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HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence

HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence

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Brand
HARUHARU WONDER
Size
120ml
Scent
Fragrance-free formula
Skin type
All, incl. sensitive
Item form
Liquid
Texture & finish
Silky, lightweight; absorbs fast with no sticky feel
Product benefits
Barrier repair with hydration, calming and brightening
Active ingredients
Black rice extract, galactomyces & bifida ferments, 5 ceramides, panthenol, cholesterol
Special ingredients
Shea butter, squalane, panax ginseng root extract
When to use
AM & PM; shake well, apply after cleansing or toner
Free from
Fragrance Free, Drying Alcohol Free, Silicone Free, Paraben Free
Claims
Vegan, Cruelty Free, SCPN Notified, CPNP Notified
Made in
Made in Korea

About this item

  • Rebuilds the skin barrier: five types of ceramides with cholesterol work like mortar between bricks, filling gaps to lock moisture into stressed skin.
  • Black rice antioxidants: black rice extract helps shield skin from daily stress and supports a brighter, more even look.
  • Probiotic balance: galactomyces and bifida ferments help keep skin smooth, balanced and calm.
  • Silky, fast-absorbing feel: sinks in without stickiness, leaving skin soft and bouncy - easy to layer in any routine.
  • Clean, calm formula: vegan, cruelty-free and free from fragrance, drying alcohol, silicones and parabens.
£17.47(£14.56/100ml)
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  • Vegan
  • Cruelty Free
  • Fragrance Free
  • Drying Alcohol Free
  • Silicone Free
  • Paraben Free
  • Made in Korea
  • SCPN Notified
  • CPNP Notified

Description

HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence helps rebuild your skin's natural barrier with gentle, nourishing ingredients. This lightweight essence blends the goodness of black rice and friendly probiotics to calm, hydrate, and brighten your skin. Perfect for all skin types, especially when your skin feels tired or stressed, this essence works like a caring friend to bring back your natural glow. The smooth formula sinks in quickly without any sticky feeling, leaving your skin soft, bouncy, and happy.

What Makes This Essence Special

This essence stands out because it works with your skin, not against it. The black rice extract brings rich antioxidants that help shield your skin from daily stress while brightening your look. Probiotics (the good bacteria) help keep your skin balanced and smooth. The special mix of ceramides works like the mortar between bricks, filling gaps in your skin barrier to lock moisture in.

The light texture feels like silk on your skin and soaks in fast, making it perfect for layering in any skincare routine. It doesn't have any heavy scents, harsh chemicals, or ingredients that might upset your skin. Instead, it gives your skin exactly what it needs to feel calm, strong, and glowing.

Kind to Your Skin, Kind to the Planet

We believe skincare should be good for you and good for the world. This essence is:

  • Cruelty-free – never tested on animals
  • Vegan – contains no animal products
  • Free from parabens, silicones, and drying alcohols
  • No artificial fragrances that might irritate your skin
  • No GMOs, phthalates, sulfates, or synthetic dyes
  • Safe for all skin types, even the most sensitive

Each bottle helps your skin while staying true to values that matter. The gentle formula works with your skin's natural processes, not against them. It's skincare that lets you feel good about what you put on your face every day.

Skin-Loving Ingredients That Work

Each drop of this essence brings helpful ingredients that your skin will love:

  • Black Rice Extract: Feeds your skin with antioxidants and helps it glow
  • Galactomyces and Bifida Ferments: Help smooth skin and support its natural balance
  • Five Types of Ceramides: Work together to hold moisture in your skin
  • Panthenol: Pulls water to your skin and keeps it calm
  • Shea Butter: Softens and helps protect your skin
  • Squalane: Lightweight oil that matches what your skin makes naturally

These ingredients work as a team to help your skin feel soft, strong, and healthy. They focus on helping your skin help itself, rather than just covering up problems.

How Your Skin Will Feel

Right away, you'll notice how your skin drinks up this essence. It feels cool and light going on, and sinks in without any sticky feeling. Your skin will feel softer and more plump after just one use. Any tight or dry spots will feel soothed and calm.

Over time, you'll see even better results. Your skin will look brighter and more even-toned. The texture will become smoother, with a natural bounce that shows healthy skin. And the best part? Your skin will feel stronger and less likely to get irritated by things like weather changes or new products. It's like giving your skin a daily dose of strength training.

Simple Steps for Best Results

Adding this essence to your skincare routine is easy:

  • Start with clean skin – wash your face with your favorite gentle cleanser
  • If you use toner, apply that first and let it dry
  • Shake the bottle well to mix all the good stuff
  • Put a small amount (about the size of a nickel) in your palm
  • Gently press it onto your face and neck – no need to rub hard
  • Pat lightly with your fingertips to help it sink in
  • Follow with your moisturizer to seal in all the goodness

Use morning and night for best results. In the morning, always finish with sunscreen. One bottle lasts about 2-3 months with daily use, giving your skin plenty of time to show improvement.

