You might feel overwhelmed when you see a densely packed ingredients list written in Korean. Look for the line labeled '전성분' on the box or bottle. In Korea, manufacturers are required to list all ingredients, so you can judge a product by the order of ingredients (those listed earlier are present in larger amounts). Advertising copy is meant to sell, so terms like 'natural' or 'additive-free' don't guarantee safety. The reason is that with fewer preservatives it's easier for a product to spoil, so the manufacturer may use other treatments that increase the price. In short, think about the balance between cost, safety, and convenience of use. ## Words to watch out for 1. 'No additives' · 'No parabens' — fewer preservatives = check the expiration date and storage conditions more carefully. 2. 'Natural' · 'Organic' — may only apply to some of the ingredients. 3. ‘Low‑irritant’ — regulations aren't strict, so if you're sensitive, do a patch test. 4. ‘Fragrance’·‘Fragrance ingredient’ — can cause allergies. ## Things you can do right away 1) On the box, check only the first five ingredients. 2) If you don't know the English name (INCI), look it up on your smartphone or check MFDS and apps like Hwahae. If you're sensitive, trying a sample that's sold in small quantities first is a way to save money and time.