My Korean Icon Contest

KTO-Manila Question: WHAT DO YOU THINK OF WHEN YOU HEAR THE WORD “KOREA”?

Honestly, the first thing that will come into my mind when I hear the word "Korea" is “K-POP”. :) Why? Because ever since I really love Korean Pop songs or K-Pop. I love K-Pop because of the catchy beats, the innovative music videos, the amazing concerts, the handsome guys and beautiful girls, the talented singers and mostly because I appreciate the hard work it takes to become successful just like “PSY” now. ^^ K-Pop groups and singers are extremely dedicated to constantly improving themselves. I also love K-Pop because fans get to know their favorite idols, singers and groups very well thanks to TV performances, TV shows, concerts and fan meets.

K-Pop is special because it combines Korean lyrics with catchy English phrases. International fans might not know the Korean lyrics at first, but they can sing along with the English lyrics. K-Pop is also unique because the songs are very vibrant and the idols have irresistible charm and charisma.

Thanks to the Internet and fans that translate Korean song lyrics and post videos, I was able to learn about Korean music. K-Pop is now a global phenomenon because of fans around the world that share a love for Korea’s talented singers and groups. The ease of sharing media and information globally enables anyone to become a K-Pop fan now.

K-Pop is a powerful tool for cultural exchange. K-Pop was the main reason why I started to have an interest in Korean culture. I was excited about learning about different cultures. Because I loved K-POP so much, I started to watch Korean dramas and films, I saw traditional Korean dances, I ate Korean foods, and I became interested in Korean language.

K-Pop has been a part of my life for a long time and it will continue to be. I will always keep the faith. ^__^

Anyway, regarding to the “K-POP” I just explained. I’m really confused why Korean Artists really have a beautiful and flawless skin. Do you want to know why? :)

Well, I would recommend to use some Korean Cosmetics, and that is “BB Cream”. ^^

[PSY’s Wiki Korea – My Korean Icon Contest]

CATEGORY: SHOPPING

ICON THAT I CHOSE: “BB Cream”

━━☆ [MY ENTRY] SHOPPING | BB Cream ☆━━

BB cream, for those of you who don’t know, is basically a hybrid between a tinted moisturizer and foundation. It’s a little thicker and offers more coverage than a tinted moisturizer and is supposed to make your skin look super awesome, poreless, and smooth. Sometimes they have added benefits–like SPF protection and ingredients that help with anti-aging. They’re also exploded on the market–and with so many options it’s hard to know exactly which one to choose.

For me, BB Cream is possibly the World's First All-in-One Cosmetic Product in Asia. Also, BB Cream is the best selling Korean cosmetic!ヾ(＠^▽^＠)ﾉ

BB CREAM = Base + Foundation + Concealer + (Natural Makeup) + Sunblock + Moisturiser + Oil Control + Healing Properties (Skin Regeneration, Pore Tightening, Skin Toning) + Optional Feature (Anti-Wrinkle/Brightening/Whitening)

(Based on extensive BB Cream reviews, It provides coverage just like a foundation, but instead of clogging pores and damaging the skin, it tightens the pores and help improve skin complexion. It also known as Blemish Balm Cream)

Use BB cream to as your makeup base & foundation & enjoy nicer and more-refined skin in just a few weeks! (｡♥‿♥｡)

[PSY’s Wiki Korea Question] WHAT ARE SOME KOREAN COSMETIC PRODUCTS THAT ARE MUST-BUYS?

MY ANSWER:

Well, I would recommend/suggest these BB Creams..

These are must-buys! And I'm highly recommended these all! (≧∇≦)/

☆ ETUDE HOUSE ☆

Korea's Most Popular Cosmetic Brand

(KFDA approved & ISO 9001 certified)

① Etude House Magic BB Cream

For skin tone: Normal or fair skin

For skin type: Combination, dry or oily skin

Oil Control: Low or Medium/High 

Coverage: Medium

Finishing: Natural glow

(Ideal for girls and boys that has normal or fair skin that needs either oil control or moisturisation. There are 2 types for this BB Cream (oil control or moisturising type).

② Etude House Bright BB Cream

For skin tone: Fair or very fair skin

For skin type: Combination or dry skin

Oil Control: Low (as this is a moisturising type of bb cream)

Coverage: Medium

Finishing: Natural glow

(Ideal for girls and boys that has fair or very fair skin that needs moisturisation and wants to have a slight natural glow finishing).

☆ SKIN79 ☆

Korea's First & Top 5 BB Cream Brand

(KFDA approved & ISO 9001 certified)

① Skin79 Super Plus Gold Label BB Cream

General BB Cream Review:

For skin tone: Normal tone skin

For skin type: Combination or dry skin

Oil Control: Low (as this is a moisturising type of bb cream)

Coverage: Light/Medium

Finishing: Natural matte

(Ideal for girls and boys that needs not just moisturisation but the richest ingredients to protect and make their skin smoother, more refined and elastic)

*SPF25PA++

*Tighten pores and increase skin elasticity throught its abundant nutrition of PURE GOLD & CAVIAR extracts. 

*Whitens and improves wrinkles to cultivate brighter and more-refined, smoother skin through its highly-potent Arbutin, Adenosine and Titanium Dioxide ingredients. These ingredients also function to intercept ultraviolet rays UVA and UVB and protect to your skin from the sun more thoroughly.

*Provides moisturisation to the skin to keep it soft and smooth through its Phyto Complex ingredients.

*Protect skin from various harmful environmental conditions through its Osmopur ingredients of new concept which are Mined Sunflower, Rice Bran and Ivy Extracts.

