Realistic And Relatable Beauty Moments In Korean Dramas
The hottest Korean dramas are moving away from the overly glamorous looks that were previously seen in hit shows such as “Beauty Inside” and “Cheese In The Trap.” Instead, the newest releases are leaning towards a more natural and realistic aesthetic that people of all ages can relate to. As not everyone can look effortlessly put together such as Song Hye Kyo’s character in “Encounter” or flawlessly glam like Jun Ji Hyun in “My Love From The Star,” it is incredibly refreshing to see how these new dramas are bringing approachable beauty looks to TV screens all over the world. Here are some of the most realistic and relatable beauty moments in the latest K-dramas.
Dongbaek in When The Camellia Blooms
This TV show that is currently playing on Netflix is gaining fans all over the world for its fresh take on the romantic drama trope. Dongbaek, played by Gong Hyo Jin, is a single mother who runs a bar in a provincial town in Korea, which means that there’s not much room for elaborate hairdos or perfectly applied lipstick in terms of styling. But despite the simple way that she wears her hair and even without a hint of makeup, Dongbaek manages to pique the interest of the menfolk of Ongsan. Naturally, this irritates the ladies of the town and they continually gang up on Dongbaek, who accepts this cruel treatment without questioning it.
However, Hwang Yong-sik’s unwavering love and support gives Dongbaek the strength to face the haters head on, and in one episode, Dongbaek literally blooms as she walks along the marketplace wearing a red dress, heels, and a slick of red lipstick. This simple makeover marks a defining point in Dongbaek’s life, and it shows the transformative effects of a bright dress and lip color, which all women can relate to.
Seo Young-ah in Romance Is A Bonus Book
This friends-to-lovers drama has been highly rated by K-drama fans for its modern depiction of love, as well as its portrayal of the challenges that a divorcee goes through. While female lead Dan-i’s (Lee Na-young) fashion and makeup is achievable by women everywhere, there is this one moment where her colleague, Seo Young-ah (Kim Sun Young), showed what it’s like to be a woman on the go. In one of the earlier episodes of the drama, Young-ah rushes in wearing house slippers, curlers in her hair, and no makeup. As she sits down and waits for the meeting to start, she hurriedly and unselfconsciously applies cushion foundation and a rosy lip tint. In that scene, Young-ah showed that women everywhere can present their best face in a short amount of time by using a selection of beauty products that are easy to carry and apply. Moreover, the character showed that working mothers can have a successful career, and still make an effort to look good.
The Men of Descendants of the Sun
Descendants of the Sun first aired in 2016, but it’s one of the most popular titles on Netflix right now as its cinematography and story has paved the way for some of the most elaborate K-dramas of recent years. Song Hye Kyo’s Dr. Kang Mo Yeon may be one of the loveliest heroines that has ever graced the screen, but it’s the men of DOTS that has given viewers one of the most relatable and hilarious beauty moments in K-drama history. In one of the episodes, the soldiers are seen applying sheet masks to their faces before they go home to their wives and girlfriends for their break. The scene wherein Seo Dae-yo (Jin Goo) teaches one of the soldiers how to apply the sheet mask continues to elicit giggles and laughter, and it shows that even the toughest of Korean men know the importance of a good skincare routine.
K-dramas are known for showcasing glamorous hair and makeup and luxurious fashion, but the new releases are showing what it really takes to look presentable in the real world. Everyone can relate to these heroes and heroines, and if there’s one takeaway from these dramas, it’s that it takes some effort – and maybe a bit of self love – to look good.
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