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Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum VI Is an Update On a Beloved K-Beauty Product

The best-selling prep step got a boost from ginseng.
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TL;DR:

  • What it is: An antioxidant K-Beauty prep step
  • What it does: Hydrates, brightens, and soothes skin
  • Who it’s for: Anyone looking to add a boost of radiance and hydration to their skin care routine

Sulwhasoo’s original First Care Activating Serum is so popular that one sells every 10 seconds. It’s a beloved prep step in K-beauty routines that’s meant to be applied right after cleansing, and it is packed with ingredients to hydrate (lotus), soothe (white lily), and brighten (the flowering plant Solomon’s seal). Now, the serum is also antioxidant: Sulwhasoo updated its classic formula with antioxidant ginseng to create First Care Activating Serum VI. Apply the serum on clean, dry skin (morning and/or night) and layer your usual products on top.

Sulwhasoo’s First Care Activating Serum is a part of our product lineup for March. Subscribe to Allure Beauty Box and get editor-approved picks in makeup, skincare, hair care, and fragrance delivered right to your door every month.