Korean skincare make-up hybrids: best multitasking K-beauty products for glass skin
Skip the lengthy multi-step routines—Tatler’s selection of Korean skincare-makeup hybrids does double duty, delivering immediate radiance alongside long-term skin benefits in a single application.
These innovative multitaskers transcend traditional cosmetics, combining performance-driven formulations with clinically proven ingredients that aim to address irritation, refine skin texture and provide sun protection. From limited-edition collaborations with beloved characters like Hello Kitty to award-winning formulations, these products represent the pinnacle of K-beauty innovation.
Discover our expert picks below and prepare for your most effortless “glass skin” transformation this summer.
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Amuse Ceramic Skin Perfector Cushion
Amuse’s Ceramic Skin Perfector Cushion has received a coveted limited-edition makeover through its Hello Kitty collaboration, launched in May. While the adorable Sanrio packaging captures attention, the product’s sophisticated formulation—endorsed by brand ambassador IVE’s Wonyoung—delivers substantial skincare benefits.
This vegan cushion foundation features SPF 40 PA++ broad-spectrum protection that is said to suit all skin types. The formula incorporates niacinamide to target acne concerns, while phytosphingosine can calm inflammation and irritation. The result is a pore-minimising, glass-skin finish that transforms make-up application into a skincare treatment.
So.Natural Makeup Setting Fixer
So.Natural’s Makeup Setting Fixer arrives in striking summer-edition blue packaging. Released in May, this K-beauty product has earned the nickname “makeup glue” among brand loyalists for its exceptional staying power through perspiration.
The formula delivers an immediate cooling sensation while incorporating centella asiatica—a time-honoured botanical ingredient used in traditional Asian medicine—to combat pollution-induced skin stress. The finish achieves the coveted matte-yet-dewy balance without any chalky residue, making it an indispensable tool for summer beauty maintenance.
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Dear Dahlia Petal Drop Liquid Blush
Dear Dahlia Petal Drop Liquid Blush (Photo: Instagram / @deardahlia_beauty)
Dear Dahlia’s Petal Drop Liquid Blush has garnered significant industry recognition, securing three K-beauty make-up awards and widespread critical acclaim. Given this recognition, the brand expanded the line in April with a new silky cream formulation available in six sophisticated shades.
The lightweight formula integrates premium skincare ingredients, including Moroccan argan oil for barrier reinforcement, shea and cacao butters for moisture retention and texture refinement, and sweet almond oil for sensitivity. It’s said to last for 12 hours, ensuring consistent radiance throughout the day.
Fwee 3D Voluming Gloss
Launched in May with five new shades, Fwee’s cult-favourite 3D Voluming Gloss sits at the intersection of K-beauty innovation and luxury performance. The formula centres on Volufiline and a proprietary shine oil complex designed to make our lips look plumper.
A hydrating oil locks in moisture for eight hours, while light-reflecting particles create the illusion of enhanced volume. Evening primrose oil soothes our delicate lip tissues, while titanium dioxide provides SPF protection—something that’s relatively rare in lip products.
Espoir Be Glow Foundation
aespa’s winter as the brand ambassador of Espoir (Photo: Instagram / @espoir_makeup)
Espoir Be Glow Foundation comes personally recommended by brand ambassador aespa's Winter. This vegan foundation features Espoir’s proprietary Triple Volume Complex—a blend of hyaluronic acids, collagen and peptides that promises to address fine lines and provide 12-hour hydration.
The featherlight texture integrates seamlessly with the skin, resisting caking caused by humidity. The formula includes SPF-active titanium dioxide and antioxidant-rich vitamin E, which aims to protect against UV rays and urban pollutants.
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