# NINEL ESS skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/au/brands/ninel-ess

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Australia.

NINEL ESS is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2021 and owned by JCN Company Co., Ltd..

[ninelessshop.com](https://ninelessshop.com/policies/contact-information) [tracxn.com](https://tracxn.com/d/companies/nineless/__xBC7pDDAgmCxTYZ4AMeuBQe4CZ6etbtrHLqlOzqXY9w)

Skincare enthusiasts cherish NINEL ESS for its targeted [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/serum) and meticulously crafted formulas. Its products suit sensitive, dry, and combination skin best. For acne-prone skin, the standout product is the B-BOOST. Each formulation works gently to nurture the complexion and maintain balance.

This page covers some of the most popular NINEL ESS products; for the whole NINEL ESS range, with a fit score for every product, [use the Lovi app](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pg7630308a0b).

### NINEL ESS [serums](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/serum) and treatments

#### Serums and treatments

- [B-BOOST](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/ninel-ess/b-boost/for/dark-spots) — High fit — [A$28.50 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0C6952KFZ?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## Questions and answers

### Is NINEL ESS worth it?

NINEL ESS offers solid value with its B-BOOST [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/serum) priced at A$28.50, and Lovi rates the NINEL ESS-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Additionally, every product from NINEL ESS on this page is free from added fragrance.

### What are NINEL ESS's best products?

B-BOOST is the featured product on the page, and Lovi rates it High for oily skin and skin with dark spots. Lovi rates NINEL ESS-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### Does NINEL ESS cause breakouts?

NINEL ESS is unlikely to cause breakouts, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. The NINEL ESS products on this page are also free of added fragrance.

### Is NINEL ESS fragrance-free?

Yes, every product from NINEL ESS on this page is formulated without fragrance. Lovi lists all their current items as free from added scents.

### What are the key ingredients in NINEL ESS products?

NINEL ESS products contain [niacinamide](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/niacinamide), [panthenol](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/panthenol), [kojic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/kojic-acid), and [tranexamic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/tranexamic-acid) to help brighten dark spots and support the skin barrier. Niacinamide helps reduce cutaneous pigmentation, while panthenol aids in skin moisturization and barrier restoration. Additionally, kojic acid and tranexamic acid help address hyperpigmentation and even out skin tone.

[The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) [The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/)

### How do I build a NINEL ESS skincare routine?

To build a NINEL ESS routine, you can use the B-BOOST serum, which helps target dark spots while keeping oily and other skin types balanced. Lovi rates NINEL ESS-focused routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

[The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) [Antioxidants, 2021](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34439563/)

### Where can I buy NINEL ESS, and how much does it cost?

NINEL ESS is available at stores in Australia, with prices on this page ranging from A$28.50 to A$28.50.

### What are good alternatives to NINEL ESS?

Good alternatives to NINEL ESS with pages on Lovi include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea.

### NINEL ESS vs SKIN1004: which is better?

NINEL ESS routines rate better than SKIN1004 for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin, while both brands rate equally well for dry and sensitive skin. Lovi rates the NINEL ESS-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

### Who owns NINEL ESS, and where is it from?

NINEL ESS is a Korean brand founded in 2021, owned by JCN Company Co., Ltd..

[ninelessshop.com](https://ninelessshop.com/policies/contact-information) [tracxn.com](https://tracxn.com/d/companies/nineless/__xBC7pDDAgmCxTYZ4AMeuBQe4CZ6etbtrHLqlOzqXY9w)

### Is NINEL ESS cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list NINEL ESS as cruelty-free.

## Research behind NINEL ESS's key ingredients

- [The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12100180/) Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
- [Mechanistic Basis and Clinical Evidence for the Applications of Nicotinamide (Niacinamide) to Control Skin Aging and Pigmentation](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34439563/) Niacinamide · Antioxidants, 2021
- [Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12113650/) Panthenol · American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002
- [A new topical panthenol-containing emollient: Results from two randomized controlled studies assessing its skin moisturization and barrier restoration potential, and the effect on skin microflora](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27425824/) Panthenol · The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
- [Evaluation of the Efficacy and Safety of a Panthenol-Enriched Mask for Skin Barrier Recovery After Facial Laser Treatment: Results of a Double-Blind Randomized Controlled Study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40613435/) Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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