What are some cult Korean and Japanese skincare products that I should buy from my trip to Bangkok?

Second the Hada Labo, though I'd grab it at Donki rather than Watsons, the refill packs there run about 250 baht. The Cosrx snail mucin is closer to 600 baht at EveandBoy now, prices went up last year.

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You should definitely grab the Rohto Melano CC vitamin C serum at Donki or Watsons, it's like 300 baht and helps with oil control and brightening. For winter flakiness, the Cure Natural Aqua Gel is a gentle exfoliator that's super popular and cheap at places like EveandBoy.

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for japanese stuff, check out hada labo gokujyun lotion - it's great for when your skin gets flaky in winter and it's way cheaper here than in japan. for korean, cosrx snail mucin essence is a cult fave and you can find it at most watsons or eveandboy for like 400-500 baht

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Krua Dok Mai Kao is solid but I've always found their som tam a bit tame on the pla ra. If you want the real funky version, try the shophouse spots along Soi Udomsuk 26, near the night market end. They pound it fresh with fermented fish that'll clear your sinuses, and it's like 60 baht. Different style from the On Nut places, more Lao-leaning.

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for som tam specifically i'd say the Isaan spots in Chatuchak are underrated, weekdays only though since the weekend crowd ruins the vibe. there's a stall near gate 2 that does tam pa with fermented bamboo shoots, super sour and funky, not something you see much in On Nut. if you're already heading north for Or Tor Kor anyway its worth the detour.

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honestly the som tam at Krua Dok Mai Kao is good but what got me hooked is their nam prik pla raa dip with the raw veggies, that funk hits way harder than the papaya does. think most people sleep on it cuz they just order the som tam and gai yang. also pro tip, go before noon on weekdays, after that teh pla ra gets milder cuz they batch it for the lunch rush

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