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Get Bae Suzy's K-Pop Star Look In Doona!

Kate Paras-Santiago

<p>It&#x27;s no secret that we&#x27;ve been enamored by K-pop for quite some time now. The catchy tunes, the flashy clothes, the outstanding choreography, the eye candy music videos, and the visuals these K-pop stars exude is simply irresistible! As we continue to fan girl over the girl and boy groups South Korea has to offer, there&#x27;s no denying that we&#x27;re watching their looks like a hawk—from their luxury threads, handbags, and of course, hair and makeup looks. </p><div><br/></div><p>There&#x27;s something magical about K-pop makeup—it&#x27;s eye popping, it&#x27;s a treat to look at, and it&#x27;s definitely aspirational. Thanks to these stars&#x27; porcelain skin, the final look often tends to look doll-like, and we can&#x27;t get enough! Case in point: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/skuukzky" target="_blank">Bae Suzy</a> in her portrayal of a K-pop star in the newest K-drama hit on Netflix, <strong>Doona!</strong></p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/86456c22-c1d9-40ac-9a2d-2f5628e4c1c8_393410659_1031865404719914_6098107541966053582_n.jpeg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Bae Suzy as Doona<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> @skuukzky  </em></span></span></span></span></div><p>Suzy, who was once a real-life K-pop star (she used to be part of the girl group Miss A under JYP Entertainment when she was starting out), is currently playing the role of Doona, a former K-pop idol who lives with a college student (Yang Se-jong) who is navigating school and life. The K-drama is light and entertaining, and gives us a glimpse into the life of a K-pop star&#x27;s struggles. Suzy plays the role flawlessly, drawing us in with every scene. What also catches our eye is her makeup throughout the entire drama. </p><div><br/></div><p>Suzy is known for having flawless skin, being the face of countless beauty brands like Lancôme and The Face Shop. At 29, she remains a beauty, and even more stunning than ever. In the drama, we see her with K-pop musts: porcelain skin, colored contact lenses, and that quintessential gradient lip. In the gallery below, we break down her look, so you, too, can channel your inner Korean pop star!</p><div><br/></div><div class="article-content" itemProp="articleBody"><div class="media-content"><div class="slider-for"><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/da48d429-82ca-49af-8ffe-60192fa082b0_gallery_baesuzy_doona.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/c9203675-14f3-4fbb-badf-bf3e9668cd4a_fullsizephoto1718819.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/36b41737-d1da-47f3-a7dc-62d2ddada8db_largephoto1722570.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/4c7f0699-3e09-4dc8-af23-66b52aadb4fb_largephoto1723328.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/ea5fd126-9629-4f54-83bb-63a69005168f_largephoto1726648.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/2a6c8e4c-dda0-4157-be9d-88dd55c4d007_screen shot 2023-10-23 at 1.46.25 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/e96e0168-bfe7-424b-8ed0-b3d0c504c55b_screen shot 2023-10-23 at 1.48.09 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/9aadabda-b6e2-4c6b-94ec-079fe5e4719a_screen shot 2023-10-23 at 1.48.54 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/ebe45fa0-7c3a-4e4d-ba1a-1dd3f2d4eda6_screen shot 2023-10-23 at 1.49.21 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/3135511d-6f39-4299-8613-325edee4284d_screen shot 2023-10-23 at 1.49.49 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/9cfdd2a0-1192-4de4-8293-788b66f48d0b_screen shot 2023-10-23 at 1.50.14 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/350ea24d-3b5e-4168-aab8-44f744e2be6c_screen shot 2023-10-23 at 1.50.37 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f85873f8-ba2d-4143-b21b-c3e455b4f0a3_screen shot 2023-10-23 at 1.51.00 pm.png" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div></div><div class="media-content slider-desc"><div class="item-desc"><div></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Isn&#x27;t she a beaut? With real-looking hair extensions galore, who doesn&#x27;t want to channel this pop star&#x27;s energy?<cite>Netflix/Hancinema</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Porcelain skin, check! A healthy, flawless base is key for building the perfect K-pop look!<cite>Hancinema</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Stained lips is another key trend in K-beauty, apart from gradient lips, which we&#x27;re never getting tired of!<cite>Hancinema</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Suzy plays the role so realistically, this photo could actually be a behind-the-scenes look at a real K-pop rehearsal!<cite>Hancinema</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - One way to look doll-like is to have fringe bangs! They make you look younger, and definitely creates that &#x27;kyeopta&#x27; look we love!<cite>Hancinema</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - We&#x27;ve seen this haircut in newer K-pop girl groups like Newjeans, and we&#x27;re obsessed!<cite>Hancinema</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - While colored hair will always be a signature look in K-pop, there&#x27;s something charming about having jet black hair, too!<cite>Netflix/Hancinema</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Placing highlighter in all the right places is key for a popping makeup look. In Suzy&#x27;s case, her nose is emphasized with a swipe of blinding highlighter!<cite>Netflix/Hancinema</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Photo cards will forever be part of a K-pop fan&#x27;s life! These look so realistic, we want some for ourselves! <cite>Netflix</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Strategically-placed blush underneath the eyes is a signature K-pop way of application—it makes one look younger, and gives off a fresh vibe. <cite>Netflix/Hancinema</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Even on days off, Doona looks great with just a minimal amount of eyeliner!<cite>Hancinema</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p> - Healthy, glowing skin? Sign us up!<cite>Hancinema</cite></p></div></div></div></div><div><em><br/></em></div><div><em>Doona! is currently streaming on Netflix.</em></div><div><br/></div><div><em><small>Banner background &amp; gallery cover by </small></em><small><a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/bokeh-light-hNzOqY2KY0M" target="_blank"><em>Em bé khóc nhè on Unsplash</em></a>. <em>Banner photos via <a href="https://www.hancinema.net" target="_blank">Hancinema</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/skuukzky" target="_blank">@skuukzky</a></em></small><a href="https://unsplash.com/photos/bokeh-light-hNzOqY2KY0M" target="_blank"></a></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/beauty/makeup/yoona-king-the-land-makeup/36048" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Shop the Exact Same Lipstick Yoona Wears on King the Land!</a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/beauty/grooming/lee-junho-k-drama-crush/35854" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">We&#x27;re Crushing on K-Drama Cutie Junho</a></div>