AESTURA Theracne365 Active Serum 30ml
For a sebum-and-texture routine, compare serum and toner ingredients.
Best for
Someone comparing an acid-containing serum for oily, uneven-feeling skin while checking alcohol and botanical oils.
Format
Serum
Contents
1 pcs
KFDA claims
Brightening (KFDA)
Retail price in Korea (KRW) at the time of listing. Actual prices may vary.
What it is
What it is
If oiliness and uneven-feeling texture make a plain moisturizing serum hard to choose, Theracne365 Active Serum is a 30ml dropper option to compare. Read the brand's acne-prone-skin positioning alongside the actual formula, without treating it as an acne medicine.
A different composition from the toner
Niacinamide, salicylic acid, lactic acid and glycolic acid are listed, along with Zinc Chloride and Zinc PCA. Despite overlapping names with the matching toner, this serum also contains Alcohol Denat., multiple acids and botanical oils. List order does not disclose acid concentration or peeling strength, and one ingredient cannot explain every result of a finished formula.
Fragrance language needs precision
The brand FAQ says that no artificial fragrance is added, but a slight scent may come from the Zanthoxylum essential oil. Zanthoxylum Piperitum Oil appears in the list and is distinct from a botanical extract. Alcohol Denat. is also listed. These distinctions matter if you are specifically looking for an alcohol-free moisturizer or an entirely scent-free product.
Consider the routine before adding more actives
The official method is to apply an appropriate amount evenly after toner. If you already use other acids or retinol, assess comfort instead of adding several new steps at once. The brand describes this as a Korean brightening functional cosmetic; that is not an overseas regulatory approval, an acne treatment claim or a promise of immediate pigment correction. A time-bound marketing message should not be read as an identical outcome for every user.
A buying question answered
The brand says no artificial fragrance is added but a slight scent can come from the Zanthoxylum essential oil. Zanthoxylum Piperitum Oil is indeed listed; check it if you have reacted to scented ingredients.
Use and comparison choices
After toner, dispense an appropriate amount with the dropper. Spread evenly over the face, including areas of concern, and pat gently. Follow with moisturizer according to dryness and stop if discomfort occurs.
Hydro Active Toner is a different formula for the post-cleanse step, not simply a diluted version of this serum.
Use sunscreen last after moisturizing during the day; a texture-care serum is not UV protection.
References
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This guide covers the Korean listing; localized ingredient names are editorial translations. Check your regional pack.
What works
- A 30ml dropper serum listing niacinamide, salicylic acid and Zinc PCA.
- 30ml sales size; compare other sizes and extras separately.
What to watch
- It contains Alcohol Denat. and Zanthoxylum Piperitum Oil; it is not an alcohol-free or odor-free choice.
Skip it if
- A listed ingredient has caused a reaction, or the area is wounded or reacting.
Key ingredients
- NiacinamideEWG 1
A form of vitamin B3 that acts on the step where melanin transfers into skin cells, which is the basis for its use in tone-evening products. Research also covers barrier lipid production and oil control, giving it unusually broad application. In Korea it is a listed brightening functional ingredient, commonly at 2 to 5 percent.
A BHA associated with willow bark, distinguished by its oil solubility. That property lets it reach into pores filled with sebum, which is the basis for its use in exfoliating and blemish-focused products. Korea lists it as a functional ingredient for acne-prone skin, commonly at 0.5 percent.
An AHA from sugar cane with the smallest molecule of the group, so it acts quickly on the stratum corneum. It loosens the bonds between dead cells to refine texture and tone. That speed also means irritation depends heavily on concentration and pH.
Description
If oiliness and uneven-feeling texture make a plain moisturizing serum hard to choose, Theracne365 Active Serum is a 30ml dropper option to compare. Read the brand's acne-prone-skin positioning alongside the actual formula, without treating it as an acne medicine.
How to use and where it fits
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After toner, dispense an appropriate amount with the dropper.
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Spread evenly over the face, including areas of concern, and pat gently.
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Follow with moisturizer according to dryness and stop if discomfort occurs.
Questions people ask
How do I use it?
After toner, dispense an appropriate amount with the dropper. Spread evenly over the face, including areas of concern, and pat gently. Follow with moisturizer according to dryness and stop if discomfort occurs.
Does no added artificial fragrance mean no scent?
The brand says no artificial fragrance is added but a slight scent can come from the Zanthoxylum essential oil. Zanthoxylum Piperitum Oil is indeed listed; check it if you have reacted to scented ingredients.
What can I pair with or compare?
AESTURA Theracne365 Hydro Active Toner 200ml: A 200ml toner listing niacinamide, panthenol, allantoin and salicylic acid. Hydro Active Toner is a different formula for the post-cleanse step, not simply a diluted version of this serum. Use sunscreen last after moisturizing during the day; a texture-care serum is not UV protection.
Full Ingredients
Water, Butylene Glycol, , Alcohol Denat., , 1,2-Hexanediol, Silica, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Sunflower Seed Oil, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate/VP Copolymer, Tromethamine, , Xanthan Gum, , Glyceryl Caprylate, , Disodium EDTA, Menthoxypropanediol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Lupinus Albus Seed Extract, Citric Acid, Zinc Chloride, Zinc PCA, , , Zanthoxylum Piperitum Oil, , , …
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