{"title":"Green Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eGreen tea extract is rich in antioxidant polyphenols that help calm and protect the skin, while gently supporting balance in oilier complexions. It is a mild, everyday ingredient that suits sensitive and breakout-prone skin alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection brings together green tea toners, serums and moisturisers from our Korean and global brands. Pair it with a gentle \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/cleansers\"\u003ecleanser\u003c\/a\u003e, explore hydrating \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/toners\"\u003etoners\u003c\/a\u003e, or shop by concern for \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/redness-irritation\"\u003eredness and irritation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"earth-harbor-brightening-elixir-blue-tansy-squalane","title":"Earth Harbor Naturals MARINA Biome Brightening Ampoule: Blue Tansy + Squalane","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOil-based brightening concentrate with visible glow early on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Tansy and Spirulina across twelve botanical actives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks on uneven tone and redness at the same time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your skin carries marks from old breakouts and reddens easily on top of that, you have probably been running two products to deal with it. The Earth Harbor Naturals MARINA Biome Brightening Ampoule does both jobs in one oil concentrate, with Rosehip Seed Oil on the tone side and Blue Tansy on the redness. Earth Harbor Naturals works in small batches out of the United States and builds around marine botanicals, which is how Spirulina comes to do the antioxidant work here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRosehip Seed Oil works on the marks breakouts leave behind:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosa canina is dense in provitamin A carotenoids and Vitamin C, the pairing behind its long record of use on post-breakout marks and sun spots. The change shows over weeks as tone levelling out rather than as an overnight brightening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChamazulene is what turns Blue Tansy blue and what settles the redness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tanacetum annuum carries chamazulene, a well-documented anti-inflammatory compound, which is also the reason the oil is deep blue with no colour added. Skin that reddens after cleansing or with a change in temperature calms down faster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhere pollution and daylight oxidise skin, Spirulina and Blueberry Seed Oil step in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spirulina's phycocyanins and chlorophyll give antioxidant and anti-pollution cover, and Blueberry Seed Oil adds its own antioxidant activity to the same job. Spirulina also has activity against surface bacteria, which earns it a place on congested skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo sebum-like oils carry the hydration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Squalane and Watermelon Seed Oil sit close to the skin's own sebum in composition, so they hydrate without adding to congestion. That is what makes an oil concentrate wearable on skin that had written oils off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light oil concentrate, deep blue in the bottle and clear once it is on the skin, that absorbs faster than its richness suggests. It finishes satin rather than greasy and leaves no slick behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e All skin types, including congested and easily reddened skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uneven tone, marks left after breakouts, sun spots, redness, and dullness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skin that looks even at arm's length and patchy up close is where a concentrate like this earns its place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does Rosehip Seed Oil compare to a retinoid for marks and texture?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: They are not equivalent, and the \"natural retinol\" nickname oversells rosehip. Carotenoids are Vitamin A precursors rather than retinoic acid itself, so nothing here converts in the skin the way a retinoid does, and the effect is slower and gentler as a result. What rosehip gives back in exchange is the absence of irritation and of added sun sensitivity, which is why it suits skin a retinoid has already upset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will an oil concentrate congest skin that is already oily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Congestion tracks the weight and composition of an oil rather than the format. Heavy oils that seal the surface are what cause problems on oily and congested skin, and the MARINA Biome Brightening Ampoule is built at the light end of the range. Skin producing plenty of its own oil frequently settles when it is given the right kind rather than none at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where does an oil concentrate go in a routine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Last among your skincare steps, after water-based serums and moisturiser, since nothing water-based penetrates an oil layer. In the morning, sunscreen goes on after it and stays the final step before makeup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrightening is easy to judge on speed, and the more telling measure with an oil like this is what your tone looks like at week eight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse the \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/pigmentation\"\u003ePigmentation\u003c\/a\u003e collection, see what else is built on \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/squalane\"\u003eSqualane\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore the \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/earth-harbor-naturals\"\u003eEarth Harbor Naturals\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Earth Harbor Naturals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47727633662286,"sku":"MAR101","price":22.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/MAR101.png?v=1778671447"},{"product_id":"isntree-mugwort-calming-clay-mask","title":"ISNTREE Mugwort Calming clay Mask","description":"\u003cp\u003eISNTREE Mugwort Calming Clay Mask, is a clay mask  that's combines the purifying power of six types of clay with the soothing properties of mugwort to deliver exceptional results for your skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Benefits :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDeep Cleansing\u003c\/b\u003e: The six types of clay, including kaolin and bentonite, work together to absorb excess oil, unclog pores, and draw out impurities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSoothing and Calming\u003c\/b\u003e: Mugwort extract reduces inflammation, redness, and irritation, making it perfect for sensitive or acne-prone skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNon-Drying Formula\u003c\/b\u003e: Despite its deep-cleansing action, this mask won't leave your skin feeling tight or dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAntioxidant Protection\u003c\/b\u003e: Mugwort extract contains antioxidants that shield your skin from environmental stressors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose ISNTREE Mugwort Calming Clay Mask ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique blend of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003esix clay types\u003c\/b\u003e for comprehensive skin care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle yet effective\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003edermatology tested formula \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for s\u003cb\u003eensitive and acne-prone\u003c\/b\u003e skin types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves overall skin texture and promotes a\u003cb\u003e clearer complexion\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal For :\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCombination to oily\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eskin types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose concerned with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eblackheads and enlarged pores\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividuals seeking\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ea gentle, non-drying clay mask\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking to\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ebalance and clarify\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003etheir skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ISNTREE Mugwort Calming Clay Mask is your go-to solution for achieving clear, smooth, and balanced skin. With its powerful blend of clays and soothing mugwort, this mask offers a spa-like treatment in the comfort of your home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ISNTREE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822567375182,"sku":"ISNP10-PKMR","price":16.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/ISNP10-PKMR.png?v=1778671447"},{"product_id":"isntree-hyaluronic-acid-aqua-gel-cream","title":"ISNTREE Hyaluronic acid Aqua gel Cream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight gel-cream with five \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hyaluronic-acid\"\u003eHyaluronic Acid\u003c\/a\u003e types for oily skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentella Asiatica calms; absorbs quickly with no residue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits oily, combination, and normal skin morning or evening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOily skin gets dehydrated too, and the usual answer either sits on top of it or does nothing at all. The ISNTREE Hyaluronic Acid Aqua Gel Cream runs five molecular weights of \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hyaluronic-acid\"\u003eHyaluronic Acid\u003c\/a\u003e through a base that absorbs almost on contact, so the water goes in without anything staying on the surface. ISNTREE has worked out of Seoul since 2014 on a simple principle, which is to pick one active and dose it properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive molecular weights hydrate at different depths at once:\u003c\/strong\u003e The larger forms bind water at the surface and hold it there as a moisture film, while the hydrolysed and acetylated versions are small enough to travel into the upper layers. Skin hydrated at several depths still feels resilient hours later rather than briefly refreshed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlongside the water, Centella Asiatica works on redness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Centella Asiatica extract brings well-documented anti-inflammatory activity that settles visible redness and reinforces the barrier at the same time. That widens the cream out to breakout-prone and easily irritated skin, not only skin that is dehydrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpect surface fine lines to fill back out:\u003c\/strong\u003e A good share of the fine lines on oily skin are a water problem rather than a structural one, and they soften once hydration is held consistently. Texture reads smoother within a few weeks of daily use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA true gel-cream, cool and fluid going on, gone within seconds and leaving nothing behind that catches the light. Sunscreen goes over it cleanly in the morning with no pilling or drag, and foundation sits flat on top of that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination and normal skin, and any skin type that is dehydrated and wants a light daily moisturiser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dehydration, surface fine lines, redness, excess oil, and skin that is shiny and tight at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you have worked through a shelf of moisturisers that either sat heavy or vanished without doing anything, this gel-cream is the middle ground you were after.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from the ISNTREE Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Aqua Gel Cream is the lighter of the two, a near-weightless gel-cream built for oily, combination and normal skin. The Moist Cream is the richer one, with ten Hyaluronic Acid types alongside Ceramide NP, Squalane and Shea Butter, which suits dry and very dry skin wanting more from a daily moisturiser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is a gel-cream really enough hydration on its own?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Hydration and richness are two different things. A gel base holds a great deal of water without carrying much oil, which is exactly what oily and combination skin needs. What it does not do is add lipids, and that is the part dry skin misses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need a Hyaluronic Acid serum underneath it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: On most days, no. For oily and combination skin this covers the hydration step and the moisturiser step together, and in the morning sunscreen goes on over it as the last step. In dry indoor heating, or on genuinely dry skin, a hydrating serum before it adds a layer this cream is not trying to provide alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unusual thing here is who it was built for: the skin type most often told to use less, handed more of the one thing it is actually short of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/oily-skin\"\u003eoily skin\u003c\/a\u003e edit, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/isntree\"\u003eISNTREE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"ISNTREE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822567407950,"sku":"ISNS01-ACR","price":12.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/ISNS01-ACR.png?v=1778671448"},{"product_id":"isntree-green-tea-fresh-toner","title":"ISNTREE Green Tea Fresh Toner","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntioxidant toner with 80% Jeju \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/green-tea\"\u003eGreen Tea\u003c\/a\u003e for oily, combination skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSebum-controlling Anti Sebum complex alongside Hyaluronic Acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH 5.8, fragrance-free, EWG verified for daily use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShine by early afternoon and tightness straight after cleansing usually come from the same place, which is skin replacing oil that something removed too thoroughly. The ISNTREE Green Tea Fresh Toner works the other way round, building the whole formula on 80% Jeju \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/green-tea\"\u003eGreen Tea\u003c\/a\u003e Leaf Water so the antioxidant and oil-balancing work happens in a base that hydrates rather than dries. ISNTREE has sourced from Jeju Island since 2014, where volcanic soil and clean air give South Korean botanicals a higher antioxidant content, and that sourcing is why the brand treats a plant as a base ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen tea accounts for 80% of what is in the bottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water replaces water as the base, delivering EGCG and related polyphenols that neutralise the free radicals UV and pollution generate in the skin. At that share of the formula, the antioxidant load is present at a working level rather than a trace one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOil control comes from two directions at once:\u003c\/strong\u003e The leaf water carries its own mild astringency, and ISNTREE's proprietary Anti Sebum P(HD) Complex works alongside it to temper how much oil the skin puts out across a day. The complex is ISNTREE's own, developed in house rather than licensed in, so there is no independent published research on it to point at, and what it adds sits on top of the green tea's own well-documented astringency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrating oily skin is not a contradiction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyaluronic Acid binds water into the upper layers and holds it there, which removes the dehydration signal that pushes oily skin into producing more oil than it needs. Comfortably hydrated skin shines less than skin that has been dried out and is compensating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBehind the tea, Centella and Blueberry pick up the rest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Centella Asiatica calms the low-grade inflammation that runs alongside congestion, while Blueberry Fruit Extract adds anthocyanins that quench free radicals by a different chemical route from the tea's polyphenols. Between them the formula covers more ground without adding any weight to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt pours like water, sinks in almost immediately, and leaves the skin matte rather than squeaky. There is a faint grassy note that comes from the tea leaf water itself rather than from anything added to it. Nothing pills under a serum, a moisturiser, or sunscreen later in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination, and normal skin, including teenage skin dealing with early congestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excess oil, visible pores, congestion, dullness, and mild redness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaching for blotting papers by mid-afternoon is the clearest sign this is the toning step worth trying, particularly if every mattifying product you have used so far left your skin feeling tight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is an 80% green tea toner different from a toner that lists green tea as an ingredient?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: In the ISNTREE Green Tea Fresh Toner, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water is the base of the formula, so green tea makes up 80% of what reaches the skin. An extract sitting further down an ingredient list is present at a small fraction of that and behaves as a supporting note. Concentration is what decides whether the polyphenols are doing antioxidant and astringent work at a meaningful level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does a toner have to feel astringent to control oil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Astringency that comes from alcohol removes the oil already sitting on the surface, and skin replaces it. Green tea's astringency is milder and arrives with polyphenols and hydration attached, so this toner works on how much oil is produced rather than on how much is currently there. It also sits at pH 5.8, close to the skin's own surface, which is part of why it does not leave that tight after-feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where does it go in the routine, and can I use it with an acid toner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It goes on straight after cleansing and before your serum, morning and evening. Green tea is not photosensitising, so daytime use is fine and is arguably the better half of the day for an antioxidant. If you also use an acid toner, alternate them across evenings rather than layering both in one sitting, since they are competing for the same step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA toner is the easiest step in a routine to make lazy, and this is what the step looks like when the base itself is doing the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/toners\"\u003etoners\u003c\/a\u003e, shop our \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/oily-skin\"\u003eoily skin\u003c\/a\u003e edit, or explore the full \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/isntree\"\u003eISNTREE\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ISNTREE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822568194382,"sku":"ISNS02-T","price":13.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/ISNS02-T.png?v=1778671448"},{"product_id":"isntree-aloe-soothing-toner","title":"ISNTREE Aloe Soothing Toner","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISNTREE Aloe Soothing Toner\u003c\/strong\u003e, is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe best aloe toner to\u003cstrong\u003e soothe and hydrate your ski\u003c\/strong\u003en. This \u003cstrong\u003egentle, refreshing toner\u003c\/strong\u003e harnesses the power of nature to provide your skin with the care it deserves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eKey Benefits :\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Hydration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: With 80% aloe vera extract from Jeju, this toner delivers intense moisture to your skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-nowrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cspan\u003e The addition of sodium hyaluronate further enhances hydration, attracting water to the upper layer of the skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-nowrap\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mt-md block\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoothing and Calming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Chamomile and licorice root extracts work together to reduce inflammation and soothe irritated skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-nowrap\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mt-md block\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Green tea and rosemary leaf extracts provide powerful antioxidants, protecting your skin from environmental stressors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-nowrap\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mt-md block\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin Barrier Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Panthenol (Vitamin B5) strengthens your skin's barrier, promoting overall skin health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-nowrap\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eWhy Choose ISNTREE Aloe Soothing Toner ?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Quality Ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Formulated with 80% Jeju aloe vera extract, ensuring maximum benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-nowrap\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-nowrap\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMultifunctional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Hydrates, soothes, and protects in one simple step.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGentle Formula\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Free from harsh ingredients, making it perfect for daily use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-nowrap\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eIdeal For :\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose seeking\u003cstrong\u003e intense hydration without heaviness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensitive or irritated skin\u003c\/strong\u003e in need of soothing care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnyone looking to incorporate \u003cstrong\u003eantioxidants into their skincare\u003c\/strong\u003e routine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeople wanting to \u003cstrong\u003estrengthen their skin barrier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISNTREE Aloe Soothing Toner\u003c\/strong\u003e is more than just a toner – it's a daily dose of skin-loving ingredients that hydrate, soothe, and protect. Make it a staple in your skincare routine and experience the difference of\u003cstrong\u003e truly nourished, healthy-looking skin.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ISNTREE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822568849742,"sku":"ISNS11-T","price":13.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/ISNS11-T.png?v=1778671447"},{"product_id":"beauty-of-joseon-calming-serum-green-tea-panthenol","title":"Beauty of Joseon Calming serum : Green Tea + Panthenol","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50.9% \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/green-tea\"\u003egreen tea\u003c\/a\u003e leaf water with 5% \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/panthenol\"\u003ePanthenol\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks on \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/redness-irritation\"\u003eredness\u003c\/a\u003e and the oxidative stress behind it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight enough for oily skin, calm enough for reactive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalming a reactive complexion and protecting it from what makes it reactive are usually two different products. Beauty of Joseon builds this one on Camellia Sinensis leaf water at 50.9%, so green tea is the liquid the serum is made of rather than an extract added to water, with Panthenol at 5% alongside it for barrier repair. The Seoul brand's whole approach is Hanbang heritage actives at doses that do something.