If you're suffering from a luck of radiance or your skin looks patchy, ashy or lacklustre then it's time to turn it around. Today, we're taking a look at some of the most underrated K-Beauty to try for dull skin.
In general, Korean beauty products are a great fit for dullness and uneven skin tone because so much of the focus is on brighter, more radiant skin. Let's take a look at some products you may not have heard of before!
Okay so it's not exactly underrated - it's got an average 4.9 star rating buuut it's also not TikTok viral (yet, anyway!)
Jelly Ko's Bubble Tea Steam Cream is a delicious hydrating drink for your face. Inspired by Bubble Tea (the drink!) it contains super ingredients Niacinamide, Vitamin E, Beta Glucan, Pearl, Squalane, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Arginine, Adenosine and Allantoin.
Not only is it perfect for dry skin, it also works wonders on dull, dehydrated, rough and lackluster skin types as well.
If you feel like your ordinary moisturiser doesn't sink into the skin but just sits on top then you'll love this skin-softening cream.
Once upon a time Tosowoong Propolis Sparkle Ampoule was the product that kick-started the propolis craze. These days, it doesn't get nearly as much attention as it deserves.
Propolis is one of K-Beauty's favourite ingredients for dull skin because it helps to both soothe and nourish. Unlike other propolis ampoules on the market though, this one comes in an extremely generous 100ml size.
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Made with 80% propolis, it is lightweight propolisampoule thathydrates and nourishes the skin without irritation. Skin effortlessly soaks up the formula leaving it more vibrant and radiant.
You'll notice tighter pores and a brighter skin tone. and the formula assists with dead skin as well.
You might not think a cleanser can help much with dull skin but trust us - using the right products makes a difference. This ultra nourishing formula contains beautiful, antioxidant rich ingredients.
The colour comes from Australian Lemon Myrtle and dreamy Sea Buckthorn Oil, a stellar brightening ingredient. Together, they melt away oil-based impurities like sunscreen, makeup and excess sebum while nourishing the skin with antioxidants, fatty acids and Vitamin E.
Subi's super-effective formula is 100% free from alcohol, silicones, mineral oil, synthetic fragrances or colours, sulfate detergents, parabens, urea, DEA, PEGs, TEA or phthalates. It is a perfect option for dry and sensitive skin.
Another underrated K-Beauty product that is fantastic for those with dull skin isTosowoongSpot Whitening Vita Clinic Cream.
Not only does it have a stellar ingredients list packed with different types of Vitamin C, it transforms the skin thanks to a beautiful buttery texture that targets dark spots.
The texture is dense and sticky, yet quickly absorbed by the skin without leaving a greasy or heavy feeling.