Everytime I get used to my life in Seoul - of all of the benefits, opportunities and experiences - something new comes my way. If you keep up with my blogs, you may recall that I have received laser hair removal and underarm botox while in Korea.
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Treating My Acne in one of the Beauty Clinic Capitals of the World
Posted on Thu, Nov 22, 2018 @ 05:39 PM
Tags: Health in Korea, Beauty Products in Korea, Weekend activities in Korea, beauty, skin care
Head to a Korean Bathhouse (jjimjilbang-찜질방) after Class with Giselle
Posted on Thu, Aug 09, 2018 @ 12:00 PM
After a long week of teaching, my preferred way to wind down and relax is going to the jjimjilbang. A jjimjilbang is a Korean bathhouse. If you've ever watched a Korean drama, then you must know what I'm talking about already. It is a must add on your to do list while teaching in Korea!
Read MoreTags: relax, community, skin care, work balance
Visiting a Beauty Clinic in Gangnam: Unique to Teaching in Korea
Posted on Tue, Mar 27, 2018 @ 06:03 PM
Beauty clinics are easy to find in South Korea. Gangman is especially saturated with places that offer beauty enhancement services. Recently I had my first experience visiting a clinic in Apgujeong, which is one of the most competitive prices in Gangnam due to just how prominent and prosperous the industry is in the area. The clinic I went to is called Me & I Clinic (ap-meiclinic.co.kr). A fellow foreign teacher recommended this clinic to me, so I thought why not give it a shot. For all of you curious about this unique aspect of Korean society and culture, I will give you all the details of my experience.
Read MoreTags: healthy, Beauty Products in Korea, seoul daytrip, events, beauty, skin care