The latest installment of the CJ Olive Young Global Series provides a step-by-step guide on how to shop and maximize your experience with Olive Young Global
In the first installment of our CJ Olive Young Global Series, we explored how the Olive Young Global online mall is making K-beauty accessible to K-beauty enthusiasts worldwide.
This time, discover how to shop for your favorite K-beauty products from home or on the go, and stay updated on special offers and promotions with our easy step-by-step guide for Olive Young Global.
1. Step 1: Visit Olive Young Global
Olive Young Global is available via website or mobile app. The app offers the convenience of browsing your favorite products anytime, anywhere, with exclusive benefits like 20 USD off for downloading the app and turning on notifications. Note that the Olive Young global site is available in both English and Japanese, and benefits and shipping costs will be applied in JPY for those ordering from Japan.
For those looking to use the Olive Young Global website, the homepage is divided into intuitive, easy-to-navigate tabs at the top of the page. The homepage also features sections like Best Sellers, MD’s Pick and Featured Brands helping you discover new products and learn more.
And, if you are a K-beauty newcomer and aren’t sure where to begin, the Recommendations section at the bottom of the homepage showcases popular products across various categories, helping you kick-start your K-beauty journey.
2. Step 2: Search for the Right Products
Olive Young’s offerings are easily browsed through the navigation bar, where you can explore sections like Best, New and Brands. The Best section features popular items across categories like Skincare, Makeup, Masks, Sun Care, K-pop, Wellness and Supplements, while the New tab highlights new arrivals by brand. Go to the Brands tab to browse new brands or search alphabetically. For K-pop fans, the K-pop tab offers a wide range of K-pop merchandise.
Filters on the sidebar of each category help narrow down products by brand, preferences, price range and other criteria such as skin concern, skin type or scent.
Olive Young Global also offers users a more personalized experience through Beauty Profile. Click on My Account in the top right corner, then My Profile, Beauty Profile, and Edit to register your profile and earn 0.5 points. Then, based on your answers, the website will suggest suitable products and reviews.
Remember, you can enjoy free shipping on all K-pop merchandise as well as all other products on Olive Young Global if you have bagged items over 60 USD!
3. Step 3: Find Out Related Promotions
The website also features a variety of sales promotions throughout the year. For the latest discounts, click the Sale tab on the navigation bar, or check out the Events tab to see ongoing promotions with their time periods. Ongoing promotions include the New to Olive Young event, a review event and special birthday coupons.
To explore promotions in specific categories, select your desired category from the navigation bar and refine your search by selecting Savings on the left sidebar. You can choose the exact percentage range of savings to find out if specific products are on sale.
Events cover all categories, including K-beauty and K-pop, so make sure to keep an eye out for deals so you don’t miss out. Also, check the carousel at the top of the homepage for popular items and time-limited promotions.
4. Step 4: Sign Up for Membership
Signing up as an Olive Member on Olive Young Global comes with numerous benefits. To create your membership, go to the Membership tab at the top right of the navigation bar. New members receive 50% off and 10 USD in coupons.
Members can also enjoy exclusive promotions, faster checkout and order tracking. Additionally, members can earn points for writing reviews or referring friends and family to Olive Young Global.
Olive Members can access five membership levels: Baby Olive, Pink Olive, Green Olive, Black Olive and Gold Olive. Each level offers increasing points, membership coupons, a monthly Olive Week Coupon, and other perks like early access and exclusive reward events. Members can climb levels based on their purchase amounts, starting at Baby Olive immediately after signing up.
Visit the FAQ section at the bottom of the Membership page to learn about using points and the Olive Members program.
5. Step 5: Place an Order
Now that you have decided on your items, it’s time to place your order.
Placing an order on Olive Young Global is quick and easy. Add your desired products to the basket, specifying type, color and quantity where relevant. Then, click Bag at the top right to view your cart details. Make sure to specify your region on the Shopping Bag page or in the top right corner of the website.
Free shipping is available on orders over 60 USD. Before checking out, enter any promo codes under Promos & Offers and click Apply. Then, check your subtotal and click Proceed to Check Out.
Here, you will have the option to sign in or check out as a guest. Enter your details, including your name, shipping address, contact information and payment method. Payment options include PayPal, credit or debit card, Union Pay and South Korean-issued cards. Once you’ve entered your information, click Place Order, and an order confirmation will be sent to your email.
Now that you’ve placed your order, your K-beauty products and goodies are on their way. All that’s left to do is sit back, relax and get ready to glow! Remember, shopping at Olive Young is convenient with the Olive Young Global mobile app, too.
For more information and to start your K-beauty journey today, visit Olive Young Global.
