Category: K-Beauty
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Skincare in Korea
A Guide to Facials, Spas, and Skin Clinics Korean beauty is about more than the products you bring home. Visiting a facial studio, enjoying a skincare spa, or consulting a skin clinic can be another way to explore Korea’s beauty…
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Korean Cushion Foundations:
How to Choose and Use Them If you’ve seen someone tapping a small puff into a makeup compact, they may have been using a cushion foundation. This convenient format brings foundation, an applicator, and a mirror together in one compact.…
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Korean Toner Pads:
What They Are and How to Use Them If you’ve browsed Korean skincare, you may have noticed jars filled with small, pre-soaked pads. These are toner pads—a convenient way to apply a skincare formula without pouring toner onto a separate…
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Korean Lip Tints:
How to Choose and Use Them Want a little lip color without the feel of a heavy lipstick? Korean lip tints offer plenty of options, from sheer, glossy color to soft, blurred finishes. But not every tint looks or feels…
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What Is PDRN Skincare?
If you’ve been browsing Korean skincare, you may have noticed the letters PDRN on serums, creams, and face masks. The name sounds technical, but understanding the product does not have to be complicated. Here’s what PDRN means, what to know…
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Korean Collagen Gel Masks
Curious about the jelly-like face masks you’ve seen in Korean beauty videos? Collagen gel masks offer a different feel from traditional sheet masks, and some are designed for a longer skincare session. Here’s a beginner-friendly look at what they are,…
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A Simple Korean Skincare Routine for Beginners
Korean skincare can seem complicated when you see shelves full of toners, serums, creams, and masks. But you do not need a ten-step routine to get started. A simple routine has three main goals: cleanse your skin gently, keep it…
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What to Buy at Olive Young in Korea
If you are visiting South Korea and want to shop for Korean skincare, makeup, or hair care, Olive Young will probably be one of the first stores you hear about. Olive Young is Korea’s best-known health and beauty retailer. Its…