Whitney gets Amy on the K-Beauty train this week and we find out that we are basically made of the same DNA as a salmon. Get glass skin, the best products, and learn more about what it all means in the K-Beauty world.
Mentioned in this episode:
Korean Skin Care Target brands;
Round Lab: The current "clean beauty" king in Korea. Famous for their Birch Juice and Dokdo (seawater) lines.
COSRX: The brand that made snail mucin mainstream. Look for their "Advanced Snail" and "Peptide" products.
Haruharu Wonder: Specializes in fermented black rice—great for anti-aging and barrier repair.
SKIN1004: Known for using high-quality Centella Asiatica (Cica) from Madagascar to soothe skin.
Anua: The current leader for acne-prone/sensitive skin (look for their Heartleaf products).
Ma:nyo: Famous for their deep-cleaning oils and fermented bifida serums (the "budget Estée Lauder" alternative).
The Crème Shop: Playful, affordable, and great for entry-level skincare (and cute packaging)
Mediheal: The "gold standard" for sheet masks.
Beauty of Joseon: Merges traditional herbs (Ginseng, Rice) with modern formulas.
4 step: Skincare routine
- Double Cleanse: Use an oil-based cleanser first to melt makeup/SPF, then a water-based one to clean the skin.
- Hydrating Toner: Not the stinging, alcohol-based ones from the 90s—these are "watery skins" that plump the face.
- Snail Mucin or Essence: The "secret sauce" for healing and glow.
4. Sunscreen: Non-negotiable.
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