Why the base of K-beauty sits on dermatology treatments
PIND Dermatology Clinic looks at K-beauty from its pre-makeup approach and maps where skin boosters, whitening injections, hyaluronic acid filler, botulinum toxin, ultrasound lifting, Thermage, Onda, titanium lifting and IPL fit in: K-beauty focuses not on concealing and contouring, but on getting the skin and facial condition right first, then adding a light touch of blush.
K-beauty focuses not on concealing and contouring, but on getting the skin and facial condition right before makeup. In understanding this pre-makeup approach, PIND Dermatology Clinic groups the treatments that correspond to it into several categories: skin boosters, whitening injections, hyaluronic acid filler, botulinum toxin, ultrasound lifting, Thermage, Onda, titanium lifting and IPL. Once the base is set, the makeup needs only a light layer of blush.
What does the pre-makeup step in K-beauty include?
The pre-makeup step covers a wide span of treatments, from skin care to facial contour.
- For skin and pigmentation: skin boosters, whitening injections, IPL
- For injectables and filler: hyaluronic acid filler, botulinum toxin
- For lifting and tightening: ultrasound lifting, Thermage, Onda, titanium lifting
Why are pre-makeup treatments valued more than concealing and contouring?
Because this approach pursues adjusting the face into the shape you want, rather than covering it up with makeup. Concealing and contouring sit in a very light position in this logic, and the makeup finish leaves only a touch of blush.
Our clinic is in Gangnam, Seoul, and among the everyday facial anti-aging and skin improvement needs we see, this order of "adjust the condition first, then apply light makeup" is not uncommon.
Information on this site is for reference only and is neither medical advice nor a guarantee of results. Outcomes vary; your plan is determined at consultation.