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Best Korean Foundations/Cushions for Dry, Dehydrated, and Sensitive Skin Types

In this post, we will discuss the best Korean foundations/cushions for dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types.

We have chosen all the foundations/cushions based on how often the person has used, tested, and recommended the product.

1. Espoir Pro Tailor Foundation Be Glow SPF25 PA++

This is a Korean foundation people have recommended for dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types. It has a light runny consistency that provides light to medium coverage and gives a natural look to the skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

They have 10 different shades (porcelain, vanilla, ivory, petal, beige, buff, salmon, tan, honey, and deep).

Pros:

  • It does not flake or cake and gives a natural look.
  • It is hydrating and moisturizes the skin smoothly.
  • It gives a radiant glow to the skin.
  • The people who used this product said they didn’t experience any irritation, redness, or breakouts. They approved it for sensitive skin.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

WATER / AQUA / EAU, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, DIPHENYLSILOXY PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, CETYL ETHYLHEXANOATE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE, PEG-30 DIPOLYHYDROXYSTEARATE, DIISOSTEARYL MALATE, NIACINAMIDE, CETYL PEG/PPG-10/1 DIMETHICONE, BIS-PEG/PPG-14/14 DIMETHICONE, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, POLYBUTENE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, POLYPROPYLSILSESQUIOXANE, DIMETHICONE, POLYVINYL ALCOHOL, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, GLYCERIN, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, FRAGRANCE / PARFUM, VINYL DIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, ALCOHOL, DISODIUM EDTA, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, ADENOSINE, PHENOXYETHANOL, OLIVE FRUIT OIL, TREHALOSE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, SUNFLOWER SEED OIL, JOJOBA SEED OIL, VITIS VINIFERA (GRAPE) SEED OIL, MACADAMIA TERNIFOLIA SEED OIL, IRON OXIDES (CI 77492), IRON OXIDES (CI 77491), IRON OXIDES (CI 77499).

2. Laneige Neo Cushion Glow

This is another Korean foundation/cushion that should be suitable for dry, dehydrated, sensitive skin types. It is lightweight and provides strong coverage for the skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

They have 6 different shades to choose from (13N1 Ivory, 17C1 cool vanilla, 21C1 cool beige, 21N1 beige, 23N1 sand, and 25N1 tan).

Pros:

  • It provides lightweight and strong coverage.
  • It moisturizes the skin for 24 hours.
  • It contains Panthenol (firming), Lotus flower extract (antioxidant), and Blue Hyaluronic acid (moisturizing).
  • It lasts for 50 hours.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

WATER / AQUA / EAU, CYCLOPENTASILOXANE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891), PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, HOMOSALATE, GLYCERIN, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE (NANO), PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, CYCLOHEXASILOXANE, BORON NITRIDE, TRIMETHYLSILOXYSILICATE, NIACINAMIDE, LAURYL PEG-10 TRIS(TRIMETHYLSILOXY)SILYLETHYL DIMETHICONE, PROPANEDIOL, POLYMETHYL METHACRYLATE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, ACRYLATES/DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, IRON OXIDES (CI 77492), SODIUM CHLORIDE, ALUMINA, BISMUTH OXYCHLORIDE (CI 77163), GLYCERYL STEARATE CITRATE, POLYSORBATE 80, DISODIUM STEAROYL GLUTAMATE, FRAGRANCE / PARFUM, ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, DIMETHICONE/PEG-10/15 CROSSPOLYMER, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, ETHYLHEXYL HYDROXYSTEARATE, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491), SIMETHICONE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, DISODIUM EDTA, ADENOSINE, IRON OXIDES (CI 77499), TRIETHOXYCAPRYLYLSILANE, CITRONELLOL, GERANIOL, LIMONENE, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, BHT, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, THYMOL TRIMETHOXYCINNAMATE, SODIUM CITRATE, TOCOPHEROL, SODIUM BENZOATE, LACTIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE, DIAMOND POWDER, XANTHAN GUM.

3. IM UNNY Skin Foundation Primer

This is a Korean foundation primer that provides all-in-one functions like pore care, tone correction, hydration, and makeup base.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

This product only has 1 shade.

Pros:

  • This foundation primer tones up the skin, improves complexion, blurs imperfections, and adds radiance to the skin’s natural color.
  • It is a lightweight silky lotion-like texture that applies smoothly to the skin and moisturizes it. It does not clump or induce irritation.
  • It contains ingredients like Centella Asiatica, Cypress Tree Water, Chamomile Flower Extract, Soy Oil, and Protein to improve skin tone, soothe troubles, acne, blemishes, and control oil and water level.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Purified Water, Cyclohexasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/​Dicaprate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Mica (Ci 77019), Cetyl PEG/​PPG-10/​1 Dimethicone, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Dimethicone, 1,2-Hexanediol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Matricaria Flower Extract, Soybean Oil, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Grape Seed Extract, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Ground Cherry Flower Extract, Soy Protein, Carrot Extract, Crithmum Maritimum Extract, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Sorbitan Isostearate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Magnesium Sulfate, Tribehenin, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Glyceryl Tribehenate/​Isostearate/​Eicosandioate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Aluminum Hydroxide, Tocopherol, Resveratrol, Caprylyl Glycol, Beta-Carotene, Disodium EDTA, Ethanol, Fragrance, Yellow Iron Oxide (Ci 77492), Red Iron Oxide (Ci 77491), Black Iron Oxide (Ci 77499).

