The company is headquartered in Seoul but also has offices overseas such as locations in China, France, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, and the United States.
Skinfood's primary aim is to provide products for health skincare
The company has several 'flagship stores' in Korea as well as other locations around the world. One store that is particularly notable is their store located in Cheongdamdong, Seoul which features 9 floors of products. The company has been rapidly growing in the past few years, experiencing a 150% growth from 2012 to 2013.
Skinfood is best known for producing Korean skincare products, specifical items such as 'food packs', creams and masks which are made from food ingredients.
The company has collaborated with popular K-Pop groups and actors in the past such as T-ara, Girls Day, f(x), and Lee Min Ho.[6]
Among their top products is the Black Sugar Strawberry Mask Wash Off, Galactomyces Niacin Special Treatment Essence, Fine Fairness Peeling Cream, and the Royal Honey Propolis Ampoule.
The company's best product is their 'Black Sugar Strawberry Mask Wash Off'. This particular skin food mask wash-off promises to remove dead skin cells and leave behind soft skin. It also provides nourishment through its moisturizing properties.
The second best product is the Galactomyces Niacin Special Treatment Essence. This essence improves skin's moisture and elasticity, brightening skin's dull appearance. It also supplies essential nutrients to one's skin.[2]
Similar to other skincare products and brands, Skinfood has a number of famous fans including Girls Day, f(x), and Lee Min Ho. This often results in the company being featured on various media outlets such as entertainment shows.[2]
The company was nominated for 'Brand of the Year' and 'Best Global Brand' in the 2015 Korea Prestige Awards as well.[7]
SkinFood Products Available In Canada
Though Skinfood's products are currently only available online, there are several stores that sell this brand such as TesterKorea.com [8], eBay.ca/ebay.com, and Amazon.com. Skinfood has been available in Canada since September 2013 and is sold online as well as in stores such as Rossy (a chain of cosmetic stores found in Canada).