What's in the makeup pouch of G-Dragon's rumoured girlfriend Lee Joo-Yeon

It girl

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By now, you may have already heard about South Korean actress Lee Joo-Yeon who is rumoured to be dating one of K-pop’s biggest stars, G-Dragon.

The Korean media just can’t seem to get enough of her ever since the couple were spotted posting similar photos from their trips to Hawaii and Jeju on social media. The 31-year-old actress who first made her debut as a singer in Korean girl group, After School, in 2009 is known for her well-maintained luminous complexion and natural barely-there makeup.  

Scroll through the gallery to see the exact beauty products used by the actress.

Photo: Joo-Yeon/Instagram

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Drugstore vs. High End

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If you are a true beauty enthusiast, you would know that quality doesn’t always correlate to price. Lee Joo-Yeon certainly appreciates a bargain buy.

She took to the gram and share a rare glimpse into her makeup pouch. Apart from luxe makeup brands like the NARS and Yves Saint Laurent, a number of bargain brands like Carmex and Catrice also made the actress’s list of must haves.

One of her favourite products?  The Catrice Cosmetics Camouflage Cream ($5.90) - a high coverage cream concealer that reliably conceals imperfections on the skin.

Photo: Joo-Yeon/Instagram

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Pony Effect Everlasting Cushion ($45.90)

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Achieve Lee Joo-Yeon’s glowy complexion with her favourite Pony Effect Everlasting Cushion. Formulated for dry skin, one swipe of this chic looking cushion compact will leave the skin looking dewy and plump.

Unlike most Korean cushion foundations, this range of cushions from Korean makeup artist and YouTuber comes in a variety of shades that takes into account the undertones of the skin, so a true match is guaranteed.

Available from Lazada.

Photo: Joo-Yeon/Instagram

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Suiskin Shaking Modeling Mask (blue) (US$21.49)

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When Lee Joo-Yeon’s complexion needs a pick-me-up, she turns to rubber modelling pack. These masks are basically the do-it-yourself version of sheet masks.

They start out in powder form but turn into a thick paste once you add water in. Unlike most modelling masks that requires mixing, this mask by Suiskin is an absolute time-saver because there is no mixing required, all you have to do is to shake the mixture to distribute the product. This Shaking Modelling Mask is currently not available in Singapore, so you might have to get it from online shopping platforms like Airfrov.

Photo: Joo-Yeon/Instagram

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Botanic Heal Boh Derma Water Intensive Spot Gel ($55)

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This is the actress’s go-to skincare product when her skin feels sensitive. Instead of drying out the skin like most spot treatments, this blemish pen recommended by Lee Joo-Yeon soothes and reduces redness while being gentle on sensitive skin. It also doubles as an anti-wrinkle and whitening treatment to target premature skin ageing.

Available from Qoo10.

Photo: Joo-Yeon/Instagram

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Bobbi Brown Intensive Skin Serum foundation ($90)

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You can perfect Lee Joo-Yeon’s no makeup makeup look with this serum based foundation “lasts all day, even on cold and dry days”.

Made with cordyceps to stimulate the skin’s collagen production, this foundation gives the skin a luminous second skin finish without it being too high-shine. It actually looks like you have flawless skin and it wouldn’t even seem like you have makeup on.

Photo: Joo-Yeon/Instagram

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Hera Rouge Holic Sleek in Magenta ($52.68)

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Lee Joo-Yeon usually gravitates to softer lipstick shades that give off a girl next door vibe. But when she does sport a bolder lip like this one from Hera, she looks incredibly chic and sophisticated.  

This lippie that combines a lip liner with a lipstick saves you the hassle of having to find a liner that perfectly matches a certain lipstick. This multi-tasker also saves up valuable space in your makeup purse, perfect if you are a beauty hoarder like us.

Available from Lazada.

Photo: Joo-Yeon/Instagram

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Hair roller

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If you want voluminous “see-through” bangs inspired by Lee Joo-Yeon, the humble velcro hair roller is your best friend.

Simply gather your bangs and place the roller underneath your hair and wait for the roller to set or blow-dry to speed up the process before finishing off with hairspray. These inexpensive hair rollers can be found at K-beauty stores like Innisfree and Etude House.

Photo: Joo-Yeon/Instagram

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VT Real Collagen Pact ($47.29)

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Not only does it have SPF 50 to protect your skin from the harmful UV rays, this cushion that is highly raved by Korean celebrities like Lee Joo-Yeon is also your skin’s on-the-go shield against dehydration, pollution and free radicals.

The glowy and radiant finish is great for normal to dry skin types who want a glow all day.

Available from Shopee.

Photo: Joo-Yeon/Instagram

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Belif Numero 10 Essence ($49)

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The key to achieving the After School member’s porcelain complexion is hydration. Lee Joo-Hyeon keeps her skin quenched by patting in the Belif Numero 10 Essence after cleansing her skin.

This powerhouse treatment that contains the herb Rose of Jericho absorbs quickly into the skin to deliver immense hydration and plump up the skin.

Photo: Joo-Yeon/Instagram

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