What is Korean makeup, and why is it so popular?
Korean makeup is built around skin that looks like skin. Instead of heavy, full-coverage layers, it favours sheer-to-buildable bases, dewy or soft-matte finishes, juicy lip tints and blushed cheeks that look natural in daylight. Many base products double as skincare, with SPF, ceramides or soothing extracts, which is why they feel comfortable for long days.
For Pakistan, that philosophy works well. Light, breathable textures cope better with heat than thick foundations, long-wear tints survive chai and meals, and cushions make touch-ups quick. Brands such as MISSHA, TIRTIR, ETUDE and TFIT cover everything from everyday BB creams to full-glam cushions.
Best makeup in Pakistan: our most-loved picks
Base: BB creams, cushions and foundations
MISSHA M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF42 PA+++ No.13 Bright Beige
A classic BB cream with sun protection and buildable coverage.
TIRTIR Mask Fit Red Cushion Foundation SPF40 PA++ 18g
A long-wear cushion with a satin finish.
MISSHA Magic Cushion Cover Lasting SPF50+/PA+++ No 21 Light Beige
A higher-coverage cushion for oily skin.
Purito Seoul Wonder Releaf Centella BB Cream SPF30 PA++
A gentle, skin-care-first BB cream for sensitive skin.
TFIT Brilliance Fit Glow Foundation C01 30g
A glow foundation for a fresh, luminous look.
Prep, conceal and set
Tfit Hydrate Vanish ART PRIMER 30ml
A hydrating primer that smooths before base.
TFIT Cover Up Pro Concealer
A creamy concealer for marks and under-eyes.
Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Powder 5g
A cult oil-control loose powder.
TIRTIR Mask Fit Make Up Fixer 80ml
A fixing spray that locks makeup in humidity.
Lips and cheeks
Peripera Ink Airy Velvet 023 In The Peachlight
A soft-blur velvet tint that feels weightless.
rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint 22. POMELO SKIN
A glossy, long-lasting tint for a juicy look.
rom&nd Zero Matte Lipstick 10 PINK SAND
A soft matte lipstick in a wearable nude.
rom&nd Better Than Cheek N01 Nutty Nude
A natural-looking powder blush.
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask EX Berry 20g
Overnight lip care for soft lips before tint.
How to choose your shade for Pakistani skin tones
Most shoppers in Pakistan have warm, olive or neutral undertones with light-medium to deep skin. Korean shades are often labelled by number: 13 is fair, 21 light, 23 natural or medium, and 25 a warmer beige. Many people here wear 21 to 25, and warm (W) or neutral (N) shades usually look most natural.
- Test on the jawline in daylight, not on the hand.
- Match your neck rather than your face if your face is a little darker from sun.
- Remember BB creams oxidise slightly; let a swatch sit for ten minutes before deciding.
- If you are between shades, choose the warmer one and set with a translucent powder.
How to use makeup in your routine
- Skincare first: cleanse, moisturise and apply sunscreen. Let it settle for two to three minutes.
- Primer: optional; use a mattifying one on oily areas or a hydrating one on dry skin.
- Base: pat a BB cream or cushion from the centre of the face outward; build only where you need coverage.
- Conceal: spot-conceal marks and under-eyes after base, so you use less product.
- Set: press powder on the T-zone and finish with a fixing spray in hot weather.
- Cheeks and lips: tap tint onto lips and cheeks for a matching, natural flush.
Makeup that lasts in heat and humidity
Thin layers last longer than thick ones. Choose long-wear cushions and velvet tints, blot rather than re-powder repeatedly, and carry a cushion compact for midday touch-ups. A setting spray helps base survive outdoor events and weddings.
Removing makeup properly
Long-wear bases and tints need a proper removal: a cleansing oil or balm first, then a gentle cleanser. Skipping this step is a common cause of breakouts and a dull complexion.
Two easy looks to start with
The five-minute everyday look
After sunscreen, pat a thin layer of BB cream or cushion over the centre of the face, blend outward with fingers, and spot-conceal only where you need it. Press a little powder onto the nose and forehead, tap a velvet or juicy tint onto lips and the apples of the cheeks, and finish with mascara. The result looks fresh in daylight and survives a commute, an office day and a dinner out.
The evening and wedding-season look
Start with a primer suited to your skin, then build a long-wear cushion in two thin layers. Conceal under-eyes and marks, set the whole face lightly, and add depth with a powder blush. Choose a bolder matte lipstick or layer a tint under a gloss, then mist a fixing spray to lock everything in for photos and long events. Keep a cushion compact and blotting papers in your clutch.
Makeup for oily, dry and sensitive skin
Oily skin
Choose matte or satin cushions, an oil-control primer and a loose mineral powder. Avoid heavy dewy bases on the T-zone in summer.
Dry skin
Prep with a hydrating primer or essence, choose dewy BB creams and cushions, and use cream blush instead of powder.
Sensitive or acne-prone skin
Look for centella or ceramide-infused bases, keep sponges and puffs clean, and remove makeup the same day. A lightweight BB cream often irritates less than a heavy foundation.
Ingredients to look for in makeup
- SPF filters in cushions and BB creams give extra protection, but they do not replace a full layer of sunscreen.
