It’s the holiday season and that means it’s time for a special “Holiday Box” from the K-beauty scene.
This magical Christmas month, Olive Young has prepared for us a K-beauty box with a value of $237+ and it’s yours to bring home at just $67+!
Here’s what you get:
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SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad √
Fed up with redness, irritation, and tired-looking skin?
Restore your glow in just 2 minutes with the SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Quick Calming Pad.
This essence-rich toner pad is packed with Centella and Panthenol and calms inflammation while lavishing skin with hydration.
Thanks to its crescent moon shape, the generously sized pad sweeps across every contour; coupled with a gentle, green-certified formula with 10 EWG-grade ingredients to coddle irritated complexions.
The search for glow-up ends with this peach serum clinically proven to solve your skincare woes—from hyperpigmentation and uneven tone to dryness and roughness.
After just 4 weeks, say ‘annyeong’ (goodbye) to dark circles and dullness as it tackles melanin on the skin’s surface and deeper layers for an even complexion.
A blend of niacinamide (5%), Vitamin B12, and pink yeast floods your complexion with hydration for a plump finish.
And with triple hyaluronic acids in its formula, this moisture surge lasts all day.
No need to chase after multiple serums—this one here handles it all in a bottle.
Haruharu wonder Black Rice Triple AHA Gentle Cleansing Gel 100ml
VT Reedle Shot 100 Essence 50ml √
This essence takes moisture to the next level with microneedles that are smaller than your pores.
As the essence dissolves, it opens up absorption pathways to allow ingredients like Centella Asiatica extract, triple hyaluronic acid, and green propolis extract to soak in fully.
Drink in moisture, soothe dullness, and strengthen your skin’s barrier, all in one shot.
Plus, the amino acid complex helps lock in that freshly quenched glow.
VT Reedle Shot 100 Essence revives your skin, giving you the healthy complexion you’ve been craving.
tooq Piece of Cake Pen Glitter 0.5g
espoir Couture Lip Tint Glaze 5.5g + Lip Gloss √
Get pillowy lips with a pop of color with espoir’s Couture Lip Tint Glaze.
It delivers a juicy pigment finish with a 3D plumping effect.
Get a glossy sheen that enhances your natural lip shape and fullness.
Simply swipe it on and watch as the syrup-like tint melds with your lips for a velvety glow.
Reapply in 30 seconds for an extra voluptuous pout, or layer the included lip gloss on top for an idol-like shine.
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Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum Ginseng + Retinol 10ml
Olive Young has recently launched products from its ‘Super Rookie Brands’ and it’s a wonderful time of the year to explore some fresh(er) K-beauty products for your skincare routine.
There’s a full list but we’ve picked out some standout products that you must try before the year wraps up.
Gleam, glitz, and glow with this formula from tooq.
Their Piece of Cake Pen instantly creates that coveted ‘aegyosal’ effect with a luminous sheen.
Yet despite all the shimmer, it’s shockingly easy to use.
Even makeup novices can master the perfect glitzy line thanks to its creamy texture.
That celestial sparkle stays put all day without a single smudge or fade and the quick 10-second dry time also means you can swipe and go without a worry.
Comes in these four shades: famous rose, sunset glow, cozy beige, and rare pink.
Look like your flawless self all day with self beauty’s Uniconic Cool Fixer setting spray.
Not just a refresher, this 100ml bottle is packed with skincare benefits to keep makeup fresh while pampering your complexion.
The ultra-fine 1.8mm mist envelops your face in an even veil, locking in your look without disturbing makeup.
Meanwhile, temperature control technology and a refreshingly light scent help keep you cool under the infamous SG summer heat.
Infused with soothing Althaea rosea flower extract and moisture-binding hyaluronic acid, this mist hydrates and strengthens skin while controlling sweat and shine.
Mist it on after makeup for revitalizing coolness.
We’ve entered the final stretch of the year and it’s time to relook at your beauty routine before a new year begins.
