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

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!

My skin has more than enough oil (Combo, Acne Prone) but not nearly enough water (Dehydrated). This product is simple but effective. I’ve used it for years in various skincare routines and have always had a good experience. It soothes my skin and doesn’t irritate my sensitive cheeks or make them red. It doesn’t give me breakouts. It meshes well with my other products. I have no complaints.If you’re curious, here’s my routine:AMBeauty of Joseon Plum CleanserThis ProductCosrx Snail Mucin EssenceBeauty of Joseon Red Bean Water Gel MoisturizerHero Cosmetics Green tinted sunscreen or St. Mege rice sunscreenPMElf melting balm (if I wore makeup)Plum Cleanser (CeraVe cream to foam cleanser if I wore makeup)Curology prescription (not paid to say this, they truly helped my skin more than any dermatologist)Red Bean Gel Moisturizer

I’ve been using the Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner for a few months now, and it has quickly become a staple in my skincare routine. It’s lightweight, yet incredibly hydrating—perfect for layering without feeling greasy or sticky. One of the things I appreciate most is its minimalist ingredient list, which makes it ideal for sensitive skin. There’s no fragrance, alcohol, or unnecessary additives, just pure hydration.The texture is a little thicker than water, almost like a light gel, which absorbs beautifully into the skin. I use it after cleansing and sometimes apply two or three layers for extra moisture. It calms redness, helps with dry patches, and gives my skin a healthy, plump look.Highly recommend for anyone dealing with dryness, sensitivity, or just looking to simplify and hydrate their skincare routine. A little goes a long way, so the bottle lasts a while too—definitely worth the price!

This is a nice toner if you do skin flooding. It feels nice but maybe a bit sticky at times. It goes away after I moisturize tho. I like it esp for the price.

So far I like this. It has a thick but watery texture, less creamy than Laneige and some of the other brands I have tried, but still leaves my skin feeling very nice. I pat a few drops all over my face after cleansing, then add a little more around my eyes. I do not notice any scent, and it is very nice in the AM, under sunscreen and makeup. It sinks in fast, but moisturizes well without making my skin look too wet, shiny, or greasy. I don’t notice any fragrance. Price is great, I love that the Korean brands are still so affordable.

I’ve never liked toners- I have psoriasis and really sensitive skin and they’ve always dried out my skin, caused redness, burned, and just felt like I was putting alcohol on my face; BUT THIS ONE… this one feels like a serum in a (thickish) water form, and it leaves my skin feeling clean and ultra moisturized! After applying this toner I put my moisturizer on and it’s like I have an extremely lightweight, thin, invisible face mask on that lasts hours. Would recommend. Love it, best toner ever.

I share my Amazon account with my husband and this is a review from my personal experience of this product. I purchase this after I overused actives on my face. I’m new to retinol so I used that and vitamin c one night and I woke up like a prune. I was looking for a way to hydrate my face without irritating it. This was the perfect help. I used this toner and it provided much needed hydration. I love it and it will remain a staple in my skincare routine.

I ordered this by accident. After seeing reviews I decided to try it. I'm 70 years old. It is too drying for me.