Glow Like a K-Drama Star with These 8 Korean Skincare Essentials

Dreaming of that flawless, K-drama glow for holiday gatherings? Look no further! These Korean skincare essentials will have you looking radiant and camera-ready.

Korean skincare is the secret behind that luminous, party-ready glow, known for its innovative textures, powerhouse ingredients, and accessible luxury. My sister-in-law never forgets to stock up on cult-favorite Korean products whenever she comes back from her trip. From ultra-hydrating sunscreens to brightening serums, here are eight must-have picks to glow like your favorite K-drama stars.

#1: Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics

If you’re serious about sunscreen, you’ve probably heard of Beauty of Joseon’s SPF. It’s praised for its blend of antioxidants, skin-barrier support, and soothing ingredients. This SPF 50 sunscreen provides broad-spectrum protection and leaves skin radiant and smooth, perfect for an everyday glow.

Price: Around S$21.60 at FairPrice

#2: ISNTREE Hyaluronic Acid Watery Sun Gel SPF 50+ PA++++ | Airy Sun Stick SPF 50+ PA++++

Personally, this is my favorite sunscreen stick. This duo offers versatile sun protection. The Watery Sun Gel has a lightweight, hydrating finish, while the Airy Sun Stick makes reapplication a breeze with its convenient, matte, non-sticky formula—no white cast in sight!

Price: Approximately S$15.90 on Cocomo.sg

#3: COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid

Say goodbye to blackheads with this fan-favorite exfoliator from COSRX. Powered by BHAs, it gently clears pores, reduces excess oil, and leaves skin refreshed without stripping moisture.

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Price: Around S$22.75 at Watsons

#4: Mediheal Tea Tree Essential Blemish Control Sheet Mask

“Mediheal masks are my go-to,” says skincare expert Charlotte Cho. This tea tree-infused mask is packed with ingredients like willow bark and rosemary to calm and clarify skin, while chamomile reduces redness, which is ideal for pre-event prep.

Price: About S$19 on IShopChangi.com

#5: Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

This iconic lip mask is a K-beauty staple for a reason. Made with moisturizing ingredients like glycerin and shea butter, it hydrates lips overnight, leaving them plump and soft by morning.

Price: Approximately S$24 on Laneige’s website

#6: COSRX Acne Pimple Master Patch

These hydrocolloid patches are lifesavers for pesky pimples. They help absorb impurities, reduce inflammation, and shield skin from bacteria. This is ideal for speeding up the healing process.

Price: Around S$3.40 on Hush SG

#7: SOME BY MI AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Truecica Clear Pad

These toner pads are loved for their powerful mix of AHA, BHA, and PHA, which exfoliate and clear out pores. Perfect for acne-prone skin, they keep skin bright and clear.

Price: Approximately S$20.90 at Watsons

#8: Goodal Green Tangerine Vitamin C Serum

This best-selling serum boasts 70% green tangerine extract, niacinamide, and arbutin. Its gel-like texture brightens, evens skin tone, and helps fade dark spots—a true glow booster.

Price: About S$27.93 at Watsons

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Give your skin the gift of these K-beauty essentials this season and let your glow be the highlight of every holiday celebration!

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FairPrice is committed to supporting every Singaporean by ensuring access to affordable essentials and nutrition, making each day a little brighter and lighter on your wallet.

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This new “Black Friday” K-beauty box worth $218+ is yours to bag home at just $67+

It’s a new month and that signals a new K-beauty box from Olive Young.

In this month’s “Black Friday” edition, we’ve got 8 full-size products + a travel-size FREE gift.

Here’s $218+ worth of products you get by paying just $67+:

FULL SIZE

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-cica Glow Sun Ampoule 50ml

Meet this new glow-getting, moisture-quenching, barrier-repairing ampoule.

SKIN1004’s Centella Probiocica is here to rescue you when the sun’s sizzle leaves you parched.

Packed with panthenol and betaine, it soaks thirsty skin in deep hydration while strengthening your barrier against future assaults.

This ampoule deflects UV rays and excessive heat to keep you radiating a healthy glow (not a sweaty sheen).

