홍익약국 l Hongik Pharmacy l 弘益薬局 l 弘益藥局 (弘大必逛藥局 l 醫美保養品 l 寵物藥品 l 保健食品 l 中文服務 l 全年無休)

This is the cheapest pharmacy in Hongdae. They are open until 11:30 PM, have many staff members who speak Japanese, and everything is labeled in Japanese. This face sweat control pad is truly excellent, and I buy it every time I visit. You can get tax-free discounts on the spot.

They are open until 11:30 PM, and the staff are so kind and bring out the items you want right away!! It was reassuring that there were staff who could speak Japanese. The prices are cheap, and tax-free processing is done on the spot. I was able to get a paper with recommended products on it.

The selection of products is incredibly comprehensive, and the staff are very patient. After walking for a few days, my back was aching, and the staff recommended this ointment that even comes with a built-in roller—it's super useful and great for massaging. The range of medicines, skincare, and sheet masks is huge. The staff can even speak Chinese and are very friendly. They even have medicine for dogs! It's a must-visit every time I'm in Hongdae, and most importantly, there's a Wowpass machine inside.

There are many staff members, including pharmacists who speak Chinese, and they offer instant tax refunds. The store is large, products are neatly arranged, and they give out small gifts for social media activities. However, I feel they have fewer PDRN and Juvelook-related products compared to other pharmacies; they focus more on popular medications. Another pharmacy nearby has a wider selection of lower-priced products.