Korean Dictionary
How to say "Eye Cream" in Korean
“Eye Cream” in Korean is 아이크림 (pronounced "ai keurim").
아이크림
ai keurim
Usage & Context
아이크림 is a specialized skincare product for the delicate skin around the eyes targeting dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines. Korean beauty culture encourages starting 아이크림 use in the mid-20s as preventive anti-aging care. 아이크림 with peptides retinol and caffeine are among the most popular formulations in the Korean market.
Example Sentence
아이크림을 꾸준히 바르면 잔주름 예방에 도움이 돼요.
Consistently applying eye cream helps prevent fine lines.
How to use 아이크림 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Eye Cream” is 아이크림, romanized as ai keurim.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
아이 (ai) sounds like the English word "eye." 크림 (keurim) starts with "keu" like "kuh" in "cup" but with a subtle 'oo' sound, followed by "rim" like the English "rim." The 'eu' vowel is a short, neutral sound.
More Example Sentences
A friend sharing their nightly skincare routine.
자기 전에 아이크림 꼭 바르고 자요.
I always apply eye cream before going to bed.
Someone talking about a new skincare purchase.
이 아이크림은 주름 개선에 효과가 좋다고 해서 샀어요.
I bought this eye cream because they said it's very effective for wrinkle improvement.
Explaining a skincare need to a friend.
눈가 피부가 건조해서 아이크림을 듬뿍 발라줘야 해요.
My skin around the eyes is dry, so I need to apply a generous amount of eye cream.
Cultural Context
In Korean beauty, eye cream isn't just for older people; it's a crucial preventive step. Many Koreans, especially women, start using eye cream in their early to mid-20s. It's seen as an investment in future skin health, often applied not just around the eyes but also on the nasolabial folds (팔자주름) and forehead for comprehensive anti-aging. K-beauty brands offer a vast range, from rich, nourishing textures to light, gel-like formulas.
Editorial note
We review entries like 아이크림 for pronunciation, example sentence fit, and learner mistakes so the page answers more than a direct dictionary lookup.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
아이크림 바르다
to apply eye cream
아이크림 추천
eye cream recommendation
아이크림 효과
eye cream effect/benefit
Related Expressions
주름 개선
jureum gaeseon
wrinkle improvement
눈가 관리
nunga gwalli
eye area care
안티에이징
anti-eijing
anti-aging
스킨케어
seukinke-eo
skincare
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