Makeup

As we head into the spooky season of October, we’ve only got one question for you: what are you dressing up as for Halloween? While some have been planning and preparing their October 31st debut since several months ago, you might have found yourself scrambling to pull together your costume at the last minute with less enthusiasm. Not to worry, because we’ve pulled together 6 makeup looks, ranging from spooky to scary to cute, that are easy to recreate in a short amount of time. All ...

Any beauty lover on social media will have come across Douyin makeup, whether it’s shown up on their FYP or Pinterest Explore. This makeup phenomenon exploded onto the scene and captured everyone’s attention with its unique style and techniques, being the source of inspiration for many a YouTube tutorial and going-out looks. Today, we’re breaking down exactly what Douyin makeup is, the specific techniques to master when creating a Douyin look of your own, and what products you need in your ...

As editor for Stylevana, I’m always trying out new products and get to test out many formulations, ingredients, and brands. The exciting part of these trials is discovering favorites that become routine HGs, and it’s truly a joy to share them with the people around me. The Hello Autumn Sale is now on and it’s the perfect time to stock up on tried-and-true staples or try out something new. Below is a collection of star products that have stood out to me on my skin journey, which I’m imparting to ...

We know you’ve been waiting for this all year, and we’re happy to announce that the Stylevana Advent Calendar 2023 is available for an exclusive pre-order right now! *cue applause* Our Advent Calendar is back and better than ever, overflowing with skincare and beauty goodies to dominate your self-care routines. We’ve got award-winning brands such as SKIN1004, BEAUTY OF JOSEON, Isntree, and highly coveted picks that have won the hearts of fans from all over the world. It’s truly an amazing ...

Have you been bit by the travel bug? Is your sense of wanderlust urging you to explore a new destination? Summer is peak vacation season and alongside the excitement of traveling is the hassle of getting your bags packed. Packing the right items can be tricky, especially when it comes to your skincare and beauty essentials. Luckily, you have your pick of travel sets from our top K-beauty brands to ensure you don’t break your baggage limit, and that your skin remains in tip-top shape throughout ...

Makeup is fun in all seasons, but we have to argue that it’s particularly inspiring during the summer. Bright hues, glowing textures, new trends… there’s undoubtedly lots to play with. However when you’re battling it out with the raised temperatures and searing heat, you might want to make a few changes to your makeup routine to make it summer-proof and comfortable throughout the day. This is your guide to 5 summer makeup swaps you should make this season, and the top-tier K-beauty picks to add ...

August signals the last weeks of summer and the most exciting start to the fall time: Back to School season! There’s a lot to prepare before the hustle and bustle of the new season begins, and the Stylevana Back to School Sale is your chance to secure that beauty wishlist of your dreams. We’re giving you the inside scoop of the sale and the best picks to add to your cart, including VANA Award winners, top-selling HGs, and underrated staples from across our range. Get your shopping baskets ready ...

National Lipstick Day lies ahead on 29 July and it’s the perfect time for you to revamp your lipstick collection! Lipstick has the power to complete your look, and is an integral part of the makeup routine. We shine the spotlight on 8 lipsticks and lip makeup from our top K-beauty brands that have changed the lip game and conquered makeup looks all across the world. From glossy to matte, sheer to high impact, pucker up and get to know the top-tier lip formulas soon to grace your lips and ...

When it comes to the meaning of beauty there’s no one clear-cut definition, but rather individual expressions of what beauty means to a person. This is exactly why the world of makeup is so enticing: a single eyeliner can sketch out different outcomes depending on whose hands it’s in and the opportunities for creativity are endless. The STYLEVANA Mid-Year VANA Awards 2023 for the 13 best Korean makeup products showcases the most envied makeup bag staples, cutting-edge formulas and top-selling ...

Sound the alarms: sale season is upon us! The Stylevana Summer Sale has already begun and the skincare, makeup, and hair and body picks are flying off the shelves. We know shopping a sale can get a little overwhelming at times, which is why we’ve created this guide to the 14 hottest can’t-miss deals of the sale that you’ll want to be sure to snatch up. With major savings on brands like COSRX, CLIO, SKIN1004, and more, be sure to haul everything that’s on your wishlist. ...