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Beginner · 5 steps
K-pop idol makeup, step by step
K-pop idol makeup is glowy and youthful: a hydrated, glass-skin base with a cushion foundation, soft pink or beige shadow with a little glitter, highlighted aegyo-sal under the eyes, a thin liner, straight or softly arched brows, a peach or pink flush and gradient lips.
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- 1
Hydrated base
Glass-skin glow is the foundation of the look.
- Prep with a hydrating essence or serum.
- Tap on a cushion foundation or BB cream for buildable coverage.
- Spot-conceal under the eyes and blemishes.
- 2
Soft-focus eyes
Light shimmer makes the eyes pop sweetly.
- Wash a soft pink or pale beige over the lids.
- Dab glitter on the center of the lids and inner corners.
- Optional: highlight the aegyo-sal, the small fold under the lower lash line.
- 3
Subtle liner and mascara
Keep the line thin and natural.
- Draw a slim line close to the lashes, with a slight wing if you like.
- Use a lengthening mascara.
- Add a light coat to the lower lashes.
- 4
Brows and cheeks
Soft brows and a gentle flush keep it youthful.
- Fill brows straight or softly arched.
- Dust peach or pink blush onto the apples of the cheeks.
- Add a pearly highlight to the cheekbones.
- 5
Gradient lips
Faded edges with color in the center.
- Blur the outer lip with a little concealer.
- Apply a bright tint in the center of the lips.
- Tap outward with a finger to diffuse.
Questions
Questions people ask
What is aegyo-sal?
The small, puffy fold just under the lower lash line. In Korean makeup it is often highlighted with a light shimmer and lightly shaded underneath to make the eyes look brighter and more youthful.
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