Seoul 1988 Daily Gel Cleanser: Retinal Liposome + Pear

Brand price

USD 16.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

Key Ingredients

• Ceramide3

  Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.

  Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP

• Colloidal oatmeal1

  Finely milled oat — an FDA-recognised skin protectant.

  Avena Sativa Kernel Extract

• Retinoid1

  Vitamin A derivatives that speed cell turnover.

  Retinal

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid

• Hyaluronic acid2

  Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.

  Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

Benefits

• Hydrating11

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Glycerin, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Propanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sorbitol

• Barrier Repair13

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Glycerin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Phytosphingosine, Pyrus Pyrifolia Fruit Extract, Zea Mays Starch

• Reduces Irritation2

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract

• Redness Reducing2

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Niacinamide, Urtica Dioica Extract

• Anti-Aging2

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Adenosine, Retinal

• Firming1

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Adenosine

• Smoothing8

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Brassica Campestris Sterols, Cholesterol, Citric Acid, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Pyrus Pyrifolia Fruit Extract, Retinal

• Brightening1

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Niacinamide

• Dark Spots1

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Niacinamide

• Even Tone1

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting2

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide, Retinal

• Oil Control3

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Niacinamide, Retinal, Urtica Dioica Extract

• Pore Refining2

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Niacinamide, Urtica Dioica Extract

• Exfoliating1

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid

• Antioxidant3

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Hydroxyacetophenone, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

• Anti-Pollution5

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Glycerin, Hydroxyacetophenone, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Zea Mays Starch

Concerns

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis12

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Aluminum/Magnesium Hydroxide Stearate, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Coco-Betaine, Coco-Glucoside, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Phosphatidylcholine, Phytosphingosine, Phytosteryl/Behenyl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate

• May Worsen Oily Skin1

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil

• May Worsen Irritation1

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Fragrance

• May Worsen Eczema1

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Fragrance

• May Worsen Rosacea1

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Fragrance

Dupes

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