Not sure what beauty products to try this month?
Why not give Olive Young’s “Fall in Love” K-beauty box a go?
Here are $240+ worth of products to bag home by paying just $67+:
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A’pieu Honey & Milk Lip Oil
First up, we have this lip oil which is more than just a pretty gloss.
Its densely adhering formula ensures moisture that lingers, quenching parched lips with honey and milk protein extracts.
As the oil glides on, your lips will be enveloped in a soft milk scent that uplifts the senses. But this lip product isn’t just a treat for the nose; its non-sticky formula offers a lightweight feel that is comfortable enough to wear all day long.
From the first swipe to the final sheen, this lip oil delivers lasting hydration and soothing nourishment as we swing into the last quarter of 2024.
UNOVE Silk Oil Essence 70ml #Tender Bloom
Indulge your strands in the nourishment of UNOVE’s Silk Oil Essence.
This hair treatment infuses locks with botanical oils and silk proteins to repair damage and enhance shine.
Proteins and amino acids help smooth the hair cuticle, eliminating frizz and sealing in softness.
Meanwhile, plant oils like olive, macadamia, argan, sunflower, and camellia penetrate the hair shaft, locking in moisture to strengthen and revive thirsty strands.
A few drops of this bloom-scented essence is all it takes to transform lifeless locks into lustrous-looking hair.
Haruharu wonder Black Rice Bakuchiol Eye Cream 20ml
Powered by fermented black rice and bamboo extract, this eye cream is an antioxidant force that banishes dark circles and fine lines.
But the real deal is bakuchiol, a plant-derived retinol alternative that smoothes crow’s feet without irritation.
Unlike some anti-aging creams, this milky formula melts into delicate eye areas so you look fresh, not greasy.
With continued use, the brightening and firming effects create a wide-awake gaze.
Don’t let tired, puffy eyes age you before your time.
Give it a try!
Arencia Fresh Green Cleanser 120g
Is your skin in dire need of a reboot?
Arencia’s fresh green cleanser can help.
This dual-action powerhouse pulls double duty as both a cleanser and a clay mask, giving skin a one-two punch (in a good way).
Clogged pores and dull complexions meet their match as the fresh green cleanser gets rid of blackheads and sebaceous filaments while clearing up skin bumps.
Powered by nature’s best like green tea extract and rice water + powder, this blend has been clinically tested to improve key skincare factors.
Simply massage it onto damp skin, let it work its magic for a minute, then rinse it off for a baby-soft skin canvas.
COSRX The Retinol 0.1 Cream
This retinol cream from COSRX blends high-efficiency ingredients to solve skin problems and delivers them safely to the skin.
Whether you’re a lady who can’t stop uncaking on makeup (it gets stuck in fine lines) or a gentleman wanting to smooth over sagging skin, loss of elasticity, noticeable pores, and dryness, this is your answer.
Pure retinol and vitamin E join forces with hyaluronic acid to tighten wrinkles and build back elasticity.
Just a dab of this eye cream before bedtime is all you need to firm and plump skin while you sleep.
No more invasive fillers needed for needle fearers.
KAJA Gloss Shot
Talk about staying power: KAJA’s Gloss Shot lip gloss delivers a 24-hour glossy pearl luster that lasts through whatever your day brings.
Its formula prevents that tight, sticky feeling you hate.
Jojoba Seed Oil, Squalane, and Rosa Canina Fruit Oil form a blend that deeply moisturizes and strengthens the delicate lip skin.
Lips stay soft and smooth for the long haul.
A makeup bag must-have for hydration lovers who crave that all-day glossy look.
Colorgram Tintin Dory Eyeshadow Palette
The colorgram Tintin Dory Eyeshadow Palette is for anyone who dares to get playful with color.
Packed with four highly pigmented shades in vivid hues and multiple finishes, this compact palette is your ticket to eye-catching eye looks.
Take your pick between earthy neutrals, peachy tones, or cool pinks—or really let your wild side roam free with the all-glitter version.
