73%
would repurchase
3.9/5
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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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9 years ago

After learning about this product from YouTube I was really curious to give this a try. I'm in my early 40's and would like to obtain quality skin care at an affordable price and I don't care if I...

About reviewer (107 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinOther, Olive, Neutral

HairBrunette, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown



3.0
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9 years ago

I used it for a month during summer. So I just cleaned my face and put this on and did not use any cream after it. At first my skin was good and felt really soft but after a few weeks this essence...

About reviewer (8 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesBlue


5.0
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9 years ago

Been using this for 6 months now and still like it. It has made my skin brighter and softer. It also lightly moisturized. I have to say that in the first 1 or 2 weeks of use, it slightly ...

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinOther, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


5.0
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9 years ago

I do not want to be without it like never ever again. I love it! It transformed my skin, got rid of hyper pigmentation and diminished my first wrinkles. I am on my third bottle and I have not...

About reviewer (6 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Other

HairBlond

EyesGreen


5.0
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9 years ago

What in god's name is in this stuff? Unicorn piss? The tears of a baby lamb? Kitten laughter? I do not understand how a watery, unscented, toner-esque product that I felt really really silly...

About reviewer (38 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinCombination, Fair, Warm

HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

EyesHazel


1.0
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9 years ago

thinking that this really is only for older women, like someone previously stated. im 22 years old acne prone oily combo but fairly clear nc 20 skin. this didnt sting just like the person below...

About reviewer (26 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Medium, Warm

HairBrown, Other, Other

EyesBrown


2.0
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9 years ago

This is my first review on makeup alley - I felt compelled to review this product because of the odd reaction I had to it. I have very sensitive skin - almost every anti - aging product that I have...

About reviewer (6 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

HairBrunette

EyesBrown


3.0
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9 years ago

On a trip to Singapore, I went a bit nuts with Korean skincare and had heard only good things about the First Treatment Essence. Unfortunately, it's not that clear how and when you apply it but the...

About reviewer (21 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

HairBrunette, Wavy, Fine

EyesBrown


5.0
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9 years ago

I am not sure of the science behind this product and I've never used SKII, but whatever this is doing to my skin dear spirits in the sky don't let it stop! I love it! My skin looks smoother and...

About reviewer (102 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Warm

HairBrunette, Other, Other

EyesBrown


3.0
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9 years ago

I have dehydrated normal-to-dry skin and I found this product made my skin feel very (uncomfortably) tight. I had to use about twice the amount of moisturizer I normally use in order to achieve the...

About reviewer (219 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinDry, Medium, Warm

HairBlack, Straight, Medium

EyesBrown


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9 years ago

I have used this product for about 2 weeks and here is my break down, before i begin i have combination skin with slight sensitivity. I read a lot of good reviews about this product being the...

About reviewer (18 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Cool

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBlack


5.0
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9 years ago

This is amazing. I use this essence as the third step (cleansing water, toner, this essence) in my daily regime - day and night, and it has helped keep the redness of my skin in check, and the...

About reviewer (122 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair, Not Sure

HairBlack, Other, Other

EyesBrown


5.0
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9 years ago

SK-II Facial Treatment Essence - you have met your match for 1/3 to 1/2 the price (with better effects from Missha)! I LOVE Missha First Treatment Essence (FTE); soothes, brightens, softens, my...

About reviewer (159 reviews)

Age44-55

SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBrown


4.0
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9 years ago

So far so good! I've been using this for about 4 days and it's really soothed my sensitive skin. I got a set for 33$ that included two boxes of silky cotton a large bottle of essence, mini clear...

About reviewer (3 reviews)

Age30-35

SkinSensitive, Fair

HairBrunette

EyesBlue


5.0
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9 years ago

I've been using this product for 2 years now as a toner after washing my face. I also bought the mist spray version which I use in the morning. At night I use the bottled version and put some in a...

About reviewer (2 reviews)

Age36-43

SkinCombination, Fair

HairBlack

EyesBlack


1.0
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9 years ago

To the people who commented below, did you ever get in contact with MISSHA about this? I've been trying to call them for a week now but its impossible to get in touch with their customer service...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinOther, Other

HairOther

EyesOther


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10 years ago

Immediately after application of this product, my skin would sting and turn pink. I didnt mind it it first but after a week of consistently using this, i developed pimples. When i stopped using...

About reviewer (14 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

HairBlack, Straight, Fine

EyesBlack


1.0
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10 years ago

I heard the rave reviews everywhere from Sokoglam, Skin&Tonics, etc, and wanted to love Missha First Treatment Essence. The price is a steal compared to SKII. Unfortunately, this product felt...

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinDry, Tan

HairBlack

EyesBrown


5.0
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10 years ago

I do realise that my face has gotten brighter and it looked more translucent. I like the healthy glow that it gave me and I realise that I hardly get any pimples anymore. Good stuff! My boyfriend...

About reviewer (39 reviews)

Age19-24

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

EyesBrown


5.0
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10 years ago

I think this work with my combination skin. I used it first after cleansing my face and together with my skincare products from Sulwhasoo or Whoo. I must said it's really work

About reviewer (1 reviews)

Age25-29

SkinCombination, Fair-Medium

HairBrown

EyesBlack