Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Moist Sun Serum for mature skin
Panax Ginseng Extract
Niacinamide
Sodium Hyaluronate
Ethylhexyl Triazone
Adenosine
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- LowNormal Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- Low RiskSafety
A weak match for mature skin; the sunscreens alongside fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. 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
- Offers excellent sun protection due to uv filters like diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate and ethylhexyl triazone, but its benefits for wrinkles and fine lines are minimal as ingredients like glycerin and tocopherol only offer general skincare.
- The presence of alcohol makes it moderately unsuitable for normal skin as it can be drying, and it lacks significant humectants or emollients to support skin hydration.
- The product is generally safe for your normal skin, with a low risk of irritation from alcohol.
How to apply
- Apply this moisturizing sunscreen daily in your AM routine. Reapply every two hours if you are staying outdoors.
- Use this product as the final step in your morning routine after applying your moisturizer.
- Smooth an even layer over your face and neck, making sure to avoid rubbing too hard.
- Apply this moisturizing sunscreen on completely dry skin after your moisturizer has fully absorbed.
- Avoid direct contact with your eyes and do a patch test before your very first use.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 600+ reviewsThis product is widely praised as a hybrid skincare-sunscreen with a lightweight, gel-like texture that leaves no white cast, making it ideal for dry or dehydrated skin types seeking a "glass skin" glow. It is polarizing for those with oily skin due to its potentially greasy finish, and sensitive users frequently cite eye stinging and a strong herbal fragrance as significant drawbacks.
Highlights
No white cast Mostly Mentioned
- “Applies seamlessly and does not leave a white cast.”
- “Completely invisible... suitable for dark skin.”
- “Transparent color with a slight yellowish tint that disappears.”
- “No issues at all with white cast.”
Dewy glass skin finish Often Mentioned
- “Imparts a gorgeous glow that's never sticky.”
- “Leaves a feathery, light, moisturized finish.”
- “Gives that glass skin look.”
- “Skin looks plump and glowy immediately after application.”
Lightweight gel texture Often Mentioned
- “Applies like a thicker bouncy serum and sinks in effortlessly.”
- “Gel-like texture is very smooth and lightweight.”
- “Melts into my skin and absorbs instantly.”
- “Spreads so well... really refreshing to use.”
Greasy on oily skin Often Mentioned
- “Just makes me look greasy... sits on top.”
- “Too dewy/shiny for my oily combination skin.”
- “Finish is somewhat too dewy... deeming it too shiny.”
- “Looks like I just applied makeup in a bad way.”
Added skincare benefits Sometimes Noted
- “Ginseng extract deeply hydrates my skin.”
- “Niacinamide helps with brightening and pore care.”
- “Feels like a moisturizer... helps diminish wrinkles.”
- “Nourishing and enhances skin elasticity.”
Convenient pump packaging Sometimes Noted
- “Love the airless pump, very convenient to use.”
- “Pump makes applying the necessary amount easier.”
- “Hygienic and easy to travel with.”
- “Sturdy packaging that doesn't spill.”
Stings eyes Sometimes Noted
- “Burns your eyes SO MUCH.”
- “Had to remove it immediately because of the burning.”
- “Can sting eyes... sensitive eyes should be careful.”
- “Caused tearing and irritation throughout the day.”
Strong herbal scent Sometimes Noted
- “Scent is unique... includes jasmine and baby dolls.”
- “Find the scent overpowering... not a fan.”
- “Has a distinct ginseng smell.”
- “Smell is initially very strong but dissipates.”
Potential irritation Rarely Noted
- “Face will be red and burning for five minutes.”
- “Broke me out... contains olive oil and essential oils.”
- “Contains alcohol that could irritate sensitive skin.”
- “Not for sensitive skin... caused redness.”
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Questions and answers
Why is Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Moist Sun Serum a weak match for mature skin?
This product is a weak match because it contains alcohol that may dry out mature skin, while lacking enough deeply nourishing ingredients and targeted wrinkle treatments. Sunscreens for mature skin need rich hydrators, antioxidants, and smoothing ingredients to keep the skin soft and firm.
Which ingredients make this serum a poor fit for mature skin?
