How protective is your mask?
It has been a year since the Covid pandemic started and even with the arrival of vaccines, it looks like masks aren’t going away anytime soon. You might have seen and heard about N95, KN95 and KF94 but don’t know what makes them different. Here is a basic breakdown: N95 should be
What’s the ‘T’ on Green Tea?
Ever noticed how many skincare products have green tea in them? You may have also read it in the ingredients list as Camellia sinensis extract. Green tea is a tradition steeped in thousands of years of history and now has supportive scientific evidence, showing how green tea’s properties work at
What is a Skin Barrier?
We hear often about our skin barrier in skincare recently, but what exactly is a skin barrier, and how do we take care of it? Also referred to as an acid mantle, our skin barrier is made from sebum (the natural oils our skin produces), perspiration, and a microbiome of
Honey & Propolis in Skincare
Ever wondered why we’ve seen so much honey and propolis in Korean skincare in the last few years? Honey has been used to heal wounds for thousands of years around the world. After the chok chok (or highly moisturized, watery glow) craze, came the kkul pibu, kkul gwang craze. These
Ingredient Spotlight: Mugwort!
If you’ve noticed this plant extract with the unusual name in Korean skincare in the last few years, you may be wondering why! Artemisia princeps, also known as Korean mugwort (ssuk), Japanese mugwort (yomogi), or Korean wormwood, has been used in traditional East Asian medicine, or han-bang, for centuries: typically
What is hydrolyzed collagen?
Hydrolyzed collagen is a very popular ingredient in skin care especially in K-beauty! In fact, our January pouches included several products formulated with hydrolyzed collagen. Today, we're discussing everything you need to know about hydrolyzed collagen, including some common misconception you may have about it. What is collagen? Collagen is the main
4 Skin Care Resolutions for 2020
It's a new year, a new decade! January is always a great time reflect on the previous year and to think about the goals you would like to achieve in the upcoming year. We recently asked our Sooni team members what their skin care resolutions for 2020 are, and we
Care For Your Acne Problems Using These Tips
Acne is a relentless problem that impacts lots of people, so if you are struggling with acne, it is important to know that you are not alone. That said, resolving acne problems is simpler than you might think. Read on for some proven suggestions for caring for chronic acne problems. 1.
Sneak Peek at the September Pouch!
All September pouches were shipped out on Thursday, September 5, 2019, and are on their way! We have a small sneak peek for you, so keep reading if you love spoilers! September Sooni Mask Pouch: Innisfree My Real Squeeze Acai Berry Mask The popular Innisfree My Real Squeeze masks are made from
Skincare Benefits of Rosa Damascena (Rose)
Our August pouches included a wonderful mask from Nature Republic called the Real Nature Rose Mask Sheet. This mask is formulated with Rosa damascena flower extract (Rose Extract), which is our topic of today! Outside of its beautiful appearance, Rosa damascena has a variety of great skin care benefits. Rosa damascena,
Let’s Take a Sneak Peek at the August Pouch!
The August pouches were shipped out on Thursday and are on their way to our wonderful subscribers! If you want a mini spoiler at one of the items in each pouch, keep reading! August Sooni Mask Pouch: 0.2 Air Therapy Mask - Collagen The Etude House 0.2 Therapy Mask is a hypo-allergenic
What You Need to Know About Tea Tree Oil
Today's topic is all about the ever so popular tea tree oil! In the past, we've included skin care products that have been formulated with tea tree oil. In fact, our most recent pouch, July Sooni Mask Pouch, included the Moksha Dear Tea Tree Mask, which is made with tea
Spoiler Alert: Unboxing the July Pouches!
We've finished shipping! The July pouches were shipped out Monday, July 8th, and are on their way to our lovely subscribers. Want to see what was sent in the July pouches? We have SPOILERS for you! Beauty YouTuber Allura Beauty recently unboxed the July Sooni Mask Pouch, Sooni Mini Pouch and
5 ways to adjust your skin care routine this summer!
It's summer and the sun is out! Check out 5 ways you can easily adjust your skin care routine to combat the summer heat and humidity! Switch to a lighter moisturizer While the winter time calls for heavy moisturizers and oils to fight dryness, the summer weather is going to be much
Sneak Peek at the June Pouch!
The June pouches were shipped out Thursday and are on their way to our subscribers! We have a little sneak peek at the June Sooni Mask Pouch, Sooni Mini Pouch, and Sooni Pouch! June Sooni Mask Pouch: TonyMoly Panda's Dream Eye Patch This adorable TonyMoly Panda's Eye Patch is perfect for those
What is mugwort and what does it do for your skin?
We recently discussed the plant Centella asiatica and the amazing benefits it has for your skin. But today, we’re discussing a different plant that also has great skin benefits that you might have seen in K- beauty: mugwort! In fact, the Moksha Dear Mugwort Face Mask was included in our
Sneak Peek at the May Pouch!
