How to do a quick five minute everyday Korean makeup look

This guide walks you through a light, natural everyday makeup routine you can finish in about five minutes. It suits beginners and anyone who wants a fresh, barely there look for work or school. You only need a few basic products and clean hands or a sponge.

korean quick and easy 5 minute makeup tips! Every day light makeup! #nomakeupmakeup #koreanmakeup, by jenny on YouTube. 1 min 18 s.

Video length
1 min 18 s
Time to do it
5 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Steps
8

What you need

Steps

  1. Wash your face and pat it dry. Apply a thin layer of moisturiser with sun protection and let it sink in for a minute.

  2. Dot a lightweight tinted moisturiser or BB cream over your cheeks, forehead and chin. Blend it out with a damp sponge or your fingers.

  3. Tap a small amount of concealer under your eyes and on any spots. Pat, do not rub, until it blends into the skin.

  4. Fill in the gaps in your brows with a brow pencil using short, light strokes. Brush through with a spoolie to soften the lines.

  5. Smile and sweep a little cream or powder blush onto the apples of your cheeks. Blend upward toward your temples.

  6. Curl your lashes and apply one thin coat of mascara to the top lashes. Wiggle the wand from root to tip to avoid clumps.

  7. Apply a lip tint or tinted balm to the centre of your lips and blend outward with your fingertip for a soft edge.

  8. Check your face in natural light and blend any harsh edges. Set only the areas that get oily, like your T-zone.

Tips and common mistakes

Use less product than you think you need and build up in thin layers for a natural finish.

A damp beauty sponge gives a smoother, more skin-like base than fingers alone.

Skip heavy powder all over the face so the skin keeps a fresh, dewy look.

Wash your sponge and brushes weekly to avoid breakouts.

Questions

Do I need expensive products for this look?

No. Drugstore tinted moisturiser, concealer and mascara work fine. Focus on shades that match your skin rather than price.

How do I stop the makeup looking cakey?

Use thin layers and blend well, especially around the eyes and nose. Only powder the areas that get shiny.

Can I do this if I have oily skin?

Yes. Choose a matte or oil-free tinted moisturiser and set your T-zone with a light powder.

This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.

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