Beauty of Joseon
Glow Serum: Propolis + Niacinamide
A leave-on serum containing propolis extract, niacinamide and betaine salicylate. Beauty of Joseon describes a cushiony texture and positions it for hydration and the appearance of pores and uneven texture.
Ingredients, decoded
The ingredient list below comes from the brand's formula listing. Open an explanation to see the evidence and things to keep in mind.
| On the label | What it does | The plain-English take |
|---|---|---|
| Water | Fragrance supportDissolving ingredients | Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. Helps other ingredients dissolve in the formula. |
| Dipropylene Glycol | Fragrance supportDissolving ingredientsTexture | Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. Helps other ingredients dissolve in the formula. |
| Glycerin | Moisture bindingSkin conditioningFragrance supportDissolving ingredientsTexture | |
| Butylene Glycol | Moisture bindingSkin conditioningFragrance supportDissolving ingredientsTexture | |
| Propolis Extract | Skin conditioning | |
| Niacinamide | Smoothing | |
| 1,2-Hexanediol | Skin conditioningFragrance supportDissolving ingredients | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. |
| Betaine Salicylate | Microbial controlSurface exfoliation | Helps limit the growth of microorganisms. Helps loosen or remove material at the outer surface of the skin. |
| Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate | Formula stabilityTexture | Helps an emulsion stay mixed. Adjusts how thick or fluid the formula is. |
| Tromethamine | pH controlScent | Helps keep the formula's acidity at the intended level. Adds or changes the product's scent. |
| Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Xanthan Gum | Mixing oil and waterSkin conditioningBindingFormula stabilityFragrance supportGel textureTexture | Helps oil and water combine in a formula. Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Carbomer | Formula stabilityGel textureTexture | |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | Skin conditioningOdour controlFragrance support | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Helps reduce or cover unwanted odour. |
| Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Sodium Hyaluronate | Moisture bindingSkin conditioning | |
| Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract | Scent | Adds or changes the product's scent. |
| Dextrin | AbsorbingBindingFormula bodyFragrance supportTexture | Takes up liquids or dissolved material. Helps ingredients hold together. |
| Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Corallina Officinalis Extract | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract | Softening | Helps soften and smooth the skin. |
| Centella Asiatica Extract | CleansingComfortSkin conditioningSmoothingToning | Helps remove dirt and residue from the skin. Helps ease discomfort on skin or the scalp. |
| Methylpropanediol | Dissolving ingredients | Helps other ingredients dissolve in the formula. |
| Lotus Corniculatus Seed Extract | Skin conditioning | Used to help keep skin in good condition. |
| Pentylene Glycol | Skin conditioningFragrance supportDissolving ingredients | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Supports the perfume or flavour mixture in a formula. |
| Octanediol | Flexible texture | Helps a material become more flexible. |
| Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil | Skin conditioningMicrobial controlAntioxidantFormula UV protection | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Helps limit the growth of microorganisms. |
| Tocopherol | Skin conditioningAntioxidantFragrance support | Used to help keep skin in good condition. Slows reactions involving oxygen, helping protect against oxidation. |
Sources
- Beauty of Joseon: Glow Serum: Propolis + Niacinamide — full ingredient listChecked 2026-10-05T20:11:35.065470+00:00