Q: What skin types is the Red Bean Water Gel best for?
This lightweight gel moisturiser works well for all skin types, but is particularly recommended for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin. It is an excellent choice for anyone who finds traditional cream moisturisers too heavy during the day, in warmer months, or in humid climates.
Q: What is Haenam Red Bean Extract and why is it used?
Haenam Red Bean (Phaseolus Angularis) is a traditional Korean ingredient celebrated for its rich saponin content. Saponins are natural compounds that effectively absorb excess sebum, clarify pores, and help maintain the skin's optimal oil-moisture balance. At 44% concentration, it is the hero ingredient in this formula and what makes this gel especially effective for oily and sebum-prone skin.
Q: What is the Peptide Complex and what does it do?
This formula contains a triple growth factor peptide complex — SH-Oligopeptide-1 (EGF / Epidermal Growth Factor), SH-Oligopeptide-2 (IGF / Insulin-like Growth Factor), and SH-Polypeptide-1 (bFGF / Basic Fibroblast Growth Factor). Together, they help stimulate collagen production, maintain optimal skin growth factor levels, improve skin elasticity, and visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline) further targets expression lines.
Q: Can I use this gel moisturiser both morning and night?
Yes. The Red Bean Water Gel is perfectly suited for both your morning and evening skincare routines. It is especially loved as a daytime moisturiser as it controls oil, layers well under makeup, and keeps skin fresh and balanced throughout the day without heaviness.
Q: Is it suitable for sensitive or easily irritated skin?
Yes. Despite being formulated for oily skin, this gel is also suitable for sensitive and easily irritated skin. Allantoin, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, and Panthenol provide soothing, calming, and barrier-repairing benefits. The formula is free from harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, and sulfates.
Q: Does it contain fragrance?
No. This gel is completely fragrance-free, making it safe and comfortable for sensitive skin types and daily use.
Q: Is it vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes. The Red Bean Water Gel is vegan-certified and cruelty-free. Beauty of Joseon and its parent company have confirmed cruelty-free status.
Q: Can pregnant women use it?
Please consult your primary care doctor before use during pregnancy, due to hormonal changes and potential skin sensitivities.
Q: What products pair well with this moisturiser?
For maximum pore-refining and sebum control benefits, use this gel after the Red Bean Refreshing Pore Mask 1–2 times per week. In your daily routine, apply after your toner, essence, and serum as the final moisturising step before SPF in the morning.
Q: When will I see results?
The hydrating and oil-balancing benefits are immediate from the very first application. With consistent daily use, visible improvements in skin bounce, smoothness, pore appearance, and overall complexion balance are typically noticed within 3–4 weeks.