Whatever you fancy, these long-wearing, no-creasing formulas keep your eyeshadow in place.
Plus, the sleek size slips easily into any bag, so you can amp up the drama whenever (and wherever) you want.
Colorgram’s bold shades command attention so the only limit is your imagination.
WAKEMAKE Sheer Layering Dual Blusher
Blush is more than just a rosy flush; it’s an expression, a mood-making finishing touch.
That’s why this sheer layering dual blusher from WAKEMAKE is a true palette for the face.
Sweep on a sheer watercolor veil of color, or build up the intensity with layers for a bolder pop.
And thanks to the reflective powder blend, each layer catches light for a subtle radiance.
Whether you prefer a just-pinched glow or want to turn up the wattage, their five shades can take you there.
Use the free brush provided for flawless application.
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Black Rice Moisture Deep Cleansing Oil 30ml + COSRX Full Fit Sheet Mask
We’re a little late on this September’s K-beauty box but there’s still time left this month to purchase your share.
Here’s what you get in Olive Young’s “Pamper Yourself” edition worth $237+:
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ROUND LAB Pine Calming CICA Ampoule 30ml
Is hormonal havoc turning your skin into a war zone?
Cica pine to the rescue.
This lightweight ampoule packs soothing plant extracts that hit the fast-forward button on calming irritated complexions.
Redness, rosacea flare-ups, and hormonal breakouts don’t stand a chance against its botanical blend.
But don’t mistake this green cure-all for a harsh, drying treatment—it’s fortifying your skin’s defense barrier while delivering a dose of hyaluronic acid hydration.
Just a couple of soothing drops after toning is all it takes to have this ampoule’s reparative powers fully absorbed and visibly restoring your complexion to its former glory.
Cica pine FTW.
iUNIK Centella Calming Gel Cream 60ml
Coddled by a blend of Centella Asiatica and Tea Tree Leaf Waters, this calming cream swaddles sensitive skin.
More than just a moisturizer, its 72% Centella Asiatica Leaf Water helps reduce redness and irritation while shielding skin from environmental stressors through a patented fresh buds complex.
Gentle for all skin types, it moonlights as a brightening and wrinkle treatment, imparting a dewy radiance.
No more tight, inflamed complexions, only relief and anti-aging benefits your sensitive skin craves.
Your new glow-to routine starts with this gel cream.
SUNGBOON EDITOR Deep Collagen Anti Wrinkle Lifting Mask 37g x 4ea
Ditch the ordinary sheet masks—this collagen-concentrated jelly pack is THE way to achieve a lifted, line-free complexion.
As the silky gel melts into your skin, it infuses collagen that becomes virtually invisible once absorbed.
You will certainly feel its effects, thanks to a refreshing mint blend that tightens pores while delivering an ice-cold shot of hydration; the inclusion of xylitol and the patented AQUAXYL ingredient means this mask offers cooling moisture that lasts longer than your evening shower.
Simply smooth it on before bed and let the collagen solution work its anti-wrinkle magic overnight.
By morning, you will be glowing.
SKINFOOD Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X 210g
This is one deliciously gritty facial treat—a black sugar and rice wine scrub that buffs away dullness to reveal a smooth complexion.
Don’t be fooled by its jet-black hue; the SKINFOOD Black Sugar Perfect Essential Scrub 2X harnesses the exfoliating might of black sugar and rice wine, plus fruity extracts, to slough off dead skin cells and minimize the appearance of clogged pores.
Massage the scrub in circular motions and allow the blend to work.
Meadowfoam and macadamia oils make it a hydrating experience that leaves skin velvety soft without stripping.
Indulge 1 to 3 times weekly to delay moisture loss.
BRINGGREEN Tea Tree Cica S.O.S Spot Patch 75+25 Counts
Fed up with pesky blemishes?
BRINGGREEN’s Tea Tree Cica S.O.S Spot Patch takes the stress out of dealing with those problem areas.