This serum is a weak match for mature skin because alcohol may be drying, and it lacks the rich hydrators and targeted anti-aging ingredients that this skin needs.
What does Panax Ginseng Extract do for mature skin?
Panax ginseng extract helps smooth fine lines, keeps skin soft by holding onto moisture, and improves firmness by supporting collagen. It may also reduce the look of sun damage and wrinkles over time.
Journal of Ginseng Research, 2017Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2007
What does Niacinamide do for mature skin?
Niacinamide helps mature skin by smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles, reducing dark spots, and improving overall skin elasticity. It is also very well tolerated and supports a strong skin barrier to keep skin looking healthy.
Where does this serum go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
This moisturizing spf goes in the morning routine after your moisturizer as the final sun protection step. Mature skin needs products with powerful wrinkle-smoothing ingredients and rich hydrating agents to keep the skin soft and smooth.
Can I use this serum with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this sunscreen in the morning after your moisturizer, but it is a weak match for mature skin because it lacks deep hydrators to keep skin plump. Mature skin needs a moisturizing sunscreen packed with rich hydrators and firming ingredients to smooth fine lines.
How often should I use this serum?
This product is a weak match for mature skin because its benefits for wrinkles are minimal and it lacks significant hydrating ingredients to support dry areas. A product of this type needs rich moisturizers and firming actives like peptides and antioxidants to help smooth and nourish mature skin.
Can this serum clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This serum is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for mature skin, although alcohol in the formula may be drying. A sunscreen for this skin needs rich moisturizers and firming ingredients to smooth fine lines and keep dry skin soft and plump.
Is this serum fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no fragrance and contains drying alcohol (alcohol).
What the research says
A topical sunscreen containing octyl triazone, phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, and methylbenzylidene camphor prevented UVB-induced suppression of intercellular adhesion molecule-1 expression and mixed-lymphocyte reaction in epidermal cell cultures compared to control sunscreens with comparable SPF lacking octyl triazone.
Toxicology in Vitro, 1994A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Benzyl Alcohol, Benzoic Acid, and Sodium Benzoate can be used safely in cosmetic formulations at concentrations up to 5%, and Benzyl Alcohol is safe up to 10% in hair dyes, despite causing nonimmunologic contact reactions.
International Journal of Toxicology, 2001Enzyme-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, 2015A 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, 2022A 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, 2020Topical 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, 2021Topical 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, 2008Topical 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, 2005Topical 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, 2011Topical 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, 2022Treatment 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, 2019Microencapsulation of ethylhexyl triazone in lipid microparticles significantly reduced its in vivo human stratum corneum penetration by 45.7% compared to the nonencapsulated sunscreen.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2019Topical adenosine treatment significantly increased the anagen hair growth rate and thick hair rate compared to placebo in Japanese women with female pattern hair loss over 12 months.
The Journal of Dermatology, 2008Topical application of a disodium adenosine monophosphate-based formulation reduced wrinkles and hyperpigmentation while improving hydration, barrier function, skin lifting, and epidermal turnover in female participants.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2026Adenosine and cordycepin stimulate the Wnt/beta-catenin signaling pathway through adenosine receptor and PKA activation, promoting cell proliferation, migration, and growth factor secretion in cultured dermal fibroblasts.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2021
Ingredients
Water, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Dibutyl Adipate, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol, Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Alcohol, Acrylates Copolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Niacinamide, Phenethyl Benzoate, Panax Ginseng Extract Berry, Panax Ginseng Stem Extract Leaf, Silica, Methylpropanediol, Olea Europaea Oil Fruit Olive Oil Fruit, Amyris Balsamifera Oil Bark, Angelica Archangelica Oil Root, Citrus Aurantium Amara Oil Twig Leaf, Ferula Galbaniflua Oil Resin, Jasmine Oil, Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate, Polysilicone-15, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dibutyl Lauroyl Glutamide, Pentylene Glycol, Dibutyl Ethylhexanoyl Glutamide, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Vp Copolymer, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, C30-45 Alkyldimethylsilyl Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Hydroxyacetophenone, Adenosine, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Ethyl Hexanediol, Tocopherol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Xanthan Gum, Disodium Edta
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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