Korean makeup has become a global phenomenon, with their lip looks being a key part of their signature “glass skin” aesthetic.
From gradient ombre lips we used to rock in the 2010s to the juicy pouts of this generation, Korean lip trends have been evolving with the times.
Beauty TikTok creator, Lily (@_lilyis), did a two-part series on all the the viral lip products used by top makeup artists and salons, including those used on our favourite K-Pop idols. Think Wonyoung’s iconic pout!
@_lilyis here’s 5 bestselling lip tint shades in korea right now. which ones ur fav? 👀 products used mentioned below: everything u can get on @oliveyoung_global (use code LILYIS10) or @yesstyle (use code LILYIS10) – AOU lip balm in shade apple balm heart percent dewy melting lipstick in shade 01 dewy glow @romand_us juicy lasting tint milk in shade bare fig heart percent pure glow tint in shade 7 fig rose heart percent lip pencil in shade 2 #longervideos #kbeautytiktok #koreanstyles #kbeauty #koreanbeautytips #koreanmakeup #koreanmakeuptips #liptints #kbeautyblogger #koreablogger #koreanmakeup01 #koreanstyles #koreanliptints
We did the homework for you and collated all the products she mentioned in her TikTok series.
Bookmark this page for all the must-have lip tints, glosses, and pencils you need to cop on your next trip to Korea!
- Hera Sensual Nude Gloss in Lingerie
- Cosnori Wave Tint in Shade 6 Dear
- Peripera Glowy Tint in Shade 3 Rose in Mind
- Rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint in Bare Grape
- Rom&nd Glasting Water Gloss in Shade 00 Meteor Track
- Clio Crystal Glam Tint in Shade 6 Daily Mauve
- AOU Lip Balm in Apple Balm
- Heart Percent Dewy Melting Lipstick in Shade 1 Dewy Glow
- Rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint Milk in Bare Fig
- Heart Percent Pure Glow Tint in Shade 7 Fig Rose
- Heart Percent Lip Pencil in Shade 2 Creamy Pink
Hera Sensual Nude Gloss in Lingerie
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According to Lily, this lip tint shade “sold like hotcakes everywhere.”
There are two reasons why this lip tint shade went so viral: it’s Blackpink’s Jennie’s personal favourite shade, and the perfect nude shade for both warm and cool undertones.
It’s natural and subtle, an adequate pop of colour for an everyday lippie!
Hera Sensual Nude Gloss in Lingerie retails for S$59.34 on shopee.sg. It is going at S$35.40 at the time of writing.
Cosnori Wave Tint in Shade 6 Dear
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Cosnori might not be as mainstream internationally, but its Wave Tint in Shade 6 Dear is one of the most used base lip colour shades among Korean makeup artistes.
Its neutral undertones make a good foundation to layer other lip products over, a versatile shade that even Lily uses as her daily lip tint.
However, she notes that this shade is always sold out, so it might be difficult to find it in stock.
Cosnori Wave Tint in Shade 6 Dear retails for S$21.82 on iherb.com.
Peripera Glowy Tint in Shade 3 Rose in Mind
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At least 5,800 of this lip tint are sold daily in Korea, and it is the most-sold shade in Peripera. (Peripera houses a ton of popular shades, so you know this is a big feat.)
It’s obvious why this tint got its reputation – it’s the perfect rose shade that looks great on all skin tones!
Peripera Glowy Tint in Shade 3 Rose in Mind retails for S$15.90 on watsons.com.sg. It is going at S$11.13 at the time of writing.
Rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint in Bare Grape
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Rom&nd’s lip tints are a cult favourite in the K-Beauty world. If you’ve ever dipped your feet in Korean makeup, you probably own one or two (or 10…?) tints from Rom&nd.
In 2023, Bare Grape skyrocketed in popularity, having gone viral for its ability to recreate Wonyoung’s lip look. For that alone, it became one of the most used lippies in 2023.
Rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint in Bare Grape retails for S$11.45 on shopee.sg. It is going at S$8.40 at the time of writing.
Rom&nd Glasting Water Gloss in Shade 00 Meteor Track
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If recreating Wonyoung’s juicy pout is on your to-do list, remember to add Rom&nd’s Glasting Water Gloss in Shade 00 Meteor Track to your cart.
Wonyoung’s makeup artist shared that this is her favourite gloss to achieve that glass finish. Pair this with Bare Grape (mentioned above) and you’ll be able to recreate her iconic lip look!
Rom&nd Glasting Water Gloss in Shade 00 Meteor Track retails for S$15.26 on shopee.sg. It is going at S$9.72 at the time of writing.
Clio Crystal Glam Tint in Shade 6 Daily Mauve
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This is also Wonyoung’s makeup artist’s most used lip tint. She personally told Lily that she had already used at least 12 of these tints in this particular shade.
It’s famous amongst many Koreans for how versatile it is: a shade that flatters both warm and cool tones!
Clio Crystal Glam Tint in Shade 6 Daily Mauve retails for S$29.32 on shopee.sg. It is going at S$17.80 at the time of writing.
AOU Lip Balm in Apple Balm
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Who else would know better than the people creating the very makeup looks we take inspo from?
This viral lip product is the brainchild of a popular celebrity makeup artist that did Kim Jiwon, Karina and Jennie’s makeup.
If you have a trip to Korea lined up, you might want to add this to your list of makeup to hunt for! It won’t be an easy find though, as it’s been sold out everywhere in Korea since its release, with it being the most viral lip product in Korea now.
AOU Lip Balm in Apple Balm retails for S$20.40 on oliveyoung.com. It is going at S$19.74 at the time of writing.
Heart Percent Dewy Melting Lipstick in Shade 1 Dewy Glow
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You’ll find this lipstick in this particular shade in pretty much every Korean makeup salon for a reason. It creates this transparent Tanghulu lip look, which has been all the rage this year.
While it makes the perfect gloss on its own, it looks even prettier when worn over another tint!
Heart Percent Dewy Melting Lipstick in Shade 1 Dewy Glow retails for S$40.82 on shopee.sg. It is going at S$17.99 at the time of writing.
Rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint Milk in Bare Fig
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This shade is just as popular as Bare Grape, Rom&nd’s most viral lip tint shade.
If mauve lip colours are your kind of thing, you need to add this shade to your collection (that is, if you haven’t already).
It also makes the perfect MLBB shade for cool tones, a wearable shade that’ll earn a permanent spot in your makeup pouch.
Rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint Milk in Bare Fig retails for S$9.20 on shopee.sg.
Heart Percent Pure Glow Tint in Shade 7 Fig Rose
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Heart Percent is known for its impressive lasting power, but what really takes the cake for their Pure Glow Tint is how moisturising its formulation is.
It’s infused with hyaluronic acid, which gives your lips a natural plump effect, keeping it soft and moisturised!
Shade 7, Fig Rose, combines two trendy lip colours, fig and rose, for the perfect warm tone shade.
Heart Percent Pure Glow Tint in Shade 7 Fig Rose retails for S$50.58 on shopee.sg. It is going at S$24.99 at the time of writing.
Heart Percent Lip Pencil in Shade 2 Creamy Pink
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2024 is Heart Percent’s year, with their lip products making its way to every K-Beauty enthusiast’s collection. We’ve talked about the prowess of their melting lipstick and glow tint, and we can’t leave out their viral lip pencil.
The Heart Percent Lip Pencil in Shade 2 Creamy Pink is one of the most used lip pencil shades in Korean makeup salons, arguably one of the best lip pencils to create natural over-lip looks with.
Heart Percent Lip Pencil in Shade 2 Creamy Pink retails for S$30.17 on shopee.sg. It is going at S$17.99 at the time of writing.
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