Olive Young is Korea's dominant health & beauty chain — its Sephora and CVS rolled into one. Over 1,300 stores nationwide stock some 25,000 products spanning K-beauty, supplements, medicine and personal care. New K-beauty trends surface here first, making it the first stop for beauty fans visiting Korea.
✅ Best for: All K-beauty shoppers — beginners and experts alike. Best one-stop shop for authentic Korean skincare, cosmetics, and health products.
⏰ When: Most stores: 09:00–22:00 (some 24-hour locations). Myeongdong flagship: 09:00–23:00. Online: oliveyoung.co.kr (ships internationally).
How to Experience Olive Young
- Download the Olive Young app for English-language browsing, weekly deals, and member coupons.
- The "Annual Sale" (올영세일, held multiple times per year) offers 1+1 and 2+1 deals — plan your trip around it.
- Staff will help find products if you show a photo or product name on your phone — very accommodating.
- Look for the "올영 추천" (Olive Young Pick) label — store-curated bestsellers are reliably good.
- Tax refund available for purchases over ₩30,000 — ask for a tax refund receipt at checkout.
💰 Price & Budget
💡 Insider Tips
- The Olive Young app in English shows the exact same products and prices as in-store — great for pre-trip planning.
- Trending products are displayed at the front — these genuinely reflect current Korean skincare trends.
- Beauty consultants at Olive Young (뷰티 크리에이터) wear matching uniforms and are knowledgeable — ask for recommendations.
- The health section (건강기능식품) has excellent Korean red ginseng, probiotics, and collagen supplements.
- Olive Young Global (global.oliveyoung.com) ships internationally — prices are slightly higher but authentic.
- The Myeongdong flagship has the largest selection and English-speaking staff concentrated there.
- Check the "오늘드림" (Today Dream) section for same-day delivery within Seoul if you're shopping online.
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❓ FAQ
What is Olive Young?
Olive Young is Korea's dominant health & beauty chain — its Sephora and CVS rolled into one. Over 1,300 stores nationwide stock some 25,000 products spanning K-beauty, supplements, medicine and personal care. New K-beauty trends surface here first, making it the first stop for be
Where can I find Olive Young in Korea?
Olive Young is best experienced in Nationwide. All K-beauty shoppers — beginners and experts alike. Best one-stop shop for authentic Korean skincare, cosmetics, and health products.
How much does Olive Young cost?
Sheet masks: ₩1,000–₩3,000 · Serums: ₩12,000–₩80,000 · Sets and kits: ₩15,000–₩150,000. Olive Young membership (무료 가입) gives instant 5% discount and birthday coupons. Free samples always available at checkout.
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