Giving Essence.
About this product
A hydrating essence combining 5% niacinamide, fermented sake derivative, and polyglutamic acid to prep skin for subsequent skincare layers and support even tone and brightness.
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✓Approved · 84%What the gurus are saying
Gurus praise this essence as a thoughtful bridge between toner and serum that delivers genuine hydration without irritation, even at its 5% niacinamide concentration, which typically causes sensitivity in some people. The fermented sake ingredient and polyglutamic acid humectant work together to plump skin, even tone, and support a brighter complexion, making it a solid pick for those seeking traditional Korean essence benefits without the sting.
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Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Aspergillus Ferment Extract Filtrate, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Propanediol, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Ellagic Acid, Aronia Melanocarpa Fruit Extract, Polyglutamic Acid, Glycerin, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Morus Alba Root Extract, Allantoin, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Fruit Extract, Rubus Coreanus Fruit Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Glycyrrhiza Uralensis (Licorice) Root Extract, Rubus Fruticosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract, Betaine, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit Extract, Aristotelia Chilensis Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Xanthan Gum, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Water, Methylpropanediol
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