Red Bean Water Gel

Description

Phaseolus angularis seed extract (Red kidney bean), AQUA, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCERIN, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, METHYL TRIMETHICONE (Silicone), ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, TROMETHAMINE, GLYCERYL GLUCOSIDE, C12-14 ALKETH-12, MALTODEXTRIN, AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (Silicone), DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER (Silicone), ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, BETAINE (Sugar), PANTHENOL (Pro-vitamin B5), ALLANTOIN (Active ingredient derived from comfrey), DIPOTASSIUM GLYCYRRHIZATE (Active ingredient derived from licorice), POLYQUATERNIUM-51, XANTHAN GUM, DISODIUM EDTA, GLYCERYL ACRYLATE/ACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER, Japanese Knotweed Root Extract, GLUCOSE (Sugar), SODIUM CITRATE, BETA-GLUCAN (Active ingredient derived from mushrooms), HYDROLYZED CORN STARCH, CITRIC ACID, SUCROSE (Sugar), CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL (Sunflower vegetable oil), TOCOPHEROL (Vitamin E), CYANOCOBALAMIN, WISTERIA (Amino acid), SERINE (Amino acid), GLUTAMIC ACID (Amino acid), MAGNESIUM ASCORBYL PHOSPHATE (Vitamin C derivative), ASPARTIC ACID (Amino acid), LEUCINE (Amino acid), ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-8 (Peptide), ALANINE (Amino acid), LYSINE (Amino acid), ARGININE (Amino acid), TYROSINE (Amino acid), PHENYLALANINE (Amino acid), PROLINE (Amino acid), THREONINE (Amino acid), VALINE (Amino acid), ISOLEUCINE (Amino acid), HISTIDINE (Amino acid), CYSTEINE (Amino acid), METHIONINE (Amino acid), SH-OLIGOPEPTIDE-1 (Epidermal growth factor), SH-OLIGOPEPTIDE-2 (Epidermal growth factor), SH-Polypeptide-1 (Peptide)

My Doctor's Diagnosis: Analysis and Target

Visit Red Bean Water Gel from Beauty of Joseon is primarily intended for combination to oily skin prone to excess sebum, dehydration, and imperfections. Its light, non-greasy, water-based gel texture makes it an ideal treatment for skin seeking hydration without overload. My analysis of the formula reveals a desire to target shine, enlarged pores, and skin sensitivity, while maintaining optimal hydration.

Formula Analysis: Key Assets

Three active ingredients stand out in this formula:

• Red bean extract (Phaseolus Angularis Seed Extract) : known for its antioxidant and sebum-regulating properties, it helps purify the skin and limit excess sebum, while providing protective polyphenols.
• Panthenol (Pro-vitamin B5) : this soothing and repairing agent promotes skin regeneration, calms irritation, and strengthens the moisture barrier.
• Beta-glucan : derived from mushrooms, it acts as a powerful moisturizer and soothing agent, stimulating skin repair and strengthening skin tolerance.

The presence of peptides and vitamin C derivatives complements the action by supporting the firmness and radiance of the complexion. The quality of the formula lies in the combination of moisturizing, soothing, and antioxidant active ingredients, without any occlusive overload.

Tips and Application Ritual

I apply this gel in the morning and/or evening, on clean skin, after serum and before sunscreen in the morning. It is compatible with most active ingredients, including niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and antioxidants. I avoid layering it with products that are very rich in silicones or powerful exfoliants to preserve the lightness of the texture and skin tolerance.

My Final Verdict & Safety Opinion

This gel stands out for its fresh texture, rapid absorption, and mattifying effect. It provides effective hydration without leaving a greasy residue, while being gentle on sensitive skin. The only possible downside is the presence of silicones, which may not be suitable for everyone. In conclusion, it is an excellent choice for moisturizing, soothing, and balancing combination to oily skin.