* Feels very light on skin

☆ BRTC ☆

Korea's No.1 Medical BB Cream and Top 3 BB Cream Brand

(KFDA approved & ISO 9001 certified)

① BRTC Blemish Perfect Recover Balm BB Cream

General BB Cream Review:

For skin tone: Normal or fair tone skin

For skin type: Combination or oily or sensitive (with acne or pimples) skin

Oil Control: Very Strong

Coverage: Medium/High

Finishing: Natural matte 

(Ideal for girls and boys with normal or fair skin with acne or pimple problems that needs a BB cream with strongest oil control and most effective skin regeneration properties to reduce the scars and marks as well as to reduce new acnes or pimples from forming)

*BRTC Blemish Perfect Recover Balm BB is the most advanced medical BB cream to treat and improve sensitive or oily skin which are prone to acne and pimples. This leading medical BB cream has been reported by neutral bloggers to improve their skin condition significantly.

*Contains natural Phyto ingredients such as Aloe Vera & Green Tea extracts to soothe blemish skin and diminish skin imperfection

* Heals the skin and reduce acne through its Bisabolol ingredient which is an anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant agent.

* Reduces acne scars and pimple marks by promoting skin regeneration through its Allantoin ingredient. Allantoin acts as a valuable cell-invasive healing agent which stimulates healthy tissue formation. 

* Very strong control of oily sebum production

☆ DR. JART+ ☆

Korea's Top 3 BB Cream Brand

(KFDA approved & ISO 9001 certified)

① Dr. Jart+ Silver Label Rejuvenating Blemish Base BB Cream (Premium)

General BB Cream Review:

For skin tone : Fair and very fair skin

For skin type: Combination or oily or sensitive skin

Oil Control: Strong

Coverage: High

Finishing: Natural matte

(Ideal for girls and boys with fair and normal/oilier type of skin that needs the best and most effective all-in-1 premium BB cream that improves skin overall condition)

* Whitening Formula, with SPF35/PA++.

* Superior concealing properties that effectively covers acne and skin redness due to allergy.

* Calms and repairs skin, effectively improve the condition of acne and sensitive skin.

* Main ingredients: Arbutin, Pore Purifying Complex, Hyaluronic Acid, Coenzyme Q10, Centella asiatica extract.

② Dr. Jart+ Black Label Detox Healing Blemish Base BB Cream (Premium)

General BB Cream Review:

For skin tone : Normal tone skin

For skin type: Combination or dry or sensitive skin

Oil Control: Medium

Coverage: Medium/High

Finishing: Natural matte

(Ideal for girls and boys with normal/dryer type of skin that needs the best and most effective all-in-1 premium BB cream that improves overall skin condition)

* Whitening & Anti-Wrinkle Formula, with SPF25/PA++.

* Main ingredients: Arbutin, Chamomilla, Adenosin, Titanium Dioxide, Allantoin, Collagen.

DO YOU WANT TO KNOW ON HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST?

Well, just follow these steps.. ｡◕‿◕｡

1. Identify your skin tone (very fair, fair, normal or dark?) and skin type (normal, dry or oily?)

2. Now, ask yourself what are your needs. For example: acne reduction? brightening? sunblock? stronger oil control? moisturisation? more coverage? etc.

3. Now, shortlist or select the most suitable/ideal BB cream for yourself (see the examples below).

Example 1: If you have normal skin tone with pimples, you should choose BRTC Blemish Perfect Recover Blemish Balm.

Example 2: If you have fair skin tone with pimples, you should either choose, BRTC Blemish Perfect Recover Blemish Balm or Dr. Jart+ Silver Label Blemish Balm. If you want high coverage, then choose Dr. Jart+ over BRTC.

Example 3: If you have normal skin tone but dry, choose Skin79 Super Plus BB Gold Label or Dr. Jart+ Detox Healing Black Label. If you want better oil control, choose Dr. Jart+ over Skin79. But if you want richer ingredients for more-refined skin, choose Skin79 over Dr. Jart+.

Example 4: If you have a low budget and have a normal skin type, you can choose Etude or Bornskin. If strong oil control is more important, choose Bornskin. If better coverage is more important, choose Etude.

IN SHORT, IT'S ALL ABOUT MAKING COMPARISONS TO KNOW WHICH BB CREAM WOULD SUIT YOU BEST. (❁´◡`❁)*✲ﾟ*

(☞ﾟ∀ﾟ)☞ For more details, kindly refer and watch MY UCC VIDEO:

Thank you so much for reading my blog! I hope you had fun reading and watching my UCC Video! (゜▽゜;) Thanks a lot and Wish me luck to this contest! ヽ(*・ω・)ﾉ I'm really hoping to win this contest to go to Korea. ‘Coz ever since, Korea is my dream country! And I want to experience this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! So, good luck to all of us who joined this event! ^^

To “Korea Tourism Organization Manila” and “buzz KOREA”, I’m really glad to participate/join this contest! Thank you very much for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that you organized for us! 감사합니다! More Power and GOD Bless you! (●⌒∇⌒●)

By the way, You could join also on this contest! ^__^
Please refer to this link for more details:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=585310521513575&set=a.389408621103767.101167.387010184676944&type=1

And If you want to know more about Korea, You may contact these websites and facebook pages:

Korea Tourism Organization Manila Office (facebook page)
http://www.facebook.com/ktomanila

Korea Tourism Organization (facebook page)
http://www.facebook.com/koreatourism

buzz KOREA (website & facebook page) 
http://www.ibuzzkorea.com/eng/
http://www.facebook.com/buzzkorea