Korean vs. American Skin Care

The past several years have seen a boom in Asian beauty. With more and more companies from Asia breaking headlines in the United States, trends such as 10 step Korean skincare popped up all over the internet was well as the advent of sheet masks and BB creams. With many people trying to incorporate both approaches in their skin care, what's the difference between Korean vs. American ideas for skin care?

The answer lies in culture. In Korea, access to a dermatologist is open and easy. Most people see a doctor casually for everyday issues such as uncomplicated acne and wrinkles. Therefore, their access to prescription grade products, peels, and procedures is much greater. With the medical side taken care of, most over the counter Korean skincare companies focus on hydration for post-procedure care. You might notice that most of Korean skin care products are not very concentrated in active ingredients such as retinol and instead focus on hyaluronic acids and moisture.

On the contrary, in the United States, we see dermatologist for more serious skin issues or persistent, severe acne. Most of skin management and treatment is done over the counter. As a result, stronger more potent, close to prescription grade products are on the market.

At the end of the day, your skin will understand what's best for it. It's good care to listen to it. To explore options to care for the appearance of your skin, try Solangel Medical Spa!

At Solangel Medical Spa, we see the beautiful and handsome person inside you and want the rest of the world to see as well. Using science and technology, our mission is to deliver your perfect aesthetic so that you can feel confident every day. We offer peels, laser treatments, stem cell therapy, micro needling and more! Give us a call and our skin and health experts will gladly answer any of your questions!