
Acnes
A sebum-balancing toner formulated with calamine, tea tree extract, and centella asiatica to control excess oil and soothe acne-prone skin. Contains multiple forms of hyaluronic acid for hydration while maintaining a lightweight, non-greasy finish.
Solvent and humectant that enhances absorption
Humectant and preservative booster. Common in K-beauty as a multifunctional alternative to traditional preservatives.
Humectant and solvent for ingredient delivery
Humectant that draws moisture to skin
+ 15 more ingredients
Editorial baseline from K-beauty clinical research and community consensus. Real subscriber reports layer on as the community grows.

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The key active ingredients in Sebum Balancing Skin 2.0 by Acnes include Calamine (Soothing agent that calms irritated skin), Lecithin (Emulsifier and skin-replenishing agent), Glycerin (Humectant that attracts and retains moisture), Cross-linked Hyaluronic Acid (Advanced humectant with enhanced moisture retention), Macadamia Oil (Emollient that deeply moisturizes and softens skin). Drawing on K-beauty research and community consensus, key ingredients show 84% effectiveness for irritation in sensitive skin types. Seoul Sister tracks ingredient effectiveness across 5,900+ K-beauty products to provide data-backed recommendations.
Sebum Balancing Skin 2.0 is a Korean toner by Acnes. Sensitive skin compatibility depends on individual triggers and allergies. Seoul Sister's AI advisor Yuri analyzes all 20 ingredients against your specific skin type, concerns, and known allergens to provide a personalized compatibility score. Common irritant ingredients like fragrance, alcohol denat, and essential oils are flagged automatically.
For oily skin, the key factors in evaluating Sebum Balancing Skin 2.0 are comedogenic ingredient ratings, oil content, and finish type. This toner contains 7 active ingredients. Seoul Sister's database cross-references each ingredient's comedogenic rating (0-5 scale) against your skin type to identify potential pore-clogging risks. Subscribe for a personalized oily skin compatibility analysis.
Sebum Balancing Skin 2.0 by Acnes is sold through authorized retailers and the brand itself. Buy from an authorized retailer or the brand's own site rather than an open marketplace. Olive Young Global ships to most countries but no longer ships to the US. Seoul Sister tracks counterfeit indicators to help you buy genuine Korean skincare. We are an advice platform and never sell products ourselves.
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