73%
would repurchase
3.9/5
package quality

price range

description

New 3rd generation. Highly concentrated essential essence for the first step of skin care to recover rhythm and to make radiant and healthy skin by raising skin moisture and radiance level. Concentrated Essence - Creates the perfect base for your skincare routine by conditioning skin with powerfully concentrated 80% Fermented Yeast Extract. Brightens & Balances - Clarifies tone, refines skin texture, and minimizes the appearance of redness for a clean & bright complexion. Moisture Infusion - Deeply hydrating fluid enriched with hyaluronic acid & niacinamide to moisturize and replenish skin’s texture.

ingredients

2021: 5th Generation essence, formulated with 97% Extreme Cica Yeast Ferment; Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Yeast Ferment Extract, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Sodium PCA, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Xanthan Gum, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin****** Previous Ingredients: Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate (80%), Propanediol,Glycyrrhiza Glabra ( Licorice Root Extract ), Niacinamide, Polyquaternium-51, Bifida Ferment Lysate, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Raffinose, Amaranthus Caudatus Seed, Piper Methysticum Leaf/Root Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract, Beta Vulgaris (Beet) Root, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis, Chamomile Extract, Phellodendron Amurense Bark, Cassia Alata Leaf Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Corn Starch, Tromethamine, Water, Adenosine, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lactic Acid, Phenoxyethanol

Reviews

Reviews


5.0
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8 years ago

Before I start off, I would like to say that I have fairly good skin. I don't have severe acne and my face is mostly clear. I do however get breakouts especially during that time of the month. And...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown



4.0
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8 years ago

I've bought this product from Korea and its only cost me around 40usd it's pretty affordable. I only used it on evening before I sleep and only using it for a week. It's really good product, it...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Tan

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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8 years ago

Great product very hydrating. I use a cotton pad and dab after my Toner and before Serum I buy this straight from Korea so it's inexpensive.

About reviewer (12 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Curly, Fine

EyesGreen


3.0
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8 years ago

At first I was very excited upon receiving this product after jumping in the essence bandwagon, by reading every single review. I've used half of it so far. At the beginning I would routinely use...

About reviewer (33 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


1.0
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8 years ago

Broke me out from the first application!! I had been acne-free before. My face had always been clean and problem-free. My skin suddenly became acne prone since then on, even long after quiting and...

About reviewer (5 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinNormal, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBlack


5.0
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8 years ago

SO good. locks in moisture makes my skin glowy, helped me replumped fine lines. really an essential part my of skincare routine. worth the price.

About reviewer (36 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Wavy, Other

EyesBrown


5.0
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8 years ago

This product has helped balance my dry and dehydrated skin. This along with a Scinic moisturizing ampoule have resulted in big changes to my skin. I also currently use Retin-A, which further...

About reviewer (140 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinDry, Fair, Neutral

HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

EyesBlue


4.0
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8 years ago

ive been using this a few months and love it. i already have good skin but it lacks glow and this has really helped even out my skin. the packaging is annoying so i have decanted this into a drug...

About reviewer (22 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


3.0
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8 years ago

I realize this is an HG product for many people, but I haven't really seen any difference in my skin after 6 months of regular use. It leaves a slightly sticky, tacky texture on my face that takes...

About reviewer (25 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinAcne-prone, Fair

HairBrown

EyesOther


4.0
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9 years ago

My skin has always been pretty bad with acne, but after using this for some time ( can't remember how long, but I am just about half way finished with the bottle), the break outs have calmed and my...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

AgeUnder 18

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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9 years ago

YES, this is my HG product. Before I started using this my skin was dull and dry with lots of hyper pigmentation, fast forward 6 months and my skin is much brighter and more hydrated. My mother has...

About reviewer (21 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Medium, Cool

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBrown


4.0
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9 years ago

This product has changed my skin for the better! I've been using this for a few weeks already and the difference it has made to my skin is HUGE. I used to have dehydration on the cheeks area and...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Medium

HairBlack

EyesBlack


5.0
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9 years ago

Just purchased my third bottle of this. It helped me through the dry and icky winters in nyc, allowed my skin to stay hydrated. Since I don't have much fine lines, I am not sure if this essence...

About reviewer (155 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


1.0
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9 years ago

Broke me out! I used to have clear skin, but this product did not work for me..

About reviewer (20 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinNormal, Fair, Neutral

HairBrown, Other, Other

EyesBrown


5.0
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9 years ago

I’ve been using this every day for 2 years or so, and must have gone through at least 6 or 7 bottles by now. When I started, my skin was neither bad nor good. Just late-30s-ish unremarkable...

About reviewer (35 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrown, Straight, Medium

EyesGreen


5.0
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9 years ago

Don't get me wrong, I'm an SK-II's believer and I give this essence a whole better rating. If I say SK II's essence is a miracle water, I'll say it is a miracle water that down to earth. Just like...

About reviewer (5 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOther, Other

HairOther

EyesOther


5.0
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9 years ago

Honestly, I don't understand how this product works. It is magic in a bottle that just works! I use this at night only right after cleansing. I double cleanse at night before using this as I...

About reviewer (25 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinAcne-prone, Olive

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


2.0
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9 years ago

Meh! I did not see any difference in my skin. I like to use antioxidant toners to boost my skin but this one did nothing for me.

About reviewer (53 reviews)

Age56 & Over

SkinNormal, Tan, Neutral

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBlack


5.0
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9 years ago

HG HG! I haven't written a review on here in over two years (sorry laziness on my part) but I had to come back to write one for this product. For the most part my skincare regime was simple:...

About reviewer (68 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown


5.0
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9 years ago

It's about time I've reviewed this product, considering I'm already on my third repurchase. It's become an essential part of my skincare regime. It provides light moisture and great skin...

About reviewer (7 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Olive, Warm

HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

EyesHazel