7 trending K-beauty treatments to experience in India

In 2011, K-beauty hit us hard—and ever since life has never been the same. Whether it’s skincare trends, ingredients, treatments, or techniques, Korean beauty is always ahead the of curve. The proof is in the fact that even their 40-year-olds look like they’re in their 20s (looking at you Son Ye-jin). From slugging to glass skin to glass hair to the viral 12-step Korean hair spa, K Beauty has got the world buzzing—and this buzz is definitely here to stay. 

While a beauty trip to South Korea solely to experience the viral treatments sounds ideal, it isn’t feasible for many. Fret not! Bringing some of the most viral Insta-worthy treatments to Indian doorsteps, here’s how you too can experience a bite of the beauty capital in India itself.

Glass Skin Facial

One of India’s first Korean skin clinics, KorinMi in Delhi offers an array of treatments that promise that swoon-worthy glass skin we’ve been seeing everywhere on social media. The idea of each facial is to leave you with glowing skin that is smooth, soft, and luminous, from the first session itself. The clinic offers three types of facials––KorinMi Diamond Glass, KorinMi Glass Skin Resurfacing, and K-Glow Youthful Radiance—each of which has something unique to offer based on your skin type and requirements. With almost immediate results, these facials make for the perfect pick-me-up, especially before a big event or occasion. Special mention: The clinic also offers Korean head spa and hair treatments that are worth trying out too!

Where: KorinMi, Sector 65, Gurugram, Delhi

Glass Hair Blowdry 

Say hello to glass hair with the ‘Glass Hair Blowdry’ at Jean Claude Biguine in Mumbai. The five-step routine involves scalp nourishment and massage, followed by a cleanse to deeply clean the scalp and hair. The highlight lies in the ‘treatment’, which involves the use of a scalp and hair conditioner that tackles split ends, frizziness, dryness, tangling, and dandruff, adds shine and softness, and provides UV protection and hydration, in just nine seconds. The hair is then repaired with a bond treatment, which essentially rebuilds broken bonds, allowing for a smooth and soft finish.

Where: Across Jean Claude Biguine Salon & Spa Outlets, Mumbai

The Pink Treatment Skin & Hair

Every year K Beauty has something new and cool to offer, and this year has been the year of the salmon (sperm). PDRN treatments use DNA extracted from salmon sperm, which has both skin and hair benefits, depending on the treatment. The Pink PDRN facial helps boost elasticity, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, aids in the rehydration of skin, and overall brightens and rejuvenates the skin. The Pink PDRN Hair Treatment stimulates hair growth, improves hair density, enhances texture, and even reduces dandruff and itchiness. It’s all about the salmon sperm and ISAAC Luxe offers you Korean expertise and technology at the comfort of India. 

Where: ISAAC Luxe, Santacruz West, Mumbai

The Viral Korean Hair Spa

How can we talk about the viral Korean hair spa and not mention Florian Hurel Hair Couture & Spa in Mumbai? The 90-minute extensive hair spa goes beyond just a relaxing escape—it offers scalp and hair solutions that dive deep into the root cause of your hair concerns. The treatment begins with a scalp analysis and hair quality test, through which the expert understands the course of action required to address the concerns. The treatment is then followed up by a scalp cleanse, exfoliation, massage, deep conditioning treatment, steam therapy, rinse and cleanse, and then, styling. Overall, the hair spa is said to address various concerns, while overall boosting the strength and quality of your hair and scalp. It’s the ultimate detox your hair needs to be healthy and happy.

Where: Florian Hurel Hair Couture & Spa, Bandra West & Walkeshwar, Mumbai

Korean Vegetarian Exosomes

Exosomes are having a moment in skincare, and you can experience its benefits at ISYA Aesthetics Delhi. The regenerative hair and skin care treatment has been trending in Korea and essentially helps growth factors get delivered. Best when microneedled or jet-infused, the treatment can help with hair growth, skin regeneration, and anti-ageing. Korean vegetarian exosomes are extremely safe and are naturally derived. Other than that, ISYA Aesthetics also offers the ultimate Korean Mediclinic experience, which requires advanced pre-booking at the clinic. Whether it’s hair or skin, this treatment offers an analysis that defines the course of treatment for your concerns that is carried out on the same day for dramatic results.

Where: ISYA Aesthetics, Vasant Vihar, Delhi

Snail Mucin Facial

Experience the viral K beauty ingredient, snail mucin in its purest form. Focusing on deep hydration, repair, and other anti-ageing benefits, the Snail Mucin Facial at Skuccii Supercliniq harnesses the powers of the viral ingredient to give you a glow like no other. It helps repair, nourish, and hydrate the skin by using the regenerative properties of snail mucin. If snails aren’t your thing, then the clinic also offers a Korean Glass Glow Facial that leaves skin radiant, smooth, and translucent, as well as, a Pink Facial that instantly boosts a fresh, rosy glow, perfect for dull and tired skin.

Where: Skuccii Supercliniq, Lower Parel, Mumbai

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