Two traditional Korean ingredients, reformulated for two completely different routine moments

Why a serum and an essence water built from traditional ingredients still differ by format role

A glow serum concentrated around rice extract and alpha arbutin is formulated as a treatment-tier product, applied as a dedicated brightening step with a meaningful concentration of actives. A ginseng essence water, by contrast, is formulated at a lighter, more diluted concentration intended for frequent, even multiple-times-daily application as a hydrating, foundational layer — the traditional ingredient heritage is shared, but the formulation intent diverges by design.

What each ingredient is specifically contributing within its respective format

Rice extract and alpha arbutin in the glow serum work on brightening and tone evenness as concentrated treatment actives, while ginseng saponins in the essence water support circulation-related skin vitality and general conditioning at a gentler, more frequently-applicable dose — appropriate to an essence water's role as something reapplied throughout the day rather than a once-or-twice-daily concentrated treatment.

Using both products together according to their distinct formulation roles

Apply the ginseng essence water generously and frequently — after cleansing, as a midday refresh, even layered multiple times for extra hydration — given its lighter, more frequently-reapplicable formulation. Apply the rice-and-arbutin glow serum as a single, more deliberate treatment step once or twice daily, respecting its more concentrated, treatment-tier formulation rather than using it as liberally as the essence water.

Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum Rice + Alpha Arbutin 30ml — available on BuyBeautyKorea →

Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water 150ml — available on BuyBeautyKorea →