NINEL ESS skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

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

Skincare enthusiasts cherish NINEL ESS for its targeted serums 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.

NINEL ESS serums and treatments

B-BOOST

Questions and answers

Is NINEL ESS worth it?

Yes, NINEL ESS is worth it because Lovi rates the brand's routines Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. Every product from the brand on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are NINEL ESS's best products?

B-BOOST is a top product from NINEL ESS, earning a High fit for oily skin and skin with dark spots. Lovi rates the NINEL ESS routines Superior for oily, dry, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

Does NINEL ESS cause breakouts?

NINEL ESS is unlikely to cause breakouts because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for acne-prone skin. The serum B-BOOST also fits oily acne-prone skin and acne-prone skin at an Average level.

Is NINEL ESS fragrance-free?

Yes, every one of the NINEL ESS products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are the key ingredients in NINEL ESS products?

NINEL ESS products feature ingredients like niacinamide, panthenol, kojic acid, and tranexamic acid. Niacinamide helps reduce dark spots, while panthenol supports skin moisture and barrier recovery.

The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002 American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

How do I build a NINEL ESS skincare routine?

To build a skincare routine with NINEL ESS, apply the B-BOOST serum as the main step. Lovi rates the NINEL ESS-focused routine Superior for dry skin, oily skin, sensitive skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin.

What are good alternatives to NINEL ESS?

Good alternatives to NINEL ESS include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea, which also have pages on Lovi. For dry skin, the SKIN1004-focused routine is rated Superior, matching the top fit level of the NINEL ESS routine.

NINEL ESS vs SKIN1004: which is better?

Lovi rates the NINEL ESS-focused routine Superior for dry, sensitive, and acne-prone skin, while the SKIN1004-focused routine is rated Superior for dry, sensitive, and acne-prone skin but High for oily and combination skin. This makes NINEL ESS a slightly better match for oily and combination skin types. Every product from NINEL ESS on this page also lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

Who owns NINEL ESS, and where is it from?

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

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Is NINEL ESS cruelty-free?

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

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Research behind NINEL ESS's key ingredients

The effect of niacinamide on reducing cutaneous pigmentation and suppression of melanosome transfer
Niacinamide · The British Journal of Dermatology, 2002
Mechanistic Basis and Clinical Evidence for the Applications of Nicotinamide (Niacinamide) to Control Skin Aging and Pigmentation
Niacinamide · Antioxidants, 2021
Topical use of dexpanthenol in skin disorders
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
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
Panthenol · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025

Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our 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.

Nadia Kapleva, MS

Co-founder, Medical Director

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
Alexey Shagraev, PhD

Co-founder, CEO and CTO

PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

Medical Board

Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
Aishani Shah, MD

Medical Board

Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
Asya Zubkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
Hanna Kurets, MD

Medical Board, Medical Advisor

Dermatology MD
Elina Nazarenko, MD

Medical Board

Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
Victoria Derkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist