In South Korea, beauty rituals are traditions passed down from mother to daughter. No question of neglecting his skin, this mirror of the soul. A smooth face and a luminous complexion are a reflection of good health and harmony between body and mind. According to a Korean adage, “there are no ugly women, only lazy women”. And it’s only natural that women take their time to cleanse and thoroughly prepare their skin in the morning and evening. From make-up removal to cushion cream, a look back at beauty rituals and South Korean trends to prick (or not) in your bathroom.
The essential rituals
-Oil makeup removal
The first beauty gesture of South Koreans is to rid the face of impurities in order to purify it. This involves removing make-up with oil in the morning and evening, the first step in the famous “layering”, this Asian mille-feuille method which breaks down the skincare routine into several phases. The use of a fatty substance is not an unfounded fad, but a clever gesture to remove the most stubborn makeup residues (up to waterproof mascara).
-Water cleaning
The cleansing with water follows the make-up removal with oil according to the Japanese tradition of layering also popular with Koreans. This aqueous step perfects the “cleansing” by relieving the skin of the last deposits (oily residues, microparticles, etc.)
Installed trends
-The BB cream
It entered the customs of coquettish French women attracted by the practicality of the treatment. But did you know that originally the BB cream(blemish balm cream) is from Korea? This multi-function cream promises “baby skin” by playing on all fronts (moisturizes, corrects, illuminates). Sold by many brands and for different uses (anti-aging, with sunscreen, etc.), these treatments are more suitable for people who do not have a particular skin problem.
-Cream CC
After the BBs, Korea did it again with CC creams, understand: Corrective Cream or Corrective Care. These treatments are supposed to bring an additional touch of correction in the service of a more luminous complexion and makeup. In reality, it can be difficult to choose between BB and CC creamso much the new formulas of “BB” and “CC” of certain brands are sometimes confused.
Skin tone trends on the rise
Whether it is real “beauty revolutions” or ephemeral fashion, many trends have been popularized on social networks. All come together on one point: they sanctify the place of complexion. For South Koreans, this quest for “perfect” skin goes hand in hand with a diaphanous, luminous, shiny or flawless complexion. In this regard, several beauty tips, more or less lasting, have been talked about:
-From “glow” to “glass skin”, a radiant complexion
In recent years, beautystas have been able to sting from South Koreans the “glowy” style enhancing the shine on certain areas of the face.
The beauty routine to achieve “dewy skin” (literally covered in dew) has also been there celebrating the almost wet effect and smooth skin thanks to light reflecting powders.
The trend “glass skin” (glass skin) is another variation of the importance given to the luminous complexion where it borders here with a translucent or even crystalline result.
-The “sheet mask”
South Koreans are said to have the habit of practicing this ritual every evening after returning from work. This mask of fabric soaked in collagen, green tea and glycerin can be applied for about ten minutes before being removed and permeating its effects (various according to the objectives: anti-fatigue, nutrtif, etc.). The skin seems more relaxed and luminous in the opinion of its aficionadas.
-The sleeping masks
South Koreans have become masters in the art of masks in all its forms. The application of this treatment guarantees the penetration of the active ingredients. Example with “sleeping masks”, which have dethroned night creams, and whose active ingredients are absorbed during sleep, when cell regeneration takes place. When you wake up, the skin is smoothed out.
-The cushion cream
A beauty trend to watch out for, Cushion creams should gradually make their way into cosmetic shelves alongside BBs and CC creams. With their practical powder box, these cosmetics sometimes play foundation, concealer or blush depending on the product chosen. Their asset: their side looking good and their nomadic format, easy to apply with your finger in the morning in the bathroom or at any time for retouching.
The most unusual beauty fads
-The jamsu
The technique of “jamsu” (for diving or submersion) consists in holding the makeup by immersing your face previously made up in a basin of water. This gesture is popular in Korea but the wave of “jamsu” does not seem to have swept through France.
-The bubble mask
the bubble maskeffervescent swells on the face thanks to the sparkling water camouflaged in the active ingredients (often green or white tea, clay, pomegranate or charcoal). Behind this unusual treatment, a detox and purifying gesture to be tested by the most curious.
-The LED mask
the led mask popularized by American stars uses LED light therapy to fight blemishes and acne. Under the mask are dozens of LED bulbs concealed, the red light of which stimulates collagen, a constituent of the skin responsible for its firmness, and reduces skin spots.
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