Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Essence Toner 160ml (for Normal to Combination Skin)

A toner and an essence combined in one bottle — the idea is straightforward, and the difference shows from the very first use. Normal to combination skin gets the kind of hydration that never feels heavy, a texture that disappears the moment you pat it in, and a softness that quietly becomes part of your daily routine. No bold promises — which is exactly what makes it worth noticing.

Texture and key ingredients — The formula layers two forms of hyaluronic acid — Sodium Hyaluronate and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid — with different molecular weights that work at different depths within the skin. Niacinamide works alongside them to even out skin tone and add a natural glow. Beta-Glucan, a naturally derived polysaccharide, helps strengthen the skin barrier. Two plant extracts round out the formula: Malpighia Emarginata (Acerola) Fruit Extract, naturally rich in vitamin C, and Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract (açaí), a source of fatty acids and antioxidants. The silicone base — Dimethicone, Methyl Trimethicone, Phenyl Trimethicone — gives the whole thing that smooth, non-greasy finish that's become a signature of Korean essence-toners. Caffeine rounds out the list of identifiable active ingredients on the INCI list.

How to use it — The 160 ml bottle fits right into your routine after cleansing and before moisturiser. Pour an appropriate amount into your palm and gently pat it in — that's all it takes. For a more thorough application, the brand suggests soaking a cotton pad and sweeping it from the centre of your face outward, following the direction of your pores. Both methods work slightly differently: hands for speed, cotton pad for a more deliberate feel. At 160 ml, you're looking at roughly one to two months of daily use, depending on how much you apply.

• Two forms of hyaluronic acid (Sodium Hyaluronate and Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid) for layered hydration at the surface and deeper down.
• Niacinamide and Beta-Glucan in the formula: the first for radiance, the second to support skin barrier integrity.
• Malpighia Emarginata (Acerola) Fruit Extract and Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract: two plant-based antioxidant ingredients identifiable on the INCI list.
• 2-in-1 toner + essence format: one fewer step in your routine, with no compromise on active ingredient concentration.
• Suitable for normal to combination skin; store away from heat and direct light to keep the formula stable.