4. Romand – Nu Zero Cushion

This is another lightweight foundation/cushion that should be suitable for dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

It is available in 10 shades.

Pros:

  • It is lightweight and provides perfect pore coverage for smooth semi-matte skin.
  • It does not irritate the skin or cause breakouts.
  • It also helps to cover fine lines, wrinkles, and pigmentation.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Titanium Dioxide, Methyl Trimethicone, Propanediol, Butyloctyl Salicylate, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Dimethicone, Niacinamide, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Isododecane, Trisiloxane, Magnesium Sulfate, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, 1,2-Hexanediol, Diphenyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Diphenyl Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Iron Oxide Yellow, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Iron Oxide Red, Butylene Glycol, Polysilicone-11, Adenosine, Iron Oxide Black, Polyglutamic Acid, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water, Tocopherol, Hyaluronic Acid, Fragrance, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891).

5. CLIO Kill Cover Mesh Glow Cushion

CLIO Kill Cover Mesh Glow Cushion is a Korean foundation/cushion that provides lightweight coverage along with a lot of moisturizing and soothing ingredients.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

It is available in 3 shades.

Pros:

  • It is a creamy cushion that delivers dewy, lightweight coverage that lasts the day.
  • It is packed with Rose water, Chamomile, and 8 kinds of Hyaluronic acid that help moisturize, calm, and soothe the skin.
  • The plant-powered natural polymer ensures reliable, long-lasting wear (54-hour staying power).
  • There is no fading, cracking, or caking.
  • The waterdrop-shaped puff is thoughtfully designed to reach all areas of the face, such as around the nose.
  • This is a hypoallergenic formula that is recommended for those who prefer a radiant finish as opposed to a semi-matte finish.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Titanium Dioxide, Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Phenyl Trimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate, Glycerin, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone, Acrylates/​Dimethicone Copolymer, Niacinamide, Cetyl PEG/​PPG-10/​1 Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Water, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dimethicone, Cyclohexasiloxane, Magnesium Sulfate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Tribehenin, Glyceryl Behenate/​Eicosadioate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone/​Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Caprylyl Glycol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Panthenol, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Tocopherol, Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Crosspolymer, Potassium Hyaluronate, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxide Red, Iron Oxide Yellow, Iron Oxide Black, Fragrance.

6. AMUSE Dew Jelly Vegan Cushion

This is a Korean foundation/cushion that is really dewy and moisturizing. This makes it suitable for dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

It comes in 3 shades.

Pros:

  • It is allergen-free, fragrance-free, paraben-free, and reef-friendly.
  • It has 70% essence containing Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice 43%, Panthenol 10,000 PPM, 10 Hyaluronic acids, and Vita 11-COMPLEX giving your skin a healthy glow, and shape memory jelly texture gives lifting effect.
  • It covers blemishes, redness, and pores naturally.
  • The Jelly texture adheres to your skin tightly making your skin moist on the inside and smooth on the outside, keeping the foundation from rubbing off.
  • The puff is made from fermented corn and can be kept clean by its anti-bacterial effect of up to 99.9% and water-repellency effect.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice, Dibutyl Adipate, Titanium Dioxide, Propanediol, Water, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Alcohol Denat., Homosalate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Niacinamide, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Panthenol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Pentylene Glycol, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Sorbitan Sesquioleate, Behenyl Alcohol, Isononyl Isononanoate, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Butylene Glycol, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose Stearoxy Ether, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Polyisobutene, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Ethylhexylglycerin, PEG-240/HDI Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether, Alumina, Stearic Acid, Adenosine, Sorbitan Oleate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, T-Butyl Alcohol, Tocopherol, Potassium Laurate, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Retinyl Palmitate, Biotin, Cyanocobalamin, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Thiamine Hcl, Potassium Hyaluronate, Folic Acid, Pyridoxine, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Fragrance, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77499).

7. JUNG SAEM MOOL – Essential Skin Nuder Cushion

This is a foundation/cushion made for dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

It comes in 6 shades.

Pros:

  • It is a moisturizing cushion that offers flawless dewy skin.
  • It contains a skin-friendly coating powder that adheres to the skin lightly for long-lasting coverage.
  • It helps correct skin tone and brightens for clear, radiant skin.
  • It comes with 7 rich shades that can match any skin tone.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Niacinamide, Pentylene Glycol, Trisiloxane, Dimethicone, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Hydrogenated Coconut Oil, Caprylyl Methicone, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, Isododecane, Magnesium Sulfate, Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Stearic Acid, Alumina, Aluminum Hydroxide, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Adenosine, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tin Oxide (CI 77861), Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance(Parfum), Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Mica (CI 77019).

