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Immerse Yourself into Forest Bathing Wellness
In North Gyeongsang in the Baekdudaegan Mountain range, you can find the National Center for Forest Therapy. There are 50 kilometers of forest trails that connect to Sobaeksan National Park,…
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Korea Weight Loss?
Many people abroad speak of “Korea weight loss”. The statistics all back it – Koreans are some of the thinnest people in the world. So then why are expats and immigrants…
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Hair loss in Korea
“I am going bald” is probably the first thing that I said in the new year 2023. The amount of hair loss I have experienced recently is just so unnerving. I have done a lot of research on how…
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Korean Fall 2022 Trends: The Cardigan
While we still have a week or two of warm weather left, temperatures in Korea drop fast. So, it’s time to stock up on some warm fall cardigans. Here are some of my top picks for the…
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How to Start Your Korean Skincare Journey
Taking the leap and starting your skincare journey can be hard. There are so many different products, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Introducing Your Skincare Journey Everyone…
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How to Make Korean Rice Water at Home for Skin & Hair
Most of us dream of having the flawless glass skin of Korean celebrities that we see every day on TV. However, unlike these celebrities, many of us ordinary people can’t afford to buy…
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Bangs! Korean Hair Trends
This year, bangs are all the trend in South Korea. However, these aren’t your standard bangs that cut a straight line across the forehead. These are whispy and see-through, creating a…
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Korean Pudding Hair Dye Launches Vegan Line
The company behind the famous Korean pudding hair color, EZN recently launched a new vegan line of products. If you are looking to change your color, and want to do your part for the…
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Top 5 Korean Cleansing Oils
Cleansing oils play the most important role in a complete Korean skincare routine. Oil-based cleansers allow makeup products and sebum to be properly removed from the skin. They offer more…
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Korean Fashion Trends Spring 2022
Korea is undeniably a trendsetter when it comes to beauty, music, entertainment, technology, and different aspects of consumer culture. When visiting Korea, one point that caught my eye was…
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Reblocell’s Blossom Skincare Line Review
Hi everyone! My name is Lexie and this is my third collaboration for Korea by Me. I feel quite lucky to have been asked to be an ambassador for Reblocell’s blossom skincare line…
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Reblocell’s EGF Skincare Line: To Look Younger For Much Longer
Ever since I arrived in Korea, I have been on a journey of self-care and learning about beauty products. Reblocell not only offered an opportunity to try their products. They also taught me…
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Innovative Korean Skincare: Reblocell EGF Treatment
To look younger for much longer is Reblocell’s motto, and exactly what this Korean skincare company is all about. Reblocell is a skincare company in Korea specializing in reducing wrinkles and…
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Skin Treatments in Korea: What You Need to Know
Have you ever thought about experiencing K-Beauty yourself? From botox to fillers, peelings and skin boosters Korea offers an endless list of affordable skin treatments. Getting skin…
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Korean Bubble Dye – An Honest Review
Do you want to try out vibrantly colored hair, just like your favorite Kpop stars? You can do it yourself without spending a fortune at a celebrity hair salon! Why not give Korean bubble hair…
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Sonminsu: K-Fan Culture
Living in Korea, you may find that your favorite chapstick, fabric softener, or even your favorite brand of toilet paper is suddenly impossible to find. Sonminsu may be to blame. Sonminsu (손민수…
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Make Your Own Skincare @ VIC’S LAB, Hongdae
As if K Drama and K Pop weren’t taking the world by storm already, K Beauty is the newest global trend. It is no secret that Korea has some of the best skincare in the world, sharing new…
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LUMIO Beauty House: Best Hair Salon for Foreigners
When you find a good hair salon, you never go back. When I moved to Korea, I thought for months and months about going to the salon and never did. Choosing a new hair salon is daunting enough…
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K Beauty Made Simple: 4-Step Skincare Routine
In recent years, the beauty industry has sky rocketed, particularly in the area of skincare. With social gatherings limited and work-from-home orders, less people are wearing makeup and…
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Cruelty-free K Beauty Brands
The cosmetics and fashion industries are huge throughout the world, but responsible for equally significant environmental damage and animal cruelty. As environmental awareness has increased in…
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Korean skincare routine that make you look younger
Everyone is amazed by the appearance of Korean because most Koreans look much younger than their age. There are many people curious about what Koreans do to remain a young appearance. The…
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Green K Beauty: Innisfree’s Recycled Store
Love organic skincare? Hunting for eco-friendly cosmetics? If so, allow me to introduce you to the leading brand of Green K Beauty, Innisfree. Innisfree: the Green K Beauty Brand Innisfree is…
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Clean Beauty: Vegan Korean Makeup
With the rise of the cruelty-free movement amongst the beauty community, many beauty brands have been turning their efforts to focus on it, releasing vegan products that do not contain any…
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Laser Toning: Skincare treatments in Korea
Korea offers a million different options for beauty treatments. When you’re trying to figure out what to try, it can be a little overwhelming. I’ve tried a handful of skin treatments, and one…
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Innisfree Jeju House – Is it Worth A Visit?
