1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Dr. Ceuracle
Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence
face essence
Dr. Ceuracle
face essence
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Take the skin testThe Dr.Ceuracle Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence is an ingenious multitasker that absorbs like a toner and functions as a cream-essence hybrid, perfect for all skin types especially dry, sensitive, dull or imbalanced. Combining the fortifying abilities of kombucha tea extract with plant botanicals and nourishing seed oil, this vegan formula is made to create a glowing, vibrant complexion. Rich in probiotics and Vitamin B, it helps to strengthen the skin and prevent the damaging effects of oxidation while balancing hydration.
Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence is a lightweight essence from Dr. Ceuracle, a brand based in Korea. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 24 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
By its ingredient list the formula reads as light: water and humectants lead, with emollients kept lower in the order. Hydration is handled by Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol and Glycerin, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.
Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate.
Soothing: Moderate. Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity, and here that comes from Centella Asiatica Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate and Sodium Hyaluronate.
On richness alone it suits Balanced, Combination (oily) and Oily skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry and Combination (dry) skin. Nothing in the list is flagged as a common irritant, which is a reasonable starting point for reactive skin — though a patch test is still the only way to know.
The formula contributes little or nothing on oil control, brightening and tone, cell renewal and firmness signalling. That is not a fault — most products are not meant to do everything — but if one of those is your priority, this is not the product that will address it.
Reading the full list, the formula is fragrance-free, essential-oil-free, no drying alcohol, paraben-free, silicone-free and microplastic-free. Those claims come from the ingredient list itself, not from the packaging.
It can be used morning and evening. In a routine it goes after cleansing, before serums. Apply to slightly damp skin so the humectants have water to hold on to.
This summary is generated from the product's ingredient list. It is not a review, it is not the brand's own marketing claims, and it does not replace advice from a dermatologist.
Drawn purely from the ingredient list
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Calms redness, irritation, and inflammation for sensitive skin
Regulates sebum production to reduce shine and greasiness
None of the ingredients in this formula are associated with these benefits. This is not unusual, as most products are designed to target a limited number of concerns.
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Propane-1,2,3-triyl 2-ethylhexanoate
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Saccharomyces
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
2-(N,N,N-Trimethylamino)ethyl 2-(2-methyl-2-propenoyloxy)ethyl phosphate inner salt, polymer with butyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt
15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)
16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Lecithins, hydrogenated
17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Dextrin
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin
Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity
Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution
Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine
Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks
Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity
Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover
Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support
"Active" here means an ingredient carrying a recorded active type or a recognised UV filter.
Solvents, emollients, texture agents and preservatives — the formula that carries the actives.
Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables
Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.
Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.
This product is the "Toning" step.
Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.
Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 24 ingredients on the label.
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
Draws water into the upper layers of skin
Dissolves and carries everything else
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
Softens and smooths by filling gaps between skin cells
Forms a film that slows water loss
Lifts oil and dirt, or holds oil and water together
Changes how skin behaves rather than how it feels
Neutralises free radicals from UV and pollution
Calms visible redness and irritation
Keeps the product free of microbial growth
Absorbs or scatters ultraviolet light
Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.
1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 30–80% of the formula.
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Propane-1,2,3-triyl 2-ethylhexanoate
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
C6-14-alkenes, homopolymers, hydrogenated
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
8th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.,.alpha.',.alpha.''-phosphinylidynetris-.omega.-(dodecyloxy)-
9th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae
10th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of Saccharomyces
11th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water is an aqueous solution of the odoriferous principles of the leaves of the Tea, Camellia sinensis, Theaceae
12th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables is the fraction of Sunflower, Helianthus annuus L., Compositae, seed oil, which has not been transformed into soap during the process of saponification
13th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
2-(N,N,N-Trimethylamino)ethyl 2-(2-methyl-2-propenoyloxy)ethyl phosphate inner salt, polymer with butyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate
14th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–3% of the formula.
Hyaluronic acid, sodium, salt
15th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)
16th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Lecithins, hydrogenated
17th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Dextrin
18th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Theobroma Cacao Seed Extract is the extract of the seeds of the Cocoa, Theobroma cacao L., Sterculiaceae
19th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Centella Asiatica Extract is the extract of the whole plant Hydrocotyl, Centella asiatica L., Apiaceae
20th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Ficus Carica Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Fig, Ficus carica L., Moraceae
21st on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract is the extract of the fruit of Schisandra chinensis, Schisandraceae.
22nd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Amaranthus Caudatus Seed Extract is an extract of the seeds of Amaranthus caudatus L., Amaranthaceae
23rd on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract is an extract of the root bark of the Elm, Ulmus davidiana, Ulmaceae
24th on the list, below the 1% line — present at under 1%, which for most ingredients is the level they work at.
Ceramide NP,1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-Octadecanamide,Stearoyl-C18-Phytosphingosine,Stearoyl-4-Hydroxysphinganine
Products in the same category that share this formula's distinguishing ingredients.
Dr. Ceuracle
Shares 10 key ingredients with Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence: Triethylhexanoin, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Ethylhexylglycerin
Dr. Althea
Shares 8 key ingredients with Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence: Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin
Isntree
Shares 8 key ingredients with Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence: Water, Methylpropanediol, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrogenated Lecithin
Huxley
Shares 8 key ingredients with Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence: Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Dr. Ceuracle
Shares 8 key ingredients with Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence: Water, Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Hydrogenated Lecithin
NEOGEN
Shares 8 key ingredients with Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence: Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Glycerin, Water, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol
WATER, TRIETHYLHEXANOIN, HYDROGENATED POLY(C6-14 OLEFIN), 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, GLYCERIN, TRILAURETH-4 PHOSPHATE, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT, SACCHAROMYCES FERMENT FILTRATE, CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF WATER, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL UNSAPONIFIABLES, POLYQUATERNIUM-51, SODIUM HYALURONATE, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, DEXTRIN, THEOBROMA CACAO SEED EXTRACT, CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT, FICUS CARICA FRUIT EXTRACT, SCHISANDRA CHINENSIS FRUIT EXTRACT, AMARANTHUS CAUDATUS SEED EXTRACT, ULMUS DAVIDIANA ROOT EXTRACT, CERAMIDE NP.
SODIUM HYALURONATE, CERAMIDE NP.
Shake well to mix the essence, the essence should look milky white before applying. After cleansing your face, dispense an appropriate amount of the Vegan Kombucha Tea Essence onto your palms. Gently pat the essence onto your face, focusing on areas that need hydration and revitalization. Allow the essence to absorb into your skin and follow up with your regular skincare routine. Use daily for a hydrated and nourished complexion.
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced, Combination (oily), Oily skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.
No ingredient in this formula carries a common-irritant flag, making it a reasonable option for reactive skin. A patch test is still recommended, as individual skin reactivity varies.
2 ingredients could feed malassezia: Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil Unsaponifiables. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not medical clearance — check anything you use daily with your doctor or midwife.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.
Use it morning and evening, after cleansing, before serums.
It lists 24 ingredients, of which 2 are recorded as actives.
Dr. Ceuracle, a brand based in Korea.
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