Seoul 1988 Glow Serum: Niacinamide 15% + Yuja

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USD 22.00 · 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

• Face oil1

  An oil formulated to be used on the face.

  Squalane

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• Vitamin C derivative (stable)1

  Stable derivatives of ascorbic acid.

  Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• Panthenol (provitamin B5)1

  Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.

  Panthenol

• Hyaluronic acid1

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

  Sodium Hyaluronate

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

• Vitamin C1

  Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

  Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• Tranexamic acid1

  Used topically for stubborn pigmentation and melasma.

  Tranexamic Acid

Benefits

• Hydrating11

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Beta-Glucan, Butylene Glycol, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycereth-26, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Squalane, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair11

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Citrus Junos Fruit Oil, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Squalane, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation2

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Beta-Glucan, Panthenol

• Redness Reducing2

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Anti-Aging1

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Adenosine

• Firming1

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Adenosine

• Smoothing5

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Niacinamide, Squalane

• Brightening4

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Glutathione, Niacinamide, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tranexamic Acid

• Dark Spots3

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Niacinamide, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tranexamic Acid

• Even Tone2

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Acne Fighting2

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate

• Oil Control2

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Pore Refining2

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Niacinamide, Tranexamic Acid

• Antioxidant3

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopherol

• Anti-Pollution4

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Glycerin, Hydroxydecyl Ubiquinone, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Tocopherol

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne1

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis6

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin4

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Squalane

• May Worsen Irritation2

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Citrus Junos Fruit Oil, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Eczema1

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Citrus Junos Fruit Oil

• May Worsen Rosacea1

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Citrus Junos Fruit Oil

Dupes

• Numbuzin No.5+ Glutathione Vitamin Concentrated Serum78% match
• K-Secret Seoul 1988 Boosting Serum: Collagen Complex 7 + Red Ginseng77% match
• Goodal Green Tangerine Vita C E TXA Serum75% match
• Goodal Green Tangerine Vita C Dark Spot Care Serum Alpha75% match
• Beauty of Joseon Calming Barrier Serum : Green Tea-HA™ + Panthenol73% match
• Wellage Hyper PDRN Repair Ampoule73% match