Korean drama True Beauty may have ended its run, but we’re still not over it.
Based on a popular webtoon that goes by the same name, True Beauty is about the journey of Lim Ju-Gyeong (played by Moon Ga-Young) and how she went from plain Jane to goddess with the help of makeup and learning how to apply it through watching online videos.
As a show that is themed around beauty, it’s probably unsurprising that fans (including us) are also curious about the products Ju-Gyeong used in the series.
So, here’s a list skincare and makeup products Ju-Gyeong used in True Beauty.
Makeup Ju-Gyeong used in True Beauty
Most of the makeup that used by Ju-Gyeong in True Beauty are from Colorgram.
The K-beauty brand that’s stocked in giant beauty retailer Olive Young rose to fame internationally thanks to this drama series and here are the products featured in the show (plus, where to find them in Malaysia!)
Colorgram Multi Cube Palette
This palette comes with five shades, which include a good mix of matte and glitter finishes. Those who have tried it love how easy it is to blend, even if you’re very new to eyeshadow application. The colours are also super wearable, whether for work or a date.
You can use either a brush or your finger to apply it, and you’ll be happy to know that there’s little to no fallout.
Retails for RM148.48 on Olive Young.
Colorgram Milk Bling Shadow
For a more glamorous eye makeup look, consider this cream shadow that has an iridescent finish. Perfect as an accent to make your eye makeup pop, this can be worn either at the centre of your eyelids for a halo look, or at the inner corner of your eyes to give them a twinkle.
Pro tip: You can even apply it along your cupid’s bow to give the look of plumper, more kissable lips!
Retails for RM51.o9 retails on Olive Young.
Colorgram Artist Formula Auto Brow Pencil
For beautifully drawn brows like Ju-Gyeong’s, consider this eyebrow pencil. This beginner-friendly pencil is angled in such a way that you can create both thin and thick line easily to achieve the look you prefer.
The pencil also comes with a spoolie at the other end that you can conveniently use to brush through your brows to create a softer look.
This is available in six shades so you can choose the one that’s closest to your hair colour or help create your desired look.
Retails for RM28.26 on Amazon.
Colorgram Thunderbolt Tint Lacquer
Remember the scene where Ju-Gyeong went shopping with Han Seo-jun and applied a gorgeous lip tint on him?
Many fans have been asking about this lip tint. Now the secret’s out, the product featured is the Colorgram Thunderbolt Tint Lacquer.
Besides offering a vivid colour payoff, this lightweight but long-lasting lip tint gives a glossy finish and is hydrating on the lips, thanks to the inclusion of aloe vera and rosehip oil in its formula.
There are six shades available and Ju-Gyeong has been seen using #02 Heart Tok and #03 Light Tok.
Retails for RM64.96 on Olive Young.
True Beauty Skincare Products
The skincare products that Ju-Gyeong was seen using in True Beauty were mainly from two K-beauty brands: Round A’Round and Bring Green.
Bring Green Carrot Vita Toner Pad
One of the most talked about skincare product in True Beauty is probably the toner pad that Ju-Gyeong used as a “mask” to calm down her blotchy skin.
The product she used is actually the Bring Green Carrot Vita Toner Pad. This multi-tasker can be used as a daily toner that also gently exfoliates the skin.
Alternatively, you can also do as what Ju-Gyeong did in the show – to place the pads onto the blotchy parts of your face as a quick and easy mask to calm them down.
Retails for RM102.08 on Olive Young.
Bring Green Vitamin Sun Cream
This sunscreen offers high sun protection of SPF50+, PA++++, and yet still deliver a non-sticky, non-greasy texture.
Enriched with skin-loving ingredients such as Niacinamide, Panthenol, and Vitamin E to help skin look brighter, more hydrated, and prevent free radical damage. No wonder Ju-gyeong loves it!
Retails for RM123.58 on Daebak.
Round A'Round Green Tree Trouble Bubble Foam
Enriched with Green Tea Water, this is a slightly acidic cleanser that has great affinity with skin and keeps it at an ideal pH balance. (In case you’re wondering, normal skin is actually slightly acidic!)
You’ll feel your skin feeling moisturised and supple after cleansing. The foaming ability of this cleanser also gives a great sensorial cleansing experience that you’ll love.
Retails for RM77.96 on Olive Young.
Colorgram Rosy Tone Up Cream
You’ll probably first be attracted by its gorgeous packaging but its contents will impress you if you read on. This tone-up cream is a skincare product with complexion-enhancing benefits that can help brighten up dull-looking skin.
You’ll love that it leaves your skin feeling hydrated and refreshed, all thanks to the Rose Flower Extract in its formula. And if you’re prone to blotchiness or redness like Ju-Gyeong, then you’ll be happy to know that this cream also soothes your skin’s irritations while improving the appearance of its texture.
Retails for RM111.36 on Olive Young.
Fragrance Ju-Gyeong used in True Beauty
Round A'Round Life Fragrance - Flower Festival
Seen prominently on Ju-Gyeong’s vanity, this fragrance was created by Round A’Round in collaboration with perfumers.
There are four scents in the collection and the one that Ju-Gyeong wears is Flower Festival, a floral, fruity, and woody fragrance that’s inspired by flowers blooming in spring.
This fragrance is currently unavailable on Malaysian platforms or even the Olive Young website.
Guardian Singapore’s website carries it and retails it for S$40.30 (~RM123.40) but is also out of stock at the time of writing. You can check the link below for updates but note that Guardian Singapore currently doesn’t ship internationally.
Beauty devices Ju-Gyeong used in True Beauty
Let’s not forget about the intriguing skincare and hair devices that the beauty-savvy Ju-Gyeong used in the show.
Vodana GlamWave Curling Iron
How did Ju-Gyeong achieve her effortless curls? One of the most eye-catching devices you might have seen in True Beauty that had helped her primp her tresses is this curling iron from Vodana.
Equipped with ceramic heat plates to protect hair so the cuticles are smoothed to achieve a glossy look, this hair curler also has gorgeous appearance and is super lightweight, making it a product that you can bring around easily and would want to flaunt anytime.
Retails for RM315 on Threebs.
Vodana Triple Flow Wave Iron
Ju-Gyeong is also seen using another curling iron in True Beauty. This is uniquely designed to create mermaid waves more easily.
Its gorgeous candy coloured appearance certainly doesn’t hurt too!
Retails for RM322.55 on Threebs.
VANAV Skin Beam
In Episode 5, Ju-Gyeong whipped out an interesting device that many fans asked about.
This handy beauty device delivers vibration to the skin, as well as two LED light modes: red and blue, to care for your skin.
There are also three modes available:
Facial Mode: to use with basic skin products to aid absorption
Vitamin C Mode: to use specifically with vitamin C products so skin can appear even brighter
Décolleté Mode: to smooth the lines on the neck and décolleté
It sounds like the perfect upgrade for beauty enthusiasts who are looking to amp up their skincare routine.
Retails for RM599 but available at a discounted price at the time of writing on Shopee. Click on the link below for updated price.
VANAV Bubble Pop Cleanser
Ju-Gyeong also takes her cleansing routine to the next level in Episode 9 by deep cleansing with a cleansing device.
The device she is using is by VANAV and can be used to remove makeup while managing blackheads and whiteheads.
There are two modes available: Normal Mode for daily cleansing and Deep-Clean to care for problematic areas such as the T-zone or areas that are prone to pores and sebum. Each mode lasts for one minute only, so you can consider it a quick and easy way to cleanse your skin better!
Retails for RM5937 but available at a discounted price at the time of writing on Shopee. Click on the link below for updated price.
