The Baegayul Journal

Plainspoken notes from Dr. Jo on reactive skin, Korean botanical knowledge, and the philosophy behind Baegayul.

Skin Types How to read your skin type without buying a single thing

Skin type is less a fixed label than a reading you take on a given week. Here is how to tell dry from dehydrated, oily from unbalanced, and why the answer changes what you reach for first.

These notes are intended to educate about skincare and cosmetic ingredients. They are informational, not medical advice, and are not a substitute for care from a licensed professional. Results vary from person to person. Any reference to an ingredient or routine describes general use and is not a promise of individual outcomes.