We are so excited to announce that all May pouches have been shipped out and are on their way to our lovely subscribers! Want to see a little preview? We give a small sneak peek at the May Sooni Mask Pouch, Sooni Mini Pouch, and Sooni Pouch! May Sooni Mask Pouch:
5 Skin Care Mistakes to Avoid
While everyone's skincare journey is so unique and there is no simple formula to follow to achieve your best skin, there might be mistakes you are making that is actually doing more harm than good. Check out the 5 skin care mistakes that you want to avoid making: 1. Using hot
What is Centella Asiatica & what does it do for your skin?
Our April Sooni Pouch included a TonyMoly Master Lab Mask Sheet with a key ingredient called Centella asiatica. Products formulated with Centella asiatica are being marketed as 'cica' and they're everywhere in K-beauty! So today, we're going to talk all about it including what it is, where it comes from, and
5 Stunning K-beauty Makeup Looks to Try this Spring!
Spring is such a fun time in K-beauty, as brands bring out every hue of pink that you can imagine! We recently asked our Instagram followers if they like to change up their makeup look in the spring. Not surprisingly, our lovely followers like to experiment and play with spring
Why You Should Incorporate Green Tea in Your Skincare Routine!
Green tea, which comes from the plant Camellia sinensis, is loaded with strong antioxidants called polyphenols. Polyphenols can fight against free radicals, which are responsible for damaging cells and tissues. A type of polyphenols abundantly found in green tea, EGCG (epigallocatechin-3-gallate), is considered to be its most important molecule! It
Sneak Peek at March Sooni Pouch!
Our March pouches are being shipped out this week to our lovely subscribers! Be sure to tag us #soonipouch in your photos on our Instagram or Facebook pages! Here's a little sneak peek at a beauty tool we included in the March pouch: The Etude House Exfoliating Jellyfish Brush. When looking
How often can you wear a face mask?
We recently asked our followers on Instagram: how many times a week do you apply a face mask? The graph below illustrates the distribution of their answers! The graph reveals that the number of times our followers use a face mask per week is relatively spread out, with 3 times a
5 easy Korean hair care tips for healthy hair
Hair care is an important part of Korean beauty which is why the Sooni team has included great Korean hair care products in our past pouches. Learn about 5 Korean hair care tips that are easy to follow and will lead to more healthy and beautiful hair! 1. Exfoliate the scalp In
What is hyaluronic acid and why has it been so popular in skin care?
It's likely that you've heard of hyaluronic acid, or HA, in serums, toners, moisturizers and other skin care products. It's a powerful ingredient that skin care lovers can't live without! Hyaluronic acid is a carbohydrate that is naturally found throughout our bodies including the skin. It has incredible capability of
8 Korean Face Masks to Combat Dryness
The Sooni team compiled 8 of our favorite Korean face masks that give the skin a huge boost of moisture. Say goodbye to dry, patchy skin because these masks are infused with ingredients that are great for locking in moisture! 1. Nature Republic Super Aqua Max Combination Watery Mask | February Mask
Sneak Peak: Feb Sooni Mask Pouch
The February pouches(Sooni Pouch, Sooni Mini Pouch, Sooni Mask Pouch) have all been shipped out and are on their way to our lovely subscribers! But we're here to give you a little sneak peak at one of the amazing masks that was included in the February Sooni Mask Pouch: The
3 Important Steps in Removing Blackheads
Blackheads are gross, that's something we all know, but what really are blackheads? Blackheads are essentially clogged hair follicles. When dead skin cells and oil start collecting in the opening of a hair follicle, it becomes what is called a comedone. If the comedone remains closed, it becomes a whitehead.
Skin Care Routine on a Plane
We all know how dry and germ-laden the inside of a plane can be. In recent years, the new commercial planes recirulcate about 50% of the cabin air. While the cabin air conditions of the plane have been improving in recent years (yay!), it is believed that still planes have
What are Ceramides and what do they for the skin?
Ceramides are lipids that make up an important part of the skin’s barrier. They allow the skin to retain moisture and protect the skin against outside stressors such as pollution. While the skin contains natural ceramides, depletion is possible for a variety of reasons such as age, sun damage, exposure
A’Pieu Chika Poka Toothbrushing Mask
The perfect mask for multitaskers! The A’Pieu Chika Poka Toothbrushing Mask lets you brush your teeth while your skin gets some love! Main ingredients include pumpkin extract, hibiscus extract, and apple extract. Description - A'PIEU CHIKAPOKA TOOTH BRUSH MASK PACK - MASK PACK FOR BRUSHING TEETH - Skin Type: All skin type - Gender:
December Sooni Mini Pouch
Marie Claire Velvet Matte Crayon A soft velvety matte lip crayon with long-lasting stay-on power to add a pop to any look. Simply glide on your lips until you get the desired look. Dr. Jart Super Aqua Blemish Base A BB cream with SPF and made with hyaluronic acid to lock in deep moisture
Best Korean Beauty Subscription Box
What is a Korean Beauty Subscription Box? The Korean beauty subscription boxes are basically for the skincare lovers of the world with the goal to help you create a glass-like, glowing and clear skin. And achieving this has never been easier with Sooni Pouch. Our Sooni Mask Pouch is the best