
About this product
A lightweight eye serum from Beauty of Joseon combining ginseng and retinaldehyde (retinal) in a liposomal formulation, designed to address fine lines, dark circles, and loss of elasticity around the delicate eye area.
Full ingredients
Water, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 1,2-Hexanediol, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Cetearyl Olivate, Butylene Glycol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Glyceryl Stearate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Adenosine, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Dextrin, Cholesterol, Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate, Retinal, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Sterols, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Silica, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Ceramide, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin
Guru Score
Yay
18 experts · Strong agreementWhat they liked
What they flagged
Nothing. None of the experts who reviewed it raised a problem.
What the gurus are saying
Retinal in a gentle, nourishing formulation earns consistent praise for delivering anti-aging results without the irritation that typically comes with stronger retinoids around the eyes. Most gurus highlight its suitability for sensitive skin and the eye contour, though a few note the retinaldehyde concentration (0.2%) is modest, effective for maintenance and early signs of aging, but those tackling severe dark circles or pronounced lines may find other options more potent. The large 30 ml size makes it affordable to use across the whole face or neck, and the creamy texture with hydrating ingredients (niacinamide, ceramides, ginseng) means it won't leave skin parched even in winter.
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Retinoids are among the best studied ingredients in dermatology, with solid evidence for acne and for the fine lines and rough texture that come from sun exposure. Dryness and flaking in the first few weeks are common and usually settle.
Source: DermNet
Niacinamide has evidence behind it for redness, uneven tone and supporting the skin barrier, and it is usually well tolerated even by skin that reacts to most things.
Source: DermNet
Ceramides are part of the skin's own barrier, and moisturisers built around them have evidence for holding water in and settling the tightness and flaking that come with a damaged barrier.
Source: DermNet
A lightweight eye serum from Beauty of Joseon combining ginseng and retinaldehyde (retinal) in a liposomal formulation, designed to address fine lines, dark circles, and loss of elasticity around the delicate eye area.
Mostly yes. 16 of the 18 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 95%.
Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum: Ginseng + Retinal holds a Guru Score of 95%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 18 expert reviewers we have collected. It is also Guru Certified, our mark for products that hold broad approval across many expert reviewers.
Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum: Ginseng + Retinal is generally suited to mature skin.
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