Sulwhasoo Guide: First Care, Ginseng Serums & Sleeping Mask
Sulwhasoo is a Korean luxury skincare brand built around ginseng and traditional herbal ingredients, with a focus on firmness, glow and hydration. We stock 11 products across a few clear lines: First Care Activating Serum as a first step, Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating for the anti-aging routine, Gentle cleansers and the Overnight Vitalizing Sleeping Mask. This guide sorts them by step and by concern.
Quick answer: A first step for hydration and glow: the First Care Activating Serum VI. Anti-aging and firmness: the Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum and Cream Rich. Eye area: the Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Eye Cream. Gentle cleansing: the Gentle Cleansing Foam or Cleansing Oil. Overnight care: the Overnight Vitalizing Sleeping Mask.
Which Sulwhasoo product is for you?
| Your concern | Type | Start with |
|---|---|---|
| Dullness and dehydration, a first step before serums | Activating essence | First Care Activating Serum VI |
| Fine lines and loss of firmness | Serum | Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum |
| Dry, mature-looking skin | Cream | Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Cream Rich |
| Fine lines around the eyes | Eye cream | Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Eye Cream |
| Everyday firming moisture | Cream | Essential Firming Cream EX |
| Sensitive or dry skin, daily wash | Cleansing foam | Gentle Cleansing Foam |
| Makeup and sunscreen removal | Cleansing oil | Gentle Cleansing Oil |
| Overnight glow and hydration | Sleeping mask | Overnight Vitalizing Sleeping Mask |
| Pores and texture | Peel-off mask | Clarifying Mask |
First Care Activating Serum: the first step
A first-step essence applied right after cleansing, before the rest of the routine. It is tagged for hydration, glow, firmness and vitamin C.
- First Care Activating Serum VI 30ml — the smaller size to try the step.
- First Care Activating Serum VI 90ml — the larger size for daily use.
Browse Essences and Serums & Ampoules.
Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating: the anti-aging line
The brand's ginseng-focused line for firmness and a youthful look. These products are listed in small sizes, which makes them an easy way to try the line.
- Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum 5ml — a serum tagged for firming, glow and fine lines.
- Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Cream Rich 10ml — a rich cream for dry skin and a firmer look.
- Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Eye Cream 4ml — an eye cream for the delicate eye area.
- Essential Firming Cream EX 15ml — a firming cream for daily moisture.
More in Moisturizers & Creams and Eye Care.
Cleansers and masks
- Gentle Cleansing Foam 200ml — a foam cleanser for a gentle daily wash.
- Gentle Cleansing Oil 200ml — an oil cleanser for the first step of a double cleanse.
- Overnight Vitalizing Sleeping Mask 35ml and 120ml — a sleeping mask for overnight hydration and glow.
- Clarifying Mask 120ml — a peel-off mask for pores and texture.
Tip: Build the routine in order: cleanse (oil, then foam in the evening), activating serum, treatment serum, then cream. Patch-test any new product first, and use the sleeping mask as the last step at night. Sunscreen is the most important step in the morning (see our sunscreen guide). Comparing premium and Korean brands? See the Medicube guide.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sulwhasoo known for?
Luxury Korean skincare built around ginseng and traditional herbal ingredients, with products aimed at hydration, glow and firmness.
What does the First Care Activating Serum do?
It is a first-step essence applied right after cleansing and before the other serums and creams, and it is positioned for hydration and glow.
Which Sulwhasoo product should I start with?
The First Care Activating Serum VI 30ml is the easiest first step. For anti-aging, add the Concentrated Ginseng Rejuvenating Serum and cream.
Can I use the sleeping mask every night?
It is designed as an overnight mask. Start a few nights a week, and stop and ask a doctor if you notice irritation. Patch-test first.
Is Sulwhasoo at lo la original?
Yes. lo la sells original products from authorised suppliers and delivers across all governorates of Egypt.
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