Ingredients
Is snail mucin an actual ingredient in skincare?
Yes!
True or False:
Korean whitening products bleach skin
False!
Most Korean whitening products are actually meant to brighten the skin by fading hyperpigmentation and evening out skin tone.
Name a K-pop idol who are ambassadors for a Korean skincare brand
BTS Jin - Lanegie, Seventeen Mingu and Wonyoung - Innis Free, SNSD Tiffany - Beauty of Joseon, ENHYPEN - mixsoon and Dr. Jart
What is the most popular store for beauty and skincare products in Korea?
Olive Young
What is the difference between oil and foam cleanser?
Oil: removes oil based impurities like excess sebum and makeup; usually gentler, and keeps skin hydrated
Foam: removes water-based impurities like sweat and dirt; lifts impurities from skin
Give an example of beauty or skincare standards in Asia that differs from America
1. Asia tends to prefer toned-up, bright, and pale skin, while America prefers tanned or the sunkissed look
2. Asian beauty routines are usually centered around lasting skin health and hydration, while American routines commonly focus on makeup artistry and coverage.
Explain the influence of Korean pop culture on beauty standards of skin (ex, glass skin)
Sets an unrealistic standard for what skin should look like. It’s normal for skin to have texture, blemishes, acne, moles, etc. but “perfect” skin of idols and celebrities shifted societal views on it to be negative.
What is the most skipped skincare step in America?
Sunscreen
Benefits of aloe vera in skincare
Soothing for irritated skin (rashes and burns), moisturizes, promotes healing of the skin, reduces inflammation, and can help minimize dark spots.
Historically, why does Asia have pale skin as a beauty standard?
Having pale skin was a sign of nobility and wealth from staying indoors.
What are some ways to shift skincare from being centered on beauty to self-care at home?
Examples: Doing a self-massage when applying skincare to destress or create a stress-free environment (music, candle)
How many steps are Korean skincare routines infamous for having?
10 steps
What traditional Korean herbal root is used for its brightening and anti-aging effects?
Ginseng
What is the difference between the focus of Korean and American skincare?
Korea: focuses on prevention
America: focuses more on correcting existing concerns
How can marketing skincare as a form of self-discipline reinforce unhealthy standards?
Example: Even though there are genetic, hormonal, and other reasons for skin variations, the idea of skincare being a self-discipline adds unnecessary pressure. It can make people feel shame or guilt for not having perfect skin
Name 2 American skincare brands and 2 Korean skincare brands
American: Cera Ve, Neutrogena, Estée Lauder, Clinique, Aveeno, Olay
Korean: Beauty of Joseon, Round Labs, Lanegie, Anua, Sulwasoo, Innisfree, Mixsoon