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Beauty of Joseon Revive Serum, Ginseng + Snail Mucin for oily acne-prone skin

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  • HighOily Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • ExcellentSafety

A great choice for oily acne-prone skin; a few moisturizers fit it even better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with oily acne-prone skin: shine, breakouts, blemishes, and enlarged pores. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Highly suitable for your oily skin, this serum effectively addresses acne, blemishes, and breakouts with niacinamide for oil control and Centella Asiatica Extract for anti-inflammatory action.
  • Snail secretion filtrate and hyaluronic acid provide excellent hydration and improve skin elasticity, further supporting your skin barrier function.
  • The formulation is safe for your skin, containing soothing ingredients like Centella Asiatica Extract and Ginseng, with no risk of irritation.

How to apply

  • Use this AM and PM routine every day to help clear your skin. Always remember to finish with SPF in the morning.
  • Apply the moisturizer after your cleanser and toner, right before your SPF during the day.
  • Gently press a small amount into your skin and avoid rubbing to keep pores clear.
  • Apply on clean, slightly damp skin to help the product absorb better and control oil.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a simple patch test before your first use.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 4.0k+ reviews

Based on a very large amount of data, this serum is highly regarded for its ability to deeply hydrate and revitalize dull, dry skin, imparting a 'glass skin' finish without heaviness. It is frequently praised for repairing skin barriers and soothing inflammation. A small number of users reported breakouts or disliked the herbal scent.

Highlights

  • Deep hydration Mostly Mentioned
    • “skin feels bouncy and moist”
    • “plumps up fine lines”
    • “saved my dehydrated barrier”
    • “hydration lasts all day”
  • Improves texture Often Mentioned
    • “gives that glass skin look”
    • “skin looks radiant and healthy”
    • “smoothed out rough patches”
    • “complexion looks more even”
  • Lightweight absorption Often Mentioned
    • “sinks in immediately”
    • “not sticky like other snail products”
    • “layers perfectly under makeup”
    • “light texture, not gloopy”
  • Soothing and calming Sometimes Noted
    • “calmed my redness overnight”
    • “gentle on sensitive skin”
    • “helped heal active breakouts”
    • “no stinging or irritation”
  • No visible results Sometimes Noted
    • “did absolutely nothing”
    • “just a basic hydrator”
    • “overhyped, saw no difference”
    • “okay but not life-changing”
  • Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
    • “gave me cystic acne”
    • “tiny bumps appeared on forehead”
    • “clogged my pores”
    • “caused a bad reaction”
  • Herbal scent Rarely Noted
    • “smells like dirt/earth”
    • “strong herbal medicine smell”
    • “scent is a bit off-putting”
    • “weird medicinal odor”
  • Slight stickiness Rarely Noted
    • “leaves a tacky film”
    • “feels sticky if used too much”
    • “takes a while to dry down”
    • “hair sticks to my face”

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Questions and answers

What makes Beauty of Joseon Ginseng + Snail Mucin Serum a great fit for oily acne-prone skin?

This serum is a great fit because niacinamide helps control oil while Centella Asiatica extract calms breakouts and redness. Snail secretion filtrate and hyaluronic acid provide lightweight moisture and support the skin barrier without clogging pores.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

Which ingredients make this serum a good fit for oily acne-prone skin?

Niacinamide and Centella Asiatica Extract make this serum a great fit by helping control oil and calm breakouts on oily acne-prone skin. Snail secretion filtrate and hyaluronic acid also provide lightweight hydration to keep your skin smooth and healthy.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

What does Panax Ginseng do for oily acne-prone skin?

Panax ginseng helps oily acne-prone skin by reducing redness, clearing away oxidized oil, and keeping breakouts under control. Red ginseng ethanol extract and certain special herbal blends improve early to middle-stage acne symptoms and calm irritation without causing irritation.

Phytotherapy Research, 2019Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025

What does Snail Mucin do for oily acne-prone skin?

Snail mucin helps calm breakouts and keeps oily skin smooth by reducing redness and soothing irritated areas. It may also help your skin heal from blemishes while keeping it balanced and clear.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Molecules, 2023

Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for oily acne-prone skin?

