Hanbang Skincare: A Gentler Approach to Anti-aging

Hanbang Skincare: A Gentler Approach to Anti-aging

Just like BB creams infiltrated our beauty vocabulary several years ago, expect that “hanbang” might be the next buzzy Korean term to know. Steeped in centuries old tradition, hanbang is simply understood as “herbal treatment.” While an ancient practice may seem antiquated, it’s still very much relevant today. Hanbang clinics can be seen dotting the streets of Korea and doctors help provide a holistic approach to healing all sorts of physical ailments by procuring herbal elixirs and treatments that contain ingredients meant to balance one’s system. Rather than a Western approach of taking a medicine to fix an ailment, hanbang tries to solve the root cause of the issue. Hanbang skincare typically refers to plant based formulas containing these balancing ingredients (such as ginseng, green tea, lotus root, ginger, licorice, even deer antlers, to name a few). There are brands like Sulwhasoo and History of Whoo that have created entire product lines based on the premise.

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The Woobo clinic is a three generations old family practice that opened over a hundred years ago and specializes in treating various skin issues and focuses on gentle and soothing protocols. Anti-aging products in the U.S. conjure an image of aggressive peels and retinol products. Atoclassic, the line used in Woobo, utilizes the idea of gentle efficacy. “Atoclassic takes a different approach by using a blend of holistic ingredients that help restore balance to the skin and helps the skin function in a healthier manner,” says Peach & Lily founder and curator, Alicia Yoon. Instead of packing ingredients list with harsh actives, the range takes a gentler approach to solve skin issues.
If you have sensitive skin, this range may be ideal for your skin type as it doesn’t contain any harsh properties. Utilizing anti-inflammatory agents like golden thread and deodeck (a relative of ginseng), these natural ingredients aid in keeping skin calm and nourished. If you’re often left red or irritated from typical wrinkle creams, try this Asian alternative.

We’ve become big fans of the Soothing Cleanser, which quickly removes even stubborn, waterproof makeup without leaving skin taut and dry. Our founder’s favorite pick? The Calming Smart Lotion. “The hydrating base cleared up patches on my dry skin but it could also work for oily and combination skin types since it’s so lightweight,” says Yoon. And if you love sheet masks (who doesn’t?), the luxuriously plush fiber in the Perfecting Mask is chock full of antioxidant serum which majorly softens lines. The brand even touts the line as being safe for use during pregnancy and on babies. Plus, it doesn’t hurt that the white and rose gold packaging looks pretty chic on your bathroom shelf.

Shop Atoclassic to experience the line for yourself!

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