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Best Beauty Podcasts & Podcast Episodes for K-Beauty Lovers

From Korean beauty industry deep dives to honest skincare reviews, these are the best beauty podcasts and podcast episodes to add to your listening queue.

Looking for a new beauty podcast to binge?

Whether you want to keep up with the latest skincare trends, understand what is really happening behind the scenes of the beauty industry or simply find your next must-try product, a good beauty podcast is like having a knowledgeable skincare friend in your ear.

From deep dives into the Korean beauty industry to honest product recommendations, these are some of the best beauty podcasts and podcast episodes for K-Beauty lovers!

Our Top Pick

The Korean Beauty Show Podcast

Best for: K-Beauty news, trends, products and industry insights

If you love Korean skincare and want to know what is happening beyond the latest viral product, start with The Korean Beauty Show Podcast.

Hosted by Jelly Ko founder and K-Beauty Industry Consultant Lauren Lee live from Seoul, The Korean Beauty Show explores the products, ingredients, trends and business stories shaping the Korean beauty industry.

Lauren first discovered K-Beauty while studying in Seoul in 2011 before founding Australia’s first dedicated Korean beauty store, STYLE STORY, in 2014. After relocating permanently to Korea in 2016, she went on to create Jelly Ko and now works directly with Korean cosmetic manufacturers, beauty companies and industry professionals.

That means the podcast offers something a little different from a standard product-review show. Alongside skincare recommendations, you’ll hear what is actually happening inside Korea’s beauty industry, why certain trends take off and how Korean products make their way from an idea to your bathroom shelf.

K-Beauty Business

The Business Behind Olive Young

Olive Young might now be synonymous with K-Beauty, but Korea’s largest beauty retailer wasn’t always the powerhouse it is today.

In this episode, Lauren traces Olive Young’s rise and explains how it transformed from a health and beauty store into one of the most influential forces in Korean cosmetics. It’s a must-listen for anyone interested in the business behind K-Beauty and why getting stocked at Olive Young can completely change the trajectory of a Korean beauty brand.

Viral Beauty

From Viral to Vulnerable: The Rom&nd Lip Tint Controversy Explained

What happens when a viral beauty product doesn’t work for everyone?

Lauren looks at the conversation surrounding Rom&nd lip tints, grinding cleansing balms and other products designed to create a viral moment. The episode explores the growing gap between products that look exciting on social media and products that are practical enough to use in a real skincare or makeup routine.

Skincare Science

Why Korea Banned “Exosome” Skincare Ads

Exosomes have become one of beauty’s biggest buzzwords...but what exactly are they, and why did Korean regulators step in to stop the marketing in Korea?

This episode breaks down the science, marketing and regulatory issues behind exosome skincare. It also looks at how terms borrowed from medical treatments can become diluted or misleading when they enter the cosmetics world. If you love separating skincare science from beauty marketing, this one is for you.

Behind Jelly Ko

How to Create a Korean Beauty Brand

For a peek behind the scenes at Jelly Ko, head back to Episode 20 of The Korean Beauty Show.

Lauren shares why she decided to create a Korean skincare brand, along with some of the realities involved in formulation, packaging, manufacturing and cosmetic regulations. It’s an honest look at what it takes to bring a K-Beauty product to life....and why creating a great formula involves far more than choosing a few trending ingredients.

Product Reviews & Recommendations

You Beauty Podcast

Best for: Fun, accessible beauty reviews and product recommendations

Produced by Mamamia, You Beauty is one of Australia’s most popular beauty podcasts.

Hosts Leigh Campbell and Kelly McCarren cover everything from affordable beauty finds and luxury launches to skincare routines and products they have genuinely enjoyed using.

Naturally, we were thrilled when Korean beauty started popping up in their recommendations. 

White Truffle Soufflé Serum

The Budget Brand Nailing Luxury Fragrance Dupes

In this episode, Kelly and Leigh introduce Jelly Ko’s two serums as their “newbie” picks: White Truffle Soufflé Serum and Be Jelly Overnight Dream Serum.

They praised Jelly Ko’s innovative products and highlighted the silky texture and lit-from-within finish of White Truffle Soufflé Serum. Unlike products that rely on shimmer or glitter, the glow comes from the formula itself.

They also loved how beautifully the serum sits beneath makeup, making this a great episode for anyone searching for hydrating skincare that won’t leave their base feeling heavy.

Be Jelly Overnight Dream Serum

Our Big K-Beauty Roundup: You Asked, We Delivered

If you want a quick introduction to some of the K-Beauty products worth knowing, add this episode to your list.

The hosts round up the Korean skincare brands and products that had impressed them, with Be Jelly Overnight Dream Serum included among their standout recommendations.

With encapsulated retinol, collagen, panthenol, squalane and four types of hyaluronic acid, Be Jelly was designed to refine uneven texture while supporting smoother, more hydrated-looking skin overnight. Its lightweight jelly texture also makes it a great choice for anyone who doesn’t enjoy overly rich or greasy nighttime formulas.

Dewy Glaze Toner

A Savey Dupe for Your Fave Spendy Vitamin C

Long before our serums appeared on You Beauty, Dewy Glaze Toner made its own appearance in Kelly’s “Shop My Stash”.

In this episode, Kelly revisits the products already in her beauty collection and singles out Jelly Ko’s deeply hydrating toner. Made with a base of birch sap and three types of hyaluronic acid, Dewy Glaze Toner helps replenish dehydrated skin while preparing it for the rest of your routine. Its bouncy texture also makes it ideal for layering whenever your skin needs a little extra hydration.

Add These to Your Queue

Listen, Learn & Find Your Next K-Beauty Favourite

Tune into The Korean Beauty Show for expert K-Beauty insights direct from Seoul, then head over to You Beauty to hear which Jelly Ko products made it into Leigh and Kelly’s routines.

Happy listening!