The Truth About Korean Hangover Cures (No, It’s Not Just Pear Juice)

A recent VICE article claimed that the only real hangover cure is… time. And while that’s partially true, it also oversimplifies an entire wellness culture—especially in Korea. 

Spoiler: Koreans don’t just drink pear juice and suffer through it.
We’ve built an entire functional supplement industry around preventing hangovers before they even start.

And it works.

What the Article Got Right (And What It Missed)

The article makes a fair point: once you’re deep in a hangover, there’s no magic instant cure. Your body needs to process the alcohol and recover naturally.

But that’s exactly why Koreans don’t wait until the next morning.

We prevent it before it happens.

The Real Korean Hangover Culture: Prevention > Cure

South Korea has one of the highest alcohol consumption rates in the world. But we don’t just ride out hangovers. We’ve developed a whole range of pre- and post-drinking supplements to:

• Support liver detox

• Speed up alcohol metabolism

• Reduce inflammation and fatigue

From herbal shots at convenience stores to modern formats like oral dissolvable strips, this is more than a trend—it’s a ritual.

Why Pear Juice Isn’t the Go-To Anymore

Sure, pear juice has some compounds that may help break down alcohol—but it’s not what most Koreans reach for today. It’s bulky, sugary, and mild at best.

In real life?
We’re reaching for products with functional ingredients like:

• Hovenia Dulcis (Japanese raisin tree)

• L-Glutathione

• Vitamin C

And increasingly, we’re looking for convenience and science—no more pills, powders, or sugar-loaded drinks.

Meet ORO FIRST: Korea-Inspired, Future-Ready

ORO FIRST is a modern take on Korea’s hangover culture.
Formulated with plant based and clinically-backed ingredients, this minty oral strip dissolves instantly—no water or prep needed.

It’s the smarter way to prevent a hangover, designed to fit in your pocket, your clutch, or your travel kit.

✅ Plant-based ingredients
✅ Manufactured in certified facilities
✅ Fast-absorbing ODF technology
✅ Best taken before drinking

So, Does Any Hangover Cure Actually Work?

If you’re looking for a miracle fix after 10 shots of soju—probably not.
But if you want to support your body ahead of time, lessen the damage, and wake up feeling human again?

That’s where ORO FIRST comes in.

Skip the bloaty pear juice. Strip, reset, repeat.