r/seoul

One thing I really enjoy about traveling in Seoul, is how easy it is to find beauty products everywhere. In Korea, places like Olive Young, department stores, duty-free shops, and even small local stores have so many skincare, sunscreen, sheet masks, hair care, and makeup options. In Japan, drugstores are also really fun because there are so many sunscreens, cleansing oils, lotions, and affordable everyday skincare products.

But I’ve been wondering if beauty shopping there is actually cheaper, or if the whole experience just makes it feel more exciting. Sometimes the prices seem better because of discounts, tax-free shopping, or product bundles, but other times it feels like I end up buying more just because the selection is different from what I can find online or in my home country.

For people who have shopped for beauty products in Korea or Japan, do you think it is actually worth buying them there? Did you find better deals, or was it more about discovering new products and enjoying the shopping experience?

Hii!

Soo im a graphic designer and made a birthday ad for an idol which gets shown on a screen in Seoul.
Since i really wanna put this in my portfolio i would love if somebody can pass by and make some images and videos of the ad when its live!

Ill even pay you, i just really want to have the footage.

location : Apgujeong Station Max Vision(압구정역 맥스비전)
period : 5/21~5/27 (KST)

Pls dm me or comment or find me on insta @birbsiii

Thank you so much ❤️

Hi! I wonder if anyone can recommend some video game arcade which might have older light gun games like Time Crisis or House of the Dead?

I see there are many keen shops but they are quite far away so need to gamble on one or two!

Thank you for recommendations!

I’ve been researching clinics lately and every Instagram page looks exactly the same now lol. Same lighting, same before/after style, same influencer videos. Makes it weirdly hard to figure out which places actually fit what you’re looking for.

First time experiencing watching the World Cup in Korea

I’ve never watched it here before and I really want to experience the full atmosphere. crowds, cheering, big screens, everything.

Where are good places in Seoul to watch the games with a big crowd? I’m looking for spots where people actually gather and the energy is crazy, not just a quiet bar.

Thank you for any recommendations!

Hey, I’m a 43 year old from the US (Philadelphia). I’m going to be in Seoul this week and Korea for two weeks. I’m looking for someone who might be interested in guiding me around one day / evening to some of the less touristy places.

A bit about me: I’m an urban planner who’s traveled a lot. I’ll do all the typical guide book stuff myself. I’m looking for someone to help me find the different, unique, off-the-path, or even strange places or things to do. I love food, good music, a good bar/club, art, hiking, and camping but also open to doing something totally different/new.

Happy to pay you, pay for your part, or something else.

Let’s get weird.

I’m going to South Korea in about 3 weeks. I wanted to get my hair, nails, toes, and waxing done before I leave but I was told that I should wait until I get there because SK is basically a beauty hub and it would be cheaper, but after googling it basically told me I would be paying the same.

I really only get nails for special occasions because they never last more than a week. So basically I wanted to know if I should wait to get my nails and toes done while I’m down there or if I should just get them done before I leave, so when I arrive, I’m already dolled up!

And it’s not about the cost per se, I just wanted to know if it would be a bigger difference than if I just got my maintenance done before I leave!

Hi! I’m taking a train tomorrow from Seoul-Jeonju at 9:45 and cant’t figure out from which station. Where can i see this? It doesnt say on the ticket or korail website. Thank you!!

Hi everyone!

If you’re planning a trip to Korea and feel unsure about anything, feel free to ask here.

It could be about things like:

• Which area to stay in
• Whether your itinerary is too packed
• Seoul vs Busan vs Jeju
• Transportation and KTX
• Naver Map / KakaoMap
• Food, cafes, shopping, nature, temples, beaches
• Weather and what to pack
• Budget and daily costs
• Family trips, solo trips, or first-time visits

I live in Korea, so I can try to share a local point of view and help make your plan feel more realistic.

I may not know everything, but I’ll do my best to suggest places, routes, or tips that actually make sense for your trip.

I am a Korean woman in my mid-20s. I am starting to want to have one last relationship with marriage in mind, but I find myself becoming increasingly cautious as a result. So, I would like to ask you all: Should I believe in fated love and wait? Or should I adapt to reality and compromise?

I am moving back to the US at the end of June. We are not planning on taking back any furniture, small appliances, etc...I know you have to buy bulk trash pick up tags for these items. However, theres simply too much stuff. Ideally I would love someone to come buy with a truck and haul everything away after the movers come and go. I tried using the 빼기 app but for some reason I am not able to create an acct.

In the US, there are junk hauling services you can call. Or you can even rent a dumpster that you can fill up and have it taken away. Are there any similar services here (in Seoul)? Thanks.

Hi all 

I recently visited the street by Jongno 5-ga station with some amazing hiking and outdoor shops, but a lot of it is European brands out of my price range. Does anyone know if there are any second hand hiking stores in Seoul? 

Thanks :)

Hi,

I will be in Seoul for over 2 weeks in early June and plan to take some time for myself to explore. Ive been through China, Malaysia, Japan, and stopped through a couple other countries in Asia, but I was nearly always accommodated by local friends or friends who had visited.

Unfortunately this time I will not have that luxury.

If anyone is interested in helping me find some cool stuff to do id be happy to pay to translate and for general insight.

Im a 27 year old man working in mechanical engineering/optical engineering, and im taken. Alcohol is definitely on the table. No need to do anything wierd, I just wanna see Korea, and I dont watch anime.

Please let me know if you are interested, know someone who may, or know a service that could help.

Kind regards,

Sam