The current exhibition at the KCC gives us an historical overview of the methods used by Korean womanhood to beautify themselves. Clearly it’s not possible to exhibit the original ancient cosmetics themselves, but the containers used to store them have survived: from Silla and Baekje kingdom earthenware powder bowls and oil jars, via beautifully inlaid … [Read More]
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Invitation to gallery tour of the current cosmetics exhibition at the KCC
Many of you might have this notice in your email inbox direct from the KCC, but for the record here are details of an exhibition tour tomorrow: Gallery Tour of the Exhibition Inspired by Nature, the Traditional Cosmetics of Korea at the Korean Cultural Centre UK We are currently presenting Inspired by Nature, the Traditional … [Read More]
Inspired by Nature – The Traditional Cosmetics of Korea
An interesting exhibition coming up at the KCC: Inspired by Nature – The Traditional Cosmetics of Korea February 19, 2013 ~ April 6, 2013 The Korean Cultural Centre UK and the Coreana Cosmetics Museum present Inspired by Nature, The Traditional Cosmetics of Korea, a compelling exhibition that brings traditional korean makeup tools and accessories each … [Read More]
Wonder Girls rapper in top 25 beauty list
Nice to see the Wonder Girls in the news. I wonder how JYP managed to get Yu-bin onto the list of 25 Sexiest Musicians Under 25, compiled by US website Complex Music. Yu-bin, who replaced the band’s previous main rapper Hyuna, comes in at number 20. Judge for yourself, but I think she should be … [Read More]
“Thank you, Jeon Ji-hyun! And Sorry”
“Thank you, Jeon Ji-hyun! And sorry.” Interesting piece on the use of celebrity models in Korea’s cosmetics industry, as Kim Tae-hee replaces Jeon for the Elastine brand http://t.co/3xWVg32V [Read More]
Korea’s metrosexuals lead the world
Korea is the metrosexual capital of the world, accounting for 18% of global sales of male beauty products and potions, according to the Chosun Ilbo. [Read More]
Arirang TV on healthy legs. Ugh.
Ghastly, cheap, trashy Arirang TV piece on "healthy" legs (http://bit.ly/ektinf) (for which of course read "fat") causing lively debate at Korean Studies portal http://bit.ly/ebT4F4 # [Read More]
A last look back at 2010
We’ve digested the albums, films, sporting events and books of the year, and reviewed some of the memorable stories of 2010 in our Quiz of the Year. Here are some of the other things we noted in 2010 which didn’t quite make it into any of those articles. 2010: a year of anniversaries It was … [Read More]
Brule’s Brilliant Korea
Tyler Brule waxes lyrical in today's FT (8 January): The secrets of my brilliant Korea (http://bit.ly/e9uOkn) … including Sulwhasoo skin cream #. He also has some K-pop recommendations. [Read More]
The instant six-pack
I heard that in Korea you can get 6-pack implants like you get breast enhancement. Can anyone confirm? Won Bin's was impressive in Ajosshi – but I’m sure his was natural. [Read More]
The search for beauty through cosmetics
According to L'Oréal, Korean women apply more potions and cosmetics to their faces than anyone else – 25 at any 1 time, compared with 20-25 in Japan and more than double the amount used by American or European women. http://bit.ly/cWD4XA # [Read More]
A little corner of Korea in India
In the tiny state of Manipur NE India, separatists have banned Bollywood films. Korean film is all the rage, as is TV drama, and even hairstyles. BBC video. http://bbc.in/atIjfJ # [Read More]
British-raised Korean in Miss Universe hopes
Korean beauty raised in England is in the running for Miss Universe 2010. http://bit.ly/bafwll # Miss Korea Kim Joori (22) is 172.5cm tall. She was born in Seoul, but raised in England studying ballet since she was five. Kim majored in ballet at the Bolshoi Ballet Academy in Russia, and hence is fluent in both … [Read More]
Jang Dong-gun and Song Hye-kyo top plastic surgery templates
Times change. 6 years ago Hyolee & Jeon Ji-hyun were top of the list. Now Song Hye-kyo is top Plastic Surgery Template. And guys want to look like Jang Dong-gun http://bit.ly/adsPKV # [Read More]
Korea’s hottest celebs — CNNGo
South Korea's 20 hottest male celebs: CNNGo’s list is topped by Jang Dong-gun, Won Bin and Bae Yong-joon. http://bit.ly/aZAANo – via allkpop http://bit.ly/cDqitG But why isn’t Lee Byung-hun on the list? # [Read More]
British celeb hosts Mr World finals in Korea
Strictly Come Dancing star Alesha Dixon is to present the Mr World finals in Korea. "I think it is important that whoever wins the show can show that they are a caring person and are willing to use their success to help others less fortunate than themselves." http://bit.ly/9my5uj # [Read More]