This serum goes in the evening routine after cleansing and before moisturizing, as treatments with active ingredients are typically used at night for simplicity and safety. It helps hydrate and manage breakouts without causing irritation for oily acne-prone skin.

Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?

You can use this serum with retinol by applying the serum first to hydrate and calm your skin, followed by your retinol product. This lightweight pairing helps keep your oily skin balanced while minimizing potential dryness or irritation from the retinol.

Cutis, 2006The Journal of Dermatology, 2014

How often should I use this serum?

This serum is used in the evening as part of your routine. Daily application helps control oil, hydrate the skin, and calm breakouts without causing irritation.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for oily acne-prone skin?

This serum is a great fit for oily acne-prone skin and is unlikely to cause irritation or breakouts. Niacinamide and Centella Asiatica help control oil and calm inflammation while providing light hydration.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

Can I use this serum around the eyes or on my body?

You can use this serum around the eyes and on the body because its soothing ingredients are very safe for delicate areas. It helps calm the skin and keeps moisture locked in without irritation.

Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016Molecules, 2023

Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Cosmetic formulations containing 5% Centella asiatica extract showed the best efficacy in improving skin moisture and decreasing transepidermal water loss, while also exhibiting antiinflammatory properties in 25 volunteers compared to baseline measurements.

    Indian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016
  • Co-delivery of paeonol and madecassoside via nanoemulsions improved transdermal delivery, promoted barrier repair proteins, inhibited inflammatory cytokine secretion in cellular and 3D models, and reduced transepidermal water loss and acne in human facial skin compared to free components.

    Molecules, 2023
  • Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.

    Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
  • Enzyme-modified ginseng extract cream significantly reduced the global photo-damage score and various roughness measures including total roughness, smoothness depth, and arithmetic roughness average compared to placebo in 23 human subjects.

    Rejuvenation Research, 2015
  • A red ginseng hydrogel formulation with 1,2-hexanediol promoted selective growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis and decreased Cutibacterium acnes in 20 female subjects.

    Journal of Ginseng Research, 2022
  • A 1% fermented black ginseng cream significantly reduced eye wrinkles and brightened skin color in twenty-three human subjects compared to control cream and baseline.

    Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health. Part A, 2020
  • A facial serum containing snail secretion filtrate, Calendula officinalis, and Glycyrrhiza glabra root extract significantly reduced inflammatory acne lesions compared to placebo in 66 participants with mild-to-moderate maskne over 12 weeks.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022
  • HelixComplex snail mucus protected human keratinocytes and reconstructed human epidermis models from ozone-induced oxidative damage and pro-inflammatory response following exposure to 0.5 ppm ozone for 2 hours.

    PloS One, 2020
  • Topical treatment with Snail Secretion Filtrate significantly improves the speed and percentage of wound area closure, enhances proliferation and tissue remodeling, and reduces inflammation in a full-thickness excisional wound model in mice compared to untreated controls.

    Veterinary Sciences, 2021
  • Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021
  • Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.

    The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008
  • Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.

    Dermatologic Surgery, 2005
  • Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
  • Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.

    Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022
  • Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.

    BMC Oral Health, 2019
  • Sodium trehalose sulfate decreased transepidermal water loss and increased stratum corneum water content in participants with low stratum corneum water content when applied for 4 weeks compared to placebo.

    Skin Research and Technology, 2024
  • Topical chloramphenicol-betamethasone combined with sodium hyaluronate/trehalose/carbomer gel compared to chloramphenicol-betamethasone alone reduced most subjective symptoms at 1 week but increased blurred vision at 4 weeks following strabismus surgery in 31 patients, with no significant differences in conjunctival inflammation between treatments.

    Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 2019
  • Topical treatment with Thealoz Duo significantly improved dry eye disease symptoms, tear break-up time, and restored tear lipid layer functionality by reducing inflammatory response proteins in moderate to severe dry eye patients over 56 days.

    Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2025

Ingredients

Panax Ginseng Water Root, Water, Butylene Glycol, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Trehalose, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Centella Asiatica Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum Extract Mushroom Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Malt Extract, Sodium Polyacrylate, Adenosine, Glyceryl Acrylate Acrylic Acid Copolymer, Disodium Edta, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Forsythia Suspensa Fruit Extract, Lonicera Japonica Flower Extract Honeysuckle Flower Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the 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.

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