What comes into your mind when you hear about “Innisfree”? I’m pretty sure you would associate it with the Korean cosmetic brand of the same name. But did you know that…
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Covid-19 Quarantine Korea Survival Guide
The ultimate guide to surviving 2 weeks of Covid-19 quarantine on entry to Korea, with tips on staying healthy, having fun and making the most out of your freedom day.
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Show it With Your Eyes: Purchasing Colored Contact Lenses in Korea
They say eyes are the window to the soul – that’s the extent to which a person’s eyes can affect their impression on others. It’s become increasingly common for younger people in Korea…
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The Inexpensive Solution to Curing Your Gel Nail Addiction: K-Beauty Press On Nails
Everyone knows the joy of getting a fresh manicure. Ever since becoming an adult, it’s become a personal habit for me to get a new set of gel nails done every few months; I never truly feel…
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Korean Beauty: A Guide to Personal Color
New to makeup and don’t know what colors to use? Or do you feel as if the makeup you do now doesn’t suit you? In recent years, the usage of personal color analysis has become a large trend in…
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4 Mask-Proof K-Beauty Tints to Try Now
Surgical masks have been a large part of our daily life for almost a year now. Wearing a mask can’t stop us from wearing makeup, though, and who enjoys having a whole face of makeup transfer…
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Shopping in Seoul: Hongdae, Myeongdong, Ewha Womans University
Seoul is a great place for shopping. You can find super nice things, even when you're on a budget. I'll share some of my personal favorites in this post including different districts.
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Guide to keep yourself protected from Yellow dust: Pollution in Korea
Yellow Dust get extreme in Korea during the spring season. People could face serious health issues from fine dust. That’s why pollution take into account an enormous stress issue by Koreans.…
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Yuseong Hot Spring: Public Foot Bath in Daejeon
One of the popular places in Daejeon is the Yuseong Hot Spring. It is a public natural hot spring located at the central point of Daejeon. It features two foot baths with 100% hot spring water…
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What I learned from K-beauty
Korea blessed the world with bb creams, sheet masks, cushion foundation and more beauty products that’s our skin is thanking us for. In less than a few years, Korea positioned itself as the…
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4 TikTok approved Korean beauty products you have to try
Lately, i have been seeing a lot of TikToks praising some Korean products, let me fill you in the current trends
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Top 3 Nail Art Salons in Seoul
In this article, i will introduce you to some of the best nail art salons you can find in Seoul. Korea is known for setting trends when it comes to fashion from head to toe…
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Best K-beauty stores in Seoul
Korea placed itself in the last years as ‘The‘ place for beauty and skincare. K-beauty, which stands for Korean beauty has been sweeping the cosmetic industry by storm, from BB…
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Pamper day: Three best spa spots in Seoul and its surroundings
Are you looking for a weekend to rest you soul body? Look no further and head to a spa day in Seoul. It is not a secret that Korea in general is known for everything related to beauty. A…
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Dragon Hill Spa – A Healing Paradise in the Heart of Seoul
Do you want to try the traditional Korean bathhouse experience and relax in a healing paradise in the middle of the city? Then head to Dragon Hill Spa and Resort. About Dragon Hill Spa Dragon…
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Donghae Mureung Health Forest: Thermal Therapy & A Sauna In Gangwon-do
The Donghae Mureung Health Forest is a place where fresh air, the sound of water and birds come in consonance to freshen the mind and body. It is said to be a healing spot with nature. Basic…
