This gel-cream moisturizer from Hanyul is designed to be a daily dose of calm for stressed skin. It uses a blend of Artemisia, Centella Asiatica (Cica), Niacinamide, and Panthenol to hydrate, soothe, and strengthen the skin barrier. Its lightweight texture makes it suitable for various skin types, including those prone to breakouts.
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$15.00
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4.6 / 5
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4.6 / 5 overall fit
A lightweight, soothing moisturizer that hydrates and calms stressed, breakout-prone skin with a blend of artemisia, cica, and vitamins.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
A daily lightweight moisturizer infused with Korean artemisia, cica, and vitamins B5 and B3 to intensely hydrate and soothe stressed, breakout-prone skin.
After toner and serum, gently massage a dime-size amount onto your face and neck.
Use morning and night.
Try pairing with Artemisia Soothing Toner Pads (sold separately) for extra soothing hydration.
What Glass adds
A solid choice for anyone needing a gentle, hydrating moisturizer that also targets redness and supports barrier health. The combination of artemisia and cica is a classic for calming, and the addition of niacinamide and panthenol adds brightening and barrier-strengthening benefits. It's a good all-rounder for sensitive or reactive skin.
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Routine fit
Apply this gel-cream after your toner and serum steps. Gently massage a small amount onto your face and neck. It can be used both in the morning and at night. For an enhanced soothing experience, consider pairing it with Hanyul's Artemisia Soothing Toner Pads.
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Routine fit
Morning and Night
This moisturizer is suitable for both morning and evening use, providing consistent hydration and calming benefits throughout the day and night.
Glass rating
A lightweight, soothing moisturizer that hydrates and calms stressed, breakout-prone skin with a blend of artemisia, cica, and vitamins.
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The base of the formulation.
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Humectant
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Draws moisture into the skin.
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A common solvent and humectant that helps with product texture and hydration.
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Emollient
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Provides a smooth feel and helps to soften the skin.
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Soothing Agent
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A key ingredient known for its calming and hydrating properties.
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Emollient
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Provides a lightweight, silky feel and can help with spreadability.
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Active
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Vitamin B3 that helps brighten, improve skin texture, and support the skin barrier.
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Brightening, barrier support, texture improvement
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Can cause flushing or irritation in some individuals at higher concentrations, though this formulation is likely moderate.
Emollient
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A silicone derivative that provides a smooth feel and can help with skin conditioning.
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A solvent and humectant that also has antimicrobial properties.
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Softens and smooths the skin.
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Active
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Pro-vitamin B5 that moisturizes, soothes, and aids in skin barrier repair.
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Helps to create a stable emulsion of oil and water.
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Emollient
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A synthetic emollient that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel.
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Emulsifier
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Helps to stabilize the emulsion and provides a pleasant texture.
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Emollient
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A fatty acid that helps to condition and soften the skin.
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Thickener
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Helps to thicken the product and improve its texture.
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A polymer that can help with skin conditioning and texture.
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Texturizer
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A silicone derivative that gives a smooth, matte finish.
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A fatty acid that helps to condition and soften the skin.
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A fatty alcohol that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
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Emulsifier
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A gentle emulsifier derived from plant sugars.
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Fragrance
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Adds scent to the product. Can be irritating for sensitive skin.
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Potential for irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
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Helps to stabilize the emulsion and has skin-conditioning properties.
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Emollient
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A fatty alcohol that helps to soften and smooth the skin.
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A humectant that helps to draw moisture to the skin.
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A gentle emulsifier derived from plant sugars.
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Preservative
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A preservative that also has skin-conditioning properties.
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Chelating Agent
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Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of the product by binding to metal ions.
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A solvent and humectant that helps improve product texture and hydration.
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A natural emulsifier that can also help with skin conditioning.
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Preservative
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A probiotic-derived ingredient that can help preserve the formula and offer skin benefits.
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A sugar that can help attract and retain moisture.
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Antioxidant
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Vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps protect the skin from environmental damage.
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Emulsifier
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1.0 / 10
A derivative of inulin that helps stabilize emulsions and can have skin-conditioning effects.
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Stability, skin conditioning
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Soothing Agent
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A key ingredient known for its calming and hydrating properties.
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Soothing, hydration
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Soothing Agent
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1.0 / 10
Also known as Cica, it's renowned for its ability to soothe, heal, and strengthen the skin barrier.
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Soothing, barrier repair, redness reduction
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FAQ
Yes, the formula contains soothing ingredients like Artemisia and Centella Asiatica, and is noted as hypoallergenic, making it a good option for sensitive skin. However, always patch-test if you have very reactive skin, especially due to the fragrance.
Yes, this is a lightweight gel-cream moisturizer that is non-comedogenic and targets breakout-prone skin. It provides hydration without feeling heavy or clogging pores.
The main benefits include intense hydration, soothing of stressed and irritated skin, redness reduction, and strengthening of the skin barrier, thanks to ingredients like Artemisia, Cica, Niacinamide, and Panthenol.