It’s the final step of your routine for face, neck, arms, and legs, a summer skincare shield you will be reaching for all season long.

CLIO Kill Lash Mascara 1+1 Set

A’pieu Honey & Milk Lip Oil

Anua Niacinamide 10% +TXA 4% Dark Spot Correcting Serum 30ml

Done with dull, uneven skin plagued by dark spots and acne scars?

Here’s your new brightening BFF.

Anua’s Dark Spot Correcting Serum packs 10% niacinamide and 4% tranexamic acid to visibly fade hyperpigmentation over time.

It also contains alpha-arbutin to even skin tone and reveals that glow.

With hyaluronic acid and botanical oils, this serum does it all to change complexions for the better.

Simply smooth on a few drops in the mornings and evenings before your other skincare products, and steadily increase usage.

Users have raved about brighter, more uniform skin with satisfaction.

espoir Nowear Lipstick Balming Glow 3g

[ESTHER BUNNY EDITION] ilso Natural Mild Clear Nose Patch 5P

SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Watergel Sheet Ampoule Mask Sheet (5ea)

Applying this Centella and chamomile mask is like a day at the spa for your face.

Sink into a refreshingly cool sensation as the gentle corn-mint oil glides over your skin.

There’s no harsh menthol, btw.

This mask’s unique water-gel formula drenches your skin in moisture that won’t evaporate like other masks.

And thanks to its gel texture, the extra soft Tencel/bamboo material clings oh-so-snugly to every contour.

Forget dry, stiff masks that peel off after seconds.

This mask is an overachiever when it comes to hydration and face-hugging adherence.

ROUND LAB 1025 Dokdo Cleanser 150ml

Introducing a new creamy dream: a purifying daily cleanser that leaves skin dewy, not stripped.

The whipped, foaming formula takes away impurities and excess oil without disrupting your skin’s moisture balance.

Hyaluronic acid and ceramides plump up fine lines while replenishing hydration from within.

Gentle exfoliants smooth texture for that “I woke up like this” glow.

Simply massage the rich lather onto damp skin, then rinse away oil, grime, and dullness.

What’s left is a clean complexion that’s the ideal canvas for the rest of your skincare routine.

TRAVEL SIZE (FREE GIFTS)

Dr.G Red Blemish Clear Soothing Cream

Get Olive Young’s BEAUTY BOX NOVEMBER (Black Friday Box) at $67+ here.

Here are the 5 NEW Christmas holiday feast sets from Cold Storage under $99

With less than 2 months to Christmas, it’s time to plan ahead.

According to Cold Storage, their holiday feast sets sell out really quickly, so it’s best if you place your order early.

For this year’s spread, we’ve got quite a wide selection but for the sake of this article, we’re going to highlight the NEW combos under $99.

So… here we go:

Under $50

Vegan Delight Combo

Price: $48

Wake up your holiday palate with this vegan triple “threat.”

You will feast on a medley of roasted Brussels sprouts, kale, and red cabbage drizzled with a sweet onion glaze.

Next up, a flavor-packed spinach salad brimming with fruits and crunchy nuts will have you going nuts.

And for the final course?

Herb-roasted potatoes that are crispy on the outside yet soft inside.

It’s a vegan delight combo that even meat lovers will crave, made with wholesome ingredients.

Just heat and eat for a plant-based meal that feels like a celebration.

No sad salads for Christmas 😉

Harvest Holiday Delight

Price: $48

Why spend all day in the kitchen when you can serve this Harvest Holiday Delight meal set instead?

With candied pumpkin to kick things off, truffle mashed potatoes with cauliflower rice to keep things light, a trio of brussels sprouts for the veggies fans, and a kale and red cabbage mix to add a pop of color, you will have the coziest holiday spread without any of the prep work.

Just heat, plate, and take all the credit for this gourmet feast.

Spaetzle Spectacular Feast

Price: $48

This isn’t just another pasta night.

This Spaetzle Spectacular Feast whisks you away through Germany’s most tasty flavors.

Fresh spaetzle pasta gets smothered in grated Emmental cheese and sweet caramelized onions for a savory experience.

But just when you think you can’t handle another bite, the sweet potato side arrives with its sweet creaminess.

