Guides
Thorakao: Vietnam’s Oldest Cosmetics Brand That No One Is Talking About
Cocoon was founded in 2013. Thorakao was founded in 1961. That gap - 52 years - is the entire history of K-beauty,…
Is Korean Skincare Cheaper in Vietnam? An Honest Answer
The assumption is reasonable: Vietnam is in Asia, Korean skincare comes from Asia, therefore buying Korean skincare in Vietnam must be cheaper…
Vietnamese Skincare for Acne: What Actually Works
Acne in a tropical climate is a specific problem. Heat increases sebum production, humidity slows evaporation, and sweat creates constant moisture on…
Herbario Vietnam: A Closer Look at the Butterfly Pea Line
Herbario's first article on Dewsia covered the brand as a whole - the centella and fish mint line for oily skin, the…
Vietnamese Skincare Ingredients: A Complete Glossary of 20 Key Botanicals
Vietnam's botanical diversity is exceptional. The country spans 15 degrees of latitude - from subtropical mountain forests in the north to the…
Shan Tea in Vietnamese Skincare: The Ancient Highland Variety You Haven’t Heard Of
Shan tea Vietnamese skincare brands use is not the same green tea extract you'll find in most global products. The ingredient is…
Skincare in Vietnam: A Local’s Guide to What’s Actually Worth Buying
Most guides to buying skincare in Vietnam are written by people who have never been here. They list Watsons and Guardian as…
Rice Water Skincare: Does It Actually Work?
Rice water has been used in Asian beauty rituals for over a thousand years. Women in Heian-era Japan (794–1185 AD) rinsed their…