Exploring the significance of sunscreen in Korean beauty culture, examining its relationship to cultural norms, societal pressures, and the paradox of physical beauty. Also, a discussion on the South Korean skincare and cosmetics industry's innovation and competitiveness, with a mention of the book 'Flawless' by Elise Shoe.
Better sunscreen exists, you just can’t get it in the US. Amanda Mull and Elise Hu explain why.
This episode was produced by Jon Ehrens, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by David Herman, and hosted by Sam Sanders.
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