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen tea leaf water at 50.9% neutralises the free radicals behind the redness.\u003c\/strong\u003e EGCG and polyphenols mop up UV and environmental oxidative stress, which is the upstream cause of both uneven tone and much of the visible ageing that follows it. Leaf water rather than leaf extract means the green tea is the base of the formula, which is where that number comes from.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanthenol at 5% is the barrier half, and it is a proper dose.\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin B5 converts to pantothenic acid in the skin, where it speeds barrier recovery and holds water in the upper layers. Five per cent is well above the level most serums carry it at, and it is the reason this reads as repairing rather than only soothing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtemisia sits second on the list, doing its own calming.\u003c\/strong\u003e Artemisia capillaris extract comes directly after the green tea water, with allantoin and licorice-derived glycyrrhizate behind it. Three separate anti-inflammatory routes in a twenty-two ingredient formula is why it settles skin that reacts to most things.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen tea's astringency moderates oil.\u003c\/strong\u003e It manages excess sebum without the weight of a barrier cream, which is what makes a calming serum workable on oily skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light, slightly slippy serum that sinks in within a minute and leaves a fresh, non-tacky finish. It layers under a moisturiser or sunscreen without pilling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e All skin types, and reactive, oily, and combination skin in particular.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Redness and sensitivity, barrier weakness, excess oil, and dullness from environmental stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skin that reacts to almost everything and needs a step that settles it rather than one more thing to tolerate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does green tea compare to Centella for calming?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Both work, by different routes. Centella's calming comes from Madecassoside and Asiaticoside acting on inflammation and barrier repair. Green tea's comes from EGCG and other polyphenols, which are more antioxidant-led, so it does more against the oxidative stress that triggers redness in the first place. If your redness follows sun or pollution exposure, green tea is the more logical pick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does 50.9% actually mean anything?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It does, and the number is the whole point. Green tea appears in a great many formulas at trace levels, where the polyphenol content is too small to act on. Here it is the base liquid of the product rather than something added to water, which is what makes the antioxidant activity measurable rather than theoretical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I layer it with other actives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, and it works particularly well underneath them. Antioxidants and calming ingredients sit comfortably with acids, retinoids, and Vitamin C, and this one can take some of the sting out of a routine that runs hot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most useful thing a calming serum can do is address why the skin is reacting, not just how it looks while it does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/serums\"\u003eserums\u003c\/a\u003e, target \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/redness-irritation\"\u003eredness \u0026amp; irritation\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore the full \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/beauty-of-joseon\"\u003eBeauty of Joseon\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beauty of Joseon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822569963854,"sku":"JSMS01-SCR","price":11.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/JSMS01-SCR.png?v=1778671447"},{"product_id":"beauty-of-joseon-relief-sun-rice-probiotics-spf-50-pa","title":"Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun : Rice + Probiotics SPF50+ PA++++","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPF50+ PA++++ that actually gets worn every day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice extract and a six-strain probiotic ferment reinforce the barrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable for oily, combination, and sensitive skin alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost people do not skip sunscreen because they doubt it; they skip it because of how it feels on the way out the door. Beauty of Joseon's Relief Sun pairs four photostable organic UV filters, which hold their SPF50+ PA++++ protection through the day rather than breaking down in sunlight, with Rice Extract and a six-strain Probiotic Ferment complex from the brand's Hanbang roots in Seoul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour photostable filters hold their protection all day.\u003c\/strong\u003e Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol, and Diethylhexyl Butamido Triazone keep their UV-absorbing capacity in sunlight rather than degrading the way older filters such as avobenzone do. That gives you reliable SPF50+ PA++++ coverage, including the long-wave UVA linked to pigmentation and photoageing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRice Extract counters the oxidative side of sun exposure.\u003c\/strong\u003e Oryza Sativa Extract brings ferulic acid, vitamins, and amino acids that neutralise UV-driven free radicals. Over consistent use that shows as a more even, luminous complexion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA six-strain ferment steadies the barrier under daily SPF.\u003c\/strong\u003e Lactobacillus and Monascus ferments feed the skin's microbiome and reinforce barrier function, which matters because wearing UV filters every single day puts that barrier under real strain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNiacinamide slows pigment reaching the surface.\u003c\/strong\u003e It blocks the handover of pigment from the cells that make it to the cells you actually see, while Panax Ginseng Root Extract adds the antioxidant activity at the centre of the brand's Hanbang brightening tradition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is fluid rather than creamy, and sinks in without a pale cast or heavy after-feel. It sits comfortably under makeup and does not pill when layered over a hydrating toner or serum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e All skin types, including oily, combination, dry, and sensitive skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daily UV protection, uneven tone, and barrier maintenance under regular sunscreen use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daily SPF wearers who have abandoned previous sunscreens over texture rather than protection, and those who want their morning sun step doing brightening and barrier work at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do these UV filters compare to a standard chemical sunscreen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Older organic filters such as avobenzone lose potency as they are exposed to sunlight over the day. The four filters used here are photostable, meaning they hold their UV-absorbing capacity for longer, with a UVA rating (PA++++) covering the wavelength most linked to pigmentation and photoageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do topical probiotics in a sunscreen actually do anything?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The six-strain ferment complex works differently from oral probiotics: rather than influencing gut bacteria, it delivers fermentation metabolites straight to the skin's surface, where they feed the microbiome and reinforce barrier function. That matters in a sunscreen specifically, because applying UV filters every day is itself a source of barrier stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this replace my moisturiser in the morning?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: For oily and combination skin, usually yes, since the formula carries enough hydration on its own. Drier skin is more comfortable with a richer moisturiser underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most protective sunscreen is the one you will actually reach for tomorrow morning, and that is the problem this one was built to solve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/sunscreens\"\u003esunscreens\u003c\/a\u003e, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/beauty-of-joseon\"\u003eBeauty of Joseon\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beauty of Joseon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822570094926,"sku":"JSMSM03-SR","price":11.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/JSMSM03-SR.png?v=1778671447"},{"product_id":"beauty-of-joseon-matte-sun-stick-mugwort-camelia-spf-50-pa","title":"Beauty of Joseon Matte sun stick Mugwort + Camelia SPF 50+ PA++++","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPF50+ PA++++ that reapplies over makeup in seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasured at SPF 55.8 and UVA PF 18.5 in Korean lab testing*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuinely matte finish, built for oily and combination skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMorning sunscreen has largely expired by the time UV peaks, and reapplying is the step almost everyone drops, because it means taking your face apart to do it. Beauty of Joseon's Matte Sun Stick goes over makeup in seconds at SPF50+ PA++++, built around \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/mugwort\"\u003emugwort\u003c\/a\u003e and Camellia japonica, two botanicals the Seoul brand draws from Joseon-era herbal medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe stick format removes the reason people skip reapplication.\u003c\/strong\u003e It goes straight over makeup with no decanting and no blending, and without disturbing what is already on your face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe measured protection sits above the label.\u003c\/strong\u003e Korean lab testing returned SPF 55.8 and a UVA protection factor of 18.5,* both comfortably inside the SPF50+ PA++++ bands rather than scraping into them. Four organic filters carry it, led by Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate and Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, both of which hold up in sunlight rather than degrading through the day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMugwort calms the inflammatory side of sun exposure.\u003c\/strong\u003e The species on the ingredient list is Artemisia capillaris, which carries documented anti-inflammatory activity, and it covers something UV filters do not: your skin's reaction to the exposure that got through. Centella and panthenol sit with it doing the same kind of work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCamellia and the matte finish are what make it wearable.\u003c\/strong\u003e Camellia japonica seed oil brings antioxidant nourishment, while silica and boron nitride absorb surface oil rather than adding shine. That is what makes a midday top-up practical on oily skin instead of counterproductive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirm and balm-like, gliding on without dragging and setting to a genuinely matte finish within seconds. It leaves no shine and does not disturb makeup underneath, though very dry skin will find it clings to any flaky patches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e A stick lays down a thinner layer than a cream, so a cream gives more reliable coverage for the first application of the day. This is at its best as the top-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination, and normal skin, and sensitive skin that benefits from the calming botanicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daily UV protection, midday reapplication, excess shine, and redness triggered by sun exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e People with oily or combination skin who want a top-up that will not add shine, and anyone who has stopped reapplying because their current sunscreen makes it a production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does a sun stick compare to a cream for actual protection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A stick lays down a thinner and less even layer than a cream, so the protection it delivers is realistically below the number on the packaging. That makes a cream the better choice for the first application of the day. It does not make the stick pointless: a thinner reapplication is a very large improvement on no reapplication, which is the comparison most people are actually choosing between at two in the afternoon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is mugwort doing in a sunscreen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Artemisia has long documented use in hanbang medicine and modern research behind its anti-inflammatory activity. UV filters block exposure but do nothing about the skin's inflammatory response to whatever gets through, and that is the gap it fills. Worth knowing that the Artemisia here is capillaris rather than the princeps species used in most Korean mugwort skincare; they are relatives doing similar work rather than the same plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can this be my only sunscreen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It can, though the thinner layer a stick delivers makes it better suited as the reapplication than as sole protection for a day outdoors. For everyday indoor life with short bursts of exposure it stands on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sunscreen that gets reapplied at two in the afternoon outperforms the better one still sitting in your bathroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-claims\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003e* Korean laboratory testing published by Beauty of Joseon: SPF 55.8 ± 7.8 and UVA protection factor 18.5 ± 3.0, supporting the SPF50+ PA++++ rating. The laboratory is not named and no panel size or test date is published. Results vary between individuals and with how much product is applied.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/sunscreens\"\u003esunscreens\u003c\/a\u003e, explore the \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/mugwort\"\u003eMugwort\u003c\/a\u003e collection, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/beauty-of-joseon\"\u003eBeauty of Joseon\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beauty of Joseon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822572323150,"sku":"JSMSM07-S","price":12.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/JSMSM07-S.png?v=1778671447"},{"product_id":"kaine-green-calm-aqua-cream","title":"KAINE Green Calm Aqua Cream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalming aqua cream with Ectoin for reactive and sensitised skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen Calm Complex soothes redness and restores barrier comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight gel-cream, suits oily, combination, and sensitive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your skin flushes at cold air, at new products, and at things it used to tolerate without complaint, the calming step is doing more work in your routine than any active. The KAINE Green Calm Aqua Cream leads with Ectoin, an amino acid compound made by microorganisms that survive salt flats and desert UV, and its approach is to protect skin cells rather than only soothe what has already flared. KAINE formulates in Seoul, and this is the product where its botanical side and its clinically evidenced side meet most plainly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEctoin wraps skin cells in a shell of water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ectoin binds an ordered layer of water around cells and proteins, so UV stress, pollution and irritants meet a physical buffer before they reach anything living. Clinical research on Ectoin reports lower skin sensitivity and less visible redness with consistent use, which is a different result from calming a flare after the fact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the Green Calm Complex adds is same-day relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e KAINE's blend of Bamboo Juice, Artemisia Capillaris and Camellia Sinensis leaf extract brings cool mineral-rich hydration, documented anti-inflammatory and antibacterial activity, and green tea polyphenols that damp down UV-driven inflammation. This is the part you feel on the first application rather than in the second month.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnderneath both, Panthenol rebuilds the barrier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panthenol (Vitamin B5) converts to pantothenic acid in the skin, where it speeds barrier repair, holds water and reduces inflammation-driven redness. A barrier back in working order is what stops reactivity returning every time the weather turns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn aqua-cream sits between a gel and a cream, and this one goes on cool, sinks in fast, and leaves skin feeling comfortable rather than coated. There is no film left for sunscreen to catch on in the morning, and nothing that needs waiting out before the next step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination, normal and sensitive skin, including breakout-prone and eczema-prone skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Redness, irritation, a barrier that has been pushed too hard, dehydration, and skin recovering after in-clinic treatments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those weeks when everything stings and nothing settles are what this was formulated around, whether the cause is too much exfoliation or the first cold snap of the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What makes Ectoin different from a calming ingredient like Centella Asiatica?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Centella Asiatica works through anti-inflammatory pathways at the skin surface, settling irritation that is already underway. Ectoin sits earlier in that sequence, shielding cells physically so less irritation starts in the first place. The two work by different routes and sit together comfortably in one routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can a lightweight cream really repair a damaged barrier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, because repair comes from what is in the formula, not from how heavy it feels on the skin. Ectoin and Panthenol do the barrier work in this one, and neither needs a rich base to do it. Weight is what dry skin wants for comfort; it is not the mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use this while I am starting a retinoid or an acid?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, and it is one of the situations this cream suits best. Used as the moisturiser step after your active, it gives the barrier Ectoin and Panthenol through the weeks when skin is adjusting, and in the morning sunscreen still goes on last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalm in skincare normally means a formula built around what it leaves out; this one gets there through something deliberately put in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/redness-irritation\"\u003eredness and irritation\u003c\/a\u003e edit, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/kaine\"\u003eKAINE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"KAINE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822572650830,"sku":"KAIS05-CA","price":16.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/KAIS05-CA.png?v=1778671447"},{"product_id":"pyunkang-yul-calming-pore-clear-wash-off-pack","title":"Pyunkang yul Calming Pore Clear Wash Off Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalming wash-off mask with Mugwort and dual clay for pore clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11,000 ppm Artemisia and Green Bean for deep purification without stripping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnzyme exfoliation and Hyaluronic Acid, suits all skin types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCongested skin does not always want the strongest clay on the shelf; it wants clay that stops once the oil is gone. The Pyunkang Yul Calming Pore Clear Wash Off Pack pairs Kaolin and Bentonite with Artemisia Capillaris, the mugwort long used across Korean herbal tradition, at a stated 11,000 ppm. Pyunkang Yul was founded in Seoul in 2015 by the dermatologist Dr Kim Jung-cheol, which is the background that explains why the botanical here arrives as a number rather than a name on a label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtemisia at 11,000 ppm carries the calming work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mugwort extract at that level brings anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and pore-refining activity, while Green Bean Extract adds antioxidant and brightening action against the uneven tone congestion leaves behind. The two cover the blockage and the mark it leaves without a third active being needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePairs Kaolin with Bentonite to cover two depths:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kaolin takes up oil sitting at the surface and in the pore opening, and Bentonite draws from further down with a stronger pull. Congestion clears in one pass rather than needing two different masks in a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExfoliation here is chemistry, not friction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant-derived enzymes break the protein bonds holding dead surface cells in place, so nothing has to be scraped off to shift them. Skin comes out smoother without the micro-scratching that scrub particles leave on already irritated areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thick clay paste that spreads smoothly and stays where it is put. It rinses off with water and a little working, and the Hyaluronic Acid in the formula means skin comes out feeling balanced rather than squeaky and drawn. Nothing needs putting straight back on to recover from it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination and normal skin, including oily skin that finds conventional clay masks too harsh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visible pores, excess oil, congestion, and uneven surface texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Weekly maskers whose skin congests fast but punishes them for using anything strong enough to fix it will recognise themselves here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does 11,000 ppm of Mugwort compare to a mask that simply lists Mugwort on the label?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Ingredient lists run in order of quantity but never state the amount, so a botanical can appear high on a label and still sit at a level that does very little. 11,000 ppm is 1.1% of the total formula, given as a published figure, which puts Artemisia Capillaris in the Pyunkang Yul Calming Pore Clear Wash Off Pack at a level where its documented anti-inflammatory activity is plausible. The point of a stated concentration is that you can check it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Should I let the mask dry completely before rinsing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Clay does its drawing while it is still damp, and once the layer goes fully dry it starts pulling moisture back out of the skin, which is where post-mask tightness and barrier disruption come from. A clay mask that has cracked has stopped working and started taking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How often should this be used, and does it clash with other exfoliants?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Once or twice weekly for oily and congested skin, and once weekly for combination or normal skin. Keep other exfoliating products off the same day, because the enzymes in this mask are already doing that job and stacking them is where irritation starts. On the days in between, nothing in a normal routine conflicts with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the skill in a clay mask is knowing when to stop, and this one has that written into the formula rather than into the instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/masks-and-peels\"\u003emasks and peels\u003c\/a\u003e, see the \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/pores-blackheads\"\u003ePores \u0026amp; Blackheads\u003c\/a\u003e collection, or explore the full \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/pyunkang-yul\"\u003ePyunkang Yul\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pyunkang yul","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822573273422,"sku":"PYP12-PK","price":12.