Brand Comparison
Sooryehan vs The History of Whoo
A head-to-head comparison of two popular K-beauty brands. Which one is right for your skin?
Our Pick
The History of Whoo
Higher editor rating (8.8 vs 7.8)
Sooryehan
Sooryehan sits in the quiet middle between mass-market The Face Shop and ultra-luxe History of Whoo — both LG sister brands. The Bidam line's bamboo-fermented essence is a smart pick if you want hanbang philosophy without hanbang prices. Not exciting, but thoughtful.
Pros
- ✓ Affordable hanbang
- ✓ Good for mature skin
- ✓ Fermented-herb focus
Cons
- ✗ Heavy fragrance
- ✗ Traditional packaging feels dated
The History of Whoo
Price tags that make you wince and packaging that belongs in a palace museum — but the Bichup Self-Generating Anti-Aging Essence is legitimately good, and the Gongjinhyang:Seol brightening line has receipts. You're paying for the ritual as much as the results, which is either the point or the problem, depending on who you are.
Pros
- ✓ Heritage formulas with modern polish
- ✓ Exceptional packaging
- ✓ Strong mature-skin results
Cons
- ✗ Luxury pricing
- ✗ Heavy herbal fragrance
- ✗ Overkill for anyone under 35
