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

These K-beauty picks do not disappoint (especially where salmon sperm is involved)
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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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