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/PYP12-PK.png?v=1778671447"},{"product_id":"sioris-deep-in-a-barrier-cream","title":"Sioris Deep In A Barrier Cream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSioris Deep In A Barrier Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e is a\u003cstrong\u003e organic moisturiser\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to provide \u003cstrong\u003egreat hydration and repair\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003edry, sensitive skin\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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By incorporating this \u003cstrong\u003eorganic moisturiser\u003c\/strong\u003e into your skincare routine, you can nourish your skin, \u003cstrong\u003estrengthen your skin barrier\u003c\/strong\u003e, and achieve a healthier, more radiant complexion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sioris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822573601102,"sku":"1073323088","price":17.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/1073323088.png?v=1778671447"},{"product_id":"sioris-calm-me-down-cream","title":"Sioris Calm Me Down Cream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNourish your skin with \u003cstrong\u003eSioris Calm Me Down Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e, a\u003cstrong\u003e light-weight moisturiser \u003c\/strong\u003ethat delivers deep hydration without clogging pores. 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cream\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalendula Extract:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGentle herb with powerful repairing abilities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSoothes irritated skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSqualane: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDerived from olive oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuickly absorbed by the skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePrevents moisture loss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCeramide NP: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"list-style-type: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally occurring in the skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepairs the skin's barrier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eProtects from environmental stressors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"mb-2 mt-6 text-lg first:mt-3\"\u003eWhy Choose Sioris Calm Me Down Cream ?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-textOff list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmos organic certified: \u003c\/strong\u003e27.15% organic ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% Natural: \u003c\/strong\u003egentle natural formula free from parabens, and artificial fragrances, making it suitable for sensitive skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuxurious texture :\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky, creamy texture that absorbs quickly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Smart packageing: \u003c\/strong\u003eComes in an airless pump bottle for optimal 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use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSioris Calm Me Down Cream\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a perfect balance of hydration and lightness, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a \u003cstrong\u003elight moisturiser\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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By incorporating this product into your daily routine, you'll be on your way to achieving a healthier, more glowing complexion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sioris","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47822573764942,"sku":"1099162006","price":15.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/My_First_Essener_sioris-Photoroom.webp?v=1751814304"},{"product_id":"hyggee-natural-repair-serum","title":"HYGGEE Natural Repair Serum","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e66.7% Red Ginseng with \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/niacinamide\"\u003eNiacinamide\u003c\/a\u003e and licorice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntioxidant firming and tone work in one layer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits all skin types, including sensitive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTwo thirds of a formula given over to a single botanical is a deliberate decision. HYGGEE builds this serum on Red Ginseng extract at 66.7%, whose ginsenosides carry the antioxidant and firming side, with Niacinamide and licorice handling tone. HYGGEE formulates in South Korea around fermented plant-root ingredients, and this is the clearest expression of that approach in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGinsenosides work at a concentration high enough to matter.\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Ginseng at 66.7% brings ginsenosides that neutralise free radicals and act on collagen production. The number is the point, and HYGGEE publishes it on the product itself rather than leaving you to infer it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNiacinamide and licorice reach tone from two directions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Niacinamide limits how much melanin arrives at the surface, while licorice contributes glabridin, which acts on the enzyme that produces it. Two points on one pathway is why the change reads across the whole face rather than patch by patch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe plant-root base is what keeps it comfortable.\u003c\/strong\u003e Peony and angelica root extracts sit underneath with mineral-rich seaweed, green tea, Centella and Jeju fermented water, which is why a botanical concentrate this high does not behave like a strong active.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLight and faintly dewy, sinking in without tack and leaving no film for the next layer to slide on. It goes under moisturiser and then sunscreen without pilling, and there is a soft ginseng scent that comes from the extract itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e All skin types, including sensitive and mature skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firmness and elasticity, dullness, uneven tone, and dehydration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e People who want antioxidant cover and tone work from the same step, and those whose skin finds Vitamin C too sharp to keep up with.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does this compare with a Vitamin C serum doing the same two jobs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Vitamin C is one powerful antioxidant that also stings reactive skin and oxidises in the bottle. This spreads the antioxidant work across ginsenosides at high concentration and hands tone to Niacinamide and licorice, which is gentler and more stable. You give up Vitamin C's raw potency and get a formula that survives daily use, which is usually the trade that decides results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does topical ginseng actually do anything?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: At this concentration, yes. Ginsenosides are the active compounds in ginseng root and they behave as antioxidants on the skin, working against the free-radical damage that flattens radiance over time, with activity on collagen alongside. What makes the difference here is the published 66.7%, which is a stated concentration rather than an inference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where does it go in a routine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: After cleansing and any toner or essence, before moisturiser, with sunscreen last in the morning. It is a complete antioxidant and tone step on its own and needs nothing layered with it, though it sits comfortably next to acids or a retinoid on the evenings you use those.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe interesting thing about a formula built this heavily on one ingredient is that there is nowhere for it to hide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/serums\"\u003eserums\u003c\/a\u003e, see what else uses \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/niacinamide\"\u003eNiacinamide\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore the full \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hyggee\"\u003eHYGGEE\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HYGGEE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48557394133326,"sku":"HGS06-Sm","price":11.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/HGS06-Sm.png?v=1778671447"},{"product_id":"arencia-blue-hyssop-rice-mochi-cleanser","title":"Arencia Blue Hyssop Rice Mochi Cleanser","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid mochi cleanser with kaolin for oily skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHyssop and rice powder in a low-lather base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoubles as a short clay mask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin that turns oily by midday and tight the moment it is washed has been badly served by both foaming cleansers and clay masks. The Arencia Blue Hyssop Rice Mochi Cleanser sits between the two, a soft solid cleanser of kaolin, rice powder and mild coconut-derived cleansers that lifts sebum without the squeak. Arencia makes these in Korea by fermenting and kneading the base over days, which is what leaves the texture springy and yielding rather than hard-set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKaolin absorbs sebum during the wash rather than after it:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clay in a cleanser has a short contact window, so the effect lands on surface oil rather than drawing deeply. Leaving the lather on for a minute extends that, which is why the same cleanser works as a brief mask too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRice powder gives a mild physical polish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely milled Oryza Sativa powder provides gentle mechanical exfoliation without the sharp edges of a scrub particle. It is the reason skin feels smoother rather than merely clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyssop and green tea sit at the far end of the ingredient list:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyssopus Officinalis and Camellia Sinensis extracts appear last, which places them as supporting botanicals rather than the formula's engine. The cleansing base and the clay are doing the work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt dents under a thumb and springs back, closer to marshmallow than soap, and it works up a low, creamy lather between wet palms rather than a foam. Skin is left clean and matte without tightness. It carries a light fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination and normal skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excess sebum, visible pores, dullness, and uneven texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e People who buy clay masks and never get round to using them will get more from a clay cleanser used nightly than from a better mask left in the drawer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does a solid mochi cleanser differ from a bottled one?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: This is a solid, low-water format, so it carries no bottle and less water. In use the difference is the lather, which is lower and creamier than a gel, plus the option of leaving it on briefly as a mask. Cleansing power is comparable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is a clay cleanser too drying for daily use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Not at this contact time. Clay draws oil while it sits on the skin, and a wash gives it well under a minute. Arencia's own testing recorded a rise in skin hydration after use rather than a drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it remove sunscreen and makeup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Light makeup yes, water-resistant sunscreen and long-wear makeup no. Use an oil cleanser or balm first on those days and this as the water-based step. The routine then runs toner or essence, actives, moisturiser, and sunscreen last in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe format is the argument here, because a clay step you actually take every day beats a better one you take once a month.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/cleansers\"\u003ecleansers\u003c\/a\u003e, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/arencia\"\u003eARENCIA\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ARENCIA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50907451883854,"sku":"ALSC01-Fb1","price":14.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/ALSC01-Fb1.png?v=1778671450"},{"product_id":"arencia-fresh-green-rice-mochi-cleanser-120g","title":"Arencia Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid mochi cleanser with green tea powder and kaolin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong list of soothing plant extracts in the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor oily and combination skin wanting a daily polish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cleanser can polish or it can comfort, and most of them pick one. The Arencia Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser puts milled rice and green tea powder against kaolin and around twenty plant extracts, in a solid soft enough that the exfoliation never turns gritty. Arencia ferments and kneads the base over days in Korea, which is what takes a rice cleanser from scratchy to pliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRice and green tea powders polish without scratching:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milled Oryza Sativa and Camellia Sinensis leaf powder give a fine mechanical exfoliation. The fermentation softens the particles, which is the difference between this and a conventional rice scrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAround twenty botanical extracts sit behind the cleansing base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Centella, licorice, oat, chamomile, witch hazel, ginseng, tea tree and portulaca all appear towards the end of the list. Individually each is at a low level; collectively they are why the wash reads as soothing rather than plain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKaolin handles the oil that rice powder does not:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clay absorbs surface sebum across the short time the lather sits on the face. Oily and combination skin will appreciate the matte finish more than dry skin will.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWet palms turn something dense and springy into a low, creamy lather with a faint grain you can feel but never scratch on. Skin is left smooth and matte. It carries a light fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination and normal skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dullness, rough texture, visible pores, and excess oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skin that finds scrubs too harsh and acids too much of a commitment gets a workable middle option in a daily wash with a fine polish built into it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does this differ from a rice scrub?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A conventional rice scrub uses harder particles that drag on the skin. Fermenting and kneading the base softens them, so the polish here is much finer and suits daily use rather than weekly. The trade-off is that it does less in any single wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do twenty plant extracts do more than three?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Not automatically. Long extract lists usually sit at low individual concentrations, and their value is cumulative and mild rather than targeted. Judge a formula like this on its base and texture first, and treat the botanicals as a bonus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use this every day?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, the polish is fine enough for it. If you also use a leave-on acid or a retinoid, once daily rather than twice is the safer setting. After cleansing the routine runs toner or essence, actives, moisturiser, and sunscreen last in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interesting engineering here is not what went into the formula but what was done to it afterwards, which is a rare thing to be able to say about a cleanser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/cleansers\"\u003ecleansers\u003c\/a\u003e, see what else uses \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/green-tea\"\u003egreen tea\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore the full \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/arencia\"\u003eARENCIA\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ARENCIA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50907451949390,"sku":"ALSC01-Fg1","price":14.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/ALSC01-Fg1.png?v=1778671450"},{"product_id":"beauty-of-joseon-relief-sun-aqua-fresh-rice-b5-spf50-pa","title":"Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-fresh : Rice + B5 SPF50+ PA++++","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lighter Relief Sun, rebuilt for oily and breakout-prone skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive photostable filters with \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/panthenol\"\u003ePanthenol\u003c\/a\u003e, Ceramide NP and beta-glucan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerum-weight texture that disappears in seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Relief Sun earned its reputation on texture, and its emollience is exactly what oily skin struggles with by lunchtime. This Aqua-fresh version keeps photostable protection in a watery base and adds Panthenol to settle the barrier stress that daily sunscreen wear causes breakout-prone skin. Beauty of Joseon works out of Seoul, building modern formulas on Hanbang ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive photostable filters resist breaking down in sunlight.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ethylhexyl Triazone, Drometrizole Trisiloxane, Terephthalidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate and Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine hold their SPF50+ PA++++ coverage through the day rather than degrading the way older filter combinations do. Drometrizole Trisiloxane and Terephthalidene Dicamphor Sulfonic Acid in particular are both strong UVA filters and neither appears in the original Relief Sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanthenol repairs the barrier that daily SPF wears down.\u003c\/strong\u003e It converts to pantothenic acid in the skin, where it calms inflammation and speeds barrier recovery, which matters most for acne-prone skin already dealing with actives. Ceramide NP and phytosphingosine sit behind it replacing barrier lipids directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRice covers the oxidative gap, and it is here three times over.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rice seed water sits second on the list, with rice bran oil, rice amino acids and a rice peptide further down, alongside ferulic acid and beta-glucan. Filters block exposure; antioxidants deal with the free radicals from whatever gets through, which is a job no filter performs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe watery base absorbs without adding shine.\u003c\/strong\u003e Stripping out the emollience that suits normal and dry skin is what makes this workable as a standalone morning step on oily skin, with oat kernel and artichoke leaf extracts calming underneath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuinely watery, closer to an essence than a cream, sinking in within seconds to a soft matte finish with no cast and no tack. It sits under makeup cleanly and does not turn shiny through the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination, and breakout-prone skin, and normal skin in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daily UV protection, shine and congestion, and barrier sensitivity from wearing sunscreen every day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e People who loved the original Relief Sun until July, and anyone whose skin is already working hard on actives and needs the SPF step to be the calm one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from the original Relief Sun?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A different base and a different filter system. The original carries more emollience and a four-filter blend, which suits normal to dry skin and can feel rich on oily skin. This one strips the base back to a watery texture, runs five filters including two strong UVA ones the original does not have, and adds Panthenol and Ceramide NP for barrier support. Neither is better; they are built for different skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will a watery sunscreen protect as well as a richer one?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Texture and protection are separate variables, decided by the filter system rather than the base. Both formulas carry SPF50+ PA++++, and this one reaches it by a slightly different route.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can it work as my only morning step?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: On oily and combination skin, usually yes. Dry skin will want a moisturiser underneath, and would probably be happier with the original formula anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use Relief Sun Aqua-fresh during pregnancy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: We recommend a different sunscreen while pregnant. The formula includes sh-Oligopeptide-1, a lab-made form of the growth factor EGF, and growth factors are newer skincare ingredients with no clinical safety data in pregnancy. A mineral sunscreen is the usual choice during pregnancy, and our \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/mineral-spf\"\u003emineral SPF\u003c\/a\u003e collection covers the options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reformulation is usually a compromise. This one is closer to an admission that one texture was never going to suit every face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/sunscreens\"\u003esunscreens\u003c\/a\u003e, explore \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/panthenol\"\u003ePanthenol (B5)\u003c\/a\u003e, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/beauty-of-joseon\"\u003eBeauty of Joseon\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beauty of Joseon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50907452440910,"sku":"JSMSM03-SRA","price":11.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/JSMSM03-SRA.png?v=1778671450"},{"product_id":"purito-wonder-releaf-centella-eye-cream-unscented","title":"PURITO SEOUL Wonder Releaf Centella Eye Cream Unscented","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25,545 ppm \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/centella-asiatica\"\u003eCentella\u003c\/a\u003e with four peptides, Adenosine and Ceramide NP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePuffiness down 16% straight after application on PURITO's own testing*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrance-free and essential-oil-free; appropriate during pregnancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the skin around your eyes stings, tightens or turns pink at the first sign of an active, the standard advice is to put nothing there at all. The PURITO SEOUL Wonder Releaf Centella Eye Cream Unscented takes the opposite view, carrying Centella Asiatica extract at 25,545 ppm with four peptides and Adenosine in a gel-cream that has no essential oils or aromatic plant extracts in it. PURITO SEOUL have formulated in Seoul since 2017, and leaving out the ingredients most likely to set reactive skin off is the constant across the Wonder Releaf range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentella at 25,545 ppm settles the redness at its source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Madecassoside, asiaticoside, madecassic acid and asiatic acid are all named separately on the list underneath the whole extract, which is how you tell a standardised Centella from a botanical note. PURITO's testing recorded redness down 30% across two weeks, and a soothing response on physically irritated skin inside thirty minutes.