This hydrocolloid patch adheres snugly to the skin, delivering a combi of tea tree leaf oil, cica, and salicylic acid right where you need it most.
Three different sizes let you customize your DIY treatment, whether you need higher coverage or a precision strike on that one stubborn spot.
Just slap one on in the morning and let the natural ingredients do their thing while you go about your day.
With 75+25 patches per pack, you’re covered for weeks of clear-skin confidence.
espoir Dewlike Jello Glowrizer 40ml
The espoir Dewlike Jello Glowrizer is a moisture-filled water gel essence that drenches skin in long-lasting hydration.
But it does more than just quench—it also smooths and softens, thanks to the rose peptides and rose flower capsules.
That floral formula creates a dewy glow that lets your skin’s natural radiance shine through.
As if that wasn’t enough, this essence packs an antioxidant punch with vitamin C and acai berry to protect against free radicals.
And niacinamide joins the party to give you an even and luminous complexion.
Simply put, it’s a moisture-meets-radiance formula for a lit-from-within look.
BRAYE Lipsleek
Prep your pout (and cheeks!) for some serious color payoff with Braye’s Lipsleek.
This buildable, melty tint blends into lips and cheeks for a natural-looking flush.
But keep layering and watch it transform into a pigmented look.
It’s a blendable, melting texture that melds into skin and builds with every swipe.
This multitasking 2-in-1 formula is packed with apple seed oil and hyaluronic acid for serious moisturizing power.
Available in over 5 shades ranging from subtle to sassy, this lip product offers versatility.
The buildable color glides on easily while the stick packaging makes it easy to reapply on the go.
Comes with a silicon brush in the “Pamper Yourself” K-beauty box for fuss-free application.
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ROVECTIN Pore Care Cleansing Foam 10ml
Say annyeong to those pits with this pore-shrinking cleansing foam.
ROVECTIN’s Pore Care Cleansing Foam is a deep pore detox that discharges blackheads and whitehead buildup—even those stubborn ones that never seem to budge.
Charcoal powder acts like a magnet, drawing out the dirt and oil clogging your complexion, while the patented green fruit complex gets down and dirty to unclog every last pore.
Pores will look 19.56% smaller after just one use.
And those anti-inflammatory ingredients halt excess oil production to keep shine at bay.
Always wondered how Koreans achieve that summer glow even when the temperatures are high af?
Then you don’t want to miss out on Olive Young’s “Summer Glow” K-beauty box—filled with skincare products valued at over $217, now available for just $67+.
This is the steal of the summer season and here’s what you get:
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SOME BY MI AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle True Cica Clear Pad 70ea
Ready for your 30-day skin transformation?
SOME BY MI’s Miracle True Cica Clear Pads are here to make it happen.
These dual-sided pads are packed with AHA, BHA, and PHA, and are gentle enough for daily use.
One side soothes, while the other removes dead skin cells.
With 85% white willow bark water, a natural BHA, these pads dissolve impurities and excess sebum.
Get smoother, clearer skin with 95% acne improvement.
These pads have scored a perfect 0.00 on the skin irritation test so you can safely battle breakouts.
Torriden Dive In Modeling Pack 25g
Torriden’s Dive In Modeling Pack brings the spa to you.
This trendy 25g pack provides cooling relief for sensitive, heated skin.
Packed with Torriden’s unique 5D Complex hyaluronic acids, it provides deep hydration from every angle.
The pack adheres to your skin, creating a soothing mask that not only cools and moisturizes but also helps your skin drink in all those good-for-you creams/serums/essences afterward.
ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Mask Sheet
Or if packs aren’t your thing, try this moisturizing mask sheet that quenches even the driest complexions.
Packed with nature’s hydration heroes, it’s got birch sap to keep moisture locked in tight, hyaluronic acid to attract more H2O than a camel in the desert, and althaea rosea root extract to soothe and soften.
Get skin that’s dewier than a morning meadow and say goodbye to flaky patches.
