Edited by Don Kim, KNSUNCLES Inc. This post provides a deep dive into the latest breakthrough in the K-Beauty world: the Pack Cleanser . If you want to stay ahead of the curve and feel like a true global trend-setter, this is the category you need to watch as we move through 2026. <Visualizing the K-Beauty vibe—this artwork was created by Google Gemini.> 1. Market Flash: The Next 'Big Thing' in Korea The Pack Cleanser category is absolutely exploding in the Korean skincare market right now. During the recent Olive Young Sale period, search volume for pack cleansers skyrocketed by a staggering 1,700% compared to the previous year! Data from Hwahae and Olive Young show that brands like Arencia , Hanyul , and Whipped are dominating the top rankings. This isn't just a fad; it is a core pillar of the 2026 Pro-Self Care trend , focusing on high-functional ingredients. With Korea's total cosmetic exports hitting $9.4 billion (a 12.2% increase) in late 2025, the exp...
[K-Beauty Trend Intelligence Report] How K-Beauty’s Ceramide Capsules are Redefining the Global Body Market
Edited by Don Kim, KNSUNCLES Inc. This post provides a deep dive into the latest wave of K-Beauty taking the global market by storm. If you want to stay ahead of the curve and feel like a true trend-setter, you’re in the right place. Let’s look at why Derma Body Care is the next big thing you need to watch. <Visualizing the K-Beauty vibe—this artwork was created by Google Gemini.> 1. Market Flash: The Next 'Big Thing' in Korea 🚀 Right now, the Korean beauty scene is shifting its focus from face to body. Derma Body Care , especially hypoallergenic moisturizing lotions, is seeing explosive growth. Ranking Proof: According to the February 2026 Hwahae rankings, Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion holds the #1 spot, with Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Lotion following closely at #3. Search Surge: Data from Olive Young shows that searches for the body care category have skyrocketed by over 150% YoY . Export Power: K-Beauty exports reached $8.5 billion in Q3 2025 (up 15.4%). With skinc...