2022 Powder Room Beauty Awards
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Powder Room Beauty Awards 2022

Powder Room (파우더룸), the oldest online community on cosmetics in South Korea, announced the winners of the 2022 Powder Room Beauty Awards.

Powder Room Beauty Awards 2022

In December Powder Room announced the winners of the Powder Room Beauty Awards 2022.

Every six months, Powder Room’s engaged community of beauty enthusiasts vote for their top beauty picks. What sets these awards apart is their foundation in authenticity: 80% of the votes come directly from passionate beauty consumers, highlighting products that have truly made a difference in people’s daily lives.

The remaining 20% of the votes come from influencers and professional editors, whose specialised insights help provide a well-rounded evaluation. This collaborative approach ensures the winners represent both the experiences of everyday users and the expertise of beauty authorities.

See also: What is Powder Room?

Powder Room Beauty Awards 2022 Winners

2022 Powder Room Beauty Awards

best toner

Thank You Farmer - Rice Pure Essential Toner

First place:
Thank You Farmer – Rice Pure Essential Toner
(SHOP)

Balanx - Customised Skin Toner

Second place:
Balanx – Customised Skin Toner
(SHOP)

NotSeeBack – One Shot Cape Aloe

Third place:
NotSeeBack – One Shot Cape Aloe
(SHOP)

best toner pads

Dermatory - Hypoallergenic Cica Gauze Pad

First place:
Dermatory – Hypoallergenic Cica Gauze Pad
(SHOP)

Isntree - Onion Newpair Clear Pad

Second place:
Isntree – Onion Newpair Clear Pad
(SHOP)

Cell Fusion C - Post α Cooling Pad

Third place:
Cell Fusion C – Post α Cooling Pad
(SHOP)

best mist

d'Alba - White Truffle First Spray Serum

First place:
d’Alba – White Truffle First Spray Serum
(SHOP)

Primera - Organience Watery Essence Mist

Second place:
Primera – Organience Watery Essence Mist
(SHOP)

Fresh - Rose Instant Hydration Mist

Third place:
Fresh – Rose Instant Hydration Mist
(SHOP)

best lotion

Hada Labo - Goku Jyun Lotion

First place:
Hada Labo – Goku Jyun Lotion
(SHOP)

Balanx - Customised Skin Toner

Second place:
Balanx – Customised Lotion
(SHOP)

Secura - Moisturizing Lotion

Third place:
Secura – Moisturizing Lotion
(SHOP)

best essence / serum

Manyo - Galac Niacin 2.0 Essence

First place:
Manyo – Galac Niacin 2.0 Essence
(SHOP)

COSRX - The Vitamin C 23 Serum

Second place:
COSRX – The Vitamin C 23 Serum
(SHOP)

VT Cosmetics - Cica Vital Essence

Third place:
VT Cosmetics – Cica Vital Essence
(SHOP)

best ampoule

Manyo - Bifida Biome Complex Ampoule

First place:
Manyo – Bifida Biome Complex Ampoule
(SHOP)

Dermatory - Pro Hyal Shot Moisture Ampoule

Second place:
Dermatory – Pro Hyal Shot Moisture Ampoule
(SHOP)

Savvy & Kirky - Pore Tightening Ampoule

Third place:
Savvy & Kirky – Pore Tightening Ampoule
(SHOP)

BEST FACE OIL

Bio-Oil - Skincare Oil (Natural)

First place:
Bio-Oil – Skincare Oil (Natural)
(SHOP)

Donginbi - 1899 Signature Oil

Second place:
Donginbi – 1899 Signature Oil
(SHOP)

Blanc Nature - Magic Tea Tree Oil

Third place:
Blanc Nature – Magic Tea Tree Oil
(SHOP)

BEST cream

Goodal - Vegan Rice Milk Moisturizing Cream

First place:
Goodal – Vegan Rice Milk Moisturizing Cream
(SHOP)

THE LAB by blanc doux - Green Flavonoid 3.0 Cream

Second place:
THE LAB by blanc doux – Green Flavonoid 3.0 Cream
(SHOP)

Baegayul - Moisture Balancing Cream

Third place:
Baegayul – Moisture Balancing Cream
(SHOP)

best sunscreen

Goodal - Houttuynia Cordata Calming Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++

First place:
Goodal – Houttuynia Cordata Calming Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++
(SHOP)