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePuffiness comes down straight away, and the brand measured that too:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16% immediately after application on the same panel.* That is a same-morning effect rather than a cumulative one, which is the honest way round for anything working on fluid rather than on structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirmness is the slow half, run by Adenosine and four peptides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adenosine is the ingredient Korea's regulator recognises for wrinkle improvement, and palmitoyl dipeptide-10, tetrapeptide-7, tripeptide-1 and hexapeptide-12 work the same angle alongside it. Crow's feet shallow out over weeks of daily use rather than overnight, which is the honest timeframe for anything acting on collagen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeramide NP and three plant oils keep thin skin comfortable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meadowfoam, argan and macadamia oils with shea butter and panthenol sit behind the actives. Eye skin loses water faster than anywhere else on the face, and a treatment it cannot tolerate is not a treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gel-cream rather than a cream, light enough to sink in around the eye without leaving a film for concealer to catch on. There are no essential oils or aromatic plant extracts in it, which is the detail reactive skin actually notices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is built for redness, puffiness and fine lines rather than for dark circles. There is no caffeine, vitamin C or niacinamide in the formula, so a circle that is brown pigment, or a hollow under the eye socket casting a shadow, will not respond to what is here. A bluish cast that comes from fluid does soften as the puffiness does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sensitive, reactive and redness-prone skin, along with combination, normal, dry, oily and mature skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Redness around the eye, morning puffiness, fine lines and crow's feet, dehydration, and skin recovering from a procedure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e If every eye cream you have tried has stung within the hour or left the lid pink by evening, this is the one built around leaving out the ingredients behind that reaction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from a plain hydrating eye cream?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A hydrating eye cream gives the area water and lipids and stops there. The PURITO SEOUL Wonder Releaf Centella Eye Cream Unscented puts standardised Centella on the redness, four peptides and Adenosine on firmness, and Ceramide NP with panthenol on the barrier, and it does all of that without the essential oils that are the common reason an eye product irritates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it help my dark circles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Only one kind, and it is worth being straight about which. Under-eye darkness comes from three separate things: fluid and dilated vessels showing through thin skin as a bluish cast, brown melanin pigment, and hollowing that casts a shadow. This formula works on the first of those, through the puffiness, and there is nothing in it aimed at the other two. If pigment is what you are looking at, a niacinamide or vitamin C product is the one to reach for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use this alongside retinol or acids on the rest of my face?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. There is no retinoid, acid or exfoliating agent in this formula, so nothing in it competes with what you use elsewhere, and Centella's calming activity is genuinely useful on the evenings a retinoid has left skin tight. It goes in at the eye step, after your serum and before moisturiser, morning or evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most reactive part of your face is the one part where doing nothing has a visible cost, since redness and crepiness both show up here years before they show anywhere else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-claims\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003e* PURITO testing carried out at P\u0026amp;K Skin Research Center on a panel of 21 adults: soothing on physically irritated skin 74% at thirty minutes, on chemically irritated skin 70% and after UV exposure 72% at two weeks; puffiness 16% immediately after application; redness 30% at two weeks; and 100% satisfaction across five self-assessment measures at four weeks. Dermatologist, hypoallergenic HRIPT and sensitive-skin suitability testing were also completed. Brand-commissioned testing at an independent research centre rather than an independent trial; results vary between individuals.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/centella-asiatica\"\u003eCentella Asiatica\u003c\/a\u003e formulas, find care for \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/sensitive-skin\"\u003esensitive skin\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/purito-seoul\"\u003ePURITO SEOUL\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PURITO SEOUL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50907452703054,"sku":"PRS02-CEU","price":12.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/PRS02-CEU.png?v=1778671449"},{"product_id":"purito-wonder-releaf-centella-serum-unscented","title":"PURITO SEOUL Wonder Releaf Centella Serum Unscented","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e34,860 ppm \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/centella-asiatica\"\u003eCentella\u003c\/a\u003e with four peptides and \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/niacinamide\"\u003eNiacinamide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrance-free and essential-oil-free throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe treatment step of the Wonder Releaf routine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA serum for skin that reacts easily has to pass one test before any other: nothing in it can be the thing that sets the skin off. PURITO run Centella Asiatica extract at 34,860 ppm here with Niacinamide, Panthenol and four peptides, and leave out fragrance and essential oils entirely. PURITO SEOUL have formulated in Seoul since 2017, and the unscented version of this range exists because the scented one was not enough for everybody.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentella's active compounds work on different timescales.\u003c\/strong\u003e Madecassoside settles the surface quickly, while asiaticoside acts on collagen production over a much longer run. At 34,860 ppm, with all four of the plant's triterpenoids named separately underneath the extract, that split is why a Centella serum reads as both immediate and cumulative rather than one or the other.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour peptides work on firmness underneath the calming.\u003c\/strong\u003e Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, hexapeptide-12, tripeptide-1 and dipeptide-10 prompt the skin's collagen-producing cells to do more, which is the slow half of this formula and the reason to keep using it past the point where the surface has already settled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNiacinamide handles tone and barrier on the same schedule.\u003c\/strong\u003e It limits how much melanin reaches the upper layers and prompts the skin to make more of its own ceramides, the lipids that hold the barrier together, so neither job waits on the other. Ceramide NP sits further down the list doing the same work directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanthenol and a 10 ppm vesicle extract cover the newer end of the formula.\u003c\/strong\u003e Panthenol draws moisture in and helps repair the lipid layer. Alongside it PURITO include Centella callus extracellular vesicles at 10 ppm, a plant-derived delivery particle that is a genuinely interesting piece of formulation with a much thinner evidence base than the extract itself, and we would treat it as the least load-bearing thing in the bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light serum that absorbs quickly and leaves the surface soft rather than tacky. There is no scent at all, which is rarer than it should be, and nothing on the surface to interfere with a moisturiser or sunscreen going on afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e All skin types, particularly dry, sensitive and easily reactive skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barrier resilience, comfort, dehydration, uneven tone, and fine lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e People who have stripped their routine back after a bad reaction and want the one step they keep to do more than sit there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does this compare with a plain Centella serum?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A plain Centella serum settles the surface and stops there, which is a reasonable thing for it to do. This carries the Centella at 34,860 ppm and adds three things it would otherwise want a second product for: peptides for firmness, Niacinamide for tone and barrier lipids, and Panthenol for hydration. For a routine deliberately kept short, that is the difference between a calming step and a treatment step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use it morning and evening?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, it is built for twice-daily use and nothing in it is photosensitising. It goes on after cleansing and any toner, before moisturiser, with sunscreen last in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long before persistent surface redness settles?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The acute kind eases inside one to two weeks. The kind that has been there for months follows barrier resilience rather than the other way round, and that takes four to six weeks of consistent twice-daily use to shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalming and long-term resilience turn out to be the same objective approached over two different timeframes, which is why this works better as a permanent step than an emergency one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/centella-asiatica\"\u003eCentella\u003c\/a\u003e formulas, find care for \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/sensitive-skin\"\u003esensitive skin\u003c\/a\u003e, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/purito-seoul\"\u003ePURITO SEOUL\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PURITO SEOUL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50907452768590,"sku":"PRS02-CSU","price":14.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/PRS02-CSU.png?v=1778671450"},{"product_id":"purito-timeless-bloom-retinol-spot-cream","title":"PURITO SEOUL Timeless Bloom Retinol Spot Cream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.1% \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/retinol\"\u003eRetinol\u003c\/a\u003e with \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/bakuchiol\"\u003eBakuchiol\u003c\/a\u003e in one evening cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmile lines down 17% over seven weeks on PURITO's clinical testing*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrance-free; targeted or all-over evening use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetinol works, and the reason most people never find that out is that they stop before it does. The PURITO SEOUL Timeless Bloom Retinol Spot Cream carries Retinol at 1,000 ppm, which is 0.1%, with Bakuchiol sitting above it on the ingredient list so that a second firming active takes part of the load rather than the retinoid carrying all of it. PURITO SEOUL have formulated in Seoul since 2017, and they put this one through a clinical trial rather than leaving the claim at wrinkle care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetinol at 0.1% speeds turnover and prompts collagen:\u003c\/strong\u003e It converts to retinoic acid in the skin, accelerating cell turnover, stimulating the collagen-producing cells below and clearing the build-up of dead cells in the pore lining that makes pores look wider than they are. Lines, surface texture and pore size all shift on the same mechanism, and 0.1% is a real working dose that is still sensible to start on.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBakuchiol runs alongside the retinol rather than instead of it:\u003c\/strong\u003e It sits higher on the list than the Retinol does and reaches some of the same downstream pathways without being a retinoid, so it adds firming activity without adding to the irritation. That is the argument for pairing them: more total activity at a dose your skin will actually keep using.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe tested result is on expression lines:\u003c\/strong\u003e PURITO's clinical testing recorded smile lines down 17% and neck wrinkles down 14% across seven weeks of use.* Those are the two areas that moved most; the effect on crow's feet was smaller, and the brand publish that figure too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBehind those, hydrangea and adenosine hold the edges:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jeju-grown Hydrangea Macrophylla leaf extract sits eighth on the list and works on firmness by its own route, and Adenosine is the ingredient Korea's regulator recognises for wrinkle improvement. Hyaluronic Acid, Allantoin and Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate underneath them are what keep a retinoid evening comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cream rather than a serum, with enough body to sit at the moisturiser step of an evening routine on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retinol is a retinoid and raises sun sensitivity, so this is an evening cream your skin builds up to gradually rather than one you use at full frequency from the start. We don't recommend retinoids during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e All skin types with a gradual introduction, and oily and combination skin in particular, where the pore-refining side of Retinol earns the most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine lines and wrinkles, expression lines around the mouth and eyes, loss of firmness, enlarged pores, and uneven texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e People who have started a retinoid before and stopped over the dryness, and anyone who would rather have one evening cream than a serum and a moisturiser taking turns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this a cream for dark spots?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, and the name is the reason people ask. The word spot here means targeted application, on the lines you want to work on, rather than on pigmentation. There is no arbutin, niacinamide or vitamin C in the formula, and the clinical testing behind it measured wrinkle depth rather than tone. If pigmentation is the concern, PURITO's TXA 6 Niacinamide 10 Retinal Serum is the one built for that job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is peeling a sign the retinol is working?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Flaking is simply the outermost dead layer shedding faster than you are used to during the adjustment period, and it says nothing about whether collagen production has been stimulated in the layer beneath. Plenty of people see real results on this kind of formula without ever peeling, and visible irritation is a signal to slow down rather than proof of progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use a bakuchiol serum alongside this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, as a morning and evening split rather than layered together. Bakuchiol has no photosensitivity to work around, so it suits the daytime half of the routine, while this cream stays in the evening where the Retinol belongs. That gives you complementary coverage across the day instead of two actives duplicating each other after dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe useful question about a retinoid is not how strong it is, but whether you will still be using it in three months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-claims\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003e* PURITO clinical testing carried out at the Korea Institute of Dermatological Sciences between 30 October and 19 December 2023 on 21 adults aged 25 to 39: smile lines 16.55%, neck wrinkles 13.95%, lip wrinkles 9.62%, crow's feet 6.39%. Separate minimal-irritation testing on 34 adults and hypoallergenic HRIPT testing on 55 adults were both completed. Brand-commissioned testing at an independent institute rather than an independent trial; results vary between individuals.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore the \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/retinol\"\u003eretinol\u003c\/a\u003e collection, target \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/wrinkles-aging\"\u003ewrinkles \u0026amp; ageing\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/purito-seoul\"\u003ePURITO SEOUL\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PURITO SEOUL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50907452932430,"sku":"PRS11-C","price":18.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/PRS11-C.png?v=1778671449"},{"product_id":"medicube-zero-pore-blackhead-mud-mask","title":"Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoves blackheads and excess sebum with AHA, BHA, and PHA acids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClay mask with exfoliating acids and cooling, soothing effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for oily and combination skin, including sensitive types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackheads that refill within days of being cleared are a sebum problem rather than a cleansing one. The Medicube Zero Pore Blackhead Mud Mask treats them as exactly that, combining three exfoliating acids with three clays in one rinse-off step that cools instead of stinging. Medicube, the South Korean brand, makes narrow, single-purpose products, and this one does nothing but pore care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree acids work at three different depths:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glycolic acid loosens the bonds between dead cells at the surface, salicylic acid is oil-soluble so it travels into a sebum-filled pore, and gluconolactone exfoliates through a larger, slower molecule that stops the blend from biting. Blackheads and rough texture come away in the same step rather than needing two separate products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne use empties 98% of what is sitting in the pore:\u003c\/strong\u003e That is the figure from Medicube's own testing,* with surface oil down by half over the same wash. It describes one session rather than a course of them, which is the honest frame for a rinse-off mask.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClay does the part the acids cannot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kaolin, bentonite and Canadian colloidal clay bind excess sebum and draw it up out of the pore, which is a different action from dissolving the plug that sits inside it. Pores read emptier afterwards and the shine across the nose and forehead drops noticeably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoothing runs in parallel, not afterwards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allantoin and green tea extract calm the irritation that exfoliation and oil absorption would otherwise leave behind, while the cooling effect brings down temporary redness as the mask sits. Skin comes away clearer without looking raw or flushed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt spreads as a smooth, dense clay rather than a stiff paste, and the cooling is obvious within a few seconds of it going on. It rinses off with water and leaves no film behind. Skin reads matte across the nose and chin where the oil has come out, and looks calmer rather than tighter, which is the allantoin and green tea earning their place in the formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination and normal skin, including easily irritated skin, since the formula is dermatologist-tested and hypoallergenic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackheads, excess oil, congested or visibly enlarged pores and uneven surface texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e People whose nose and chin fill back up within a week of a proper extraction will get further with this than with another cleanser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from a plain clay mask?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Clay binds and absorbs the oil sitting at the surface and in the top of the pore, which is why a clay-only mask leaves skin matte but does little to the plug underneath. This one puts glycolic, salicylic and gluconolactone acids into a base of kaolin, bentonite and Canadian colloidal clay, so the plug is loosened at the same time the loose oil is drawn off, which is why blackheads shift rather than simply looking drier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will clearing my blackheads make my pores smaller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, and it is worth knowing why. Pore size is set largely by genetics and by how much oil the gland below produces, and a pore has no muscle to close it; what changes is how full and how dark it looks, because an empty pore reflects light instead of holding a shadow. That is a real visible difference, but it is an appearance change rather than a structural one, and it reverses if the oil is left to build back up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use this alongside my other exfoliating products?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Count it as a full exfoliating step rather than an extra one. It carries both AHA and BHA exfoliation, so stacking it with an acid toner, a scrub or a retinoid on the same day risks over-exfoliation, and on its own day it already covers surface, pore and gentle exfoliation at once, which is what those separate products were splitting between them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackheads are the visible end of something that started a fortnight earlier, which is why a mask that manages oil outlasts one that only lifts what has already surfaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-claims\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003e* Medicube self-test report, measured immediately after one use: waste within pores −98.4%, sebum and oil −53.47%, blackheads and whiteheads −14.77%, instant skin temperature −20.77°F, outer moisture +3%. Brand-run testing rather than an independent trial; participant count not published. Results vary between individuals.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/masks-and-peels\"\u003emasks and peels\u003c\/a\u003e, see the \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/pores-blackheads\"\u003ePores \u0026amp; Blackheads\u003c\/a\u003e collection, or explore more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/medicube\"\u003eMedicube\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medicube","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52749715276110,"sku":"MECUP08-PK","price":13.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/MECUP08-PK.png?v=1778671450"},{"product_id":"medicube-collagen-jelly-cream","title":"Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight jelly cream for a plump, glass-skin glow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-molecular collagen with niacinamide and squalane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydrates dry to combination skin without greasiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWanting plumper skin and hating the feel of a rich cream is a common enough pairing, and this jelly is a format answer to it rather than an ingredient one. The Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream carries freeze-dried hydrolysed collagen at a low molecular weight, squalane and Niacinamide in a gel that goes on like water and behaves like a moisturiser once it is in. Medicube is South Korean, and the glass-skin finish this leaves is the house signature rather than a happy accident.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFreeze-dried collagen fragments hold water in the upper layers of the skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydrolysed collagen and elastin are cut small enough to spread past the very surface, and there they bind water where the skin's own moisture sits, which is what produces the plumped rather than flat look. That is the honest description of what topical collagen does; it works on water at the surface, and it does not reach the dermis where your own collagen is made and lost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydration here is a two-part job, and squalane does the half hyaluronic acid cannot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyaluronic acid pulls water into the upper layers, and squalane, which is close in structure to the skin's own oils, seals the surface so that water stays put. Every participant in Medicube's 24-hour consumer study reported better radiance, texture and moisture retention.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhile the collagen works on bounce, Niacinamide quietly evens out tone:\u003c\/strong\u003e It limits how much melanin reaches the surface, which softens the look of dark marks over a few weeks, and it reinforces the barrier at the same time. On combination skin it is also the ingredient keeping midday oil in check.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt goes on as a cool jelly and turns to water almost immediately, leaving a smooth, luminous surface rather than a matte one. That finish is the glass-skin look people buy it for, and it sits under sunscreen and makeup without rolling or dragging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry through to combination and oily skin, including skin that irritates easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loss of firmness, dehydration, dullness and uneven tone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e If bounce is what you want and richness is what your skin refuses, this is the version of that trade you can wear every day of the year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from a rich collagen cream?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A rich collagen cream leans on butters and heavier oils to seal moisture in, which suits genuinely dry skin and feels like far too much on anything oilier. The Medicube Collagen Jelly Cream uses squalane and hyaluronic acid in a gel base instead, so combination and oily skin get the same water-binding collagen and the same plumped finish without the weight. In deep winter, very dry skin will still get more out of the richer format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can a texture this light really hydrate dry skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, because hydration comes from what is dissolved in a formula rather than how thick it feels. This jelly carries hyaluronic acid to draw water in and squalane to seal it, which covers both halves of the job on dry to combination skin. What a light texture genuinely gives up is insulation, so skin that is dry and exposed to cold wind all day will want something heavier over the top at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where does it sit in a routine, and can I use it with actives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It is the moisturiser step, going on after cleansing, toner and any serums, with sunscreen as the last thing in the morning. The formula is low-irritation and dermatologist-tested, and it contains nothing that competes with a retinoid or an acid used earlier in the routine. On its own it is a complete moisturising step for combination and oily skin; drier skin has the option of laying it over a hydrating serum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCome for the collagen if you like, but what you will actually notice is that a firming step has stopped being something you plan your morning around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-claims\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003e* Medicube 24-hour consumer use study: 100% of participants reported an improvement in radiance, in texture and in 24-hour moisture retention. Self-reported within a brand-run study rather than an independent trial; participant count not published. Results vary between individuals.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/collagen\"\u003ecollagen\u003c\/a\u003e formulas, browse \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/moisturisers\"\u003emoisturisers\u003c\/a\u003e, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/medicube\"\u003eMedicube\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Medicube","offers":[{"title":"110ml","offer_id":52749715800398,"sku":"MECUS10-CG","price":21.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":52749715833166,"sku":"MECUS10-CG50","price":15.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/MECUS10-CG.png?v=1778671450"},{"product_id":"skin1004-madagascar-centella-hyalu-cica-water-fit-sun-serum-spf50","title":"SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum SPF50+","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPF50+ PA++++ built on a Madagascar Centella base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-weight Hyaluronic Acid for hydration under daily SPF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerum-weight and clear on every skin tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUV exposure sets off an inflammatory response that a filter cannot switch off, only reduce. SKIN1004 builds this SPF50+ PA++++ on the Madagascar Centella that runs through its whole range, so the step that blocks the exposure also calms what still gets through, with multi-weight Hyaluronic Acid keeping the skin hydrated underneath. The Seoul brand has been making the same argument since 2013: Centella belongs at every step, not one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhotostable filters hold SPF50+ PA++++ through the day.\u003c\/strong\u003e They keep their UV-absorbing capacity in sunlight instead of degrading, so the protection you apply in the morning is close to the protection you still have at three in the afternoon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMadecassoside and Asiaticoside calm what UV sets off.\u003c\/strong\u003e These are the isolated Centella compounds carrying most of its anti-inflammatory activity, working on the redness and irritation that filters prevent only partially.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulti-weight Hyaluronic Acid holds water at several depths.\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger molecules plump the surface immediately while smaller ones reach further down, offsetting the dehydration that comes with wearing and removing sunscreen daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA true serum weight that absorbs almost instantly to a near-invisible finish with no cast on any depth of skin. It layers under makeup without pilling and leaves no tackiness behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination, sensitive, breakout-prone, redness-prone, and normal skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daily UV protection, redness and reactivity, dehydration under daily SPF, and skin that reacts to conventional sunscreen formulas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skin that goes pink in the sun even when it does not burn, and anyone who already uses Centella elsewhere and wants it in the one step they never skip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does this compare to using a Centella ampoule and a separate sunscreen?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: You get the calming activity in the same layer as the protection, which means one step instead of two and no pilling risk between them. A dedicated ampoule will carry a higher Centella concentration, so if calming is your primary concern rather than a bonus, the two together still make sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can it replace my morning moisturiser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: On oily and combination skin, usually yes, since the Hyaluronic Acid carries enough hydration for most mornings. Dry skin is more comfortable with a moisturiser underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does a serum texture mean weaker protection?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Protection comes from the filter system rather than the thickness of the base, and this carries the highest available UVB and UVA ratings. What a light texture does affect is how much you apply, and a thin layer of any sunscreen delivers less than the label suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe most useful thing a sunscreen can do beyond blocking UV is deal with what the UV still manages to start.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/sunscreens\"\u003esunscreens\u003c\/a\u003e, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/skin1004\"\u003eSKIN1004\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SKIN1004","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52749812859214,"sku":"S1004SM01-HE","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/S1004SM01-HE.png?v=1778671450"},{"product_id":"airy-fit-sheet-mask","title":"MISSHA Airy Fit Sheet Mask","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight sheet mask for hydration and radiance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHyaluronic acid and ceramides with brightening botanicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor all skin types, including sensitive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTired, flat-looking skin responds to water faster than to anything else, which is what makes ten minutes under a sheet worth the trouble. The MISSHA Airy Fit Sheet Mask carries hyaluronic acid, ceramides and brightening botanicals on a sheet thin enough to sit flush against the face instead of sliding off the curve of the nose. MISSHA is a long-established South Korean brand, and this is exactly the sort of unfussy, well-judged basic that kind of reputation is built on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyaluronic Acid pulls water in and ceramides stop it leaving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyaluronic acid binds water in the upper layers of the skin, and ceramides restore the lipids between skin cells that decide how fast that water escapes again. Together they take a tight, dehydrated complexion back to comfortable in one sitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree botanicals go after the dullness rather than the dryness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Licorice root extract inhibits tyrosinase, the enzyme that starts melanin production, while rice and pearl extracts work on the surface flatness that reads as tiredness. Ten minutes will not shift a dark spot, but it visibly lifts a complexion that has gone grey around the edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReactive skin gets Allantoin and Beta-Glucan alongside the rest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allantoin softens and settles irritated skin, and beta-glucan is a large sugar molecule that holds water against the surface while calming visible redness. That pairing is why this sits comfortably on skin that reacts to most masks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet is light and thin enough to follow the jaw and the sides of the nose without lifting away, and the essence is fluid rather than gluey. Skin is left damp and cushioned rather than tacky once the sheet comes off, so nothing has to be waited out before the next step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e All skin types, including sensitive, dry, normal, combination and oily skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dehydration and tightness, dullness, flat or tired-looking skin, and redness or sensitivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Travellers, night-shift workers and anyone facing an early start with a dull, tight face get the most out of a mask this quick and this gentle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What does a sheet mask do that a serum and a moisturiser cannot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Less than the marketing suggests, and that is fine. The sheet holds a large volume of essence against the skin for ten uninterrupted minutes, which saturates the upper layers faster than a serum that absorbs in thirty seconds. What it does not do is last longer, because a sheet mask is a same-day effect; the ceramides in the MISSHA Airy Fit Sheet Mask are the part that carries anything into tomorrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does leaving a sheet mask on for longer hydrate more deeply?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, and past a point it works against you. Once the sheet starts to dry out, evaporation reverses direction and the drying sheet draws water back off the skin it has just hydrated. A sheet mask does its work while it is still wet, which is why ten minutes is the standard rather than the minimum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How often can I use one, and where does it go in a routine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Hydration is not an irritant, so there is no build-up limit the way there is with an acid or a retinoid, and this one is mild enough for several times a week. It goes on after cleansing and toner, with serum and moisturiser afterwards to hold the hydration in, and sunscreen last in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHalf the point of a sheet mask is the ten minutes you have to sit still for it, and nobody prints that on the packet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/sensitive-skin\"\u003esensitive skin collection\u003c\/a\u003e for daily soothing and hydrating treatments to pair with this mask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/sensitive-skin\"\u003eSensitive skin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/dry-skin\"\u003eDry skin\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/missha\"\u003eMore from MISSHA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"MISSHA","offers":[{"title":"Pearl","offer_id":54815688720718,"sku":"MP94-MPE","price":1.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Honey","offer_id":54815688687950,"sku":"MP94-MH","price":1.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pomegranate","offer_id":54815688753486,"sku":"MP94-MP","price":1.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red Ginseng","offer_id":54815688786254,"sku":"MP94-MRG","price":1.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rice","offer_id":54815688819022,"sku":"MP94-MR","price":1.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tea Tree","offer_id":54815688851790,"sku":"MP94-MT","price":1.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/MP94-MPE.png?v=1778671450"},{"product_id":"heimish-matcha-biome-hydrogel-eye-patch","title":"Heimish Matcha Biome Hydrogel Eye Patch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntioxidant and barrier-repair eye patches with 1% \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/green-tea\"\u003eMatcha\u003c\/a\u003e and Ceramide NP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLactobacillus Ferment supports the skin's microbiome around the eye with each use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 patches per pack; suits all skin types including reactive and sensitive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe eye area takes more mechanical handling than anywhere else on your face, and a barrier rubbed, cleansed and stripped every night eventually stops holding. The Heimish Matcha Biome Hydrogel Eye Patch is built for that specific problem, with Camellia Sinensis leaf extract at 1% for antioxidant cover, Ceramide NP for the lipid barrier itself, and a Lactobacillus ferment for the microbes living on top of it. Heimish formulates in Seoul, and this is the version of its hydrogel patch made for skin that reacts rather than skin chasing brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe antioxidant load comes from \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/green-tea\"\u003eMatcha\u003c\/a\u003e, at 1%:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matcha is stone-ground whole Camellia Sinensis leaf, and at 1% it brings EGCG polyphenols that neutralise the free radicals daylight and pollution generate in skin with very little depth to absorb them. It is the part of the formula acting on why the eye area shows environmental damage before the rest of the face does.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeramide NP rebuilds the barrier this area loses nightly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceramide NP reinforces the skin's lipid barrier, replacing the lipids that eye makeup removal, cleansing and rubbing strip out night after night. A barrier that holds is a lid that stops stinging every time you put something on it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA postbiotic works on the surface population rather than the skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lactobacillus Ferment at 0.2% is a postbiotic, acting on the balance of bacteria living on the skin rather than on skin cells themselves. The evidence for postbiotics is moderate rather than settled, and the thinking behind including one here is that a steadier surface population makes reactive skin quicker to calm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyaluronic Acid plumps on the day, Adenosine over the weeks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyaluronic Acid binds water at the surface so dehydration lines read shallower as soon as the patch is off, and Adenosine stimulates the skin's collagen-producing cells for fine lines at the outer corner. The first change shows the same morning, the second at around four to six weeks of regular use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydrogel clings rather than rests, so the patch keeps its seal at the outer corner instead of curling away from it. They go on cold from the jar, which is the fastest relief there is for a lid that feels hot and tight. A slick of essence stays behind when they come off, and on this formula it sinks in within a minute or two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reactive and sensitive skin first, and also dry, normal, combination and oily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stinging and tightness around the eye, a barrier worn down by daily eye makeup removal, environmental and pollution stress, puffiness, dehydration and fine lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e If brightening eye patches have left your lids tight, itchy or pink, this is the version built for that skin, since nothing in it is working on pigment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from the Heimish Bulgarian Rose Hydrogel Eye Patch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Both come sixty patches to a jar, and both carry Hyaluronic Acid and Adenosine for hydration and fine lines. The difference is what sits on top of that shared base. The Bulgarian Rose patch is built on rose water and Niacinamide and aimed at brightening and the pigmented kind of dark circle. The Matcha Biome patch is built on 1% Matcha, Ceramide NP and Lactobacillus Ferment, and aimed at antioxidant cover and barrier repair for skin around the eye that stings, reacts, or has been worn down by nightly makeup removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is matcha just green tea extract with a different name on it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Not quite. Matcha is the whole Camellia Sinensis leaf, stone-ground, so it retains more of the intact EGCG polyphenols than an extract made by steeping leaves and discarding them. At 1%, the EGCG content in these patches is at a level where the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity registers on the skin rather than simply appearing on the ingredient list.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use these if I use retinol or acids elsewhere on my face?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, and this is the eye product to reach for on the evenings after you have. There is no retinoid and no acid in these patches, so nothing in the formula competes with what you use elsewhere, and the ceramide and matcha side of it does the kind of repair a strong active night calls for. Barrier repair accumulates, so the change comes from a regular habit rather than from one session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost everything sold for the eye area is trying to change how it looks, and this one is trying to change what it can withstand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShop our \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/dark-circle\"\u003edark circle\u003c\/a\u003e edit, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/heimish\"\u003eHeimish\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Heimish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55157185839438,"sku":"HMS20-PATCH","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/HMS20-PATCH.png?v=1778671451"},{"product_id":"some-by-mi-cica-peptide-anti-hair-loss-derma-scalp-tonic","title":"SOME BY MI Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Derma Scalp Tonic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave-in scalp tonic for a fresher, fuller-feeling scalp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBHA and Cica with an 11-peptide complex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor oily, congested scalps, used daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn oily scalp that itches and flakes by the afternoon needs the same three things facial skin needs: clearing, calming and conditioning. The SOME BY MI Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Derma Scalp Tonic runs salicylic acid over the scalp to clear build-up, four Centella derivatives to settle the irritation an acid on the scalp brings with it, and an 11-peptide complex with Panthenol at the root area. SOME BY MI made its name on Centella and acid formulas for the face, and this is that South Korean thinking moved a few centimetres north.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalicylic acid clears the follicle openings, not the hair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Being oil-soluble, it works down into the mix of sebum, dead skin and product residue that collects around each follicle and that surface cleansing leaves in place. A scalp cleared this way stays fresher between washes, and flakes made of that residue go with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour Centella derivatives take on irritation, which is a separate problem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Madecassoside and asiaticoside calm redness and itch and reinforce the scalp's own barrier, and barrier repair is a distinct mechanism from exfoliation or oil control rather than a by-product of them. That combination matters, because acid on an already irritated scalp with nothing to settle it is how people give up on scalp care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConditioning the root area is where the peptides sit:\u003c\/strong\u003e An 11-peptide complex with biotin and Panthenol conditions the scalp skin and the emerging hair shaft; Panthenol's water-binding and conditioning effect is well evidenced, and the research behind peptide complexes for hair density is younger, resting mostly on small manufacturer studies. Roots look fuller because they are cleaner and better conditioned, not because more hair is growing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is water-thin and sinks into the scalp on contact, leaving no film to comb through and nothing that needs rinsing out. Menthol and mint extracts give a sharp cold sensation for a minute or so, which on an itchy scalp is most of the immediate appeal. Dry hair keeps its movement afterwards and the roots do not go tacky, so it does not interfere with whatever happens to the hair next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"Anti hair loss\" in the product name is a Korean cosmetic category label, and what this tonic works on is the scalp environment and the look of the roots rather than the biology of hair growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine to medium hair, straight to wavy, on oily or combination scalps, including colour-treated hair since the tonic works at the scalp rather than on the lengths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excess oil, build-up, flaking from residue, itching and discomfort, and roots that look flat and thin at the parting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e A careful skincare routine paired with no scalp routine at all is the most common pattern here, and it is the one that notices the biggest change from a tonic like this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from a scalp scrub or an exfoliating shampoo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A scrub exfoliates physically, with particles that work on the surface for as long as you are scrubbing, and an exfoliating shampoo puts its acid on the scalp for the two or three minutes before it is rinsed. The SOME BY MI Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Derma Scalp Tonic is a leave-in, so the salicylic acid stays on the scalp between washes and the Centella and peptides stay with it, which is why it addresses irritation and conditioning as well as build-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it stop hair loss or regrow hair?