Pyunkang Yul[PKY] Essence Toner for Deep Hydration, Highly Concentrated Essence Facial Toner, Minimal Ingredients, Zero-Irritation, Korean Skincare (6.8 Fl. Oz, 200ml)

Unlike most toners, this one is more thicker than the rest. Definitely does the trick of hydrating your skin especially paired with a good moisturizer. I got the smaller bottle but still have more and I brought it about 3 weeks ago so I’m happy about that. Also, pairs well with the Dr Jart Ceramide skin barrier cream. I will be repurchasing .

I've used this essence on-and-off for years and keep coming back, especially when my skin is irritated or damaged. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a super simple, hydrating essence that will not irritate sensitive or acne-prone skin. If you are looking for anything other than just hydration, I would skip.Description: The essence is unscented, and little bit thicker than a typical starting essence, but still lightweight; I would consider it medium weight, sitting somewhere between an essence and toner. The texture is somewhat slick, pats/rubs in easily and drys down relatively quickly but can still be felt on the skin after application.Ingredients: It only contains 7 ingredients, with Astragalus Membranaceous root water being the star of the show. Astragalus is an herb often used in traditional Chinese medicine and purportedly has anti-inflammatory effects, but research is still limited. This is what seems to make it effective for sensitive (rosacea, eczema, seb derm, etc.) and acne-prone skin. The remainder of the ingredients are aimed at hydration and include humectants, thickening agents, and an amino acid (argine). Argine technically provides antioxidant and collagen-boosting benefits, but it's listed as the last ingredient so I would not purchase this product based on those benefits.How to use: I would recommend using this as a starting essence to prime your skin for the rest of your skin care. If you are super dry, or have a damaged skin barrier, you will need additional hydration, such as a serum or hydrating moisturizer. If you are using an exfoliating toner, such as the PC Sal Acid or TO Glycolic Acid, I would use this after the toner because it is thicker than either of those.Skin type: dry, sensitive, rosacea, eczemaPros: hydrating, unscented, soothingCons: limited use – hydration only

so hydrating! As soon as i put it on my skins color picks up. Not irritating at all. Using with adaplene gel & retinAl - my skin is glassy, with no pores or blackheads in sight after a few weeks. highly recommend!

I love the viscous texture of this toner! Usually I use this after I wax my face, by soaking it onto toner pads and leaving it on like a mask. I notice a significant difference in my skin’s redness, and overall recovery time, when I do and don’t use this toner afterwards. I also find it really hydrating, and it’s part of my recovery routine when my skin has visible dryness.

I live in the Midwest and have dry sensitive skin. This is one of my holy grail skincare products that I have purchased several times. I will always buy this when I run out. It has no fragrance, it’s very hydrating, and it’s a runny serum/gel like toner that just soaks in right away to make your skin feel instantly that boost of hydration. I always recommend this gentle product to people who suffer from dry skin.

I've been using the product for over a month, twice a day! I'm always very thorough with my skincare since I suffer with rosacea and sensitive skin, so I'm leaving a VERY detailed review for those who want an in-depth look!I first saw this product while looking for essence on Amazon. After doing research and seeing my favorite dermatologist (Cassandra Bankson) suggest it for rosacea sufferers, I had to try it!!!!NOTE!!!:During this, I was also trying out these products at the same time which may have boosted results (I will be reviewing as well):-Paula's Choice Hydrating Gel to Cream Cleanser-Doppeltree RENEW Overnight Facial Mask with Aloe Vera Gel & Hyaluronic Acid----------------------------Performance- 10/10-This product is incredibly gentle on the skin! For those who suffer with rosacea or sensitive skin but wish to still use a toner, then this is the product for you! Make sure your skin is moist before applying to get the best results!-My favorite part about this product is that there is no fragrance or alcohol added. Fragrance in general is bad for any skin type. Sure it smells nice, but can be an irritant that leads to hives, redness, and itchy skin. Alcohol (not to be confused with Fatty Alcohols) in products can dry out skin, disrupt the skin barrier, and strains the skin, making it weak. Alcohol is often used for product to dry faster and degrease the skin. So if you have dry or sensitive skin, this product is safe! ALSO: If you happen to have Malassezia (fungal acne) this product is also safe to use!-Note: Toners all together should be avoided by rosacea sufferers and those with sensitive or dry skin, so always go for essence instead! Toners focus more on PH balance and often contain alcohol which is harmful to those with rosacea and sensitive skin. Essence is more for hydration. And when your skin is hydrated, it is able to absorb products better!----------------------------Consistency/Quality- 10/10-It feels very smooth, almost like a serum, and glides along the skin seamlessly. It dries fairly quick as well and works best when the skin is moist (like with any skincare product). The product never separates, but I always tend to shake it before each use just in case!----------------------------Ingredients- 9/10-What I love a lot about this product is that there are only 7 ingredients! With any good skincare product, always use the K.I.S.S system: Keep It Simple Stupid! The less ingredients, the more like it is to be better for you! I also love that this product has Astragalus and Arginine. Just sad that Arginine isn't higher up on the ingredient list (meaning there is less of it in the product).-There are quite a few ingredients that don't hurt but don't really help with the skin, though they MAY have SOME properties. BUT- all of the ingredients listed are safe for sensitive and rosacea prone skin! A lot of hydrating properties, so if you have dryer skin, a bonus! Like I mentioned before, there is no alcohol and no fragrances!-Note: All my research for each ingredient is done through using "Paula's Choice Ingredient Dictionary", "INCIDecoder", and "SpecialChem". I highly recommend using these websites to do deeper dives on ingredients in your skincare! I also used "National Institutes of Health (NIH)" for one of these ingredients.~Ingredient Overview~-Astragalus Membranaceus Root Extract (Astragalus/Milk-vetch root extract, herb)- Antioxidant, emollient, skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, contains antiviral properties.-1,2-Hexanediol (a chemical relative to propylene glycol)-Synthetic preservative, solvent, moisture binding agent. But, is hydrating!-Butylene Glycol (1,3-Butanediol, organic compound)-Texture enhancer, humectant, solvent, penetration booster. But, is hydrating and MAY also decrease roughness on the surface of skin.-Bis-PEG-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane (Silicon-based polymer/Silicone)-Skin conditioning agent, surfactant, foam booster, moisturizer.- Fun fact- Silicone is completely safe for your skin in cosmetics! (Source: Bains, Pooja, and Simplepreet Kaur. “Silicone in Dermatology: An Update.” Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 28 Apr. 2023,)-Hydroxyethylcellulose (Chemical compound, naturally derived from cellulose)-Texture enhancer, film-forming agent, pH Adjuster/Stabilizer, natural thickener. Completely safe for skin.-Carbomer (Polyacrylic acid, a series of polymers that derive from acrylic acid)-Texture enhancer, pH adjuster/stabilizer, thickener. Can increase skin permeation and retention of key active ingredients. Completely safe for skin up to 15% concentrate.-Arginine (Amino Acid naturally present in the body)-Hydrating, anti-aging, antioxidant benefits, repairing for visible skin damage, key role in skin’s natural production of replenishing substances such as proline and urea.----------------------------Value For Money- 10/10-Perfect value for your money! Real bang for your buck! It's been a month and I still have plenty after using it twice a day everyday!----------------------------Overall- 10/10!!!-This is a great product! I enjoy it greatly and believe those who suffer with rosacea, dry skin, and/or sensitive will enjoy it too! No fragrance, no alcohol, just 7 ingredients, and as gentle as ever! Absolutely love this!