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We’ve got to hand it to whoever invented the concept of dupes: getting to save money while shopping for high-performing products and formulas brings an unmatched sense of satisfaction. It really goes to show that expensive products don’t always get you the best results, and sometimes it’s the affordable alternatives making your skincare and makeup routines. Below are our top K-beauty skincare and makeup dupe discoveries that you need to get your hands on ASAP, ready to enjoy throughout the upcoming season ahead. Keep scrolling to save big and score the top K-beauty gems.
The HG: Kylie Cosmetics's Detox Face Mask
The Dupe: BEAUTY OF JOSEON's Red Bean Refreshing Pore Mask
Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - BEAUTY OF JOSEON
If you’re after the fresh-faced look and feel that you get with the Kylie Cosmetics Detox Face Mask but don’t want to blow your budget, reach for the BEAUTY OF JOSEON Red Bean Refreshing Pore Mask in its place. Our Hanbang dupe gets rid of dead skin cells and excess sebum with the help of Red Bean extract and Kaolin Clay, the former of which has been used since the Joseon Period to clarify and refine the pores. The saponin found in Red Bean is extremely effective as a natural exfoliant and sebum-absorber, proving age-old beauty secrets continue to deliver in modern times.
The HG: Fenty Skin's Plush Puddin’ Intensive Recovery Lip Mask
The Dupe: CNP LABORATORY's Propolis Lipcerin™
Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - CNP LABORATORY
The beauty community was taken by storm once Fenty Skin dropped their Plush Puddin’ Intensive Recovery Lip Mask, and we’re happy to report that we have a K-beauty dupe on our shelves that is just as buzz-worthy: meet the CNP LABORATORY Propolis Lipcerin™. Packed into this ultra-nourishing treatment are Propolis extract and New Zealand Manuka Honey, working together to drench a cracked, parched pout in rice yet lightweight moisture. One layer will get your lips plumped and glowing for up to 12 hours, suitable for use any time of day or night.
The HG: Topicals' Faded Serum
The Dupe: ANUA's Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Dark Spot Removing Serum
Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - ANUA
You’ll find many ingredient similarities between the Topicals Faded Serum and ANUA Niacinamide 10% + TXA 4% Dark Spot Removing Serum, but we prefer the latter for 2 reasons: first and foremost it’s priced more affordably, but secondly it includes additional ingredients like Ceramide NP, Hyaluronic Acid and Panthenol to simultaneously correct dark spots and refill skin hydration levels. ANUA’s serum is made to be used on all skin types, and can be used at any time of day to propel you towards a clearer, dark-spot free complexion.
The HG: Makeup by Mario's MoistureGlow™ Plumping Lip Serum in Watermelon Glow
The Dupe: Romand's Glasting Melting Balm in 01 Coco Nude
Courtesy of Korean Makeup Brand - Romand
Can’t get your hands on the Makeup by Mario MoistureGlow™ Plumping Lip Serum in Watermelon Glow? You’ll find what you’re looking for in the Romand Glasting Melting Balm in 01 Coco Nude, a stunning and sleek balm offering impeccable shine and a plumped pout effect. Fans of this vegan-friendly formula are obsessed with how the botanical oils included in this keep the lips soft and pillowy, while the neutral tone is versatile to suit a variety of makeup looks. Once you get your hands on one, you’re guaranteed to want to collect them all.
The HG: Pixi Beauty's On-the-Glow Blush in Fleur
The Dupe: Kaja's Dewy Bar in Strawberry Sorbet
Courtesy of Korean Makeup Brand - Kaja
The dewy cheek look that the viral Pixi Beauty On-the-Glow Blush in Fleur creates looks a lot like what you get with the Kaja Dewy Bar in Strawberry Sorbet, and it’s this K-beauty option that’s been living in our makeup bags during the season. The melty texture of this multi-purpose makeup stick blends effortlessly onto the eyes, cheeks and lips, even providing the skin nourishment with fruit oils and Hyaluronic Acid. As its name suggests, it imparts a dewy finish to reveal your natural glow and elevate your pop of color.
