Korean Dictionary
How to say "No Makeup Look" in Korean
“No Makeup Look” in Korean is 민낯 메이크업 (pronounced "Minnat Meikeuop").
민낯 메이크업
Minnat Meikeuop
Usage & Context
The no-makeup look or bare-face makeup is a popular Korean beauty trend that aims for a natural, fresh-faced appearance with subtle cosmetics.
Example Sentence
민낯 메이크업은 피부를 깨끗하게 보이게 해요.
The no-makeup look makes skin appear clean and natural.
How to use 민낯 메이크업 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “No Makeup Look” is 민낯 메이크업, romanized as Minnat Meikeuop.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
민 (min) sounds like 'min' in 'mint'. 낯 (nat) sounds like 'nat' in 'gnat', with a soft, unreleased 't' sound at the end. 메이 (mei) sounds like 'may' in 'Mayday'. 크 (keu) is like 'kuh' in 'cup' without the 'p'. 업 (eop) sounds like 'up' in 'cup'. The stress is fairly even across syllables.
More Example Sentences
Discussing current beauty trends.
요즘 민낯 메이크업이 대세예요.
The no-makeup look is a big trend these days.
Complimenting someone's natural beauty.
그녀는 민낯 메이크업을 해도 너무 예뻐요.
Even with a no-makeup look, she's so pretty.
Describing a rushed morning routine.
아침에 바빠서 민낯 메이크업으로 후다닥 준비했어요.
I was busy this morning, so I quickly got ready with a no-makeup look.
Cultural Context
The 'no-makeup look' (민낯 메이크업) is incredibly popular in Korea, reflecting the emphasis on natural beauty and healthy skin. It's not about truly having no makeup, but rather using subtle techniques to enhance one's features while maintaining a fresh, bare-faced appearance. This trend is often seen on K-pop idols and K-drama actresses, who often appear to have flawless skin without heavy makeup. It aligns with the broader K-beauty philosophy of achieving 'glass skin' or 'honey skin' through extensive skincare routines.
Editorial note
We review entries like 민낯 메이크업 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
민낯 메이크업 팁
no-makeup look tips
민낯 메이크업 제품
no-makeup look products
민낯 메이크업 하는 법
how to do a no-makeup look
Related Expressions
쌩얼
ssaeng-eol
bare face (no makeup at all)
자연스러운 화장
jayeonseureoun hwajang
natural makeup
투명 메이크업
tumyeong meikeuop
transparent makeup (similar to no-makeup look)
피부 표현
pibu pyohyeon
skin expression (how skin looks with makeup)
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