This Just In: September's Top 10 Korean Serums

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No editors, panels, or sponsorships – our analysis is based solely on Korean consumers’ voices and opinions.

Why are Korean serums so popular?

Korean serums (also known as ampoules) are highly regarded for their unique formulations and ability to hyper-target a wide variety of skin concerns. Korean serums often focus on the pillars of glass skin to improve hydration, skin barrier strength, and skin texture. Round out your skincare regimen by incorporating serums that correspond to each of your skin’s needs.

These serums are what Korean consumers are raving about in Korea today.

FATION
Key Benefits:

• Contains a patented Heparin RX Complex that is twice as effective as traditional soothing ingredients for rapid skin relief.
• Includes Sodium Heparin to help soothe and repair damaged skin barriers efficiently.
• Suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin, improving skin’s oil balance with each use.

Skin Concerns: Acne, Sensitivity, Sebum
$20.44
numbuzin
Key Benefits:

• Enriched with Galactomyces-Bifida, the serum moisturizes the skin and enhances its elasticity.
• Aims to brighten dull skin and restore skin elasticity for a more youthful appearance.
• Formulated to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Skin Concerns: Dullness, Wrinkles, Aging, Dryness, Sensitivity
S.NATURE
Key Benefits:

• Provides deep hydration and lifting effect to improve wrinkles through its aqua collagen peptide triple gel essence.
• Enhances skin elasticity and promotes a clear, translucent complexion.
• Formulated with 8 types of hyaluronic acid, collagen, and peptides for effective anti-wrinkle care.

Skin Concerns: Wrinkles, Aging, Dryness, Sensitivity
$32.51
goodal
Key Benefits:

• Infused with 70% tangerine extract for brightened, spotless skin
• Niacinamide and arbutin target dark spots, enhancing skin radiance
• Hydrates and soothes with centella and chamomile extracts

Skin Concerns: Pigmentation, Unevenness, Sensitivity
$23.21
Torriden
Key Benefits:

•Hydrates deeply with low molecular hyaluronic acid and 5D complex
•Quick-absorbing, non-sticky finish for refreshed skin
•Soothes skin with D-Panthenol, Allantoin, and Madecassoside

Skin Concerns: Dryness, Sensitivity
$20.05
WELLAGE
Key Benefits:

• Enhances skin hydration with 100% pure hyaluronic acid
• Forms a 9-layer moisture barrier for deep hydration
• Boosts skin radiance and texture with low molecular weight HA

Skin Concerns: Dryness
$24.73
BRINGGREEN
Key Benefits:

• Contains 1.2% Zinc Teca for 5x stronger soothing effect
• Visible improvement in blemishes and skin texture within 3 days
• Ideal for sensitive skin, reduces redness and pore appearance

Skin Concerns: Pigmentation, Blemishes, Pores, Sensitivity, Redness
SUNGBOON EDITOR
Key Benefits:

•Improves pore appearance with Green Tomato Extract after just one use
•Hydrates and firms skin with Hyaluronic Acid and Hydrolyzed Collagen
•Brightens and revitalizes complexion with Niacinamide and Daisy Flower Extract

Skin Concerns: Pores, Dryness, Aging, Sensitivity
$42.63
ROUND LAB
Key Benefits:

• Improves the skin barrier and soothes irritated skin effectively.
• Provides immediate hydration with triple hyaluronic acid for thorough moisturizing care.
• Leaves a fresh finish on the skin due to its concentrated water gel texture that spreads smoothly.

Skin Concerns: Dryness, Sensitivity, Sun Damage
$21.80

And that's it! These are September's best Korean serums according to Korean consumers.

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