Finish it off with the light, refreshing holiday salad, and German balsamic dressing to cleanse your palate.

Under $100

Winter Wonderland Feast

Price: $60

‘Tis the season to feast on this Winter Wonderland bundle.

First, tender chicken simmers lazily in a rich ragout that screams “Christmas comfort.”

Next up: fluffy rice pilaf, the sidekick that complements the ragout’s hearty flavors.

But wait, there’s more!

Sauteed veggies bring some nice colors and essential nutrients to the spread.

Gather ’round with loved ones and make merry over this palate-pleasing trio.

Holiday Harmony Combo

Price: $95

Last but not least, bring holiday indulgence to the table with this feast.

Savor every bite of the braised duck legs, their succulent meat saturated in rich flavors.

Smooth, creamy mashed potatoes provide a counterpoint, their buttery comfort anchoring the duck’s decadence.

But no festive spread is complete without a fresh accompaniment: the earthy mushroom salad, a burst of umami, and vegetal crunch.

This trio harmonizes in a melody of complementary textures and flavors, their appeal singing carols from the first bite.

With this combo, you’ve got a celebratory meal fit to ring in the Christmas bells.

For a full list of Cold Storage’s Christmas holiday feast sets, head here: christmas.coldstorage.com.sg/holiday-feasts

4 waist trainers from $79 to instantly shape up & make you look slimmer

Looking to enhance your curves and achieve a sleeker silhouette without popping any pills?

Waist trainers might help.

With their ability to provide instant shaping and support, these accessories can you look slimmer and feel more confident.

Wacoal Waist Corset

Price: $79

Tired of unruly bulges?

Say goodbye to those bumps with this waist-cinching corset.

Wacoal’s sculpting corset features flexible boning and medium shaping control to instantly snatch your waistline from every angle, giving you that hourglass shape.

Plus stand taller with improved posture while enjoying adjustable comfort thanks to the hook & eye closure.

Waistlab Classic 9 Waist Trainer

Price: $98

Confidence comes from within, but a little waist sculpting never hurt anybody.

That’s why we’ve included Waistlab’s bestselling waist trainer in this list!

It’s made for smoother silhouettes and 24/7 core compression.

A triple-layered construction of natural latex and cotton lining keeps you comfy while 9 steel bones cinch in your waistline.

The hook & eye closure ensures a tight fit that stays put through your sweatiest workouts or busiest days.

This 9-inch length also provides snug torso-shaping.

Turn up the heat with an hourglass you will want to flaunt for the holiday gatherings.

Skims Waist Trainer

Price: $105

Do your curves need a little boost?

Meet SKIMS’ hourglass waist trainer that sculpts your natural shape.

Its thin, high-tech neoprene fabric moves with your body, smoothing and shaping your waistline without discomfort.

Unlike old-school trainers, this design is soft to the touch and undetectable under even the slinkiest outfits.

No rigid boning, no pinching, just a second skin that accentuates your silhouette.

Available in beige and black, this lightweight compression piece lets you show off those curves with your head held up high.

Lazywaist The Fix

Price: $160

Last but not least, we want you to rewrite the rigid rules of waist training with Lazywaist’s The Fix.

It defies the constraints of traditional waist cinchers with its double-layered, flexible design.

Ditch the steel boning and go for exceptional compression in a breathable blend that bends seamlessly to your every move—from daily chores to high-intensity workouts.

The dual-layered zipper shapewear hugs your curves with its inner hook and eye closures, allowing you to sweat and cinch your way to a trimmer waistline without sacrificing comfort.

Available in sizes XS to 6XL, this waist trainer makes slimming your silhouette a no-brainer part of your daily routine.

It’s time to put restrictive waist trainers on permanent timeout.

This one’s playing for keeps.

For best results, pair this with The Shape in their exclusive Shaping Bundle: lazywaist.com/products/shaping-bundle ($390)

With the abovementioned waist trainers, shaping your silhouette is easy as 1, 2, 3. Stepping out for a special occasion or simply looking to skyrocket your confidence? These waist trainers make great companions. Enjoy the flattering change these waist trainers offer!