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. A cosmetic scalp tonic does not act on the hormonal or genetic drivers of pattern hair loss, and nothing in this bottle changes how many follicles are producing hair. What it does is clear the build-up and settle the irritation that leave a scalp uncomfortable and roots looking flat, which is worth doing on its own terms; genuine thinning is treated with medicines rather than cosmetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use it daily, and does it clash with other scalp or face acids?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Daily use is the intention, and salicylic acid at scalp-tonic strength is not competing with the acids you use on your face. The place to be careful is doubling exfoliants on the scalp itself: if your shampoo already contains a BHA, alternate them rather than stacking them, and give a scalp that feels tight or sore a few days off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat the scalp as skin and the odd thing you notice first is not fuller roots but how rarely you think about your scalp at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-loss-scalp-care\"\u003escalp care collection\u003c\/a\u003e for complementary treatments to support your roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-loss-scalp-care\"\u003eHair loss \u0026amp; scalp care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-care\"\u003eHair care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/some-by-mi\"\u003eMore from SOME BY MI\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"SOME BY MI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55164416950606,"sku":"SBMHS22-HT","price":17.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/SBMHS22-HT.png?v=1778671451"},{"product_id":"some-by-mi-cica-peptide-anti-hair-loss-derma-scalp-treatment","title":"SOME BY MI Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Derma Scalp Treatment","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse-off scalp treatment that soothes and detangles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCica and peptides with conditioning plant proteins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor congested scalps and weak, tangle-prone hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragile, tangle-prone hair and an uncomfortable scalp are two different problems, and this is formulated to be used on both at once. The SOME BY MI Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Derma Scalp Treatment calms the scalp with Centella's madecassoside and asiaticoside while hydrolysed plant proteins and conditioning agents smooth the cuticle along the length. SOME BY MI built its name in South Korea on Centella and peptide formulation for skin, which is why its scalp product reads more like a skincare formula than a hair one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCentella settles an irritated scalp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Madecassoside and asiaticoside, the two compounds that carry most of Centella's activity, reduce irritation at skin level and reinforce the scalp's barrier lipids. A scalp that is not tight, stinging or flaking after washing is a better place for hair to be growing out of.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickening happens strand by strand, not follicle by follicle:\u003c\/strong\u003e An eleven-peptide complex with hydrolysed corn, soy and wheat proteins deposits along the fibre, and hydrolysed wheat protein is small enough to sit inside it rather than only on the surface. That builds out the individual strand, which reads as density, and it is cosmetic conditioning rather than anything happening at the follicle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair slides through a comb instead of catching:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conditioning agents flatten the cuticle so strands pass each other without snagging, and friction at the comb is where weakened hair loses length fastest. Fewer strands broken mid-shaft means more length kept, which looks like fullness long before anything at the root would.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you feel is menthol, not a mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cooling comes from menthol and peppermint registering on nerve endings in the scalp, and it does not regulate sebum, act against microbes or reach the follicle. It leaves the scalp feeling clean and awake, and it is worth knowing the sensation and the effect are separate things.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a rinse-off cream, thinner than a hair mask and closer to a rich conditioner, and it spreads over the scalp without the drag a mask gives you. Wet hair turns slippery almost immediately and it rinses out completely, leaving none of the film that flattens fine hair. Dried, there is no added weight anywhere along the length, and the scalp holds a cool, clean feeling for a while afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The menthol and peppermint give a strong cold hit, which a scalp that is already sore or broken will feel sharply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, medium and coarse hair across straight, wavy and curly patterns, on scalps that run normal, oily or combination. Weakened, easily tangled hair gets the most out of it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scalp discomfort and tightness, tangling, breakage from brushing, dullness, and hair that looks thinner than it used to.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragile hair that comes away on the brush rather than at the root, on a scalp that never quite feels settled, is the combination this was made for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from a regular conditioner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A regular conditioner is formulated for the lengths and is meant to be kept off the roots. The SOME BY MI Cica Peptide Anti Hair Loss Derma Scalp Treatment does the length work with hydrolysed corn, soy and wheat proteins and conditioning agents, then adds Centella and an eleven-peptide complex aimed at the scalp itself. That is the whole design difference: it treats the scalp as skin worth conditioning rather than as the bit you avoid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will this stop hair loss or regrow hair?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, and it is worth being precise about why. It is a cosmetic product: it soothes the scalp, deposits protein along the fibre and cuts the friction that snaps fragile strands, so less hair breaks off and what stays looks denser. Hair loss originating at the follicle, whether hormonal, nutritional or medical, is not addressed by anything applied and rinsed off in the shower. If your hair is breaking mid-length, this will change what you see; if your parting is widening, it will improve how that hair looks without touching the cause.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it go on the scalp, the lengths, or both, and does it replace a conditioner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Both, which is what separates it from a conditioner you keep away from the roots. It works as a complete conditioning step on its own for fine to medium hair. Coarse, very dry or bleached lengths will want a richer moisture treatment as well, because this formula's conditioning load is pitched at fragile hair rather than at thick, porous hair that drinks everything you give it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe quiet claim inside a product like this is not that it grows hair, but that it stops you losing the hair you already grew to the brush and the shower drain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with the matching tonic and explore the \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-loss-scalp-care\"\u003escalp care collection\u003c\/a\u003e for a complete scalp-first hair routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-loss-scalp-care\"\u003eHair loss \u0026amp; scalp care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-care\"\u003eHair care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/some-by-mi\"\u003eMore from SOME BY MI\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"SOME BY MI","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55164417212750,"sku":"SBMHS22-TT","price":9.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/SBMHS22-TT.png?v=1778671451"},{"product_id":"vivelab-revive-therapy-hair-scalp-brow-ampoule","title":"ViveLab Revive Therapy  Hair Scalp \u0026 Brow Ampoule","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave-in ampoule thin enough for scalp, hairline and brows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosemary and a multi-peptide complex over clarifying salicylic acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShedding down 62.6% and density up 53.5% over four weeks on ViveLab's own testing*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA scalp ampoule thin enough to put on a brow is an unusual piece of design, and it is the reason this one covers three areas rather than one. The ViveLab Revive Therapy Hair Scalp \u0026amp; Brow Ampoule is a light leave-in built on rosemary and a multi-peptide complex, with salicylic acid clearing the follicle openings before either arrives. ViveLab is a South Korean brand working narrowly on targeted scalp care, which is why the brow application is a design decision rather than an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSalicylic acid works inside the follicle opening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salicylic acid is oil-soluble, so it acts within the opening rather than on the skin around it, lifting the sebum and product build-up that collects there. Clearing that opening is the baseline condition for anything else applied to the scalp to reach the root at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRosemary and copper peptides are the two the brand leads on:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosemary extract is the ingredient with the most interesting hair literature behind it of anything in the bottle, and it sits alongside myristoyl pentapeptide-4, copper tripeptide-1 and a copper polypeptide. Peptide evidence in hair is moderate rather than settled: the cosmetic effect on how hair looks is real, while the case for altering what the follicle does has not been made.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat the brand measured was shedding and density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four weeks of daily use recorded shedding down 62.6%, density up 53.5% and new hair root volume up 18.2% on a panel of twenty-two.* Shedding and density are different measurements from regrowth, so read those as hair staying put and looking fuller rather than as new hair appearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComfort and barrier repair get their own actives:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panthenol draws water into the outer layer of the scalp and calms it, glycerin holds that water in place, and green tea, Centella, houttuynia and ginseng bring down the irritation a build-up-prone scalp carries. Scalp barrier repair is a separate job from clearing a follicle and a separate one again from conditioning hair, and this formula treats it that way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt comes out as a thin, watery liquid rather than a serum, and it disappears in under a minute as the alcohol flashes off. There is a sharp cooling hit from the menthol on contact and no residue afterwards, so hair falls normally instead of sitting in sections. Nothing gets rinsed out and there is no weight at the roots at all, which is what makes it workable on a hairline you are about to style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The menthol and alcohol give it a cold, fast-drying finish that a scalp already sore or flaking will feel strongly. It also carries geranium and rosemary oils with geraniol, linalool and citronellol declared, so it is a scented product rather than a neutral one, and worth care around the brows and eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine and medium hair most obviously, though the weightless texture rules nothing out for coarse, curly or coily hair; scalps that run normal, dry, combination or oily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it works on:\u003c\/strong\u003e Density at the parting and hairline, brow density, scalp build-up and flaking, and general scalp comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e People currently running a scalp product and a brow product as two separate steps will find this collapses them into one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from a standard scalp tonic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The difference is what it does besides cooling. Salicylic acid is oil-soluble and clears sebum and build-up from inside the follicle opening, panthenol and the botanical blend calm the scalp barrier itself, and rosemary and the peptide complex condition the root area. Those are three distinct mechanisms rather than one, and the liquid is thin enough to go on a brow, which a scalp product is rarely designed to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it regrow hair?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. It is a cosmetic scalp and brow ampoule, not a medicine, and it contains nothing acting on the hormonal pathway behind pattern hair loss. What ViveLab's four-week testing measured was shedding, density and root volume,* which are measurements of hair staying put and looking fuller rather than of new hair appearing. It is also brand-commissioned testing on twenty-two people rather than independent published research, which is worth holding in mind alongside the numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can it be layered with other scalp products?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, and it is a complete leave-in used on its own. If you also use a scalp shampoo built around an antimicrobial or a sebum-regulating active, the two address different things and sit together without conflict, since a shampoo works during the wash and rinses away while this stays on between washes. Anything with weight, an oil, a cream or a styling product, goes over the top of it rather than under.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrows are just scalp hair that happens to live somewhere more visible, which is an odd thing to realise you had been leaving out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-claims\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003e* ViveLab four-week clinical test on 22 subjects using the ampoule daily, published by the brand on this product: hair shedding reduced 62.6%, hair density improved 53.5%, new hair root volume improved 18.2%. ViveLab refer to the product as the Intense Thickening Scalp Ampoule in the test write-up. Brand-commissioned testing rather than an independent trial, and the testing body is not named; results vary between individuals.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-loss-scalp-care\"\u003ehair loss \u0026amp; scalp care\u003c\/a\u003e, browse all \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-care\"\u003ehair care\u003c\/a\u003e, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/vivelab\"\u003eViveLab\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ViveLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55164418261326,"sku":"VLHS01-S","price":17.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/VLHS01-S.png?v=1778671450"},{"product_id":"vivelab-scalp-spioxyl-react-shot-400","title":"ViveLab Scalp Spioxyl React Shot 400","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e220,000 dissolving microneedles carrying \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/caffeine\"\u003ecaffeine\u003c\/a\u003e, six peptides and 4,000 ppm hyaluronic acid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShedding down 63% over four weeks on ViveLab's own testing*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeightless daily leave-in that dries in under a minute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnything you put on a scalp has to get past the outer layer of skin before its contents matter, and that is where the ViveLab Scalp Spioxyl React Shot 400 puts its engineering. The brand claims 220,000 dissolving bio-microneedles, finer than a scalp pore, that briefly break that surface and melt, taking the actives down with them. ViveLab is a South Korean brand working specifically on scalp delivery, and this is the clearest expression of that focus in its range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGetting past the surface is the whole design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The microneedles dissolve on contact, releasing what they carry below the outer layer rather than on top of it. Pullulan and dextrin sit in the formula, which is how a dissolving microneedle is built, rather than the mineral sponge spicules some scalp products use. Dissolving microneedle delivery is well studied as a route through skin in general; its use in a scalp leave-in is newer, and ViveLab's own figure for it is 530% deeper absorption.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaffeine sits third on the ingredient list:\u003c\/strong\u003e That is unusually high for an active in a leave-in, and caffeine is the ingredient here with the closest link to why hair thins rather than to how it looks. It reaches the follicle and counters the effect of DHT on the hair shaft in laboratory work, though the evidence for topical caffeine in people is reasonable rather than settled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSix peptides and two sulphur amino acids condition what is already growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tripeptide-1, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4, acetyl hexapeptide-8, myristoyl pentapeptide-4, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-1 and acetyl tetrapeptide-3 deposit around the root and along the emerging fibre. Methionine and cysteine sit with them, and those two are the sulphur-bearing amino acids keratin is actually built from, which is a more direct contribution than most conditioning ingredients make.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydration and scalp comfort get their own actives:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydrolysed hyaluronic acid at 4,000 ppm holds water at the scalp surface, with niacinamide, licorice-derived glycyrrhizate, barley ferment filtrate, hydrolysed silk and broccoli extract behind it. That is barrier condition rather than follicle activity, and the formula makes no antimicrobial or sebum-regulating claim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt goes on as a thin, almost weightless liquid with a very faint grittiness that disappears as the microneedles dissolve. It absorbs in well under a minute and leaves nothing behind: no tackiness at the roots, no shine, nothing to wash out. Hair falls and styles exactly as it would with nothing on it, which is what makes a daily leave-in at the crown practical at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The faint scratchy feeling on contact is the microneedles doing what they are built to do, and it settles within about a minute. The formula runs on ethanol with menthol and a cooling agent alongside it, so it lands cold and dries fast, and a scalp that is already sore will feel that. It is also fragranced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine and medium hair, where density at the crown shows soonest, though the weightless texture rules out nothing for coarse, curly or coily hair; scalps that run normal, oily or combination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it works on:\u003c\/strong\u003e Density at the crown, parting and hairline, the condition of hair at the root, and general scalp comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Someone who wants a daily scalp step that disappears into the rest of their routine rather than adding a wash-out stage to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from a normal liquid scalp tonic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A liquid applied to the scalp has to diffuse through the outer layer of skin, which is precisely what that layer exists to prevent, and a proportion of it evaporates or comes off on a pillow before it goes anywhere. The microneedles bypass that step physically, breaking the surface and dissolving to release the actives underneath it. The actives themselves are not unusual; the route in is what this ampoule is offering, and it is fair to judge it on that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What do the four-week figures actually show?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Shedding down 62.8%, daily shed strands falling from 129 to 47, and VEGF up 187%, on twenty-three people over four weeks.* Shedding is a measurement of hair staying put rather than of new hair arriving, and VEGF is a signalling marker associated with follicle blood supply rather than a count of anything you can see in a mirror. It is brand-commissioned testing on a small panel, so treat it as encouraging rather than conclusive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use it alongside a scalp shampoo or another leave-in?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, and it works as a complete leave-in on its own. A scalp shampoo regulating sebum or targeting flaking does its work during the wash and rinses away, whereas this stays on between washes and is about what reaches the root, so the two do not overlap. Layering follows the usual thin-before-thick logic, with this going on before any oil, cream or styling product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery scalp product rests on whether anything you apply ever gets past the skin, and this one treats that as the problem to solve rather than a detail to design around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-claims\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003e* ViveLab four-week clinical test on 23 subjects, published by the brand: hair shedding reduced 62.8%, daily shed strands down from 129 to 47, VEGF increased 187%. A separate absorption figure of 530% deeper is published without a timeframe or panel size. Hydrolysed hyaluronic acid is declared at 4,005.99 ppm and the barley ferment filtrate at 104.01 ppm. ViveLab's marketing names biotin among the actives, but it does not appear on the brand's own ingredient list, so we have written this page from the list rather than the box. Brand-commissioned testing rather than an independent trial, and the testing body is not named; results vary between individuals.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-loss-scalp-care\"\u003ehair loss \u0026amp; scalp care\u003c\/a\u003e, browse all \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-care\"\u003ehair care\u003c\/a\u003e, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/vivelab\"\u003eViveLab\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ViveLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55164419014990,"sku":"VLHS05-S400","price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/VLHS05-S400.png?v=1778671451"},{"product_id":"isntree-hyaluronic-acid-moist-cream","title":"ISNTREE Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich daily moisturiser with ten \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hyaluronic-acid\"\u003eHyaluronic Acid\u003c\/a\u003e types for dry skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCeramide NP, Squalane, and Shea Butter repair and reinforce the barrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrance-free, dermatologist-tested, suits dry to combination skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin that drinks a moisturiser and feels tight again by lunchtime is not short of water so much as short of the lipids that keep it in. The ISNTREE Hyaluronic Acid Moist Cream answers both halves at once, running ten molecular weights of Hyaluronic Acid against a barrier complex of Ceramide NP at 0.5%, Squalane and Shea Butter. ISNTREE has built its Seoul range since 2014 on putting one active at a high concentration at the centre of each formula, and this cream is the fullest expression of that idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTen molecular weights of Hyaluronic Acid spread hydration through the layers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hyaluronic Acid binds water, and the size of the molecule decides where it does it, with the large fractions holding water as a film at the surface and the smaller ones carrying it into the layers below. Ten weights across that range means the hydration is distributed rather than stacked on top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAt 0.5%, Ceramide NP rebuilds the structure that lets water escape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceramide NP is identical to a lipid your skin already makes, and it slots back into the barrier to cut moisture loss at source. That is the difference between a cream that hydrates for an afternoon and one that changes how dry your skin is in a fortnight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhere the ceramide rebuilds, Squalane and Shea Butter seal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Squalane is close to the skin's own oil and sinks in without shine, while Shea Butter forms the richer, sealing layer over the top. Between them they hold down the water the Hyaluronic Acid has drawn in, which is why the improvement accumulates instead of resetting every morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a proper cream, thick in the jar and unhurried on the skin, staying faintly cushioned rather than vanishing on contact. Dry skin reads that as comfort. It layers under sunscreen without trouble, though it wants a couple of minutes to settle first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The richness suits dry, very dry and mature skin, and an oily T-zone will find it heavier than it wants in the daytime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry, very dry, normal and mature skin, plus combination skin that skews dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chronic dryness, dehydration, tightness, a barrier that has stopped holding water, fine lines and loss of elasticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Someone who has worked through a shelf of light gel moisturisers and still wakes up tight will find this the first one that holds overnight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from the ISNTREE Hyaluronic Acid Aqua Gel Cream?