South Korea Makeup Sponge Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Product Type (Blending Sponge, Silicone Sponge, Powder Puff, and Others), By Application (Professional, Personal), and South Korea Makeup Sponge Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035

South Korea Makeup Sponge Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The South Korea Makeup Sponge Market size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 4.7% from 2025 to 2035
• The South Korea Makeup Sponge Market size is Expected to Hold a Significant Share by 2035

According to a Research Report Published by Spherical Insights & Consulting, the South Korea Makeup Sponge Market Size is Anticipated to Grow at a CAGR of 4.7% from 2025 to 2035. The market is driven by rising demand for hygienic, non-latex applicators and the influence of K-beauty trends, social media, and e-commerce growth.

Market Overview

The South Korea makeup sponge market refers to the industry that produces, distributes, and sells cosmetic applicators including blending sponges, silicone sponges, and powder puffs which are used to apply cosmetics. South Korea Makeup Sponge Industry has solid growth due to K-beauty, increasing consumer attention to a flawless makeup application, and growing hygiene and skin sensitivity awareness. The prevalence of cushion foundations, along with the tendency toward liquid-based cosmetics means sponges are a daily need for personal and professional consumers. In addition, growth is supported by advancements in non-latex and biodegradable materials, bundled products, and strong e-commerce. Local and global brands are also investing in user-friendly shapes, ergonomic designs, and sustainable packaging to attract today's consumers. A major factor for growth is South Korea is a leader in beauty trends and consumers in South Korea have high grooming standards.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the South Korea makeup sponge market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the South Korea makeup sponge market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the South Korea makeup sponge market.

Driving Factors

The South Korea makeup sponge market is driven by increasing demand for hygienic, reusable, and skin-friendly applicators, particularly non-latex and antimicrobial sponges. Additionally, with the increasing popularity of K-beauty trends as well as cushion foundations, consumers are becoming increasingly reliant on sponges to provide flawless makeup application. Even many social media platforms contributed to a growing interest in sponges with makeup tutorials and recommendations from beauty influencers as well as endorsements from makeup artists. The increased availability of e-commerce as well as bundling the applicators with cosmetic products, has led to significant growth of the South Korea makeup sponge market as a whole, specifically from the introduction of new eco-friendly materials and innovation.

Restraining Factors

The South Korea makeup sponge market is restrained by restrictions including high competition from cheaper imports, price sensitivity from visitors, and environmental concerns regarding waste from synthetic sponges. Additionally, there is limited differentiation of products and frequent replacement based on hygiene concerns affecting long-term retention potential for consumers and brand loyalty.

Market Segmentation

The South Korea makeup sponge market share is classified into product type and application.

• The blending sponge segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea makeup sponge market is segmented by product type into blending sponge, silicone sponge, powder puff, and others. Among these, the blending sponge segment held the largest share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This can be attributed to its popularity for producing smooth, natural finishes, versatility with varied cosmetic formats, and common use by professionals and amateurs alike.

• The personal segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The South Korea makeup sponge market is segmented by application into professional and personal. Among these, the personal segment dominated the market share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This share is being driven by increasing consumer interest in at home makeup routines, rising beauty engagement, and ease of accessibility to high quality products through offline and online retail channels.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the South Korea makeup sponge market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Beautyblender
• Real Techniques
• EcoTools
• Sephora Collection
• Morphe
• Fenty Beauty
• NYX Professional Makeup
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at South Korea, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the South Korea makeup sponge market based on the below-mentioned segments:

South Korea Makeup Sponge Market, By Product Type

• Blending Sponge
• Silicone Sponge
• Powder Puff
• Others

South Korea Makeup Sponge Market, By Application

• Professional
• Personal