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How K-Beauty Revolutionized Skincare — And Became Obsessed with Perfection

How K-Beauty Revolutionized Skincare — And Became Obsessed with Perfection

FromThe Pulse


How K-Beauty Revolutionized Skincare — And Became Obsessed with Perfection

FromThe Pulse

ratings:
Length:
28 minutes
Released:
May 30, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

When NPR host Elise Hu moved to South Korea to be an international correspondent, she ended up getting a crash course on Korean beauty and the country's billion-dollar cosmetics industry. She explains the rise of the industry, its appeal, and the high standards it sets for appearance. On this episode, a conversation with Elise Hu about her new book, "Flawless: Lessons in Looks and Culture from the K-Beauty capital."
Released:
May 30, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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