K-beauty has taken over in the U.S., with new products and ingredients going viral on a regular basis. According to data from Spate, a trend-forecasting and consumer insights platform, mung beans are the next up-and-coming K-beauty ingredient, with #mungbean generating 1.2 million combined views across social platforms over the past year—an increase of nearly 3,000 percent year over year.
“Mung beans are the green beans you find in Asian desserts, which traditionally have been used to cleanse and detoxify internally,” says cosmetic chemist Ginger King. When applied topically, mung beans can be used to exfoliate and refine texture, she adds. King notes that mung beans are gentle and calming, with solid oil-control properties, making them especially suitable for cleansing and toning sensitive skin. Mung beans also contain protective antioxidants and polysaccharides known for their moisture-binding properties, which can help support hydration and keep the skin barrier healthy.
If those benefits sound aligned with your skin’s needs, keep scrolling to shop some of the best K-beauty products featuring mung beans.
Mung Bean Skin Care to Try
