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March 24, 2022
Episode Title: Korean Body Care - Episode 108 of the Korean Beauty Show Podcast
Korean body care products don’t get as much air time as face products. On today’s episode, Lauren discusses why that is, some of the key differences between western body care and Korean body care as well as the importance of Jjimjilbang (sauna) culture in Korea.
In general, Korean body care products don't get as much air time as face products because they’re not as widely available overseas. Having said that, there are some key differences between how Koreans care for their bodies versus western skincare. Let's take a look at what those are, the top trending body care products in Korea and some you can get your hands on!
The jjimjilbang is one of the key differences between Korean body care and other cultures. It is a really important part of Korean culture. Back in the days before people had baths and showers at home, people used to bathe at communal bath houses.
In Korea, bathhouses have hot tubs, showers, saunas, massage tables and other unisex areas with heated floors for lounging, sleeping and watching TV. Staying at a jjimjilbangs is a great experience if you are visiting Korea and also a good way to save on accommodation as most of them are open 24 hours a day.
Inside the spa, there is a whole culture around bathing, as well as jjimjilbang clothes (usually a T-shirt and shorts).
You'll be given your own locker to store your valuables so that you can enjoy the spa to its fullest.
There are lots of different foods to try while you're there as well including
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"The jjimjilbang is one of the key differences between Korean body care and western body care. It is a really important part of Korean culture. Back in the days before people had baths and showers at home, people used to bathe at communal bath houses."
- Lauren Lee, Host of the Korean Beauty Show podcast
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