The HG: Benefit Cosmetics' Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain
The Dupe: ETUDE's Dear Darling Water Tint in Red Grapefruit Ade
Courtesy of Korean Makeup Brand - ETUDE
It’s no secret that the Benefit Cosmetics Benetint Cheek & Lip Stain is an iconic item makeup enthusiasts worldwide wax poetic about, but did you know you can achieve the same look with an equally iconic K-beauty version? The ETUDE Dear Darling Water Tint in Red Grapefruit Ade offers an identical experience and finish with its vitamin and Berry Fruit Complex-enriched tint formula. The watery texture blends and absorbs into the skin seamlessly without any stickiness, delivering a vibrant fruit juice-inspired flush to the face that is as hydrating as it is revitalizing.
The HG: Fenty Skin's Fat Water Hydrating Milky Toner Essence with Hyaluronic Acid + Tamarind
The Dupe: TirTir's Milk Skin Toner
Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - TirTir
Seeking a nutrient-rich toner like the Fenty Skin Fat Water Hydrating Milky Toner Essence without the high price tag? Go for one of our bestselling milky toners, the TirTir Milk Skin Toner. Every layer of this luxurious formula douses the skin in a nourishing blend of Niacinamide, Ceramide, Rice Bran extract and Hyaluronic Acid, sinking into the dermis to unlock a glass skin glow. Not only does it replenish hydration to eradicate dryness, it also smooths over rough skin texture, alleviates sensitivity, and provides a barrier that prevents moisture loss.
The HG: Gisou's Honey Infused Lip Oil
The Dupe: A’PIEU's Honey & Milk Lip Oil
Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - A'PIEU
While we’re fans of the Gisou Honey Infused Lip Oil , having to repurchase it at that price point doesn’t come without a sting. Luckily, the A’PIEU Honey & Milk Lip Oil comes in clutch to satisfy our plump and juicy lip desires at a much more wallet-friendly price. The glistening lip oil is formulated with Honey and Milk Protein extracts to create a moisturizing and smoothing barrier over the lips. It goes beyond mere hydration to diminish chapped lips and protect it from further damage, making the lips firm and supple in the long term. Plus, it has a glossiness to it that lets you get away with sporting it as a lip topper, in addition to wearing it as a daily treatment.
The HG: Paula’s Choice's C15 Super Booster
The Dupe: COSRX’s The Vitamin C 23 Serum
Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - COSRX
Expense doesn’t always equate to efficacy, and while you could spend your hard-earned money on the Paula’s Choice C15 Super Booster, make the smarter choice to spend less on COSRX’s The Vitamin C 23 Serum instead. Its star ingredient is 23% Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) that targets dark spots, dullness, fine lines, and rough skin texture. The booster itself is made up of oil and water layers to prevent oxidation; when melded together, it absorbs into the skin and leaves a moisturizing finish that enhances radiance and suppleness. Use this in the AM and follow up with sunscreen to enjoy the synergistic benefits of the Vitamin C-SPF combo.
The HG: Dior's Dior Addict Lip Glow in 004 Coral
The Dupe: innisfre's Dewy Tint Lip Balm in 2 Melon Coral
Courtesy of Korean Skincare Brand - innisfree
Dior’s Dior Addict Lip Glow in 004 Coral is certainly on many a wishlist, but it’s that hefty tag that makes the lively peachy-pink shade less accessible. Enter: the innisfree Dewy Tint Lip Balm in 2 Melon Coral, the K-beauty lip balm that offers such a similar shade that it’s hard to distinguish between the 2. Our dupe is an award-winning lip tint and balm hybrid supplying a dash of natural color with nourishing hydration. It’s one of those easy lip products that you can slick on on-the-go without having to look in the mirror.
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