Menstruation has long been stigmatized, surrounded by malignment, misinformation, and misogyny. My own personal journey unfolds across three distinct phases of “menstrual awareness”: the rude shock of my first period, two “pause-button” surprise pregnancies, and now, the ultimate boss level of womanhood: the dreaded menopause. Buckle up, because this phase isn’t whispered about at sleepovers…
Summer is still going strong and while dermatologists tell us any kind of sunscreen is better than none, Korean sunscreens feel so much better than others. It’s been three years since I tested the best Korean sunscreens on the market and since then, the sun care from Korea has only gotten better. None of the Korean…
From innovative formulas to adorable packaging, it’s no wonder that beauty enthusiasts worldwide are constantly seeking out the latest and greatest from the Korean cosmetics scene. My last article in this series featured five viral K-Beauty products with my honest reviews, and I’ve come back with six more, all priced reasonably and widely accessible to…
It’s no secret that Korean cosmetics are loved by beauty gurus all around the world. K-beauty products are known to use gentler formulas coupled with natural ingredients that are good for the skin, making them less harsh compared to Western makeup products. With so many beauty influencers sharing their favorite products on TikTok, I’m sure…
It’s not news that K-pop stars often perform with colored contacts, and the ability to alter the natural color and shape of one’s eye has even become an integral part of styling a look or concept. Non-idols in Korea have easily followed this trend for years but now folks in LA can do the same.…
The Best Manicure of My Life Before living in Korea, I rarely got my nails done. Rarely. I would go to the nail salon only on special occasions or when I wanted a “spa day” with my friends. However, since living in Korea, I’ve become obsessed with Korean nail art. The designs and the creativity…
Korean Spas Guide: Pampering the Korean Way It’s not just you. Summer days do feel far away. If the cold season seems especially tough this year, do yourself a favor and take a Korean spa day. How are Korean spas different from American spas? Well, a meal at a conventional restaurant or at a Vegas…
The obscure and hard to pronounce DAENG GI MEO RI Gold shampoo has been sold at Costco for the past several years. Now I know why. Even the best wellness and beauty products seem to take a lot of time and hard work to see results. Allow me to introduce some instant gratification into your…
No surgery eyelift?
While working in the United States, there’s a lot that I miss about my home country of Korea. I’ve managed to find replacements for most of my everyday needs, such as a neighborhood Korean restaurant, online shopping for Korean beauty products, or watching Korean TV shows through streaming services. However, there’s one thing that I…