November kicks off World Vegan Month and before it officially starts, we wanted to get you familiar with our underrated K-beauty brands offering vegan products that you *have* to know about. These brands incorporate vegan ingredients into their formulations, and strive to make a positive impact on sustainable product development.

You might be wondering, why shop vegan? Vegan products are free of ingredients derived from animals and plant-based - this means you won’t find the likes of Beeswax, Snail Mucin, and Collagen in vegan formulations. Because they're plant-based, vegan products tend to include fewer additives and harmful chemicals. Coincidentally, vegan products are friendlier to the skin due to the lack of chemicals, making them ideal for all skin types including sensitive skin.

Whether you’ve got dry or oily skin, seeking out new skincare, makeup or body care products, our vegan selection will not let you down. Keep scrolling to learn more about the brands bringing you the vegan gems guaranteed to elevate your routines!

No. 1

Amuse

Based in Seoul and inspired by the vibrancy of the city, Amuse is led by their objective of bringing clean, vegan products and formulas to the scene. Their lineup features lip tints in dynamic shades, skin-perfecting base products, eyeshadow palettes for the everyday, and much more to perfect your personal makeup experience. Tapping Red Velvet’s Seulgi as their brand muse, Amuse has won the hearts of fans with their trendy products, first-rate formulations, and chic and modern style.

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Number 1 on Amuse’s hot list? Their Dew Velvet lip tints. A water-infused velvet stain, it gives the lips a long-lasting soft matte finish without the crackly, dry feeling. This is achieved with a unique formula that remains dewy on the inside, but offers a shine-free outer appearance. It’s EVE Vegan-certified, and comes in a dazzling array of shades to suit different skin tones.

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Newer to Amuse’s lineup is their base collection. The Skin Tune Vegan Cover Cushion SPF45 PA++ touts the 3 functions of skin brightening, wrinkle care, and UV protection, all in one sleek, display-worthy case. 70% of its formula consists of an essence that includes Rice ferment filtrate to enhance one’s natural radiance and skin condition, but is also formulated with 2 film formers that provides lasting dual-coverage.

No. 2

SCINIC

SCINIC stands for Science + Natural + Clinic, which are three philosophies guiding the brand’s direction and product development. Their skincare accommodates different skin types and concerns, formulating the best treatments through combining scientific and natural ingredients such as Marine Collagen and Algae extracts. All SCINIC products are free of alcohol, as well as artificial fragrances and dyes.

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The Skin Relief+ Panthenol 30 Ampule is your answer to signs of premature aging. 30.7% Panthenol makes up this intensive barrier-restoring ampoule that improves skin barrier resilience against external irritants. Unnecessary ingredients are excluded from the product to let it function at its best, so your skin can receive the full benefits of its spotlighted ingredient.

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If the dropping temps have wreaked havoc on your skin, reach for the Skin Relief+ Madecassoside Ampule to calm inflammation, redness and flakiness. This ampoule in the Skin Relief+ family supplies a soothing dosage of Cica to reduce sensitivity and heal the skin from within. Insert it into your routine and you’ll definitely notice a change in your complexion’s appearance and health.

No. 3

BONAJOUR

BONAJOUR stems from the brand’s CEOs personal struggles of finding suitable skincare products for her highly sensitive skin. The result was a cosmetics company revolving around the use of natural and authentic ingredients, creating effective and high quality skincare products. BONAJOUR continues to develop new solutions by drawing inspiration from nature, hoping to satisfy customers and help them attain confidence in their skin.

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Harnessing the moisturizing and soothing properties of Green Tea harvested from Boseong, Jeollanam-do, the Green Tea Water Cream is the perfect everyday basic moisturizer. It fills the skin with lightweight but deeply nourishing hydration, addressing skin brightness and fine lines along the way. Peptides enhance the skin’s elasticity, up the complexion’s moisture retention abilities, as well as replenishes skin firmness.

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To address body acne and dryness all at once, try out the Tea Tree AC Control Body Lotion. Tea Tree leaf extract treats back and chest blemishes, clearing up the skin to improve its appearance, feeling, and texture. Its formula also includes fruit-derived AHA to gently exfoliate the skin, as well as a concoction of herbal fermented extracts dubbed The One Five for boosting skin moisture.

No. 4

FRUDIA

Forget your fruit bowl - FRUDIA is bringing all the fruitfulness and juice with their fruit-based skincare products. The beguiling story of FRUDIA began when its founder, a researcher, was exploring the benefits of fruit ingredients for the skin. He came across a jam maker, who handled a variety of fruits with his hands daily and had smooth, wrinkle-free hands. Thus, the researcher began to develop products made with fruit seeds, juice, and vitamins, and FRUDIA was born.

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Featured in our Stylevana Advent Calendar 2022, the Blueberry Hydrating Cream is no ordinary moisturizer. This gel cream contains 77% Blueberry extract - one of the world’s top 10 superfoods - for a ‘berry berry moist’ 48 hours of hydration. Rich and non-sticky, it targets the usual suspects of dry skin including flaking, tightness, and an uneven skin tone.

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The one of the keys to a long-wearing face of makeup lies in the setting stage of your routine, and that’s where the Re:proust Perfect Shield Make Up Setting Fixer comes in. The fine mist spritzes the complexion with fixing powder to prevent makeup from creasing or settling into fine lines. Its formula also includes moisture particles that maintain a soft glow and prevent the skin from drying out.

No. 5

mixsoon

Calling all minimalists: mixsoon is *the* brand to have on your top shelves and vanity counters. Lead by the goal of only using core ingredients in their products, the brand says no to unnecessary additions and directs their efforts into utilizing raw materials of high quality. With years of experience in perfecting their methods under their belt, mixsoon offers customers the gift of skincare in its purest form and original efficacy.

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Leave it to the Bean Essence to handle dead skin cells and sebum levels. This moisture- replenishing essence uses Soybean ferment extract to rid the skin of dirt and debris without roughness or irritation, while maintaining an optimal level of sebum production. Users report a significant decrease in blackheads, oiliness and skin texture after just 2 weeks of use.

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For parched skin, we’re pulling out the big guns - literally. The Glacier Water Hyaluronic Acid Serum comes in a hefty 300ml size to satisfy thirsty complexions looking to be revived from a desert-dry state. It forms a Hyaluronic Acid moisture coating on the skin when applied so it not only offers hydration, but also prevents moisture loss. The watery serum texture sinks into the skin, giving it a mochi-esque shine and glow.

No. 6

ISOI

If you suffer from the qualms of an oily or acne-prone skin type, ISOI is sure to be your saving grace. The brand’s CEO worked in the natural skincare industry for years prior to founding ISOI in 2009, realizing that the technology involved in developing effective skincare was just as important as the ingredients involved. This mindset led to the establishment of 3 principles: stability, application and delivery.

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Single-handedly banishing blemishes and perfecting the complexion is the Blemish Care Up Serum. A Korean retail bestseller (as well as on our charts!), this serum eradicates blemishes and pigmentation with the help of vitamin-rich Bulgarian Rose oil and botanical extracts. It also boasts the ability to improve overall skin tone, texture, and transparency, leaving you with a dewy, hydrated complexion.

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The ACNI Dr. 1st Speedy Spot is just as the name claims - it targets and clears away blemishes in a flash, with the help of Centella, Bishop's Weed, and Tea Tree. This treatment ensures the skin remains balanced and protected, keeping the pores unclogged and barrier strong. Pop a drop or 2 on a pesky blemish and don’t be surprised when you discover its disappearance the next day.

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