Mastina - Pro Vegan Essence Sun SPF50+/PA++++

Second place:
Mastina – Pro Vegan Essence Sun SPF50+/PA++++
(SHOP)

Baegayul - Moisture Balancing Cream

Third place:
Bioderma – Photoderm Aquafluide SPF50+
(SHOP)

BEST blemish treatment

Mediheal - Tea Tree Trouble Pad

First place:
Mediheal – Tea Tree Trouble Pad
(SHOP)

Scinic - Cica Blemish Clear Spot Patch

Second place:
Scinic – Cica Blemish Clear Spot Patch
(SHOP)

Bye OD-TD - Vita Calming Serum

Third place:
Bye OD-TD – Vita Calming Serum
(SHOP)

BEST pore-minimising treatment

Mamonde - Pore Clear Master

First place:
Mamonde – Pore Clear Master
(SHOP)

BeginS - Pore Perfecting Serum

Second place:
BeginS – Pore Perfecting Serum
(SHOP)

Savvy & Kirky - Pore Tightening Ampoule

Third place:
Savvy & Kirky – Pore Tightening Ampoule
(SHOP)

BEST wrinkle treatment

Innisfree - Collagen Peptide Firming Ampoule Cream

First place:
Innisfree – Collagen Peptide Firming Ampoule Cream
(SHOP)

AHC - Ten Revolution Real Eye Cream For Face

Second place:
AHC – Ten Revolution Real Eye Cream For Face
(SHOP)

CKD Guaranteed – Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Cream

Third place:
CKD Guaranteed – Retino Collagen Small Molecule 300 Cream
(SHOP)

BEST eye care

Bewants - Phyto Collagen Eye Serum Stick

First place:
Bewants – Phyto Collagen Eye Serum Stick
(SHOP)

SNP - Gold Collagen Firming Eye Patch

Second place:
SNP – Gold Collagen Firming Eye Patch
(SHOP)

Goodal - Green Tangerine Vita C Eye Gel Patch

Third place:
Goodal – Green Tangerine Vita C Eye Gel Patch
(SHOP)

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best tone-up make-up base / primer

d'Alba - Waterfull Tone-Up Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++

First place:
d’Alba – Waterfull Tone-Up Sun Cream SPF50+/PA++++
(SHOP)

Code Glokolor - Fix-On Primer Tone Base SPF33/PA++

Second place:
Code Glokolor – Fix-On Primer Tone Base SPF33/PA++
(SHOP)

Espoir - Common Nude Tone Up Cushion SPF50+/PA++++

Third place:
Espoir – Common Nude Tone Up Cushion SPF50+/PA++++
(SHOP)

best foundation

Clio - Kill Cover Founwear Foundation SPF30/PA+++

First place:
Clio – Kill Cover Founwear Foundation SPF30/PA+++
(SHOP)

MAC - Studio Fix Fluid SPF15/PA++

Second place:
MAC – Studio Fix Fluid SPF15/PA++
(SHOP)

Wakemake - Water Velvet Vegan Cushion SPF50+/PA+++

Third place:
Wakemake – Water Velvet Vegan Foundation SPF38/PA++
(SHOP)

best cushion foundation

Clio - Kill Cover The New Founwear Cushion SPF50+/PA+++

First place:
Clio – Kill Cover The New Founwear Cushion SPF50+/PA+++
(SHOP)

Espoir - Pro Tailor Be Glow Cushion All New SPF42/PA++

Second place:
Espoir – Pro Tailor Be Glow New Class Cushion SPF42/PA++
(SHOP)

Amuse - Meta Fixing Vegan Cushion SPF45/PA++

Third place:
Amuse – Meta Fixing Vegan Cushion SPF45/PA++
(SHOP)

best powder / compact

Inglot Cosmetics - Perfect Finish Loose Powder

First place:
Inglot Cosmetics – Perfect Finish Loose Powder
(SHOP)

Too Cool For School - Artclass by Rodin Finish Setting Powder

Second place:
Too Cool For School – Artclass by Rodin Finish Setting Powder
(SHOP)

Dear Dahlia - Skin Paradise Soft Velvet Finishing Powder

Third place:
Dear Dahlia – Skin Paradise Soft Velvet Finishing Powder
(SHOP)

best concealer

Maybelline New York - Fit Me Liquid Concealer

First place:
Maybelline New York – Fit Me Liquid Concealer
(SHOP)

