Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum – 0.5 fl. oz, 500‑Hour Fermented Ginseng, Hydrating Anti‑Aging

Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum is a lightweight, fast-absorbing Korean serum powered by 500-hour fermented ginseng to strengthen the skin barrier and boost radiance as the first step in your routine.

This iconic serum combines a long-fermented ginseng extract with a blend of Korean herbal ingredients and a gentle vitamin C derivative to deliver instant hydration, antioxidant support, and visible texture improvement. Designed for daily use on damp skin, it primes skin for the products that follow while addressing early signs of aging such as fine lines, uneven texture, and dullness.

How quickly will I notice hydration and texture improvements?

Results begin immediately: the formula is fast-absorbing and increases surface hydration after the first application. Short-term lab and user studies report measurable hydration and improved barrier function within days, while larger texture and radiance changes are observed with consistent use over weeks.

• Immediate: lightweight serum absorbs into damp skin for fast hydration.
• After days: improved moisture barrier and healthier cell turnover metrics reported.
• After weeks: smoother texture, more even radiance, and reduced appearance of fine lines with daily use.

What makes the 500-hour fermented ginseng unique?

The ginseng in this serum is fermented for 500 hours to optimize key bioactive components such as saponin G17, which supports a robust skin barrier. Fermentation can increase the availability of beneficial compounds, enhancing the ingredient’s performance in a preventative anti-aging formula.

• 500-hour fermentation concentrates active ginseng compounds.
• Designed to support barrier resilience and visible signs of aging.
• Combined with botanical extracts and a mild vitamin C derivative for balanced antioxidant support.

How should I use this serum in my skincare routine?

Apply this serum as the first treatment after cleansing, while skin is still slightly damp, to maximize absorption and prep skin for subsequent steps. A small pump or drop is sufficient; follow with your moisturizer and sunscreen during daytime routines.

• Step 1: Cleanse and gently pat skin until slightly damp.
• Step 2: Dispense a small amount and press evenly over face and neck.
• Step 3: Layer serums or moisturizers on top; always finish with SPF in the morning.

Is this serum suitable for all skin types and sensitivities?

The formula is formulated for broad suitability, including dry, combination, and aging skin, and uses a gentle vitamin C derivative to provide antioxidant benefits with lower irritation potential. Patch testing is recommended for very reactive skin or when combining with active treatments like retinoids or exfoliating acids.

• Gentle vitamin C derivative reduces risk of irritation compared to ascorbic acid.
• Lightweight texture works well under moisturizers and makeup.
• Safe as a daily preventative step, but patch test if you have known sensitivities.

Who is this for: Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum is aimed at anyone seeking a preventative anti-aging step that delivers immediate hydration and long-term improvements in radiance and texture. It’s especially suited to people who want a lightweight primer serum to enhance routine efficacy, those beginning an anti-aging regimen, and users looking for a non-greasy, fast-absorbing treatment compatible with various skin types.

• [PREVENTATIVE ANTI-AGING SERUM] A formula that targets existing fine lines while supporting barrier strength to help reduce future visible aging signs.
• [POWERED BY SIGNATURE INGREDIENTS] Contains 500-Hour Fermented Ginseng, a Korean herb extract complex, and a gentle Vitamin C derivative for hydration, antioxidant support, and visible refinement.
• [KOREA’S NO.1 ANTI-AGING SERUM] Recognized for efficacy and trusted globally; developed through over two decades of research and data-driven formulation.
• [PROVEN RESULTS] Instrumental and consumer studies report improved hydration, barrier repair, smoother texture, enhanced radiance, and reduced fine-line appearance with regular use.
• [FIRST STEP OF YOUR ROUTINE] Absorbs quickly into damp skin to deliver hydration and prepare skin for subsequent treatments.

Ingredients

WATER / AQUA / EAU, ALCOHOL DENAT., BUTYLENE GLYCOL, BETAINE, 1, 2-HEXANEDIOL, BIS-PEG-18, METHYL ETHER DIMETHYL SILANE, GLYCERYL POLYMETHACRYLATE, CARBOMER, PEG-60 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL, TROMETHAMINE, PROPANEDIOL, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, JUGLANS REGIA (WALNUT) SEED EXTRACT, DEXTRIN, THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) EXTRACT, SCUTELLARIA BAICALENSIS ROOT EXTRACT, FRAGRANCE / PARFUM, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, ADENOSINE, LIMONENE, METHYL TRIMETHICONE, DISODIUM EDTA, XANTHAN GUM, CELLULOSE GUM, CARRAGEENAN, HONEY / MEL / MIEL, MADECASSOSIDE, REHMANNIA GLUTINOSA ROOT EXTRACT, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, OPHIOPOGON JAPONICUS ROOT EXTRACT, PAEONIA LACTIFLORA ROOT EXTRACT, LILIUM CANDIDUM BULB EXTRACT, LINALOOL, LYCIUM CHINENSE FRUIT EXTRACT, POLYGONATUM ODORATUM RHIZOME EXTRACT, BIOSACCHARIDE GUM-1, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, ZIZIPHUS JUJUBA FRUIT EXTRACT, NELUMBO NUCIFERA FLOWER EXTRACT, PUERARIA LOBATA ROOT EXTRACT, NATTO GUM, GLYCYRRHIZA URALENSIS (LICORICE) ROOT EXTRACT, PRUNUS MUME FRUIT EXTRACT, CITRONELLOL, CITRAL, GERANIOL, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, BHT, CITRIC ACID, LENTINUS EDODES EXTRACT, TOCOPHEROL, HYDROLYZED SOYBEAN EXTRACT, PAEONIA ALBIFLORA ROOT EXTRACT, ZINGIBER OFFICINALE (GINGER) ROOT EXTRACT