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Nepoli Farmland – Highlighting Wellness in Korea
Travelling has a different meaning for everyone, for some, it means experiencing a new culture, and for others, it means enjoying traditional foods and places. No matter what they are looking…
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Unlocking Amazing Facts About Korean Skincare Routine
The first thing that comes to everyone’s minds when we hear of Korean people is their flawless skin. People from all around the globe drool over Koreans’ skin and want to know the…
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Plastic Surgery In Korea- The Art Of Redefining Asian Beauty Standards
Did you know that plastic surgery in Korea is a booming industry like no other? Yes, the nation is leading the pack when it comes to redefining beauty standards. At the same time, it wouldn’t…
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Odosan wellness eco healing – the best place for some self-care.
Are you tired by the noise of city life? If yes, then head over to the Odosan eco-healing wellness center in Hapcheon-gun. This place uses the healing power of nature to soothe both body and…
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Amore Pacific Seongsu
Amore Pacific is Korea’s 12th largest cosmetic company. Over 30 operating brands like Sulwhasoo, Innisfree, Etude House, Laniege and many more. You might notice when you buy any the…
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Reinvigorate Your Senses With Jimjilbang- Korean Saunas
Everyone needs a little relaxation and soothing filled comfort in their lives. Whether you work a full-time job or are a stay at home parent- the hustle and bustle of daily life can truly get…
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Seoul K-Medi Center: Exploring The Art Of Korean Traditional Medicine
Situated in the heart of Eastern Seoul, this appealing destination screams health and wellness from miles away. Yes, the Seoul K-Medi Center is termed to be a hot spot when it comes to the art…
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Daegu Spa Valley- Your Gateway To Health, Leisure, And Wellness
Opening its doors to Daegu’s citizens and foreigners in 2003, Daegu Spa Valley screams fun and relaxation from miles. And since then, visitors can’t get enough of the water park’s…
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A guide to Sinsadong Garosu-gil
Located in Sinsadong (신사동), Garosu-gil is a fashionable and trendsetting area. It is known for upscale boutiques and trendy shops, cafes, restaurants and eateries. The name Garosu-gil (가로수길)…
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The best healing experience, Tea Therapy
Today I would like to introduce a wonderful place called “Tea Therapy” (티테라피). If you are interested in a healing experience, this place is definitely for you. It has two branches: Apgujeong,…
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10 K-Beauty Brands You Should Look Into
Have you ever heard of the 10 Steps Korean Skincare Routine ? If you know about it then you know how famous korean skincare are ! But sometimes coming to Korea you can feel overwhelmed with…
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Explore the Korean Countryside
If you are planning to stay in South Korea for a long time how about once visiting Korean countryside? Located in North Jeolla Province, Jinan county is a good countryside destination in South…
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What to Do and See in Busan
Busan is South Korea’s second-most populous city after Seoul. It’s called the summer capital of South Korea, because locals and tourists love city’s amazing beaches and go there on…
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Innisfree Cafe in Myeongdong – Innisfree fans must go!
Every tourist that knows Seoul, knows or have been to Myeongdong. Myeongdong, an iconic shopping centre where you can get all your Korean skincare, make up, clothes, or kpop needs. Surprising…
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Seoul Fashion Week: My Experience
Ah, Seoul Fashion Week – everyone has heard about it. But, what do you actually know about the event itself? In this article, I not only discuss what, where, and when it is. But more…
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