Clio - Veganwear Cover Concealer

Second place:
Clio – Veganwear Cover Concealer
(SHOP)

3CE - Skin Fit Cover Liquid Concealer

Third place:
3CE – Skin Fit Cover Liquid Concealer
(SHOP)

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best lipstick

Hera - Sensual Powder Matte Lipstick

First place:
Hera – Sensual Powder Matte Lipstick
(SHOP)

Espoir - No Wear Velvet Dusky Brown

Second place:
Espoir – No Wear Velvet Dusky Brown
(SHOP)

Etude - Fixing Tint Bar

Third place:
Etude – Fixing Tint Bar
(SHOP)

best lip tint

Laka - Jelling Nude Gloss

First place:
Laka – Jelling Nude Gloss 
(SHOP)

Hera - Sensual Fitting Glow Tint

Second place:
Hera – Sensual Fitting Glow Tint
(SHOP)

B. By Banila - Glow Veil Tint

Third place:
B. By Banila – Glow Veil Tint
(SHOP)

best lip balm/ lip oil

Sampar – Addict French Lip Oil [#Hibiscus]

First place:
Sampar – Addict French Lip Oil
(SHOP)

Hersteller - Nearby Recharging Lip Balm

Second place:
Hersteller – Nearby Recharging Lip Balm
(SHOP)

Nivea - Lip Oil

Third place:
Nivea – Lip Oil
(SHOP)

best eyeshadow

Peripera - All Take Mood Like Palette [#01 Prestige Pink]

First place:
Peripera – All Take Mood Palette
(SHOP)

Clio - Pro Eye Universe

Second place:
Clio – Pro Eye Universe
(SHOP)

3CE - New Take Eye Shadow Palette

Third place:
3CE – New Take Eye Shadow Palette
(SHOP)

best eyeliner

Wakemake - Real Ash Brush Eyeliner

First place:
Wakemake – Real Ash Brush Eyeliner
(SHOP)

Kate - Super Sharp Liner EX

Second place:
Kate – Super Sharp Liner EX
(SHOP)

Tonymoly - Lovely Beam Glitter Liner

Third place:
Tonymoly – Lovely Beam Glitter Liner
(SHOP)

best eyebrow product

Benefit Cosmetics - Always Ready Brow Pencil

First place:
Benefit Cosmetics – Always Ready Brow Pencil
(SHOP)

Maybelline New York - Brow Ink Pencil Color

Second place:
Maybelline New York – Brow Ink Pencil Color
(SHOP)

VDL - Eye Fine Natural Browcara

Third place:
VDL – Eye Fine Natural Browcara
(SHOP)

best mascara

Peripera - Simplain Slim Mascara

First place:
Peripera – Simplain Slim Mascara
(SHOP)

Giverny – Milchak Sensitive Mascara

Second place:
Giverny – Milchak Sensitive Mascara
(SHOP)

Mude - Inspire Volume Curling Mascara

Third place:
Mude – Inspire Volume Curling Mascara
(SHOP)

best mascara fixer / eyelash treatment

Etude - Power Eyelash Ampoule

First place:
Etude – Power Eyelash Ampoule
(SHOP)

Peripera - Simplain Lash Ampoule

Second place:
Peripera – Simplain Lash Ampoule
(SHOP)

So Natural - All Day Mascara Fixx

Third place:
So Natural – All Day Mascara Fixx
(SHOP)

best blush

Dasique - Blending Mood Cheek [#Knit Collection]

First place:
Dasique – Blending Mood Cheek
(SHOP)

Amuse - Soft Cream Cheek

Second place:
Amuse – Soft Cream Cheek
(SHOP)

Inglot Cosmetics - AMC Face Blush

Third place:
Inglot Cosmetics – AMC Face Blush
(SHOP)

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best cleansing oil / make-up remover

Ariul - Apple Cider Deep Cleansing Oil

First place:
Ariul – Apple Cider Deep Cleansing Oil
(SHOP)

Manyo - Pure Cleansing Oil

Second place:
Manyo – Pure Cleansing Oil
(SHOP)

Point& - Sebum Ssoak Vege Cleansing Oil

Third place:
Point& – Sebum Ssoak Vege Cleansing Oil
(SHOP)

best cleansing foam/ cleansing gel

Primera - Perfect Oil To Foam Cleanser

First place:
Primera – Perfect Oil To Foam Cleanser
(SHOP)

