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KSECRET SEOUL 1988 Cream: Retinal Liposome 1% + Fermented Rice
By Nur → Last verified 11/3/2026
Price checked 11/3/2026
Verified 2026-11-03 on YesStyle: $13.38. Prices change often, so confirm on the retailer's page.
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What we found
Based on how this product compares to others in the moisturizers category, cross-referenced against retailer listings and market data.
Strengths
- + A night gel-cream built around a retinal liposome 1% complex, with the delivery system visible in the INCI
- + Fermented rice and ginseng ferments, niacinamide at a functional position, and bakuchiol support
- + Fragrance-free
- + 50 mL at $25.00 ($0.50/mL) — a bigger tube at roughly half the per-mL price of the catalog's retinol cream
Worth knowing
- - The pure retinal percentage is not disclosed — the 1% figure is the liposome complex, not the pure active
- - It is still a retinoid: irritation is possible, so it needs a gradual introduction and night-only use
- - The light gel-cream base will not be enough moisture for dry skin in winter
- - No finished-product study behind it
Key ingredients
These are the ingredients KSECRET highlights for this product, cross-checked against general dermatological and cosmetic-chemistry sources, not a full INCI list.
Fragrance: confirmed fragrance-free.
| Ingredient | What it is | What it does for skin |
|---|---|---|
| Retinal Liposome Complex | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| Niacinamide | A form of vitamin B3, one of the most studied ingredients in cosmetic dermatology. | Strengthens the skin barrier by boosting ceramide production, helps even out tone by limiting pigment transfer to skin cells, and can reduce the look of enlarged pores. |
| Bakuchiol | A plant-derived compound from babchi seeds, often described as a gentler alternative to retinol. | Small studies suggest it can improve the look of fine lines and uneven tone over time with less irritation than retinol, although it is not chemically a retinoid.Note: Less studied than retinol. Patch test first if your skin is sensitive. |
| Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment | A specific active or extract in this formula. | Not yet independently verified against general dermatology sources. |
| 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid | A more stable, gentler derivative of vitamin C. | Converts to active vitamin C once in the skin; brightens and fights free radicals with less irritation risk than pure ascorbic acid. |
What the brand says
KSECRET's own marketing claims, not our own findings.
- Night gel-cream with retinal liposome 1% — the 1% is the liposome complex figure; the pure retinal percentage is not disclosed
- Fermented rice and ginseng ferments with niacinamide at a functional position, plus bakuchiol support
- Fragrance-free retinoid cream — introduce gradually and use at night
Research-Based
Our assessment comes from pricing, ingredients, and published information, not personal use, the same standard we apply across the site. This product hasn't been hands-on tested yet. See our Methodology for what that distinction means.
Price history
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Frequently asked
How much does KSECRET SEOUL 1988 Cream: Retinal Liposome 1% + Fermented Rice cost per mL?
$0.27 per mL (currently $13.38 for 50 mL).
Has KSECRET SEOUL 1988 Cream: Retinal Liposome 1% + Fermented Rice been hands-on tested?
Not yet. Our assessment for this product comes from pricing, ingredients, and published information, not personal use, the same standard we apply across the site. See our Methodology for what that distinction means.
What are the key ingredients in KSECRET SEOUL 1988 Cream: Retinal Liposome 1% + Fermented Rice?
The ingredients KSECRET highlights for this product include Retinal Liposome Complex, Niacinamide, Bakuchiol, Lactobacillus/Rice Ferment, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid.