Sizes available : 30ml, 100ml, 200ml
Price (approx. USD) : $2.66 (30ml), $6.40 (100ml), $9.73 (200ml)
Purchased from : Yesstyle
Skin type & climate
I have oily yet dehydrated skin that’s prone to eczema, closed comedones, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). I live in a hot, humid, tropical climate.
Product Overview
What sets the Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner apart is its minimalist, water-free formulation. Instead of purified water, commonly the first ingredient in most skincare as it features 91.3% Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract, a powerful herbal ingredient with a rich history in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). This toner has only seven ingredients in total and is designed to deeply hydrate while supporting skin health and resilience.
Despite being labeled a toner, the texture is noticeably thicker than your average watery toner, more like a light essence, which makes it a unique and versatile step in any routine.
Hero Ingredient!
Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract
Also known as milk vetch root or Huangqi, this botanical powerhouse offers multiple skin benefits like anti-inflammatory & antioxidant properties, beinf rich in amino acids, flavonoids, and polysaccharides, support for firmness, elasticity, and skin tone improvement. Also it helps enhance micro-circulation, which can benefit oily, combination, and acne-prone skin.
It’s also certified zero-irritation by the Korea Dermatology Research Institute and has passed rigorous skin patch testing, making it a gentle choice even for sensitive skin.
12Comments-
FemaleNormal9 mo. agoI’ve used this for a year straight and still don’t know if it’s actually doing something or just being a good layering base 😅 Anyone else feel like it’s almost too gentle?
FemaleOilyOP9 mo. agoGuess that only 7 ingredients work together so quietly.
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FemaleCombination9 mo. agoDid you notice any improvement with PIH while using it consistently? I have the same skin type/climate and I’m trying to cut down on actives while healing my barrier, so this sounds promising but I’m hesitant to expect too much from a toner…
FemaleOilyOP9 mo. agoSlight change I've notcied but it seems to take long time as to see the actual difference.
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Non-binaryNormal9 mo. agoHonestly I love this as a toner step when I’m sandwiching hydration. I’ll pat on 2-3 layers before moisturizer and it really does plump up the skin
Non-binaryNormal9 mo. agoBut yeah, don’t expect a dramatic change overnight. It’s more like... quietly effective.
FemaleOilyOP9 mo. agoLayering this is almost essential!
FemaleSensitive9 mo. agoGirls what moisturizer do you pair with this?? Do you think this one is efficient enough on hydrating?
FemaleCombination9 mo. ago@Female/Sensitive Not her but I use this with Dr.g red Blemish cream and those two pair well with each other I suppose.
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FemaleOily9 mo. agoHot take but I kind of wish it had some water content. The root extract is great but it can feel a little sticky in humid weather. I tried mixing one pump with my mist and it actually helped!
FemaleOilyOP9 mo. agoThat sounds great! Which mist have you been using with this??
FemaleCombination9 mo. ago@Female/Oily 👀👀👀