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
Hydration
MIXSOON
Bean Essence
face essence
MIXSOON
Bean Essence
face essence
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Fit by skin type
General, ingredient-based — not your personalized match.
Dry
46%
Combination (dry)
46%
Balanced
76%
Combination (oily)
94%
Oily
94%
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7
Ingredients
2
Benefits
0
Actives
The MIXSOON Bean Essence is a purifying essence infused with beans that helps improve and refine the skin texture for a smooth and spotless result. The bean extract inside the formula gently removes impurities, cleanses the clogged pores, controls the excess sebum and minimizes the visible appearance of pores for a smooth, refined texture. The essence is also rich in various vitamins, calcium, and amino acids that nourish and condition the skin for a healthy, radiant-looking complexion.
Key Insights
Benefits
2
Anti-Aging
Hydration
Full Ingredients
7 total
About Bean Essence
Overview
Bean Essence is a watery-light essence from MIXSOON. The formula is built mainly around hydration. The ingredient list runs to 7 ingredients, each broken down in full below.
Texture and finish
By its ingredient list the formula reads as very light — essentially a water-and-humectant base with little emollient weight. With almost no emollient load it should absorb quickly and finish close to matte. Hydration is handled by Propanediol, Glycerin and Water, humectants that pull water into the upper layers of skin rather than sealing it there.
What the formula does
Hydration: High. Ingredients that pull and hold water in the upper layers of skin, and here that comes from Propanediol, Glycerin and Water.
Who it suits
On richness alone it suits 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.
What it does not target
The formula contributes little or nothing on barrier support, antioxidant protection, oil control and brightening and tone. 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
- Strong humectant content for hydration
- No common irritants flagged in the list
Things to know
- 4 ingredients could feed malassezia (fungal acne)
Which skin types it suits
Scored on how rich or light the formula reads from its INCI order.
Suitable for
- Combination (oily) skin
- Oily skin
May suit
- Balanced skin
Less suitable for
- Dry skin
- Combination (dry) 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.
Skin concerns
Based on the curated benefits documented for this product's ingredients.
Helps with
-
Hydration 3 ingredients
Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy
-
Anti-Aging 1 ingredient
Boosts collagen and cell turnover to reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Does not target
Anti-Acne
Blackhead Reducing
Dark Spot Fading
Evens Skin Tone
Oil Control
Pore Minimizer
Smooths Bumpy Skin
Soothing
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.
Key ingredients
The actives, UV filters and benefit-carrying ingredients in this formula, in the order they are listed.
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
1,3-dihydroxypropane
Hydration
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
Hydration
Anti-Aging
Formula analysis
Each axis is scored from the ingredients present and how high up the list they sit.
Hydration
High
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
- Cleanse
- Toning
- Treat
- Moisturise
- 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)
- 4 ingredients could feed malassezia: Lactobacillus/soybean Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus/punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/barley Seed Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus/pear Juice Ferment Filtrate. That is about the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that you will break out.
- 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 7 ingredients on the label.
4
Plant extract
Botanical material, usually for antioxidants or scent
3
Solvent
Dissolves and carries everything else
2
Humectant
Draws water into the upper layers of skin
2
Texture agent
Sets the thickness, spread and stability of the formula
1
Occlusive
Forms a film that slows water loss
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
- 30–80%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Solvent
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
Hydration
3 scientific references
- Skin Research and Technology, May 2015, pages 131-136
- Skin Pharmacology and Applied Skin Physiology, November-December 1999, pages 344-351
- Journal of Cosmetic Science, September-October 1993, pages 249-262
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Texture agent, Solvent
2nd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
1,3-dihydroxypropane
Hydration
4 scientific references
- PubChem Compound Summary, April 2021, ePublication
- SpecialChem, Accessed April 2021, ePublication
- Cosmetic Ingredient Review, June 2018, pages 1-73
- Cosmetics & Toiletries, May 2013, pages 81-86
- Estimated level
- 5–20%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Humectant, Occlusive, Texture agent, Solvent
3rd on the list, which puts it at an estimated 5–20% of the formula.
Glycerine ;Glycerol (INN); Glycerol (RIFM); Glycerolum (EP); Glycyl Alcohol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane
Hydration
Anti-Aging
6 scientific references
- Journal of Pharmaceutical Investigation, March 2021, pages 223-231
- International Journal of Toxicology, November/December 2019, Volume 38, Supplement 3, pages 6S-22S
- International Journal of Cosmetic Science, August 2016, ePublication
- British Journal of Dermatology, July 2008, pages 23-34
- Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, June 2007, pages 75-82
- Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, June 2003, pages 7, 360-7, 365
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Plant extract
4th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract is an extract of the fermentation of soybean by the microorganism Lactobacillus
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Plant extract
5th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Lactobacillus/Punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract is an extract of the product obtained by the fermentation of the fruit of the Pomegranate, Punica granatum L., Punicaceae, by the organism Lactobacillus
- Estimated level
- 2–10%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Humectant, Plant extract
6th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 2–10% of the formula.
Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of barley seeds by the microorganism
- Estimated level
- 1–5%
- Confidence
- Low — inferred from list position alone
- Roles
- Plant extract
7th on the list, which puts it at an estimated 1–5% of the formula.
Lactobacillus/Pear Juice Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the product obtained by the fermentation of pear juice by the microorganism, Lactobacillus
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Frequently asked questions
What ingredients are in Bean Essence?
WATER, PROPANEDIOL, GLYCERIN, LACTOBACILLUS/SOYBEAN FERMENT EXTRACT, LACTOBACILLUS/PUNICA GRANATUM FRUIT FERMENT EXTRACT, SACCHAROMYCES/BARLEY SEED FERMENT FILTRATE, LACTOBACILLUS/PEAR JUICE FERMENT FILTRATE.
How do I use Bean Essence?
Apply a moderate amount and gently massage for better absorption.
What skin types is Bean Essence good for?
Judged on how rich the formula reads from its ingredient list, it suits Combination (oily), Oily skin best. It is the least natural fit for Dry, Combination (dry) skin.
Is Bean 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 Bean Essence fungal acne safe?
4 ingredients could feed malassezia: Lactobacillus/soybean Ferment Extract, Lactobacillus/punica Granatum Fruit Ferment Extract, Saccharomyces/barley Seed Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus/pear Juice Ferment Filtrate. That describes the yeast's food supply, not a prediction that they will cause a breakout.
Can I use Bean 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 Bean Essence fragrance free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is fragrance-free.
Does Bean Essence contain alcohol?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is no drying alcohol.
Is Bean Essence silicone free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is silicone-free.
Does Bean Essence contain essential oils?
No. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is essential-oil-free.
Is Bean Essence paraben free?
Yes. Reading the full ingredient list, this formula is paraben-free.
What can I layer with Bean 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 Bean Essence?
Use it morning and evening, after cleansing, before serums.
How many ingredients does Bean Essence have?
It lists 7 ingredients, of which 0 are recorded as actives.
Who makes Bean Essence?
MIXSOON.
Brand
MIXSOON