Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum
Works for
MoisturizingPhytosphingosine, Glycerin + 13 moreWorks well
“Soft, creamy-textured capsules provide nourishment and refreshing non-sticky finish after absorption.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
betaine, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: jojoba esters, limnanthes alba seed oil.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: phytosphingosine
Anti-agingLimnanthes alba seed oil, Hydrolyzed ginseng saponins + 1 moreNot delivered
“Anti-aging ingredients from ginseng leaves, stems, and roots help to improve the elasticity of skin and reduce the signs of fine wrinkles.”
This product does not contain ingredients that are able to reduce fine lines and wrinkles or help with skin elasticity, but it can improve the look of the skin temporarily through moisturization. Well-moisturized skin might also be able to repair the sun damage better.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy2 strong irritants: Parfum, Nelumbo nucifera flower extractMedium risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
![Arctic Hydra Care [Arktis] Moisture & Relief Rich Oleo-Serum](/_ipx/q_80&f_webp&fit_inside&s_160x160/https://image-delivery.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/full/c8086fd6d2f642309cc7b388edb9918b.jpeg)
User reviews
Be the first — your take helps the next person decide.
Ingredients
Filter by role to see what each ingredient is doing.
Water~45–55%
Butylene glycol~6.6–8.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolGlycerin~4.1–5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinLimnanthes alba seed oil~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
This oil's cmposition is closest to rapeseed oil. It is a very stable oil and serves as an emoillient
More about Limnanthes alba seed oilMethyl gluceth-20~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Betaine~1.8–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineBehenyl alcohol~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Non-drying alcohol that helps water and oil mix together. Also serves as an emollient
More about Behenyl alcoholMethoxy peg-114/polyepsilon caprolactone~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carbomer~1.1–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerJojoba esters~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient made of jojoba oil. Helps soften the skin and support its barrier function
More about Jojoba estersTromethamine~0.6–0.95%
Hydrolyzed ginseng saponins~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that might help calm down inflammation in skin and neutralize free radicals, but effectiveness of topical application is not confirmed. Can be an allergen
More about Hydrolyzed ginseng saponinsParfum~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumGlyceryl caprylate~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that can also help water and oil mix together, as well as prevent bacteria growth in products
More about Glyceryl caprylateSucrose polystearate~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sucrose polystearatePhenoxyethanol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolMel~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and attract water to it
More about MelEthylhexylglycerin~0.3–0.6%
Nelumbo nucifera flower extract~0.25–0.5%
Polygonatum officinale rhizome/root extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Rehmannia glutinosa root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Paeonia albiflora root extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Lilium candidum bulb extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Dextrin~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinTheobroma cacao extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Disodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Hydrogenated polyisobutene~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to improve the product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydrogenated polyisobutenePanax ginseng seed oil~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panax ginseng leaf/stem extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.35%
Panax ginseng flower extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tocopherol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolHydrogenated lecithin~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinPentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamatePanax ginseng root extract~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractPhytosphingosine~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineSodium polyaspartate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help stabilize the product formulation
More about Sodium polyaspartateSodium methyl stearoyl taurate~0.35–0.65%
Ingredient list view
Water, Butylene glycol, Glycerin, Limnanthes alba seed oil, Methyl gluceth-20, Betaine, Behenyl alcohol, Methoxy peg-114/polyepsilon caprolactone, Carbomer, Jojoba esters, Tromethamine, Hydrolyzed ginseng saponins, Parfum, Glyceryl caprylate, Sucrose polystearate, Phenoxyethanol, Mel, Ethylhexylglycerin, Nelumbo nucifera flower extract, Polygonatum officinale rhizome/root extract, Rehmannia glutinosa root extract, Paeonia albiflora root extract, Lilium candidum bulb extract, Dextrin, Theobroma cacao extract, Disodium edta, Hydrogenated polyisobutene, Panax ginseng seed oil, Panax ginseng leaf/stem extract, 1,2-hexanediol, Panax ginseng flower extract, Tocopherol, Hydrogenated lecithin, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Panax ginseng root extract, Phytosphingosine, Sodium polyaspartate, Sodium methyl stearoyl taurate
Compare prices
Retailers ranked by price — lowest first.
Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| SulwhasooConcentrated Ginseng Renewing SerumYOUR PRODUCT | LumeneArctic Hydra Care [Arktis] Moisture & Relief Rich Oleo-Serum | NIP+FABCeramide Fix Serum 12% | JMsolutionMarine Luminous Pearl Deep Moisture Ampoule Serum | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 54% | 54% | 54% |
| Price | $70.00 | $51.97−$18.03 | $38.82−$31.18 | $35.40−$34.60 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 6 | 3 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Ceramide Eop | Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Kate Somerville DeliKate™ Recovery SerumPriceline 5 Ceramide Complex Intense Hydration Serum
Product summary
"Sulwhasoo - Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum" is effective for: Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Ceramides (phytosphingosine 0.20% - 0.35%). Ceramides are an important part of our natural skin barrier. The Ceramides used in skincare are synthetic or come from plants. They help soften the skin and can help "fill the gaps" in the skin barrier, keeping the skin hydrated and resilient for longer.
- Humectants (glycerin 4.10% - 5.00% and betaine 1.80% - 2.20%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails from 67.00$ up to 216.00$ in the United States, from 87.60CA$ up to 283.00CA$ in Canada, from 50.05£ up to 161.70£ in the United Kingdom, for 280.00A$ in Australia and for 319.00NZ$ in New Zealand.
For a detailed price comparison: click here.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 14 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Safety Assessment of Tromethamine as Used in Cosmeticscir-safety.org
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6First-reported pediatric cases of American ginseng anaphylaxis and allergyaacijournal.biomedcentral.com
Affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate, WIMJ earns from qualifying purchases.