These days, there is a lot more talk about fragrance in skincare. Some "skinfluencers" like Hyram swear that all fragrance is bad and should be avoided. Others, like Labmuffin Beauty Science, take a more balanced approached and claim that fragrance is fine for the vast majority of people.
No matter which side of the fence you sit on, there are now plenty of K-Beauty brands that create products just for you. These days, most K-Beauty products will have low levels of fragrance or even be completely fragrance-free.
It’s important to know what a skincare brand means when they’re advertising their products as "fragrance-free".
If a product is considered fragrance-free, you would be safe to assume that it doesn’t contain any fragrances. However, that doesn’t mean you won’t find any fragrance in it.
Essential oils are a common replacement in many fragrance-free products that market themselves as not using "artificial" fragrances.
Similarly, if a skincare product marketed as ‘unscented’ this usually means that the product does not include strong scents. However, they might still use fragrance to mask the natural smell of the product.
If you are looking for truly fragrance free products because you are allergic to fragrance (approximately 2% of the general population) or have been advised to do so by your doctor, then read on.
We've rounded up the best Korean beauty products that contain zero artificial fragrance OR essential oils.
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Dreaming of a soft cleanse that won't sensitize or irritate skin?
Meet your perfect match. 100% free from artificial fragrances, colours or essential oils this lightweight, ultra-versatile cleanser is perfect for everyday use.
Subi Brightening Powder Cleanser is a shapeshifter that does the work of several products in one. It cleanses, can even exfoliate and is perfect to leave the house and travel with.
WHY WE LOVE
1 Easier to travel with than liquid based cleansers (no mess and no cabin luggage restrictions)
2 Does the work of two products in one
Want a soft, gentle, every-day cleanse? Simply add more water and turn the powder into a fluffy cloud.
Wanting a gentle exfoliation? Go light on the water and leave it grittier.
3 Lasts far longer than typical liquid cleansers
4 Guarantees a brighter complexion, softer skin and a smoother texture
The green tea extract of Beauty Green Tea™, the rich moisture of five types of hyaluronic acid, and the formula added with panthenol soothe the skin.
This nourishing cream is infused with antioxidant-rich green tea extract, skin-nourishing panthenol, squalane and ceramides to lock in moisture by creating a protective barrier, shielding skin from moisture loss.
Ideal for those with truly sensitive skin or skin conditions like rosacea, this whip-soft serum is 100% fragrance free. One pump is all you need to transform dull, dry, rough, irritated and sensitive skin.
The soufflé-texture reinforces skin’s barrier, increases elasticity, restores moisture and improves the look of fine lines. It was featured on Mamamia's You Beauty Podcast (The No 1 Beauty Podcast in Australia) as Host Kelly's Pick.
Best of all, when you've finished with your first jar you can save by stocking up on the refill!
It might smell like cinnamon but this sugar scrub foam doesn't contain any additional fragrances! Instead, it contains natural sugar extracts to refresh and smooth skin without irritation.
Best of all, it contains 2 Products in 1!
You choose between a foam cleanse or an exfoliation at every routine. Here's how to use it:
As a Cleanser: Dissolve the sugar crystals in your palms first, before applying the foam to a wet face. Voila - it's a regular cleanser!
As an Exfoliant: Apply the scrub to a damp face and gently massage it in. Voila - it exfoliates, dissolving the dirt and debris clogging pores. Watch it melt into a creamy foam that thoroughly cleanses.
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"Studies show that as few as 2-5% of people in the general population have a fragrance allergy."
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