Suranjana Tiwari
👤 SpeakerAppearances Over Time
Podcast Appearances
It sells everything to do with K-beauty.
And it's estimated that around 30,000 businesses are making these types of products.
And it's not just the big Korean names that are successful.
In such a crowded market, fierce competition has triggered price wars.
But that also means customers have access to high-quality products at affordable prices.
An elaborate ecosystem in South Korea keeps costs down and means companies can launch products quickly, going from concept to shelf in under six months, something that can take Western brands years.
My pores, I know they're kind of bad.
Tourists are drawn to the promise of flawless skin at South Korea's beauty megastores, but also at local clinics, which offer more intensive procedures.
Kira and Marcus are both tourists from the U.S.
who are trying out skin procedures at this Seoul clinic.
I think it's almost like a tourist attraction now.
You know, you almost kind of have to try it once you come.
But the global obsession means people are sometimes willing to take risks when it comes to cosmetic treatments.
Those providing services say their job comes with additional responsibilities.
Chang Young-woo is the founder of the popular Lien Jang Clinic in Seoul.
In the heart of Seoul, billboards promoting beauty products are everywhere.
The South Korean government's promised policies to help manufacturing and boost exports.
A vote of confidence in the industry and an investment to make sure its global glow-up continues to brighten.
Major stock markets tumbled this week as investors around the world are trying to get a handle on Donald Trump's sweeping and shifting policies. Tariffs and the uncertainty over trade are causing the most concern. But the America First policy on Ukraine is having an impact too.
Major stock markets tumbled this week as investors around the world are trying to get a handle on Donald Trump's sweeping and shifting policies. Tariffs and the uncertainty over trade are causing the most concern. But the America First policy on Ukraine is having an impact too.