About
A love letter
to Seoul.
Whenever friends from abroad came to visit, I found myself gathering the places I wanted to share with them.
Not only the well-known sights, but quiet neighborhoods made for wandering, small spaces that invite you to stay a little longer, and places where you can feel the seasons and spirit of Seoul.
Watching my friends experience the city I love—and discover moments of their own within it—made me wish that more people could experience Seoul, and Korea, not simply as a list of recommendations, but as something they could feel, enjoy, and remember in their own way.
a drop of seoul began with a simple desire:
to share a small piece of the Seoul I love.
Our point of view
What we share
A Drop of Seoul is an independent guide to the beauty, places, and everyday rituals that shape life in Seoul.
From skincare and hair rituals to head spas, wellness, food, and neighborhoods worth exploring, everything begins with a genuine sense of curiosity.
Our approach
How we choose
We believe the best recommendations feel personal.
Rather than following every trend, we look for experiences with a distinct point of view—places and rituals we have genuinely tried, enjoyed, and would want to share with a friend.
A note from the founder
Seoul is best shared personally.
I'm the person behind a drop of seoul—a curious local who loves discovering places worth sharing and experiencing Seoul through beauty, wellness, food, and everyday rituals.
Think of a drop of seoul as a recommendation from a friend who wants you to see a little more of the city they love.
Seoul, with love.
A Drop of Seoul is created by Essenly,
a Seoul-based hair care brand guided by the philosophy of “Essentials Only.”
While this is a brand-owned publication, its recommendations and editorial point of view remain independently considered.