8. Missha Magic – Cushion Moist Up SPF 50 PA+++

Missha Magic Cushion Moist Up is a water-fit cushion that lightly sets over the skin to create smoother and more radiant skin.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

It contains 2 shades (No.21 – neutral light beige and No.23 – neutral medium beige)

Pros:

  • It contains different plant extracts that can hydrate and moisturize the skin.
  • It does not irritate the skin.
  • It is very lightweight.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Methyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Lauryl PEG-10 Tris(Trimethylsiloxy)silylethyl Dimethicone, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Niacinamide, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Dimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Iron Oxides (CI 77492), Magnesium Sulfate, Phenoxyethanol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Trisiloxane, Cetearyl Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Isododecane, Stearic Acid, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Alumina, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Acrylates/Polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate Copolymer, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Iron Oxides (CI 77491), Aluminum Hydroxide, Fragrance(Parfum), Ethylhexylglycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, Iron Oxides (CI 77499), Adenosine, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Disodium EDTA, Nelumbo Nucifera Root Water, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Sage Leaf Water, Ethyl Hexanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Octanediol, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Limonene.

9. FWEE Cushion Glass Ver SPF50+ PA+++

This is a Korean foundation/cushion that has a lot of properties and functions that people with dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin types would love!!

RatingPrice
10/10$$

It comes in 3 shades.

Pros:

  • The Xylitol in the product provides instant cooling, lowering the skin temperature so that makeup can be applied well.
  • The 40 skincare ingredients and hot spring water provide enough skincare effect, you can reduce basic care to just toner.
  • With high refractive oil it gives real glass shines from any angle. The more you pat, the more radiant it gets.
  • With the high-adhesive fitting gel, the close-fitting glow adheres thinly but covers blemishes as if you were born with naturally good skin.
  • The water drop-shaped glass puff that delivers moisture and catches oil tightly covers even the delicate parts of the nose and eye area, and the 99.9% antibacterial treatment creates a cleaner glass shine.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Onsen-Sui, Titanium Dioxide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Isododecane, Glycerin, Propanediol, Diphenylsiloxy Phenyl Trimethicone, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Xylitol, Betula Platyphylla Japonica Juice, Sedum Sarmentosum Extract, Borago Officinalis Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract, Matricaria Flower/Leaf Extract, Hyacinth Extract, Lavender Flower Water, Clary Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Extract, Origanum Vulgare Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Rosemary Extract, Thyme Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Mentha Suaveolens Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Thyme Leaf Extract, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Methyl Trimethicone, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Dimethicone, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Acrylates/Stearyl Acrylate/Dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer, Magnesium Sulfate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Synthetic Fluorphlogopite, Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Stearic Acid, Aluminum Hydroxide, Alumina, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Octyldodecanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Water, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Isopropyl Myristate, Isostearic Acid, Lecithin, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Adenosine, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Polyglyceryl-3 Polyricinoleate, Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Isopropyl Titanium Triisostearate, Tocopherol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Trehalose, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Ceramide NP, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Glyceryl Caprylate, Proline, Threonine, Valine, Isoleucine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Histidine, Cysteine, Methionine, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Calcium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hyaluronate, Flavor, CI77492, CI77491, CI77499.

10. Heimish’s Artless Perfect Cushion SPF50+/PA++++

This is a Korean foundation/cushion for anyone who wants moisture after makeup or anyone who wants a natural, long-lasting cover.

RatingPrice
10/10$$

There are only 2 shades.

Pros:

  • It has sun protection of SPF 50+.
  • It brightens the dark complexion and decreases wrinkles and fine lines.
  • It moisturizes the skin and provides a natural glowing look.
  • It has a light texture and won’t feel heavy on the skin.

Cons:

  • None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Titanium Dioxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Cyclohexasiloxane, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Octocrylene, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate, Zinc Oxide, PEG-10 Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Quaternium-18 Bentonite, Dimethicone, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Thyme Leaf Extract, Peppermint Leaf Extract, Origanum Majorana Leaf Extract, Carnauba Wax, Chlorphenesin, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Aluminum Hydroxide, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Adenosine, Parfum, (+/-) Iron Oxides (CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499).

Which of these products would be suitable for me?

If you have really dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin then, the Espoir Pro Tailor Foundation, Laneige Neo Cushion Glow, CLIO Kill Cover Mesh Cushion, and AMUSE Dew Jelly Cushion are some products we would recommend.

If you have normal or medium dry, dehydrated, and sensitive skin then, the IM UNNY Skin Foundation Primer, JUNG SAEM MOOL – Skin Nuder Cushion, Missha Magic Cushion, and FWEE Cushion Glass are some good options.

If you still have trouble choosing then go for Espoir Pro Foundation, Laneige Cushion, CLIO Kill Cover Cushion, and AMUSE as they are lightweight and really moisturizing.