Everyday Care Lab

Why Your Oily Skin Gets Worse in Korea (And How to Fix It) She messaged me on a Tuesday afternoon. "My skin is a complete disaster. I have no idea what's going on." Sarah is from California. She moved to Seoul for work about six months before she reached out to me. Back home, she described her skin as "pretty normal, maybe a little oily in summer." A basic drugstore routine was more than enough to keep things manageable. Then Seoul happened. By the time I heard from her, she was dealing with constant shine by midday, clogged pores she had never experienced in the US, and breakouts along her jawline that showed up almost every week. She had already switched products three times at the pharmacy. Nothing worked. I had her come over, took one look at what she had been using, and the problem was immediately clear. She had been fighting her skin instead of working with it. And the humidity of a Korean summer was making everything worse. In this post, I want to walk th...

Looking for a simple Korean skincare routine? This egg yolk face mask is a natural way to improve hydration and skin texture at home. Hello!  Today I’d like to introduce one of the simplest natural skincare methods you can try at home — the egg yolk face mask . Recently, more people are becoming interested not only in expensive skincare products, but also in simple home remedies using natural ingredients. In Korea, these types of skincare methods have been used for generations. Among them, egg yolk is known as a helpful ingredient for improving skin texture and maintaining moisture. 1. Why Egg Yolk? ① Lecithin – A Natural Moisture Barrier One of the key components in egg yolk is lecithin , which is also found in our skin cells. It helps retain moisture and forms a protective layer on the skin, reducing dryness after cleansing. ② Vitamin A and Skin Care Egg yolk contains vitamin A , which is commonly associated with skin renewal. It may help support smoother skin textur...