Ginseng Essence Water

serum · 150 ml · Skincare

Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water is free of fragrance, essential oils, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 24-ingredient list, with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid and glycerin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: brands reformulate, so match this list to the one on your pack.

Fragrance-free
No essential oils
No labelled fragrance allergens
No drying alcohol
Sulfate-free
Silicone-free
Paraben-free
No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Ginseng Essence Water

Niacinamide
Vitamin B3; helps with oil, redness, uneven tone and the barrier.
Hyaluronic acid
A humectant that pulls water into the top layer of skin.
Glycerin
A classic humectant that keeps skin hydrated.
Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5)
Soothes and helps skin and hair hold moisture.
Allantoin
A soothing, softening ingredient.

Full ingredient list, decoded

24 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

1WaterAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
3GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
4PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
5NiacinamideNiacinamide is a form of vitamin B3 used in skincare and haircare to help with oil,…
61,2-Hexanediol1,2-Hexanediol is a small, clear liquid that acts as a solvent, a humectant and a…
7Panax Ginseng Root Water
8HydroxyacetophenoneHydroxyacetophenone is a preservative-support ingredient that helps protect a formula…
9Glyceryl Glucoside
10PanthenolPanthenol is a form of vitamin B5 that the skin and hair convert to pantothenic acid.…
11Xanthan GumXanthan Gum is a thickener and stabilizer made by fermenting sugar with a bacterium. It…
12AllantoinAllantoin is a white crystalline powder that soothes and softens skin and is widely…
13Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
14Adenosine
15Dextrin
16Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract
17Disodium EDTADisodium EDTA is a salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid, a chelating agent that…
18GlucoseGlucose is a simple sugar, usually made from corn or other starches. In skincare it…
19Panax Ginseng Callus Culture Extract
20Panax Ginseng Root Extract
21Panax Ginseng Berry Extract
22EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
23Lactobacillus/Panax Ginseng Root Ferment Filtrate
24Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…

Source: Beauty of Joseon product page, beautyofjoseon.com/products/ginseng-essence-water, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

Check	Result	Ingredients found
Fragrance	None listed	—
Essential oils	None listed	—
Labelled fragrance allergens	None listed	—
Drying alcohol	None listed	—
Sulfates	None listed	—
Silicones	None listed	—
Parabens	None listed	—
MI / MCI	None listed	—
Formaldehyde releasers	None listed	—
Mineral oil & petrolatum	None listed	—
Lanolin	None listed	—
Chemical UV filters	None listed	—

Frequently asked questions

Is Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water fragrance-free?

Yes. Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water good for?

By its ingredient list it fits sensitive skin, eczema-prone skin, contact dermatitis and perfume allergy: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Niacinamide, Hyaluronic acid, Glycerin and Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5).