The Face Shop Ink

The 'ink' descriptor in the fmgt line refers to the use of film-forming ingredients - typically acrylate copolymers or similar materials - that create a thin, flexible film on the skin as the formula dries down. This film reduces transfer onto clothing, masks, and phone screens compared to standard silicone-only makeup formulas. It also slows down the absorption into fine lines and pores that causes most long-wear foundations to look cakey by mid-afternoon.

The tradeoff is that ink-set formulas require a different removal approach. A standard gentle cleanser alone often leaves residue; using a dedicated makeup remover - particularly a micellar or dual-phase formula - before cleansing ensures full removal and prevents the film residue from contributing to clogged pores over time. THE FACE SHOP's own remover range includes appropriate options for use with this line.

The fmgt Ink Lasting Primer (30 ml) is the first makeup step in the Ink line. It applies before the cushion and any other face product, filling pores and smoothing the skin surface so the cushion sits more evenly and holds longer. The primer also extends the Ink Lasting Cushion's wear by creating a compatible base - both use film-forming technology, so the primer and cushion bond rather than sliding against each other through the day.

The 30 ml size is a standard primer volume that typically lasts 3-6 months with regular daily use. It can also be used to extend the wear of non-Ink-line base products, though it performs most predictably with the fmgt Ink Lasting Cushion it was formulated alongside.

The fmgt Ink Lasting Cushion (15 g) is the core coverage product in the Ink line. Korean cushion foundations use a sponge-soaked compact format where pressing the included puff against the saturated sponge deposits a controlled amount of product, making application faster and more even than traditional liquid foundation. The Ink Lasting Cushion adds the film-forming hold factor to the standard cushion format, targeting full-day wear in humid or warm climates where cushion foundations without hold technology tend to move by midday.

The 15 g weight per cushion is standard; the refill pack (15 g) replaces just the sponge and product without the compact housing, reducing the per-gram cost for regular users. This makes the Ink Lasting Cushion one of the better long-run value options in the collection when combined with its refill.

The fmgt Ink Lasting Cushion Glow (15 g) is a variant of the Ink Lasting Cushion with a luminous rather than satin-matte finish. The ink film-forming hold and coverage level are the same; the formula adjustment shifts the light-reflective particles to produce a dewy glow effect that suits dry or normal skin types looking for a bright skin look rather than a flat coverage result.

For oily skin, the standard Ink Lasting Cushion is usually the better choice, since the additional reflective particles in the Glow version can amplify shine in the T-zone. For dry skin or those who want the brightening finish that Korean glass-skin aesthetics favour, the Glow variant hits that visual goal while maintaining the same long-wear performance.

The Ink-proof Brush Pen Liner (0.5 ml) is the primary liquid liner in the fmgt Ink collection. The brush tip format gives more control than a felt tip for wings and detailed lash-line definition, while the pen body regulates ink flow without requiring dipping or shaking. The ink-proof formulation - not just ink-technology here, but explicitly waterproof - resists humidity, tears, and eye oils through a full day of wear.

The Inkgraph Brush Penliner in the collection appears as a variant under a slightly different name (sometimes listed as 'Inkgraph Brush Penliner / Ink Proofreading') - this is the same brush pen liner category. For first-time users of the format, holding the pen at a 45-degree angle against the lash line and drawing in short strokes from the inner corner outward gives more consistent results than attempting a single long stroke.

The Ink Gel Pencil Liner (0.5 g) handles applications where a brush pen is impractical - the waterline (inner rim of the eye), tight-lining along the lash base, and smudged lower-lash looks. The gel formula is more forgiving than a liquid liner for smudged or smoky applications: it sets but remains workable for a brief window after application, allowing finger or brush blending before it locks in place.

The 0.5 g size is small but appropriate for a pencil liner that is used precisely rather than applied over a large area - a single 0.5 g pencil typically delivers several months of regular liner use. It can be used in combination with the Ink-proof Brush Pen Liner for a full eye look: brush pen on the upper lash line for definition, pencil on the waterline and lower lash for depth.

The fmgt Ink Lasting Cushion Refill (15 g) replaces the product and sponge without the compact case, which is the more expensive component to manufacture. For regular cushion users who go through a full 15 g pack every 2-3 months, the refill path lowers the per-usage cost significantly over a year compared to buying the full compact each time. The compact itself is durable and can be cleaned and reused many times before replacement is needed.

When purchasing a refill, the key check is that the shade number matches the original compact. Cushion shades within the Ink Lasting range are consistent batch-to-batch, so shade continuity is reliable when restocking with the same number.

A full-coverage, long-wear look using products from this collection: cleanse and moisturize → apply fmgt Ink Lasting Primer to primed and moisturized skin, allow to set for 30-60 seconds → apply fmgt Ink Lasting Cushion (or Glow variant) with the included puff in pressing-not-wiping motions → use the Ink-proof Brush Pen Liner along the upper lash line → apply Ink Gel Pencil Liner on the waterline or lower lash for depth. Setting spray is optional but not required - the film technology sets the makeup without an additional step.

For removal at end of day: use a dedicated waterproof makeup remover or micellar water on a cotton pad over the eye and lip areas before cleansing. The Ink film needs pre-dissolving; skipping this step and going straight to face wash will leave residue, especially around the eyes where the liner has set most firmly.