isoi Sebum Care Essence Lotion
Ingredients and claims, checked
Last checked September 13, 2026
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What is it like at a glance?
What the ingredients do
Hydration leads, with 7 of 34 ingredients. It also contains Silica.
By skin type
- DryNot a fit
- OilyGood fit
- CombinationGood fit
- SensitiveUse with care
Piboo’s rating from user reports.
What is this product?
- What to expect
- It's made for better hydration and less visible pores.
- Key ingredients
- Silica, Centella Asiatica Extract, Trehalose
- When
- Morning and evening
A fresh, lightweight lotion. It sinks in easily and leaves a light moisture layer. It comes in a 70 ml size.
Who is it for?
Less suited to
- Skin prone to fungal acne
What's good, and what to watch for?
Good points
- Trehalose, Betaine and Panthenol add moisture
- Centella Asiatica Extract and Allantoin calm the skin
Watch-outs
- Contains essential oil
- Has fragrance allergens (Limonene)
- Contains drying alcohol
- If you get fungal acne: Jojoba seed oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
How do you use it?
- Where in your routine
- After cleansing and toner, as the lotion step: about 1 ml smoothed in until absorbed
- Pairs well with
- A plain sunscreen in the morning
- A richer cream on dry areas only
- Don't combine with
- A high strength acid or retinoid applied in the same step
What is in it?
The full ingredient list as the brand publishes it, in the printed order. Tap a name to read about that ingredient.
This brand publishes its ingredient list in Korean only. Names below are the matching INCI names from the Korean Cosmetic Association ingredient dictionary.
Key ingredientWorth a closer look
- Water
- Glycerin
- Alcohol
- Cetyl Ethylhexanoate
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
- Betaine
- Trehalose
- Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate
- Silica
- Xanthan Gum
- Hedera Helix (Ivy) Extract
- Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
- Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Extract
- Melaleuca Viridiflora Leaf Oil
- Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower/Leaf Extract
- Centella Asiatica Extract
- Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract
- Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract
- Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
- Origanum Vulgare Leaf Extract
- Chamaecyparis Obtusa Leaf Extract
- Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
- Portulaca Oleracea Extract
- Butylene Glycol
- 1,2-Hexanediol
- Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil
- Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract
- Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
- Allantoin
- Panthenol
- Carbomer
- Arginine
- Limonene
Ingredients with no mark are ones we found nothing notable about, and when marks overlap on one ingredient we show the caution first.
Our research flagged these as worth a closer look, but we could not find them by name in the list above: Niaouli Leaf Oil, Grapefruit Peel Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil
What the claims add up to
- You can expect:
- better hydration
- Only partly backed:
- less visible pores · less shine · calmer skin (amount unknown) · firmer skin
See each claim, checked (24)
Claims, checked
Oily combination skin / moisture-deficient oily skin
backed by evidenceExcess sebum becomes the cause of various skin concerns.
plausible, not testedSebum that cannot be expelled becomes blackheads- if pores are clogged, it becomes red, blotchy skin concerns- it can enlarge pores and ruin skin texture.
plausible, not testedBecause even oily skin needs moisture, keep it hydrated with desert resurrection plant power.
plausible, not testedMoisture soothing Naturo JC, essential for oily skin too.
plausible, not testedFast absorption without shine, so even moisture-deficient oily combination skin is OK!
plausible, not testedA refreshing type lotion that helps with sebum care and pore control for oily skin, providing non-drying moisture and a light application feel at the same time.
partly backedTiresome shine - just one use, immediate sebum reduction effect1)
partly backedThe desert resurrection plant trehalose ingredient, which comes back to life when watered even after 50 years of dryness, helps form a moisture barrier on parched skin.
partly backedFive plant ingredients, including centella asiatica extract, help relieve skin irritation and soothe, comforting sensitive skin.
partly backedTest for sebum cut by oil absorption / P&K Skin Clinical Research Center㈜ / 2022.12.22~12.23
partly backedHas sebum control and pore tightening effects, moisture feel is not inferior, but if you have dry skin, we recommend Excellent Lotion with better moisturizing power. If you have redness or sensitive skin, we recommend Sensitive Lotion. ※ Regardless of skin type, for those who want a refreshing feel in hot seasons, or those with a skincare routine that finishes with cream or oil, it is recommended as an intermediate step.
partly backedIn the case of the BR pore line, it manages sebum and dead skin care while also caring for skin elasticity with wrinkle-improving functionality to prevent pores from sagging. / In the case of Refreshing Lotion, it cares for pore expansion caused by excessive sebum secretion through sebum control.
partly backedRestore your oil-moisture balance with Refreshing Lotion and break free from sebum worries!
overstatedThe key to proper sebum care is making sure the skin doesn't feel dry on its own! That's why Refreshing Lotion contains only plant-derived moisture that skin loves.
overstatedZero stickiness! You can also use it with Excellent Lotion depending on the season and skin condition.
overstatedAll skin types (sensitive skin can also use)
overstatedAdded (plant-fermented ethanol) // Not added to Excellent Lotion and Sensitive Lotion // As a lotion suitable for summer use, alcohol is added for a refreshing and cool sensation // The alcohol used in Isoi products is a plant-fermented ingredient, so you can use it with confidence.
overstatedWe asked those who have used it, sebum improvement satisfaction 100%2)
no supporting source foundWorried about excess sebum? A refreshing lotion that's kind down to its ingredients.
nothing specific to checkProper sebum control ingredients from the start!
nothing specific to checkWith just Refreshing Lotion and Excellent Lotion, you're set for all four seasons!
nothing specific to checkRight now, you need Refreshing Lotion!
nothing specific to checkRefreshingly recharge moisture.
nothing specific to check
We quote each claim exactly as the brand published it, then check it against the ingredient list and the brand's own documents.
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