- Ceramides, centella and hyaluronic acid keep base makeup comfortable through the day.
- Mineral powders and silica absorb oil and soften the look of pores.
- Lip oils and butters in tints and lip masks prevent dryness from long-wear colour.
Makeup side effects and who should be careful
Makeup rarely causes problems when it is removed properly and applicators are kept clean. If you are acne-prone, avoid sleeping in makeup and wash sponges weekly. Anyone with fragrance or pigment sensitivities should patch-test new products along the jawline. Expired makeup can harbour bacteria, so replace cushions and liquid bases once they change smell or texture.
Makeup price in Pakistan and buying original
Korean makeup ranges from affordable tints to premium cushions; live prices appear on each product page. Counterfeit cushions and tints are common, and fakes can contain unknown ingredients, so check batch codes, holograms where the brand uses them, and print quality. YESBEAUTY imports from Seoul through the brands' official channels and offers a 7-day return guarantee if any product is ever found inauthentic. Delivery is free over Rs. 6,000.
Shop makeup by brand
Popular makeup brands: Purito Seoul, Laneige, ETUDE, TFIT, TIRTIR, MISSHA.
Every makeup product at YESBEAUTY
Laneige
MISSHA
- MISSHA M Perfect Cover BB Cream SPF42 PA+++ No.13 Bright Beige
- MISSHA Magic Cushion Cover Lasting SPF50+/PA+++ No 21 Light Beige
- MISSHA M Perfect Cover BB Cream PRO SPF42 PA+++ No.23 Natural Beige
- MISSHA M Perfect Cover BB Cream PRO SPF42 PA+++ No.21 Light Beige
- MISSHA M Perfect Cover BB Cream PRO SPF42 PA+++ No.25 Warm Beige
- MISSHA Velvet Finish Cushion SPF50+ PA+++ No.21 Light Beige
- MISSHA Magic Cushion Cover Lasting SPF50+/PA+++ No.23 Natural Beige
- MISSHA Magic Cushion Moist Up SPF50+/PA+++ No.23 Natural Beige
- MISSHA Magic Cushion Moist Up SPF50+/PA+++ No.21 Light Beige
Peripera
- Peripera Ink Airy Velvet 023 In The Peachlight
- Peripera INK Mood Glowy Tint 05 CHERRY SO WHAT 4gm
- Peripera INK AIRY VELVET 021 FLUFFY PEACH 4gm
- Peripera Pure Blushed Sunshine Cheek 022 CREAMY NUDE
- Peripera Ink Airy Velvet #14 Rosy 4gm Pink
- Peripera INK AIRY VELVET 025 ZAZZY PEACH
- Peripera INK VELVET 030 CLASSIC NUDE 4gm
- Peripera INK THE VELVET 015 Beauty Peak Rose 4gm
- Peripera INK VELVET 026 WELL-MADE NUDE 4gm
- Peripera INK VELVET041 COOL OFF ROSY 4gm
- Peripera Double Longwear Cover Concealer # 02 Natural Beige 4gm
- Peripera Ink Airy Velvet 008 Pretty Orange Pink
- Peripera Double Longwear Cover Concealer 0.5 Fair
ETUDE
- ETUDE Fixing Tint #08 Dusty Beige
- ETUDE Dear Darling Water Tint #02 Cherry Pink
- ETUDE Ginger Sugar Essential Lip Balm 15ml
- ETUDE Lovely Cookie Blusher PK004 Peach Choux Wafers 4g
- ETUDE Zero Sebum Drying Powder 4g
Purito Seoul
heimish
- heimish Moringa Ceramide BB Cream SPF 30 PA++ 25 Medium
- heimish Moringa Ceramide BB Cream SPF 30 PA++ 21C Light Beige
- heimish Moringa Ceramide BB Cream SPF 30 PA++23 Light Medium
- heimish Dailism Smudge Stop Mascara 9g
- heimish Ever Glow All Night Lip Mask 20g
- heimish Moringa Ceramide BB Cream SPF 30 PA++ 19 Fair Beige
TFIT
- Tfit Hydrate Vanish ART PRIMER 30ml
- Tfit Delicate Silk Veil ART PRIMER 30ml
- TFIT Cover Up Pro Concealer
- TFIT Idol Cover Concealer 6.5g
- TFIT Brilliance Fit Glow Foundation C01 30g
- TFIT Signature Fit Cover Foundation C01 30g
TIRTIR
- TIRTIR Mask Fit Red Mini Cushion Foundation SPF40 PA++ 4.5g
- TIRTIR Mask Fit Make Up Fixer 80ml
- TIRTIR Mask Fit Waterproof Setting Spray 80ml
- TIRTIR Mask Fit Red Cushion Foundation SPF40 PA++ 18g
rom&nd
- rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint 22. POMELO SKIN
- rom&nd Better Than Cheek N01 Nutty Nude
- rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint 11. Pink Pumpkin
- rom&nd Juicy Lasting Tint 26. Very Bery Pink
- rom&nd Zero Matte Lipstick 10 PINK SAND
- rom&nd Zero Matte Lipstick 23 Ruddy Nude
- rom&nd Better Than Finish