The glass skin of Korean women has been a source of envy for decades. Many people attribute it to genetics. But the truth is that everyone, regardless of race, can achieve the coveted rewards of K-Beauty. What is K-Beauty? K-Beauty stands for Korean beauty and to understand it, the first thing you need to know…
Ever notice how so many Korean actresses have the most perfect, translucent skin? K-Dramas especially love to zoom in on their faces for extreme close-ups. You would expect to see every single pore, that is if these ladies had any. Yes, we know the power of a good makeup artist but poreless? That’s another level…
Makeup tattoos (aka semi-permanent makeup) demystified Many Korean women look makeup flawless from morning until evening. Not me! In fact, most days I don’t apply any makeup. I’d rather not put my skin through the torment, sleep in and spend my money elsewhere. However, I’ve noticed lately I can look faded without makeup. Not the…
What makes Korean skincare so enticing? Korean skincare is affordable, has clean ingredients, mastered the essence of SPF, and simply put: it works. The only challenge for a busy student athlete like me was that I never had time for the full 10 step routine. Over the years I honed in on a shortened method…
K-Dramas have taken over Netflix and have captivated the world with their cutting edge fashion, beauty, and style. Now thanks to these incredibly creative Etsy sellers, you can match your jewelry with your favorite K-Drama characters. From dramas such as Crash Landing on You and Touch Your Heart, these super cute pieces have received tons…
Remember the 80s when a great hair day meant bigger the better? My sister and I would get our long hair permed every few months to achieve amazing feats of teased and lacquered hair. A couple decades later I found myself working at a law firm and needing a hairstyle that was professional, stylish, and…
What are Gradient Lips? The gradient lip, also known as ombre lip or “popsicle lip” has been popular in Korea for many years and has recently gained momentum in the West as a cute and alluring beauty technique. The look is subtle and makes one appear more youthful and innocent. How to get the…
For most of my life, I had short skimpy Asian lashes that weren’t long enough to even bother with an eyelash curler or mascara. I say most of my life due to a brief, and unhappy, stint with lash extensions; but more on that later. After trying an exhausting number of lash products and services,…
As someone who’s kept very busy during this quarantine, I (along with probably many others) am beginning to run out of Netflix and Hulu options. Due to this unexpected shortage of binging options, I’ve turned to Youtube as a great platform to add to my streaming app rotation. Youtube is now the second most visited…
Cloth face masks are a great way to protect yourself and your fellow humans from Covid-19, but with new research suggesting you might need more protection, it’s time to consider the UV face shield. In addition to protection from coronavirus, a face shield with UV protection can shield your entire face from the harmful effects…