2026.06.30 · Views 4,359
Hello everyone! I'm Van, I've just arrived in Korea and am looking to try out some beauty services. However, my Korean is very weak, making it difficult to read reviews on local review sites. I'm worried I might be scammed or choose a place that isn't suitable for me.
Does anyone have experience reading reviews without knowing Korean? How do you check for reliability? I could hire a translator, but I'm concerned about the time it would take. Are there any signs I should watch out for when looking at a place — like too many similar reviews, or anything that seems like a red flag?
I'd also like to know if there are any images or descriptions I should pay attention to. I've often heard people talk about hygiene and professionalism, but I'm not sure how to verify these aspects through reviews. Thank you all so much! 💕
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I'm also new to Korea and totally understand your concerns! I'm considering the same thing and honestly, I'm a bit nervous about the language barrier too. Maybe we can try asking expat communities or local Facebook groups—usually, there are people who can recommend a really good place where the staff speaks English. 💕
I had a similar experience when I first came to Korea! 😅 I usually use Google Translate to read reviews, but I don't always understand everything. So, I look for international review sites or ask other foreigners who have been through it directly to feel more at ease. You could try asking in expat Facebook groups in Korea; people are usually very happy to share their experiences!
I completely understand your concerns! I also just came to Korea not too long ago, and at first, reading Korean reviews was really tough. My experience is to try my best to find reviews with photos; looking at before-and-after comparison pictures can help you understand a lot. Also, read reviews from several clinics and compare the common points, which makes it harder to be fooled. Sometimes I also ask my Korean friends to help me check the reviews for a certain place, or ask other foreigners on international forums if they've been there, which makes me feel much more at ease! Keep going! 💪
I totally get how you feel! I'm also a foreigner and had the same issue when reading Korean reviews. I usually use Google Translate to skim through reviews, then check if the before/after photos and the number of reviews seem reasonable. Often, reputable clinics will have reviews from various people, not just a bunch of identical ones. You can also directly ask the clinic via email or chat to see if they offer English support, which can also indicate their level of professionalism! 😊
Hey sis, have you tried using Google Translate or other translation apps to read reviews? I'm curious if the translation quality is good enough to understand the details of the review, or if it's still too confusing? 😊