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Mugwort Essence

face essence

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Fit by skin type

General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.

Dry
70%
Combination (dry)
70%
Balanced
100%
Combination (oily)
70%
Oily
70%

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The I’M FROM Mugwort Essence is made with a 100% concentrated extract of top quality mugwort from the Ganghwa County in Korea to calm and soothe irritated, red, or troubled skin. Rich in minerals and vitamins, Korean mugwort is known for its ability to restore youthful skin and amazing calming and detoxifying properties. The result is soothed skin that feels more refreshed and renewed.

Full Ingredients

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About Mugwort Essence

Overview

Mugwort Essence is a cushioning essence from I'M FROM.

Texture and finish

By its ingredient list the formula reads as moderately cushioned — emollient enough to feel like a cream, without the heaviest occlusives near the top. There is very little humectant content, so this is not the step in a routine that adds water to skin.

Who it suits

On richness alone it suits Balanced skin best, and is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily) and Oily 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.

What it does not target

The formula contributes little or nothing on hydration, barrier support, antioxidant protection and oil control. 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.

What is not in 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.

Where it fits in a routine

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.

Pros and cons

Drawn purely from the ingredient list

Pros

  • No fragrance or declared allergens
  • No essential oils
  • No drying alcohol
  • Silicone-free
  • No microplastics
  • No common irritants flagged in the list
  • No recognised malassezia (fungal acne) triggers

Which skin types it suits

Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.

Suitable for

  • Balanced skin

Less suitable for

  • Dry skin
  • Combination (dry) skin
  • Combination (oily) skin
  • Oily skin

Sensitive 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.

Formula analysis

Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.

Hydration None

Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin

Barrier support None

Lipids and repair signals that support skin barrier integrity

Antioxidant support None

Ingredients that mop up free radicals from UV and pollution

Oil control None

Ingredients that moderate sebum or absorb shine

Brightening None

Ingredients that act on uneven tone and post-inflammatory marks

Soothing None

Ingredients aimed at visible redness and reactivity

Cell renewal None

Retinoids, acids and enzymes that speed surface turnover

Firmness signalling None

Peptides and growth factors that signal for collagen support

What is and is not in it

Read from the full ingredient list. A brand's own claim may differ.

Free from

  • Fragrance-free
  • Essential-oil-free
  • No drying alcohol
  • Paraben-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Microplastic-free
  • Sulfate-free
  • Dye-free
  • Oil-free
  • No animal-derived ingredients

What to layer it with

Judged by the same curated rules our routine checker uses. It reads the ingredients, not the label.

Compatible with

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)
  • Retinoids (retinol, retinal)
  • AHAs (glycolic, lactic)
  • BHA (salicylic acid)
  • PHAs (gluconolactone)
  • Benzoyl peroxide
  • Azelaic acid
  • Copper peptides
  • Bakuchiol
  • Niacinamide
  • Hyaluronic acid
  • Ceramides
  • Signal peptides
  • Panthenol
  • Sunscreen

Nothing in this formula belongs to a group our rules can put in conflict, so it layers freely. Order still matters — thinnest texture first.

Where it fits in a routine

Morning Evening
  1. Cleanse
  2. Toning
  3. Treat
  4. Moisturise
  5. Protect

This product is the "Toning" step.

  • Apply to slightly damp skin so the humectants have water to hold on to.

Safety and suitability

Flags to check, not verdicts. None of this is medical advice — if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or treating a skin condition, ask a doctor.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Nothing in this formula is on the standard pregnancy-caution list. That is not clearance — ask your doctor about anything you use daily.
Fungal acne (malassezia)
No ingredient here is a recognised food source for malassezia.
Sensitive and reactive 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.

Ingredients by function

Most ingredients do more than one job, so these counts add up to more than the 1 ingredients on the label.

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Plant extract

Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent

Ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient on the label, in order, with what it does and roughly how much of it is likely to be there.

Estimated level
10–40%
Confidence
Low — inferred from list position alone
Roles
Plant extract

1st on the list, which puts it at an estimated 10–40% of the formula.

Artemisia Princeps Extract is the extract of the whole plant of Artemisia princeps, Asteraceae

Frequently asked questions

What ingredients are in Mugwort Essence?

ARTEMISIA PRINCEPS EXTRACT.

How do I use Mugwort Essence?

Apply an appropriate amount onto a cotton pad. Apply whilst gently following the lines of your skin. Turn the cotton pad over and gently pat the absorb the contents

What skin types is Mugwort Essence good for?

Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Balanced skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry), Combination (oily), Oily skin.

Is Mugwort Essence good for sensitive 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.

Is Mugwort Essence fungal acne safe?

No ingredient in this formula is a recognised food source for malassezia, the yeast behind fungal acne.

Can I use Mugwort Essence while pregnant?

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.

Is Mugwort Essence fragrance free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.

Does Mugwort Essence contain alcohol?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.

Is Mugwort Essence silicone free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.

Does Mugwort Essence contain essential oils?

No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.

Is Mugwort Essence paraben free?

Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.

What can I layer with Mugwort Essence?

It layers well with Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), Retinoids (retinol, retinal), AHAs (glycolic, lactic), BHA (salicylic acid), PHAs (gluconolactone), Benzoyl peroxide.

When should I apply Mugwort Essence?

Use it morning and evening, after cleansing, before serums.

How many ingredients does Mugwort Essence have?

It lists 1 ingredient, of which 0 are recorded as actives.

Who makes Mugwort Essence?

I'M FROM.

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