Ginseng

Ginseng visibly softens fine lines, firms the skin, fades dark spots, restores natural moisture, smooths skin texture, and calms sun-related redness. This botanical ingredient suits dry skin and oily skin best, and it is available in creams, toners, eye creams, and cleansers. It fits smoothly into a daily skincare routine because it layers easily.
Cells, 2021Journal of Ginseng Research, 2018Journal of Ginseng Research, 2017
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Popular ginseng products
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Illiyoon
Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream
€21.99
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The Ordinary
Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution
€13.90
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Beauty of Joseon
Dynasty Cream
€34.00
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Beauty of Joseon
Revive Eye Serum
€15.50
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Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics
€23.49
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Pixi
Glow Tonic
€11.50
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La Prairie
Skin Caviar Luxe Cream
€328.00
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Beauty of Joseon
Ginseng Essence Water
€12.50
Ginseng creams
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Illiyoon
Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream
€21.99
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Beauty of Joseon
Dynasty Cream
€34.00
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La Prairie
Skin Caviar Luxe Cream
€328.00
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Illiyoon
Ceramide Ato Lotion
€21.99
- Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream
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Shiseido
Essential Energy Hydrating Cream
€36.00
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Valmont
Prime Renewing Pack
€239.00
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Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Hyaluronic Cream
€18.40
- Ginseng Oil
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Erborian
Korean Skin Therapy
€31.95
- Illiyoon Hyaluronic Moisture Cream
- No.7 HydraLuminous Day Gel
What reviewers say about popular ginseng products
The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular ginseng product on Lovi.
Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream Excellent value ★4.7 · 1.2k+ reviews
- Gentle for sensitive skin
- Non-greasy finish
- “huge 500ml tub”
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution Improves texture & glow ★4.5 · 15.0k+ reviews
- Unbeatable value
- Versatile body application
- “glass skin effect”
Beauty of Joseon Dynasty Cream Deeply hydrating ★4.6 · 5.0k+ reviews
Beauty of Joseon Revive Eye Serum Hydrating and plumping ★4.6 · 30.0k+ reviews
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics Lightweight texture ★4.7 · 60.0k+ reviews
- No white cast
- Moisturizing finish
- “feels like a light moisturizer”
Pixi Glow Tonic Gentle exfoliation ★4.5 · 25.0k+ reviews
Ginseng toners
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The Ordinary
Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution
€13.90
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Pixi
Glow Tonic
€11.50
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Beauty of Joseon
Ginseng Essence Water
€12.50
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Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner
€27.50
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Beauty of Joseon
Green Plum Refreshing Toner
€10.99
- mixsoon Bean Toner
- La Prairie Cellular Softening and Balancing Lotion
- Sulwhasoo Timetreasure Renovating Water Ex
- La Prairie Cellular Refining Lotion
Ginseng eye creams
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Beauty of Joseon
Revive Eye Serum
€15.50
- Origins Ginzing Brightening Eye Cream
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Origins
GinZing Refreshing Eye Cream
€20.97
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La Prairie
Skin Caviar Eye Lift
€428.00
- La Prairie Essence of Skin Caviar Eye Complex
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Petitfee
Gold Hydrogel Eye Patch
€16.00
- Sulwhasoo Timetreasure Renovating Eye Cream Ex
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La Prairie
White Caviar Eye Extraordinaire
€484.00
- The History of Whoo Jinyulhyang Intensive Revitalizing Eye Cream
- AmorePacific Future Response Age Defense Dual Eye Creme
- AmorePacific Time Response Eye Renewal Creme
- Sulwhasoo Timetreasure Invigorating Eye Cream
Ginseng cleansers
- Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Cleanser
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Haruharu Wonder
Black Rice Moisture 5.5 Soft Cleansing Gel
€14.86
- Derma E Pure Biome Balancing Cleanser
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Banila Co
Clean It Zero Cleansing Balm Nourishing
€21.00
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Cetaphil
Gentle Oil-Free Makeup Remover
€21.30
Ginseng serums
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Beauty of Joseon
Revive Serum
€10.64
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La Prairie
Skin Caviar Liquid Lift
€448.00
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K-SECRET
SEOUL 1988 Serum
€18.50
- ma:nyo Bifida Complex Ampoule
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Kiehl's
Vital Skin-Strengthening Super Serum
€52.80
- AMOREPACIFIC Time Response Skin Reserve Serum
- The History of Whoo Bichup Self-Generating Anti-Aging Concentrate
Ginseng masks
- Sulwhasoo Overnight Vitalizing Mask
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Sulwhasoo
Clarifying Mask
€46.00
- Origins GinZing Glow-Boosting Mask
- Esfolio Red Ginseng Essence Mask Sheet
- Shangpree Pore Tightening Mask
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La Prairie
Skin Caviar Luxe Sleep Mask
€381.00
- Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Mask
- The Body Shop Chinese Ginseng & Rice Clarifying Polishing Mask
- Tatcha Luminous Deep Hydration Lifting Mask
- Yunjac Firming & Nourishing Mask
Other ginseng products
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Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics
€23.49
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Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun SPF50+
€23.80
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Beauty of Joseon
Ginseng Moist Sun Serum
€15.75
- Shiseido Essential Energy Hydrating Day Cream
- Clean & Clear Morning Burst Facial Scrub
- Papa Recipe Blemish Enzyme Powder Cleanser
Questions and answers
What does ginseng do for the skin?
Ginseng helps reduce signs of aging and improves skin hydration. It may also help diminish dark spots and protect against sun damage.
Journal of Ginseng Research, 2017Journal of Ginseng Research, 2018
How do you use ginseng?
Ginseng helps reduce skin aging, wrinkles, and pigmentation when included in your daily skincare routine. It supports collagen production and protects the skin from UV-induced damage.
Journal of Ginseng Research, 2020Journal of Ginseng Research, 2017
Should you use ginseng in the morning or at night?
Ginseng helps reduce signs of skin aging and improve hydration. It may be used to help protect against daily oxidative stress.
Can you use ginseng every day?
Yes, you can use ginseng every day as it helps improve skin resilience, moisture, and tone while reducing signs of aging. It may also help support skin barrier health and protect against daily oxidative stress.
Journal of Ginseng Research, 2020Journal of Ginseng Research, 2022
Does ginseng cause purging or irritation?
Ginseng is unlikely to cause purging or irritation as it is generally well tolerated and helps calm the skin while fighting signs of aging.
Journal of Ginseng Research, 2020Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2022
Which skin types is ginseng best for?
Ginseng is a great fit for all skin types, with Lovi rating it as a Superior match across dry, oily, combination, sensitive, acne-prone, and mature skin. Top product choices include Pixi Glow Tonic, Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water, and The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Toning Solution.
Research on ginseng
Panax ginseng induces human Type I collagen synthesis through activation of Smad signaling
Ginsenosides repair UVB-induced skin barrier damage in BALB/c hairless mice and HaCaT keratinocytes
Role of epidermal γδ T-cell-derived interleukin 13 in the skin-whitening effect of Ginsenoside F1
Hormesis-based anti-aging products: a case study of a novel cosmetic
Ginsenoside Re improves skin barrier function in HaCaT keratinocytes under normal growth conditions
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