Point& - Moisturizing Vege Cleansing Foam

Second place:
Point& – Moisturizing Vege Cleansing Foam
(SHOP)

Zeroid - Dermanewal Cleansing Gel

Third place:
Zeroid – Dermanewal Cleansing Gel
(SHOP)

best cleansing wipes / cleansing balm

Point& - Deep Melting Soy Cleansing Balm

First place:
Point& – Deep Melting Soy Cleansing Balm
(SHOP)

Ariul - Stress Relieving Purefull Cleansing Tissue

Second place:
Ariul – Stress Relieving Purefull Cleansing Tissue
(SHOP)

Hersteller - Wonder Veggie Mellow Cleansing Balm

Third place:
Hersteller – Wonder Veggie Mellow Cleansing Balm
(SHOP)

best scrub / peeling

Dr.G – Brightening Peeling Gel

First place:
Dr.G – Brightening Peeling Gel
(SHOP)

I’m From – Fig Scrub Mask

Second place:
I’m From – Fig Scrub Mask
(SHOP)

By Ecom - O2 Clear Peeling Mask

Third place:
By Ecom – O2 Clear Peeling Mask
(SHOP)

best sheet mask

Dermatory - Pro Cica Zincderm Band Mask

First place:
Dermatory – Pro Cica Zincderm Band Mask
(SHOP)

Nature Republic - Vitapair C Mask Sheet

Second place:
Nature Republic – Vitapair C Mask Sheet
(SHOP)

Vis Blanc - 2 Step Mask

Third place:
Vis Blanc – 2 Step Mask
(SHOP)

best wash-off mask/ sleeping mask

Skinfood - Black Sugar Mask Wash Off Mask

First place:
Skinfood – Black Sugar Mask Wash Off Mask
(SHOP)

Hanyul – Yuja Sleeping Mask

Second place:
Hanyul – Yuja Sleeping Mask
(SHOP)

Beplain - Mung Bean Pore Clay Mask

Third place:
Beplain – Mung Bean Pore Clay Mask
(SHOP)

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best body wash / scrub

Belif - OFF Body Wash Relaxing Forest

First place:
Belif – OFF Body Wash Relaxing Forest
(SHOP)

Aveeno - Skin Relief Unscented Body Wash

Second place:
Aveeno – Skin Relief Unscented Body Wash
(SHOP)

Happy Bath - Skin U Innoscent Libre Musk Body Wash

Third place:
Happy Bath – Skin U Inno:scent Libre Musk Body Wash
(SHOP)

best body lotion

Aveeno - Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion

First place:
Aveeno – Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion
(SHOP)

Neutrogena - Intense Repair Cica Emulsion

Second place:
Neutrogena – Intense Repair Cica Emulsion
(SHOP)

On:The Body - Veilment Bath & Soul Aroma Ritual Body Lotion [#Sleep Better]

Third place:
On:The Body – Veilment Bath & Soul Aroma Ritual Body Lotion [#Sleep Better]
(SHOP)

best feminine wash

Hanyul - Pure Artemisia Feminine Care Gel

First place:
Hanyul – Pure Artemisia Feminine Care Gel
(SHOP)

Dermatory - Hypoallergenic Moisturizing Mild Feminine Wash

Second place:
Dermatory – Hypoallergenic Moisturizing Mild Feminine Wash
(SHOP)

Saforelle - Ultra Gentle Cleansing Foam

Third place:
Saforelle – Ultra Gentle Cleansing Foam
(SHOP)

best hand care product

TYPE N. - 91 Wonder Vibe Hand Cream

First place:
TYPE N. – 91 Wonder Vibe Hand Cream
(SHOP)

Burt's Bees - Hemp Hand Cream

Second place:
Burt’s Bees – Hemp Hand Cream
(SHOP)

O'Keeffe's - Working Hands Hand Cream

Third place:
O’Keeffe’s – Working Hands Hand Cream
(SHOP)

best shampoo

Aveda - Invati Advanced Exfoliating Shampoo

First place:
Aveda – Invati Advanced Exfoliating Shampoo
(SHOP)

CKD Guaranteed - Amino Biotin Protein Cream Shampoo

Second place:
CKD Guaranteed – Amino Biotin Protein Cream Shampoo
(SHOP)

