
Essential Revitalizing Water
Sulwhasoo Essential Revitalizing Water scores 6.3/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Lightweight humectant and solvent
Keeps the product fresh
Natural humectant from sugar beets
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes Sulwhasoo Essential Revitalizing Water stand out
Sulwhasoo Essential Revitalizing Water is a decent serum with an overall score of 6.3/9.8. it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Butylene Glycol, Betaine, Glycerin — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on hydration (8.5) and low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Dry or dehydrated skin — strong moisture-binding profile
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
May not suit
- ⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment
Key ingredients
- ✶Butylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Betaine
Draws in moisture — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Trehalose
Draws in moisture — #6 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycereth-26
Draws in moisture — #8 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
33 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Works on your skin10
- Draws in moisture8
- Holds the formula together6
- Added scent3
- Keeps the product fresh2
- Formula balancers2
- Other ingredient1
- Softens and smooths1