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Moist Cream is the richer of the two. It uses ten types of Hyaluronic Acid where the Aqua Gel Cream uses five, and it adds Ceramide NP at 0.5%, Squalane and Shea Butter for a barrier repair and moisture-retention profile the gel does not carry. Choose the Aqua Gel Cream for oily and combination skin, and the Moist Cream for dry, very dry and mature skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it true that Hyaluronic Acid can dry your skin out in cold weather?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Hyaluronic Acid binds water, and if there is little moisture in the air around it and nothing sealing it in, some of that water leaves the skin again. That is a formulation problem rather than an ingredient problem, and it is precisely what the Ceramide NP, Squalane and Shea Butter in this cream exist to solve. Hyaluronic Acid with a lipid layer over it behaves entirely differently from Hyaluronic Acid on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this work as a night cream, in the morning, or both?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Both. The richer texture makes it a natural night cream, where the longer absorption time suits it. In the morning it is the moisturiser step after your serum, with sunscreen going over the top as the final layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interesting number on this cream is not the ten Hyaluronic Acids printed on the front but the 0.5% ceramide behind them, because that is the one deciding whether any of the water stays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/dry-skin\"\u003edry skin\u003c\/a\u003e edit, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/isntree\"\u003eISNTREE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"ISNTREE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59229192388942,"sku":"ISNS01-CR","price":14.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/ISNS01-CR.png?v=1778671451"},{"product_id":"beauty-of-joseon-green-plum-refreshing-cleanser","title":"Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow-pH gel cleanse with green plum water in the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMung bean and green tea extracts alongside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor daily use across most skin types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your skin feels tight for the first ten minutes after washing, the cleanser is sitting at the wrong pH. The Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser uses Prunus Mume fruit water and mild isethionate surfactants to keep the wash near the skin's own acidity, so there is nothing to recover from afterwards. Beauty of Joseon works from Korean hanbang tradition, and green plum has a long record there as a clarifying fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen plum water carries the acidity that holds the pH down:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prunus Mume is naturally high in organic acids, which is what keeps the formula near the skin's own range. That is a formulation function rather than a claim about the fruit itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIsethionate surfactants clean without the soap chemistry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate and Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine are mild coconut-derived agents that lather lightly and rinse clean. They remove sebum and light makeup without the alkalinity that produces a squeaky finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMung bean and green tea sit in the base as supporting botanicals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phaseolus Radiatus seed extract and Camellia Sinensis leaf extract carry polyphenols, alongside houttuynia, lotus and rice extracts. In a rinse-off product these shape how the cleanse feels rather than delivering a lasting effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA light gel that produces a low, soft lather and rinses quickly. Skin is left clean and comfortable without the pull of a foaming wash. The finish is closer to refreshed than to conditioned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oily, combination, normal, dry, and skin prone to redness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tightness after cleansing, dullness, congestion, and everyday cleansing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you use acids or a retinoid and your barrier is already under load, the cleanser is the cheapest place to stop adding to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does this differ from a standard gel cleanser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Standard gel cleansers frequently sit above the skin's own pH, which is what produces the tight feeling. This one uses green plum water's organic acid content to stay lower, with mild isethionate surfactants rather than soap. The lather is smaller, and skin feels settled rather than squeaky afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does pH matter in something you rinse straight off?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, for a while afterwards. An alkaline wash raises skin surface pH temporarily and leaves the barrier more permeable while it returns to normal. A cleanser near the skin's own range avoids that gap entirely, which matters most for anyone using actives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is green plum in Korean skincare?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Prunus Mume, known as maesil, is a plum variety used in hanbang practice and widely eaten and drunk across Korea. Its high organic acid and polyphenol content is what brings it into skincare, where it doubles as a natural way to keep a formula acidic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cleanser this unremarkable to use is doing its job, which is the opposite of how most of the category gets sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSee more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/cleansers\"\u003ecleansers\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore the \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/beauty-of-joseon\"\u003eBeauty of Joseon\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beauty of Joseon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59229290660174,"sku":"JSMC02-FG","price":11.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/JSMC02-FG.png?v=1778671450"},{"product_id":"kundal-honey-macadamia-pure-body-wash","title":"KUNDAL Honey \u0026 Macadamia Pure Body Wash","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAloe-based daily body wash with Honey, Macadamia, and 50+ botanicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild amino acid surfactants cleanse without stripping skin moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in multiple scents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your skin feels tight the moment you step out of the shower, the wash is worth changing before the lotion is. The KUNDAL Honey and Macadamia Pure Body Wash is built on Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice instead of water and cleans with amino acid-derived surfactants. KUNDAL is a Seoul brand whose whole premise is professional-grade formulation in everyday formats, and a body wash is about as everyday as that gets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe base of this formula is aloe juice, not water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice occupies the place water takes in a conventional wash, so its sugars and amino acids are present at base-ingredient volume rather than as a trace near the end of the list. The hydrating part of this formula is not a small addition to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning is done by amino acid-derived surfactants:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, TEA-Cocoyl Glutamate and Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate lift sweat and oil without taking the skin's own surface lipids with them. They are more familiar from facial cleansers than from body formats, which is an unusual thing to find in a daily wash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHoney, macadamia and a botanical list past fifty do the conditioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey Extract draws water to the skin during contact and Macadamia Seed Extract's oleic acid softens it, backed by Centella, oat, green tea, licorice root, witch hazel, arnica and chamomile alongside jojoba, camellia and coconut oils. What survives the rinse is a small deposit, and it is the reason skin does not immediately ask for lotion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt rinses away without the tight, squeaking feeling that signals stripped surface lipids, and leaves nothing filmy under a towel. It comes in a range of scents, so the fragrance character depends on which one you pick, and each variant carries its own allergen declaration on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e All body skin types, and particularly dry, combination and reactive skin that finds conventional washes stripping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tightness after showering, everyday dryness, rough texture on arms and legs, and skin that reddens easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daily showerers whose skin has stopped tolerating a foaming gel notice the difference at the towel rather than an hour later, and winter is when it shows most.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does it matter how I use it in the shower?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Two things change the result. Keep the water lukewarm rather than hot, because heat strips surface lipids faster than a mild wash like this can compensate for; and give the driest areas, shins, forearms and chest, a few extra seconds of contact before rinsing, since the honey, macadamia and plant oils only deposit while the lather is actually on the skin. Everything past that is preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does an aloe-based body wash compare to a standard water-based one?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A water-based body wash carries its moisturising ingredients as additions to a water base, so they are present in modest amounts alongside the cleansing system. The KUNDAL Honey and Macadamia Pure Body Wash uses Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice as the base itself, which means aloe's hydrating compounds are in contact with skin for the full duration of the wash rather than in a brief deposit just before the rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can something you rinse off actually moisturise?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Only partly, and it is worth being straight about that. A rinse-off product's real power is subtractive, so what it declines to remove matters more than what it leaves behind; this one is built to take off sweat and oil without the barrier lipids going down the drain too. Very dry skin will still want a body lotion afterwards, while normal to combination skin needs noticeably less of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe measure of a body wash is not how clean you feel in the shower but how your skin feels ten minutes afterwards, when the tightness would ordinarily have arrived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSee more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/body-care\"\u003ebody care\u003c\/a\u003e, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/kundal\"\u003eKUNDAL\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"KUNDAL","offers":[{"title":"Cherry Blossom","offer_id":59229472588110,"sku":"KDBS04-BWC","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Amber Vanilla","offer_id":59229472620878,"sku":"KDBS04-BWA","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"White Musk","offer_id":59229472653646,"sku":"KDBS04-BWW","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Baby Powder","offer_id":59229472686414,"sku":"KDBS04-BWB","price":12.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink Grapefruit","offer_id":59229472719182,"sku":"KDBS04-BWP","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"English Rose","offer_id":59229472751950,"sku":"KDBS04-BWE","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/KDBS04-BWC.png?v=1779229178"},{"product_id":"kundal-honey-macadamia-nature-shampoo","title":"KUNDAL Honey \u0026 Macadamia Nature Shampoo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2,060 ppm Honey and Macadamia shampoo with 50+ botanicals and 5 plant oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmino acid surfactant system, gentle enough for daily use on all hair types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in multiple scents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your scalp feels tight and itchy by the time your hair has dried, the cleanser base is the thing to look at rather than the conditioner. The KUNDAL Honey and Macadamia Nature Shampoo runs on Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate and Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, amino acid and sugar-derived cleansers that lift oil and styling residue while leaving most of the scalp's own lipid film in place. That reasoning comes straight from KUNDAL's Korean botanical thinking, where the scalp is treated as skin first and fifty-plus plant extracts are layered over it rather than one hero ingredient carrying the whole formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleans at a pH close to the hair's own:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sodium Cocoyl Alaninate and Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate lift sebum and product without the higher-pH cuticle swelling a sulphate base produces, so less of the scalp's lipid layer goes down the drain alongside the dirt. Washing every day stops being something the scalp has to recover from.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHoney draws water in while Macadamia smooths the cuticle:\u003c\/strong\u003e At a combined 2,060 ppm, Honey's sugars pull water to the hair and scalp surface and hold it there through the wash, and Macadamia's oleic acid sits close enough to the composition of natural sebum to lie flat along the cuticle. Hair combs out of the shower easily without the slick film a silicone coating leaves behind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstead of one hero extract, fifty botanicals divide the work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginseng, Centella, Angelica Gigas, Chamomile, Lavender, Tea Tree, Peppermint and Mulberry Root are each in the formula for a different reason, covering calming, toning and strengthening rather than repeating a single effect, while Argan, Macadamia, Avocado, Coconut and Jojoba Oils add fatty acids to the hair surface on the way past. The lengths come out of a wash conditioned enough that the wash alone is a respectable result.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lather is moderate rather than dramatic, which is what an amino acid base does, and it spreads through wet hair without needing to be worked in hard. It rinses out fast and completely, with none of the squeak of a stripping wash and nothing left sitting at the roots. The range comes in several scents, so this is a bottle worth choosing on fragrance as much as on formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, medium and coarse hair, straight through to coily, including colour-treated and chemically processed lengths, on normal to dry scalps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scalp tightness and flaking after washing, frizz, dullness, roughness following colour, and keeping frequently washed hair clean without dulling it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e People who wash their hair most days and have quietly accepted an itchy scalp as the price of it will notice the change first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is an amino acid shampoo different from a standard sulphate shampoo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Sulphate cleansers work at a higher pH, which swells the cuticle open during the wash and takes more of the hair's own lipid layer away with the dirt. The amino acid and sugar-derived cleansers in the KUNDAL Honey and Macadamia Nature Shampoo clean closer to the pH hair sits at naturally, so the cuticle stays flatter and colour molecules leach out more slowly. What you give up is foam volume, not cleaning power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does a low-foaming shampoo actually clean properly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Foam is a by-product of the surfactant rather than the mechanism, and the lifting and suspending of sebum happens whether or not the lather is thick. Amino acid surfactants clear sweat, scalp oil and styling product perfectly well; a thick build-up of dry shampoo or styling wax is the one situation where a second lather earns its place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this gentle enough for colour-treated or fine hair every day?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes on both counts. Fine hair keeps its lift because there are no heavy conditioning agents left behind at the root, and colour-treated hair fades more slowly because the cuticle is disturbed less at each wash. Bleached or very high-porosity hair will still want a protein or moisture treatment somewhere in the week, since a shampoo has only a minute or so of contact time to work with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFifty botanicals is the number on the front of the bottle, but the reason this one survives daily washing is the two surfactants listed near the top of the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-care\"\u003ehair care\u003c\/a\u003e range, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/kundal\"\u003eKUNDAL\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"KUNDAL","offers":[{"title":"Cherry Blossom","offer_id":59229483794766,"sku":"KDHS01-SPCB","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"White Musk","offer_id":59229483827534,"sku":"KDHS01-SPWM","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/KDHS01-SPCB.png?v=1779229178"},{"product_id":"kundal-caffeine-shampoo","title":"KUNDAL Caffeine Shampoo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/caffeine\"\u003eCaffeine\u003c\/a\u003e, Salicylic Acid, and Niacinamide scalp-focused shampoo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKorean herbal complex of 20+ traditional botanicals for scalp circulation and strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in multiple scents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your parting looks wider than it used to and your roots are oily by the second day, the scalp is where a shampoo can actually intervene. The KUNDAL Caffeine Shampoo puts \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/caffeine\"\u003eCaffeine\u003c\/a\u003e, Salicylic Acid and Niacinamide into the wash step, each working on a different part of the problem: the follicle itself, the debris blocking it, and the skin barrier around it. Behind them sits a twenty-plant Korean herbal complex, which is the founding logic of this Seoul brand, that traditional East Asian hair botanicals and modern actives belong in the same bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaffeine acts on the follicle from two directions at once:\u003c\/strong\u003e It inhibits 5-alpha reductase, the enzyme that converts testosterone into the DHT associated with follicle miniaturisation, and it lifts blood flow at the scalp surface during the massage a wash involves. Topical Caffeine in hair sits in the reasonable rather than settled column of the evidence, so read this as a formula that may hold ground rather than one that regrows hair.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClearing the follicle opening is what lets everything else land:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salicylic Acid is oil-soluble, so it moves into the plug of sebum and dead skin sitting in the follicle mouth and dissolves it, rather than scrubbing the surface above it. Flakes lift, the scalp stops feeling congested, and the actives around it reach skin instead of debris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo different jobs go to Niacinamide here:\u003c\/strong\u003e It rebuilds the scalp's barrier lipids so the skin holds water and reacts less, and independently of that it moderates how much oil the glands put out. A scalp that is both greasy and tender is running two problems at once, and this addresses each of them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhere the modern actives stop, twenty Korean botanicals carry on:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginseng, Angelica Gigas, Ginkgo Biloba, Polygonum Multiflorum and Sophora Flavescens Root have centuries of documented use in East Asian hair practice for scalp circulation and strength, with Menthol and Peppermint alongside them for the cold hit during the wash. This is the part of the formula that comes from herbal tradition rather than the ingredient lab.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lather is light and the menthol arrives within seconds, a cold prickle that spreads across the whole scalp and holds through the rinse. Nothing is left behind on the lengths, so hair dries light and with grip in it rather than slip, which is the trade-off a scalp-focused wash makes. It comes in more than one scent, though the mint sits over the top of all of them while the lather is on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salicylic Acid is chemically close to aspirin, which is worth knowing if you have ever reacted to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine and medium hair, straight through to curly, on scalps that run oily or flaky; colour-treated hair at normal porosity is comfortable here, bleached and very porous lengths less so.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thinning and reduced density, build-up around the follicle, oiliness by the second day, scalp tenderness and flaking, and hair that has lost volume at the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Someone who has started paying close attention to their parting and would rather the wash they already do every day pulled its weight will get the most from this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is a caffeine shampoo different from a thickening or volumising shampoo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A volumising shampoo works on the hair you already have, using light conditioning agents and body-building ingredients so the strands sit apart and the roots lift; the effect arrives immediately and leaves at the next wash. The KUNDAL Caffeine Shampoo works on the scalp instead, with Caffeine at the follicle, Salicylic Acid clearing the follicle opening and Niacinamide on the skin barrier. The change is slower and it concerns the conditions hair grows in rather than how it looks on the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does an oily scalp cause hair loss?