It's no secret that the global beauty industry has come to be dominated by smaller South Korean players. The “hallyu” wave, also known as the Korean wave, started in the 1990s and ignited the global popularity of South Korean culture and entertainment. Today, this includes beauty trends, blazing a trail across the world with their “k-beauty” skincare and cosmetic products. Terms like “glass skin” have become established globally among the beauty-conscious, along with the 10-step skincare routine prescribed to achieve the hydrated, ‘glowy’ look.