What is a Korean cushion compact, and who is it for?
A cushion compact holds liquid base makeup in a sponge inside a compact. Compare size, shade, finish and refill options before buying one.
Compare products in this guide
A cushion compact stores liquid base makeup in a soaked sponge inside a compact case. You press a puff onto the sponge and tap the product onto your skin. Korean brands helped turn the format into a mainstream base product, and it remains one of the most recognisable items in K-Beauty makeup.
Why shoppers choose a cushion
A cushion is portable, quick for touch-ups and easy to apply in thin layers. The trade-off is that the amount of product is small compared with many bottled foundations, and the puff needs regular cleaning or replacement. Coverage, finish and shade range vary widely between brands and even between cushions from the same brand.
THE CAST's NBPSIS Cinnamoroll Perfect Skin Fit Cushion lists 10.5g of product. Before ordering, check the available shade options, whether a refill is included or sold separately and any sun-protection markings in the official details. If you prefer a sheerer look, you might compare it with a tone-up sunscreen such as the NBPSIS Cinnamoroll Cica Natural Tone-Up Sunscreen Pink, while remembering that one is base makeup and the other is sun care.
Choose a shade with care
Online swatches change with lighting and screen settings. Compare shade names, undertone descriptions and, where possible, swatches shown on skin similar to yours. If you have tried a cushion in a Korean store, record the exact product name and shade code so that you can match it accurately online later.
