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A 80%-ginseng-water essence with niacinamide for a hydrating, antioxidant first step. Lightweight and layerable; a gentle radiance booster rather than a targeted treatment.
What this is good for
✓ Great forDullnessDrynessDehydration
Ingredient stack
Each ingredient is listed in descending concentration. Above the 1% line the order is regulated — below it, brands can list in any order.
Ingredients above the dashed gold line are dosed above 1% (the regulatory threshold) — these are what the formulation is really built on. Percentages are positional estimates from INCI order unless a brand discloses them.
position-estimated %1% regulatory line
What's actually doing the work
Ginseng
Panax Ginseng Root
Botanical
A key active in this formula. See the glossary for the full breakdown of how Ginseng works, the evidence behind it, and how to use it.
Niacinamide
Vitamin B3
Vitamin
Vitamin B3. Regulates sebum, strengthens the barrier by boosting ceramide synthesis, evens tone by limiting pigment transfer, and calms inflammation. Well-tolerated at 2–10%; one of the most versatile, evidence-backed actives.
Panthenol
Provitamin B5
Vitamin
Provitamin B5. A humectant and soothing agent that supports barrier repair and reduces the look of redness and irritation; reliably gentle.
Routine placement
Morning or evening
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Put this in context
Skin Stacker is independent and receives no payment from any brand. Ingredient analysis is based on publicly disclosed INCI lists and the peer-reviewed literature. Percentages are positional estimates from INCI order unless a brand discloses them. Formulations change — always re-check the label on your specific batch before using.