Get the iconic Korean glass-lip look with a vivid, juicy cherry red flush with the Etude Dear Darling Water Tint in 02 Cherry Ade one of the most beloved and widely celebrated Korean lip tints from the iconic Korean beauty brand Etude (formerly Etude House), formulated in a uniquely refreshing, ultra-light water-drop texture that delivers a buildable, vivid cherry red lip stain with a dewy, glass-like finish and a juicy, fruit-inspired sensory experience inspired by the effervescent freshness of Cherry Ade without the sticky, heavy, or drying feel of conventional lipsticks or lip glosses. The Dear Darling Water Tint series is one of Etude’s most iconic and enduring cult products in Korean beauty celebrated globally for its distinctive water-like texture, its ability to deliver vivid, high-impact lip colour in an incredibly lightweight and comfortable format, and its signature ‘ade’ (Korean sparkling beverage) concept that makes each shade a playful, sensory celebration of colour and freshness. 02 Cherry Ade is a vivid, cool-toned cherry red one of the most universally flattering and versatile shades in the Dear Darling Water Tint lineup. Cherry red sits at the perfect intersection of bold and wearable vibrant and impactful enough to be a genuine statement lip shade for special occasions, evenings, and editorial looks, while remaining universally flattering across a wide range of skin tones from fair to deep, and versatile enough to be worn at a lighter, sheerer layer for an effortless everyday ‘just-bitten lip’ look that is the signature of Korean glass-lip makeup. The water-drop texture is the standout sensory and performance feature an ultra-light, almost weightless formula that feels like water on the lips rather than conventional lip product, delivering a burst of cooling, refreshing sensation on application before settling into a comfortable, non-sticky, hydrating tint that wears beautifully throughout the day. The formula is infused with fruit extracts that provide a subtle, refreshing fruit fragrance aligned with the Cherry Ade concept and contribute mild lip-conditioning properties for a more comfortable, hydrating tint wear experience.
Key Features
Shade: 02 Cherry Ade vivid, cool-toned cherry red; universally flattering and versatile from sheer everyday to bold statement
Water-drop texture ultra-light, weightless formula that feels like water on application; no stickiness, no heaviness
Vivid lip stain delivers high-impact, buildable cherry red colour payoff with a dewy, glass-like finish
Hydrating formula fruit extracts condition and hydrate the lips for comfortable, non-drying tint wear
Buildable intensity apply one layer for a sheer ‘just-bitten’ flush, build for full vivid cherry red impact
Dewy glass-lip finish the signature Korean glass-lip look: vivid colour with a luminous, water-like sheen
Long-wearing stain the tint stains the lips for lasting colour that holds even as the surface product fades
From Etude one of Korea’s most beloved and iconic K-beauty brands, celebrated for playful, high-quality, and on-trend makeup
About the Shade: 02 Cherry Ade
Cherry Ade (02) is inspired by the vivid, effervescent freshness of cherry-flavoured sparkling ade a cool-toned, vivid cherry red that is one of the most universally beloved shades in the Dear Darling Water Tint collection. At a single light layer it delivers a soft, flushed cherry stain for an effortless ‘bitten lip’ everyday look. Built up to two or three layers it delivers full, vivid cherry red intensity for bold, statement-making occasions. The cool red tone flatters both warm and cool skin undertones, making it one of the most reliably flattering reds available in the K-beauty lip tint category.
About Etude
Etude (formerly Etude House) is one of South Korea’s most iconic and beloved K-beauty brands a brand that has defined Korean makeup culture for decades with its playful, creative, and high-quality formulations. Known particularly for its innovative lip products, Etude has built a devoted global following for the Dear Darling Water Tint series, which remains one of the most popular and enduring cult Korean lip products internationally.
How to Apply
Apply directly to the lips using the doe-foot applicator. For a soft, sheer ‘just-bitten’ flush, apply one layer to the centre of the lips and blend outward with fingertips or a lip brush. For full vivid cherry red intensity, apply evenly across the full lip in one or two layers, allow each layer to set briefly before building. For the classic Korean ‘gradient lip’ look, concentrate the colour on the inner lips and blend outward, leaving the outer edges slightly sheerer for a dimensional, ombre effect. The tint component will stain the lips for lasting colour retention. Can be worn alone or layered with a clear lip gloss for extra dimension and shine.