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6 Exciting K-Beauty Ingredients to Look Out for in 2019

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PHAs
Have you heard of PHAs yet? Short for "polyhydroxy acids," they're the new exfoliating acid on the block. Known for its combined gentleness and effectiveness, it's an ingredient that's really taking off in South Korea at the moment, according to Glow Recipe co-founder Sarah Lee.

Suggested product: Glow Recipe Avocado Melt Sleeping Mask, $45

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Licorice Extract
"Natural brighteners are on the rise!" says Cho. "Licorice extract, a well-studied natural brightener (also a personal favorite ingredient of mine) will continue to be a popular skin care ingredient because of its ability to brighten while being gentle on the skin.

Suggested products: Acwell Licorice pH Balancing Essence Mist, $24

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Micro-Spicules
According to Yoon, micro-spicules "act like microneedles" in that they're designed to "help products penetrate all the more and deliver a more profound transformation to your skin." It's a new technology currently being pioneered in South Korea and we're definitely itching to give it a try.

Suggested products: Eco Your Skin Meso Ampoule, $130

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All-in-One Products
"All-in-one products that have multi-functional benefits are becoming more popular as people are looking to combine steps into one, and streamline their skin care routine," Cho says, noting the popularity of toner/essence/moisturizer and exfoliator/mask/cleansing balm hybrids.

Suggested Products: Klairs Youthful Glow Sugar Mask, $24

BY ROSIE NARASAKI | NOV 20, 2018 | SHARES
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