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. Sebum does not miniaturise follicles; in pattern hair loss that is driven by hormones and genetics. What excess oil does do is combine with dead skin at the follicle opening, which drives flaking and irritation and makes hair look flatter and thinner than it is. Salicylic Acid addresses that build-up, and it should be said plainly that no cosmetic shampoo addresses the underlying cause of pattern hair loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long before I notice anything, and is twice a week enough?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Scalp comfort and oiliness shift inside two to four weeks. Density and shedding need six to twelve weeks of consistent use before anything is visible, and Caffeine's activity at the follicle depends on regular contact, so twice a week is a much diluted version of the same routine. Whatever is gained also fades once you stop, which is true of cosmetic scalp actives as a class rather than this shampoo in particular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe honest ceiling on a scalp shampoo is that it improves the ground rather than the crop, which is still the half of the problem most routines never go near.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover our \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-loss-scalp-care\"\u003ehair loss and scalp care\u003c\/a\u003e range, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/kundal\"\u003eKUNDAL\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"KUNDAL","offers":[{"title":"Cherry Blossom","offer_id":59229493002574,"sku":"KDHS02-SPCB","price":14.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"White Musk","offer_id":59229493035342,"sku":"KDHS02-SPWM","price":14.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/KDHS02-SPCB.png?v=1779229179"},{"product_id":"kundal-head-spa-scalp-care-scalp-tonic","title":"KUNDAL Head Spa \u0026 Scalp Care+ Scalp Tonic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave-on scalp tonic with \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/caffeine\"\u003eCaffeine\u003c\/a\u003e, Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide, and Tea Tree Oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinus Densiflora (Korean red pine) and four mint extracts for circulation and cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray-on format for direct scalp application without rinsing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScalp actives in a shampoo get about a minute of contact before they go down the drain, which is a hard ceiling on what any of them can achieve. The KUNDAL Head Spa and Scalp Care+ Scalp Tonic moves that same active stack, \u003ca class=\"sn-ilink\" href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/caffeine\"\u003eCaffeine\u003c\/a\u003e, Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide and Tea Tree Oil, into a leave-on spray that stays on the skin between washes. Leading it is Pinus Densiflora, the Korean red pine long used in East Asian herbal practice for scalp strength, which is how this Seoul brand assembles a formula: the heritage botanical first, the modern actives built around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaffeine gets hours of contact instead of a minute:\u003c\/strong\u003e It inhibits 5-alpha reductase at the follicle and lifts blood flow at the scalp surface, and in a leave-on format it is doing that across the day rather than during a rinse. The evidence for topical Caffeine in hair is reasonable rather than settled, so the fair expectation is a better environment at the follicle, which may show as steadier density rather than as regrowth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeeps dissolving the follicle plug between applications, not only during them:\u003c\/strong\u003e Being oil-soluble, it stays in the sebum at the follicle opening and dissolves the plug of oil and dead skin progressively, instead of getting one pass at it before the water takes it away. Scalps that start flaking again a day or two after washing stay clear for longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrier repair is what Niacinamide and Dexpanthenol are here for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Niacinamide rebuilds the scalp's barrier lipids so the skin holds water and reacts less, while Dexpanthenol converts to Pantothenic Acid at the surface and calms and conditions the skin directly. A leave-on formula with acid in it needs that counterweight, which is what makes this usable on a scalp that is already sensitive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhere exfoliation stops, Tea Tree Oil takes over:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salicylic Acid removes the flakes; Tea Tree Oil acts antimicrobially against the Malassezia yeast and bacteria whose activity provokes the flaking in the first place. For dandruff specifically, that is the difference between clearing the evidence and reducing the cause.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sprays as a thin, water-light liquid that goes straight onto the scalp and is gone within a minute or two, with none of the weight or slip an oil leaves at the roots. Menthol, Peppermint, Spearmint and Mentha Rotundifolia land immediately and hold a cold, prickling coolness for several minutes afterwards. Because nothing settles on the lengths, hair styles exactly as it would have done without it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Salicylic Acid is closely related to aspirin, and in a product that stays on the skin that is worth knowing if you have ever reacted to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine to medium hair and thinning density, on oily, flaky or congested scalps; the format works across straight, wavy, curly and coily hair, since it goes to the skin rather than the lengths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduced density, follicle congestion, dandruff and flaking, oiliness between washes, and scalp tenderness or itch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scalps that have already been through a dedicated shampoo without much shifting are the reason this format exists at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is a leave-on scalp tonic different from a scalp shampoo?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The actives are broadly the same; the contact time is not. A shampoo has roughly a minute on the scalp before it is rinsed, whereas the KUNDAL Head Spa and Scalp Care+ Scalp Tonic stays put until the next wash, so Caffeine, Salicylic Acid and Niacinamide keep acting across the day. That matters most for Salicylic Acid, which clears the follicle opening gradually, and for Caffeine, whose activity at the follicle depends on sustained contact rather than a brief one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the cooling sensation mean it is working?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The cold comes from Menthol, Peppermint, Spearmint and Mentha Rotundifolia acting on the skin's cold-sensing receptors, which is a sensation rather than an effect on the follicle, and it fades within minutes. Caffeine, Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide and Tea Tree Oil all do their work without producing any feeling at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Do I need to change my shampoo to use this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. The tonic is a complete scalp step on its own and sits over whatever you already wash with. Adding a scalp-focused shampoo gives the same actives a second, shorter contact window at wash time, which is worth considering if the concern is stubborn; if your current shampoo suits you, nothing here requires you to swap it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most useful thing about a leave-on scalp step is not what is in it, but that the scalp becomes something you attend to on the five days a week you are not washing your hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/hair-loss-scalp-care\"\u003ehair loss and scalp care\u003c\/a\u003e range, or see more from \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/kundal\"\u003eKUNDAL\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"KUNDAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59239932330318,"sku":"KDHS02-T","price":11.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/KDHS02-T.png?v=1779229178"},{"product_id":"dr-althea-345-relief-cream","title":"Dr.Althea 345 Relief Cream","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalming gel-cream that soothes redness and sensitised skin while rebuilding the barrier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePDRN, Centella Asiatica, Ceramide NP and triple-form hyaluronic acid in one lightweight formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFerment-derived vegan PDRN rather than the salmon form most PDRN skincare uses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your skin flushes easily and you have never got on with either a heavy cream or a bare gel, this one is aimed at the gap between them. The Dr.Althea 345 Relief Cream is a gel-cream built on tea tree leaf water rather than plain water, with Centella Asiatica and Madecassoside on the redness and Ceramide NP holding the barrier underneath. Dr.Althea formulates in South Korea as a vegan brand throughout, on the principle that calming skin and rebuilding it are one job rather than two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedness is worked on at the base of the formula, not only on top of it:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tea tree leaf water stands in for plain water as the base, and Centella Asiatica, Madecassoside and Beta-Glucan settle the flare-ups above it. Reactive skin reads noticeably quieter within a few days of consistent use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCeramide NP reinforces the skin's lipid barrier:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panthenol works alongside it while three forms of hyaluronic acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolysed Hyaluronic Acid and Polyquaternium-51, bind water at different depths. Less water escapes, so the calm holds well past the hour after application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhere Niacinamide earns its place is tone and oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/niacinamide\" class=\"sn-ilink\"\u003eNiacinamide\u003c\/a\u003e limits how much pigment reaches the surface cells and keeps oil production steady without stripping the skin. Dark marks fade on roughly the same timeline as the redness settles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdding PDRN gives the formula a repair mechanism as well as a calming one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dr.Althea are a vegan brand and describe the \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/vegan-pdrn\" class=\"sn-ilink\"\u003ePDRN\u003c\/a\u003e they use as ferment-derived rather than drawn from the salmon milt most PDRN skincare relies on. It brings a repair function that is neither calming nor lipid replacement, which is why it sits alongside the Centella and the Ceramide NP rather than duplicating either. PDRN's clinical reputation was built on the injectable, salmon-derived form used in wound-healing medicine, and topical research on the ferment-derived versions is the newer and still-developing side of it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gel-cream that goes on cool and sinks in fast enough that oily and combination skin will not feel a film left behind, while dry skin gets enough substance from it to want nothing over the top. In weight it sits somewhere between a sleeping mask and a daily moisturiser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e All skin types, including oily, combination, dry, and skin prone to redness or irritation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Redness, sensitivity, a barrier that has stopped coping, dehydration, uneven tone and congestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your skin is oily and reactive at once, or you are rebuilding after a run of \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/retinol\" class=\"sn-ilink\"\u003eretinoids\u003c\/a\u003e or acids, this gel-cream is built for exactly that awkward middle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from a standard calming moisturiser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The 345 in the name is a count of what is inside it: three calming botanicals, four barrier actives and five hydrating agents. The practical difference is that redness, barrier repair and water retention are handled in one step instead of being split between a soothing cream and a richer one. The gel texture is what stops oily skin paying for that breadth in weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is the PDRN in this cream the same as the salmon PDRN in most K-beauty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No, and it is the reason this one can carry a vegan badge. Most topical PDRN is polydeoxyribonucleotide isolated from salmon milt, whereas Dr.Althea are a vegan brand throughout and describe their PDRN as ferment-derived, produced from fermented ingredients rather than an animal source. It appears on the ingredient list as Sodium DNA either way, so the label alone will not tell you which a product contains; the brand's own statement is what settles it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the tea tree base make this a spot product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: No. What is in the formula is tea tree leaf water used as the base in place of plain water, which brings the plant's calming character without the dryness people associate with tea tree oil. The Dr.Althea 345 Relief Cream is a daily moisturiser for reactive skin rather than a targeted blemish product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use this cream while pregnant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. It carries our Pregnancy Safe badge, based on a review of the full ingredient list against published clinical guidance. There is no retinoid, no hydroquinone and no oxybenzone in the formula. The calming work is done by Centella Asiatica with Madecassoside, Tea Tree leaf water, Panthenol, Beta-Glucan and Ceramide NP, with Niacinamide for tone, and none of these carry a contraindication in the guidance we review against. Worth knowing that the route here is Centella rather than an acid, which is part of why it suits a stretch when skin tends to react more than usual. Our method and sources are on our \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/pages\/pregnancy-safe-skincare\"\u003epregnancy safe skincare page\u003c\/a\u003e. This is not medical advice, so if you are using prescription skincare or have a specific concern, speak to your midwife or GP first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe point at which this cream proves itself is not the flare-up but the ordinary week six weeks later, when there is nothing left to calm and you are still reaching for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/vegan-pdrn\"\u003eVegan PDRN\u003c\/a\u003e, see what suits \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/sensitive-skin\"\u003esensitive skin\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore the full \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/dr-althea\"\u003eDr. Althea\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dr. Althea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59873169965390,"sku":"DRAS01-CRRR","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/DRAS01-CRRR.png?v=1781890504"},{"product_id":"earth-harbor-naturals-mermaid-milk-nutrient-glow-moisturizer","title":"Earth Harbor Naturals MERMAID MILK Nutrient Glow Moisturizer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatcha, spirulina and seaweed in a cloud-light, water-based daily moisturiser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbsorbs fast to a demi-matte glow rather than a dewy shine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade for normal and combination skin that finds creams too heavy by noon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSkin that gets shiny by lunchtime still needs moisturiser, just not one that adds to the shine. MERMAID MILK is a light, water-based cream built on aloe juice, matcha and spirulina that sinks in quickly and leaves a soft, demi-matte finish. Earth Harbor Naturals, a US brand founded by a toxicologist and herbalist, formulates around ocean and plant ingredients, and this is its daytime moisturiser for skin that runs normal to combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatcha and spirulina bring antioxidant cover to the moisturiser step.\u003c\/strong\u003e Matcha is a concentrated green tea rich in catechins, and spirulina adds its own pigments and amino acids, so the step that goes on every morning also carries antioxidant protection against daily oxidative stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHyaluronic acid and aloe juice hold water in the upper layers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Aloe leaf juice is the base of the formula, and sodium hyaluronate binds water at the surface, which is where the plump, comfortable feel comes from. Earth Harbor reports that 93% of people testing it noticed all-day hydration.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoconut and olive oils soften without a heavy finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e The oils sit inside a light emulsion rather than on top of it, so skin feels smoothed rather than coated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA pale green, whipped cream that feels closer to a lotion on the skin and absorbs within a minute. It dries to a soft demi-matte finish with a light herbal, fruity scent that fades quickly, and it sits comfortably under sunscreen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cane alcohol sits third on the list and blue tansy oil lends the scent, so very dry or easily irritated skin will be more comfortable with a richer, alcohol-free moisturiser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Normal, combination and oily skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dehydration, dullness, shine through the day and visible redness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e People who skip moisturiser in the morning because everything they try feels greasy by lunchtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does MERMAID MILK compare with a gel moisturiser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A gel moisturiser is typically water and hydrators with little or no oil. MERMAID MILK is a light cream, so it carries coconut and olive oils alongside its hydrators, which gives it more softening power than a gel while still absorbing fast and drying to a demi-matte finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does oily skin really need a moisturiser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. Oil and water are different things, and skin that produces plenty of oil can still be short of water. A light moisturiser that hydrates without adding shine keeps the surface comfortable, which is why this one leans on aloe juice and hyaluronic acid rather than heavy butters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Where does it go in a morning routine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: After cleansing, any toner or essence and your serum, and before sunscreen. In the evening it is the last step, or swap it for something richer if your skin feels drier at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA moisturiser that looks like nothing is on the skin is the one oily skin will actually wear every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"sn-claims\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003e* Earth Harbor's published results: 93% noticed all-day hydration, 97% experienced soothed skin, 93% smoother texture, 93% brighter, more even skin and 90% reduced redness, reported as immediate or after two weeks. Earth Harbor does not publish who ran the testing, how many people took part or the method. Results vary between individuals.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"sn-explore-more\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore more\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrowse more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/moisturisers\"\u003emoisturisers\u003c\/a\u003e, see our \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/green-tea\"\u003egreen tea\u003c\/a\u003e formulas, or explore the full \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/earth-harbor-naturals\"\u003eEarth Harbor Naturals\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Earth Harbor Naturals","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":60976358195534,"sku":"MERM101","price":31.42,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/68e1a346a35cfbf4aaef32478816ecb831c9907747763ed7627eeb101bc4aaad.jpg?v=1790527272"},{"product_id":"earth-harbor-naturals-tidal-rose-seaweed-hydration-mist","title":"Earth Harbor Naturals TIDAL ROSE Seaweed Hydration Mist","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRose water, red seaweed, tremella mushroom and white tea in a fine mist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreps skin after cleansing, sets makeup and refreshes through the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuits every skin type, especially dry, mature and sensitive skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA mist earns its place when it does more than cool the face for a second. TIDAL ROSE is a nine-ingredient spray built on rose flower water, glycerin and tremella mushroom that hydrates after cleansing and refreshes skin and makeup later in the day. Earth Harbor Naturals, a US brand founded by a toxicologist and herbalist, gives it a soft pink colour from red seaweed and rose rather than a dye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlycerin and tremella mushroom hold the water in.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain water sprays evaporate and take moisture with them; here glycerin draws water into the skin and tremella leaves a fine, water-holding film. Earth Harbor reports that 94% of people testing it had more hydrated skin.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRose water and red seaweed soften and calm.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rose flower water is the base of the formula, and Corallina seaweed brings minerals to a surface that feels tight or reactive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhite tea adds antioxidant cover through the day.\u003c\/strong\u003e A spritz over makeup tops up catechin-rich white tea extract at the times skin is most exposed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA very fine mist that settles evenly without dripping and dries in moments to a soft, dewy finish. The scent is light, fresh rose water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin types:\u003c\/strong\u003e All skin types, especially dry, mature and sensitive skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dehydration, tightness, dullness and visible redness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e People who spend the day in heated offices or on flights and want a quick way to take the tightness out of their skin without redoing their makeup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does a face mist dry skin out?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: A mist of plain water can, because it evaporates and pulls moisture with it. TIDAL ROSE carries glycerin and tremella mushroom, which hold water on the skin, so it leaves skin more hydrated than before rather than less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How is this different from a toner?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It does the same prep job after cleansing, and it also works over makeup through the day, which a toner applied with a pad cannot. The fine spray sets makeup and refreshes it without disturbing it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: When should I use it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: After cleansing, before serum, to prep the skin, and again over makeup whenever skin feels tight. In the morning, sunscreen still goes on as the last skincare step before makeup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pink in the bottle comes from red seaweed and rose water, not from a dye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"sn-claims\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003e* Earth Harbor's published results: 94% had more hydrated skin, 91% said skin was soothed and 93% saw better absorption of other products immediately; 93% had more radiant skin after two weeks and 93% had calmed redness. Earth Harbor does not publish who ran the testing, how many people took part or the method. 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