TIRTIR, CLIO or LANEIGE Cushion: Which Should I Buy?
TIRTIR, CLIO or LANEIGE? TIRTIR for a mineral-only filter and wide shades, CLIO for the top UV rating, LANEIGE for oily skin. A Korean doctor reads five labels.
K-beauty picks
Standing in Olive Young, not sure what to buy? I read the labels so you don’t have to: sunscreens, cleansers, toner pads, cushions, and who each one suits.
Which Korean Foam Cleanser Is Gentle? 5 Olive Young Picks
Which Korean foam cleanser is gentle? Read the back: mild surfactants, no fragrance, no added acid. A doctor reads five Olive Young tubes label by label.
What Is a Korean Italy Towel? How to Use It Safely
What is a Korean Italy towel? A rough rayon body mitt used after a soak. A doctor on using it safely, the gentler foam glove, and Korean grain scrub soap.
What Is in Gounbal Foot Cream? Urea and Propolis
What is in Gounbal foot cream? Glycerin, urea third on the list, and propolis in the premium tube. A doctor reads the label and says who should be examined.
Why Does Sunscreen Make My Eyes Sting and Burn?
Why does sunscreen sting your eyes? Forehead sweat carries it down, and some filters trigger a pain nerve despite passing safety tests. How to stop it.
Is IPL or Laser Better for Home Hair Removal?
Is IPL or laser better for home hair removal? Only one of the four big devices is a real laser. A doctor reads the manuals on hair colour, skin tone and beards.
How Often Should You Use Toner Pads? Soothing or Acid?
How often should you use toner pads? Soothing and hydrating pads daily; acid pads only two or three times a week. A doctor in Korea on choosing the right one.
How Does Clindamycin Work for Acne? Who Needs It?
How does clindamycin work for acne? It stops acne bacteria multiplying and calms red, swollen spots. A doctor in Korea on who it suits and why it is paired.
Can I Get Hydroquinone Cream in Korea? How to Use It
Can I get hydroquinone cream in Korea? Yes, with a doctor’s prescription: a three-ingredient pigment cream. A doctor explains how to use it and when not to.
Reedle Shot 100, 300 or 700: How Strong Is Each One?
Reedle Shot 100, 300 or 700? The number is a schedule: 100 daily, 300 every three days, 700 every seven. A doctor on how strong each is and where to start.