By Ecom - Black Bean Anti Hair Loss Shampoo

Third place:
By Ecom – Black Bean Anti Hair Loss Shampoo
(SHOP)

best hair conditioner / hair treatment

Moremo - Ampoule Water Treatment Miracle 100

First place:
Moremo – Ampoule Water Treatment Miracle 100
(SHOP)

Pantene - Collagen Extreme Damage Care Treatment

Second place:
Pantene – Collagen Extreme Damage Care Treatment
(SHOP)

Amos Professional - Repair Cica Ampoule Treatment

Third place:
Amos Professional – Repair Cica Ampoule Treatment
(SHOP)

best hair mask

L’Oréal Paris - Total Repair 5 Instant Miracle Hair Pack

First place:
L’Oréal Paris – Total Repair 5 Instant Miracle Hair Pack
(SHOP)

Healing Bird - Ultra Protein Before Shampoo First Hair Pack

Second place:
Healing Bird – Ultra Protein Before Shampoo First Hair Pack
(SHOP)

Moremo - Protein Mist Pack M

Third place:
Moremo – Protein Mist Pack M
(SHOP)

best hair essence

L'Oréal Paris - Elvive Extraordinary Oil Treatment Extra Rich

First place:
L’Oréal Paris – Elvive Extraordinary Oil Treatment Extra Rich
(SHOP)

Mise-en-scène - Perfect Serum Original

Second place:
Mise-en-scène – Perfect Serum Original
(SHOP)

Jenny House - Hydrokeratin Repair Ampoule

Third place:
Jenny House – Hydrokeratin Repair Ampoule
(SHOP)

best scalp / hair loss care treatment

Labo-H - Hair Loss Relief Shampoo [Scalp Strengthening]

First place:
Labo-H – Hair Loss Relief Shampoo [#Scalp Strengthening]
(SHOP)

Dr.FORHAIR – Folligen Shampoo

Second place:
Dr.FORHAIR – Folligen Shampoo
(SHOP)

Anillo - Lime Sunday Refresh Vinegar

Third place:
Anillo – Lime Sunday Refresh Vinegar
(SHOP)

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best health & diet food

Cellex - Milk Ceramide Collagen 10000

First place:
Cellex – Milk Ceramide Collagen 10000
(SHOP)

Maeil - Thegreatea Kombucha

Second place:
Maeil – Thegreatea Kombucha
(SHOP)

Chong Kun Dang - I'm Vita Multi-Vitamin Vital

Third place:
Chong Kun Dang – I’m Vita Multi-Vitamin Vital
(SHOP)

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best green beauty basic skincare

d'Alba - Double Serum All In One Multi Balm

First place:
d’Alba – Double Serum All In One Multi Balm
(SHOP)

THE LAB by blanc doux - Green Flavonoid 2.5 Pad

Second place:
THE LAB by blanc doux – Green Flavonoid 2.5 Pad
(SHOP)

NotSeeBack – One Shot Cape Aloe

Third place:
NotSeeBack – One Shot Cape Aloe
(SHOP)

best green beauty base make-up

Amuse - Dew Jelly Vegan Cushion SPF38/PA+++

First place:
Amuse – Dew Jelly Vegan Cushion SPF38/PA+++
(SHOP)

Etude - New Double Lasting Vegan Cover Foundation SPF32/PA++

Etude – New Double Lasting Vegan Cover Foundation SPF32/PA++
(SHOP)

Wakemake - Water Velvet Vegan Cushion SPF50+/PA+++

Third place:
Wakemake – Water Velvet Vegan Cushion SPF50+/PA+++
(SHOP)

best green beauty color cosmetics

Laka - Flower Capture Tint

First place:
Laka – Flower Capture Tint
(SHOP)

Amuse – Dew Tint

Second place:
Amuse – Dew Tint
(SHOP)

Keep In Touch - Jelly Plumper Tint

Third place:
Keep In Touch – Jelly Plumper Tint
(SHOP)

best green beauty special care

Dr.Orga - Vegan Jojoba & Tea Tree Shampoo

First place:
Dr.Orga – Vegan Jojoba & Tea Tree Shampoo
(SHOP)

Anillo - Lime Sunday Refresh Shampoo

Second place:
Anillo – Lime Sunday Refresh Shampoo
(SHOP)

Needly - Vegan Mild Moisture Sun SPF 50+/PA++++

Third place:
Needly – Vegan Mild Moisture Sun SPF 50+/PA++++
(SHOP)

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