This mask gives you round-the-clock hydration so let your skin drink up the goodness.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum 50ml
Hate greasy sunscreens? Me too.
Try this sun serum boasting SPF50+ and PA++++ ratings instead, shielding your skin from harmful UV rays while showering it with moisture.
It contains a blend of seven sprout extracts, carefully preserved through ultra-low temperature extraction.
Centella Asiatica extract soothes sensitive skin, while the Hyalu-CICA formula quenches dry complexions.
Free from harmful ingredients, this eco-friendly serum is as kind to the planet as it is to your skin.
COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence 100ml
This lightweight essence contains 96.3% snail secretion filtrate, nature’s weapon for skin rejuvenation.
No more dull, rough skin as this fast-absorbing formula works its magic, fading dark spots and improving texture for a smoother, more youthful complexion.
Great for those seeking intense hydration without the heavy feel, it keeps your skin moisturized and illuminated all day long.
Fine lines and skincare “blahs” making you mad?
This essence has got you covered, snail-tastically!
Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil 200ml
This bottle doesn’t just remove makeup and sebum, it gives your pores a break.
Formulated for acne-prone and problematic skin, it promises a deep clean without the drama.
It’s like a green smoothie for your face, packed with a blend of plant-derived oils including grape seed, jojoba, macadamia, sunflower, and olive (wow!).
So go ahead and put on that full-face make-up—this cleansing oil will make sure your pores stay clear at the end of the day.
COSRX Acne Pimple Master Patch 24-Count
Like a protective forcefield, these patches shield your blemishes while working to extract impurities and speed up healing.
No need to worry about them falling off for they stay put through showers, face washing, and whatever else your day throws at you.
With three different sizes, you will find a fit for every unwelcome visitor on your face.
The cellulose gum and liquid paraffin keep your skin hydrated and clean, creating a good environment for faster healing.
fwee Lip & Cheek Blurry Pudding Pot (30 Colors) (SINGLE/SET)
This Korean beauty sensation is here to blur the lines between makeup and skincare.
With its pudding formula, it smooths out lip wrinkles.
But wait, there’s more!
This little pot of magic isn’t just for your pout—it’s a cheek color too.
With 30 rich shades to play with, you can mix, match, and create your signature look.
Infused with cocoa seed butter and agave leaf extract.
too cool for school Frottage Pencil
Here’s a multi-tasking tool from too cool for school.
Ranked #1 at Olive Young, this blendable pencil works on eyes, and cheeks, creating that Korean aegyosal you’ve seen on K-pop idols.
With 9 shades like “Classy Fig” and “Scented Bouquet,” you will find a match whether you’re going for subtle or statement.
The formula glides on and blends well with just your fingertips.
From peachy nudes to warm browns, there’s a hue for every skin tone.
This Korean sunscreen offers powerful SPF50+ PA++++ protection with a non-oily formula that glides on smoothly, leaving your skin soft and moisturized thanks to soothing rice extracts and skin-strengthening probiotics like Saccharomyces and Lactobacillus ferments.
Safe for all ages and skin types, it’s the ideal choice for the whole family.
Toss the travel-friendly 10ml tube in your bag for on-the-go UV defense.
SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Ampoule 30ml
Here’s a Centella-powered ampoule that’s a soothing whisper for your face, delivering hydration.
Sourced from Madagascar, the Centella Asiatica extract works to strengthen your skin’s natural defenses.
It’s a pH-balancing act that even the most finicky skin will applaud.
With its EWG Green Grade, you can trust that only the good stuff made the cut.
SKINFOOD Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pads
Last but not least, SKINFOOD’s Carrot Carotene Calming Water Pads are here to save irritated complexions.
These vegan pads contain beta-carotene, extracted from organic Jeju-grown carrots through a special steaming process.
It’s like a juice cleanse for your face, minus the veggie aftertaste.
The carrot seed oil, rich in carotene, delivers a soothing effect that will make your skin feel as calm as a zen master.
