vivid lip colors. Korean women often apply natural colors to their lips, but more women use highly saturated colors as lipsticks.
If you would like to try Korean makeup, there are some YouTubers whom you can get a reference. They compare Korean and Western makeup and explain easily. You will enjoy watching these videos.
As the culture and the standards of beauty are different, you can see that the trends are different in terms of makeup and fashion. It is also important for us to live in the 21st century to understand and respect other cultures. I hope you enjoyed this blog. If you have any questions or want to know more, please comment below!
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