Mixsoon’s best K-beauty products

Going viral in Korea and beyond for their clean ingredients and unique formulas, Mixsoon’s K-beauty products are worth checking out.

#Gifted products from the Glam Touch X Mixsoon launch event.

“Healthy skin starts with good ingredients'' – that’s the motto of this Korean skincare company which boasts the very best high-quality raw ingredients by removing anything that isn’t necessary in their products. Mixsoon, ‘Mix’ meaning ‘collaboration in harmony’ and ‘Soon’ meaning ‘pure ingredients’, ensures customers receive the highest quality products by keeping things minimal. 

Several of their products, including their Centella Asiatica Essence, contain only one ingredient – yes, you read that right – and they even have their own plantation farm on Jeju Island where they grow the Centella Asiatica used in their products. This means that they don’t have to ruin the quality of their ingredients by shipping it overseas before production, as this process would usually involve the use of harmful preservatives. 

The extraction process used by Mixsoon also guarantees that their products are made from the highest quality ingredients. Skincare companies usually extract ingredients using high temperatures, but Mixsoon uses a low-temperature, high-frequency method which means that the useful ingredients won’t be harmed during extraction and stay effective.

Not only is Mixsoon leading the way for minimal Korean skincare companies with home-grown raw ingredients, they are also taking steps towards becoming more sustainable. They aim to replace their plastic packaging entirely by the end of the year and have already swapped out the plastic bottles of their Centella Asiatica Essence for a more sustainable glass option. 

And that’s not all! If this hadn’t already swayed you to add every product to your Glam Touch basket, Mixsoon’s impact on the wider community will definitely have you rushing to purchase. Any purchase of their products featuring ‘Soondy’, the cute bear mascot, will see  monthly donations given to an environmental group in Korea to help combat global warming and reduce global carbon emissions. 

Their ‘Mixsoon Life’ line also features the work of autistic artists, whom Mixsoon supports long term by regularly donating to autism charities and hosting events to promote their artwork. They also recently collaborated with Korean Beauty Influencer UNA whose Master Line is a donation collaboration project for disabled artists to develop a platform which will help them to become economically independent.

Products you won’t want to miss

Editor’s note: Last month I had the privilege of attending the Glam Touch X Mixsoon launch event to celebrate Glam Touch becoming the exclusive UK stockist of the famous minimal skincare brand. The following products were gifted at the event.

Mixsoon Bean Essence.

Mixsoon’s best-selling Bean Essence has risen to virality numerous times and the brand has received over 10,000 reviews for this product – famous for its addictive natto (fermented soybean) like texture. After massaging this essence into your skin for several minutes, the appearance of blackheads and sebum is drastically reduced and the skin is left clean and moisturised.

Mixsoon Bean Cream.

Following on from the Bean Essence, Mixsoon’s Bean Cream boasts a similar natto-like texture that is more thick and creamy to deeply nourish and hydrate the skin. The Bean Ferment extract within this product can help brighten your dull complexion, and reduce the appearance of uneven skin tone with consistent use. Glam Touch Founder Sen Vu swears by this product!

Mixsoon X UNA Master Serum.

One product from Mixsoon’s collaboration with UNA that you won’t want to miss is the UNA Master Serum. This all-in-one serum features only five essential products, Centella Asiatica Extract, Bifida Ferment Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, and Panthenol, all of which work in harmony to sooth and strengthen the skin barrier.

The magic that is Centella Asiatica Essence

Grown on the Mixsoon plantation farm in Jeju Island, the Centella Asiatica Essence has undergone rigorous testing to ensure that it provides the best care for your sensitive skin. It is proven to reduce skin irritation by a staggering 27.01% and has been evaluated as a non-irritating product with 0.00 point of skin irritation. 

And as if this product couldn’t get any better, there are several ways to use it effectively depending on your skin concern. 

Single-use: Apply this product directly to your face and neck for a highly targeted experience and feel your skin become less irritated in a matter of seconds.

Skin pack: Apply a decent amount of this serum to several cotton pads. Place the soaked pads on your face and leave them on for about 10 minutes for intensive care. 

Mist care: Pour this essence into a spray bottle for on-the-go use. It can be used under or over makeup and will work effectively either way. 

Mix-soon: For a different experience, mix your Centella Asiatica Essence with the Bifida essence in a ratio of 5:5 and apply as normal to the skin. This mix of products will hydrate and nourish your dry skin. 

Build a skincare routine with Mixsoon

Whether you have dry, oily, combination, or sensitive skin, Mixsoon has a product for every need. Their products can also be easily mixed and layered to create the perfect routine to suit your skin.

The Mixsoon Signature Routine.

Ideal for all ages and skin types.

This routine features the Mixsoon best-sellers and will enhance your skin texture while calming your skin. 

  1. Centella Cleansing Foam

  2. Master Soft Toner

  3. Bean Essence

  4. Centella Asiatica Essence

  5. Bean Cream (you can skip this step if you don’t have dry skin)

The Master Routine.

Ideal for all ages, but recommended for those over 30, with a focus on dry skin.

Featuring the Mixsoon X UNA collaboration line, this routine will be sure to moisturise and nourish your skin. 

  1. Master Gentle Recipe Foam Cleanser

  2. Master Soft Toner 

  3. Master Serum 

  4. Master Deep Barrier Mask 

  5. Master Repair Cream (use ‘Deep Soothing’ for oily, neutral skin, and ‘Enriched’ for dry skin)

The Calming Routine.

Ideal for all ages and those with irritated/acne-prone skin. 

This routine features the seemingly magical ingredient Centella Asiatica and will definitely sooth your red and irritated skin. 

  1. Centella Asiatica Cleansing Foam 

  2. Centella Asiatica Toner

  3. Centella Asiatica Essence

  4. Centella Asiatica Sheet Mask 

  5. Centella Asiatica Sun Cream (use AM only and re-apply every two hours for the best protection against UV rays and blue-light)

If you’re interested in adding any of these products to your skincare routine head to Glam Touch UK.  

We would like to express our thanks to both Glam Touch and Mixsoon for inviting us to their launch event and hope you enjoy using their products! 

This article includes some products which were gifted to the author.

Chelsea Cheetham | Founder & Editor in Chief

Chelsea is the Founder and Editor in Chief of Cherry Chu Magazine. Chelsea graduated from a Master’s Degree in Journalism in 2022 and went on to live and work in Incheon, South Korea, in 2023.

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