The Ultimate S Enriched Emulsion

Brand price

USD 155.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

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

Key Ingredients

• Fatty alcohol1

  Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.

  Cetearyl Alcohol

• Ceramide1

  Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.

  Ceramide NP

• Face oil1

  An oil formulated to be used on the face.

  Squalane

• Vitamin E1

  Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

  Tocopherol

• Panthenol (provitamin B5)1

  Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.

  Panthenol

• Centella asiatica (Cica)1

  Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.

  Madecassoside

• Peptides1

  Short amino-acid chains used as signalling actives.

  Acetyl Hexapeptide-8

Benefits

• Hydrating14

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Acetyl Heptapeptide-4, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ceramide NP, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Proanthocyanidin, Panthenol, Propanediol, Squalane, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol

• Barrier Repair24

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Hydrolyzed Proanthocyanidin, Lecithin, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Palmitic Acid, Panax Ginseng Berry Extract, Panthenol, PPG-5-LAURETH-5, Sodium Polyacrylate, Squalane, Stearic Acid, Synthetic Wax, Tocopherol

• Reduces Irritation3

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Bioflavonoids, Madecassoside, Panthenol

• Redness Reducing2

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Bioflavonoids, Madecassoside

• Anti-Aging2

  Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.

  Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Adenosine

• Firming2

  Supports elasticity and bounce.

  Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Adenosine

• Smoothing16

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Hydrolyzed Proanthocyanidin, Lecithin, Palmitic Acid, PPG-5-LAURETH-5, Sodium Polyacrylate, Squalane

• Antioxidant3

  Shields skin from free radical damage.

  Hydrolyzed Proanthocyanidin, Madecassoside, Tocopherol

• Anti-Pollution6

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Dimethicone, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Proanthocyanidin, Madecassoside, Panax Ginseng Berry Extract, Tocopherol

Concerns

• May Trigger Acne5

  Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.

  Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis18

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  Acetyl Heptapeptide-4, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Lecithin, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Palmitic Acid, PEG-100 Stearate, PEG-40 Stearate, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, PPG-5-LAURETH-5, Stearic Acid

• May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris5

  May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.

  Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Oily Skin3

  May increase shine or excess oil.

  Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Limnanthes Alba Seed Oil, Squalane

• May Worsen Irritation4

  May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.

  Benzyl Salicylate, Fragrance, Limonene, Tocopherol

• May Worsen Eczema3

  May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.

  Benzyl Salicylate, Fragrance, Limonene

• May Worsen Rosacea3

  Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.

  Benzyl Salicylate, Fragrance, Limonene

Dupes

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• Sulwhasoo The Ultimate S Cream71% match
• Sulwhasoo Essential Revitalizing Emulsion EX69% match
• Sulwhasoo Essential Firming Cream EX68% match
• Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Cream Rich68% match