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The New Base Standard in K-Beauty

TRENDS&INNOVATION

The New Base Standard in K-Beauty

SPF-first, tone-up correction, and blur finishes shaping consumer demand in 2025




In 2025, daily SPF becomes the foundation of makeup. Korean routines now combine high‑PA sun protection, sheer tone‑up for brightness, and soft‑focus blur finishes. This streamlined, multifunctional approach is duly influencing product development—especially in a market where SPF foundations and blurred textures are rising fast (according to industry tracker projections) and driving brief shifts in R&D.








Projected Growth of Korean Base Makeup Segments (2024–2028)

* SPF-First Products: +30% growth by 2028. * Tone-Up Creams: +23% growth by 2028 * Blur / Soft-Focus Finishes: +25% growth by 2028








SPF as the Core Layer


With sun protection evolving into base makeup, SPF foundations and tinted sunscreens are increasingly popular. The global sun care cosmetics market, valued at around USD 10.2B in 2024, is forecast to nearly double by 2033 at a 7.3% CAGR—highlighting rising innovation in SPF-infused formats.



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MY SKIN BUT BETTER CC CREAM (SPF50 PA++++)


-Delivers natural coverage with SPF50 protection for an everyday flawless look. 
-Lightweight, hydrating texture that feels like skincare but performs like makeup. 
-Represents the shift toward SPF foundations that replace traditional bases

💬 Insight: Consumers now treat SPF as a beauty essential, seeking coverage and care in one effortless layer.

MOISTURE SHIELD SUN CUSHION (SPF50 PA++++)


-A mineral-based cushion offering high UV defense with a breathable glow finish.
-Combines hydration, protection, and convenience in a single compact format.
-Ideal for on-the-go application and touch-ups throughout the day.

💬 Insight: Cushion SPF formats are rising fast in K-Beauty, driving global demand for functional sun makeup hybrids.





Tone-Up for Everyday Radiance


Today’s tone-up creams position themselves as light, corrective layers replacing heavy foundation. Their growth is spurred by demand for brightening actives like TXA, niacinamide, and Vitamin C, as well as a broader*  market appreciation for “skincare-meets-makeup” textures.



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CHAK CHAK TONE-UP CREAM (SPF50 PA++++)


-Provides full coverage while evening out the skin tone for a natural, radiant look.
-PEG-free formula that’s gentle and hydrating — suitable for daily wear.
-Creates a smooth, second-skin finish that brightens without heaviness.

💬 Insight: Consumers are embracing multi-benefit tone-up creams as foundation alternatives — formulas that brighten, protect, and feel like skincare.

MILD TONE UP SUN BASE (SPF50 PA++++)


-Lightweight sun base that boosts radiance and preps skin for seamless makeup.
-Delivers SPF protection and a subtle glow without stickiness or white cast.
-Blends skincare comfort with primer-like performance.

💬 Insight: The “skincare-meets-makeup” tone-up trend continues to expand, driven by the demand for hybrid bases with brightening actives like TXA and niacinamide.




Blur and the Rise of Cloud-Skin


The look has shifted from glossy “glass skin” to soft-focus “cloud skin.” Blur primers and fine powders are bridging skincare and makeup through texture diffusion. The sun care cosmetics market, including tinted and SPF beauty products, is projected to grow from USD 12.5B in 2024 to USD 20.3B by 2033, at a 6.5% CAGR.



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HYDRA TINT SKIN PERFECTOR (SPF50 PA++++)


-Creates a soft-focus, blurred finish while maintaining skin hydration.
-Uses carrier oil + cover-block emulsified particles for a luminous yet smooth appearance.
-Offers pore coverage and light diffusion — ideal for the “cloud-skin” aesthetic.

💬 Insight: As consumers move away from dewy “glass skin,” soft-blur bases like this redefine radiance through a velvet-sheen finish that feels breathable and fresh.

ALL DAY SHIELD CONCEALER (BROAD SPECTRUM SPF50)


-SPF50 protection + 1% TXA for tone correction and barrier repair.
-Delivers semi-matte, velvet coverage that smooths imperfections.
-Acts as both skincare and makeup — blending the two categories seamlessly.

💬 Insight: Blurring concealers with skincare actives are key to achieving “cloud skin” — a refined, matte-with-dimension look that’s replacing glossy finishes.







What Buyers Are Looking For



Claims

* SPF 50+/PA++++, visible-light protection, non-comedogenic, vegan, reef-safe, sweat-resistant.

Formats

* Cushions, sticks, mists, tinted foundations, blur serums, talc-free powders.




Ingredient Playbook

➊ Protection:  Film formers, iron oxides for visible-light, high-PA filters.

➋ Tone:  TXA, niacinamide, AA-2G / Vitamin C derivatives, arbutin.

➌ Comfort:  Centella, ceramides, panthenol.

➍ Blur:  Silica, boron nitride, crosspolymers, oil-control minerals





Consumer Education Strategy


Reinforce the two-finger rule for SPF, followed by a tone-up layer and a blur finish. Reapplication formats—SPF cushions and sticks—are essential for maintaining coverage and protection throughout hectic urban routines.








K-Beauty’s Global Ripple Effect



Korean beauty innovations rarely stay confined to the domestic market. The SPF-first approach, tone-up creams, and cloud-skin blurring textures are already shaping how international consumers evaluate base makeup.



✔️ Exports Driving Demand: According to Verified Market Reports, tone-up creams—originating as a K-beauty staple—are expanding globally, with demand in North America and Europe accelerating as shoppers seek lighter alternatives to foundation.


✔️ Influence on U.S. Trends: U.S. retailers are increasingly adopting SPF-infused formats pioneered in Korea, including cushion foundations, mists, and sticks designed for easy reapplication. This reflects a shift away from single-function sunscreens toward hybrid skincare-makeup.


✔️ Global Buyer Interest: International buyers cite Korean formulations as benchmarks for multifunctionality, vegan compliance, and ingredient transparency. Centella, niacinamide, and blur minerals are now requested in briefs well beyond Asia.


✔️ Category Crossovers: What begins as a local innovation in Seoul—SPF cushions, blur serums, or cloud-skin powders—often becomes the template for global launches within 12–18 months.



K-Beauty continues to set the base standard worldwide, not only through exports but also by influencing how other markets develop their own next-generation products.









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