Your skin deserves this gentle, effective care. Try HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence today and feel the difference as your skin becomes calmer, stronger, and more radiant. Your journey to healthy, happy skin starts with just a few drops – your skin will thank you!


Disclaimer: Packaging and product images may be updated by the manufacturer without notice. The item you receive may differ in appearance from the images shown, and colours may vary slightly between screens.

How to Use

Shake well before use to ensure even distribution of ingredients. After cleansing and toning, dispense an appropriate amount of the essence into your hands and gently massage onto your face and neck. Pat lightly with fingertips to enhance absorption. For optimal results, apply once or twice daily, morning and evening, layering as needed. Follow with a moisturizer to seal in hydration.

Store the product at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and excessive heat to maintain its efficacy. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use to prevent contamination and oxidation. Avoid exposing the product to extreme cold, which may alter its texture. A typical 120ml bottle generally lasts about 2-3 months with regular daily application.

This essence suits all skin types, especially sensitive, dry, and mature skin, and can be incorporated into any skincare routine. It complements products like hydrating toners, heavier moisturizers, and sunscreens. Use consistently for improved skin barrier strength, hydration, and a brighter, more even complexion.

Ingredients

Ingredients List

Water, Butylene Glycol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Phyllostachys Pubescens Shoot Bark Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Xanthan Gum, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Panthenol, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Aspergillus Ferment, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Ceramide NP, Disodium EDTA, Pentylene Glycol, Tromethamine, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Phytosterols, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Lees Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Stearic Acid, Palmitic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Squalane, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Cyclodextrin, Arachidic Acid, Myristic Acid, Oleic Acid, Ceramide NS, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Ceramide AS, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP

Key Ingredients

Black Rice Extract, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Bifida Ferment Filtrate, Ceramides (NP, NS, AS, AP, EOP), Panthenol, Cholesterol and Fatty Acids

Disclaimer: Ingredients may be updated by the manufacturer without notice. For the most current and accurate list, always refer to the product packaging.

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Routine Recommendation

Step 1
HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Moisture 5.5 Soft Cleansing Gel

Cleanser

HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Moisture 5.5 Soft Cleansing Gel

£11.47

Step 2
HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner Fragrance Free

Toner

HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner Fragrance Free

£12.47

Step 3
HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence

Serum

HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence

£17.47

Step 4
HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice 5 Ceramide Barrier Moisturizing Cream

Cream

HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice 5 Ceramide Barrier Moisturizing Cream

£15.97

Step 5
HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++

Sunscreen

HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Moisture Airyfit Daily Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++

£12.97


Milky essence · a.k.a. Makgeolli · 120 ml

A milky essence, named after a rice wine.

Makgeolli is Korea’s cloudy fermented rice wine, and this essence borrows its look. A lightweight milky layer with ferment filtrates, ceramides and panthenol — and a second life as a dewy make-up base.

120 mlMilky textureDoubles as a primer
HARUHARU WONDER Essence 120ml HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence

What does it do?

One shake, one generous layer.

Drawn from the brand’s own product statements and the ingredient list.

Skin-flooding hydration

A generous milky layer that leaves skin feeling plump, soft and supple rather than coated.

Comforting and calm

A soothing, nourishing step for days when skin feels tired and dry by the afternoon.

A dewy make-up base

Use it as a primer, or mix a few drops into foundation for a natural, dewy finish.

What's in it?

Ferments, ceramides and rice.

Ingredients are described as they appear in the manufacturer’s statement of formula — no performance is promised for any of them.

1,000ppm

Galactomyces and bifida

Galactomyces ferment filtrate and bifida ferment filtrate, each listed at 1,000ppm.

Five

Ceramide complex

Ceramides NP, NS, AS, AP and EOP appear in the list, with cholesterol, phytosterols and fatty acids.

2,000ppm

Fermented black rice

Oryza sativa (rice) extract at 2,000ppm and rice lees extract at 100ppm, with panthenol, squalane and shea butter.

Model Nadia applying toner — HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence

How does it feel?

A milky layer that floods in moisture.

A milky, lightweight essence that leaves skin feeling plump, soft and radiant — light enough to double as a make-up primer.

TextureMilky essence
FeelLightweight, not heavy
FinishPlump, soft, radiant

Choose your probiotics step

Essence, mist, or something lighter?

Three water steps from the same house, in different weights.

Compare HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Probiotics Barrier EssenceYou’re viewing HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Hyaluronic Essence HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Hyaluronic EssenceView product NUMBUZIN No.3 Skin Softening Serum NUMBUZIN No.3 Skin Softening SerumView product SOME BY MI Beta Panthenol Repair Serum SOME BY MI Beta Panthenol Repair SerumView product PURITO SEOUL Galacto Niacin 97 Power Essence PURITO SEOUL Galacto Niacin 97 Power EssenceView product HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Hyaluronic Anti-wrinkle Serum HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Hyaluronic Anti-wrinkle SerumView product
Best forTired, dry-feeling skin that wants a richer water stepA lighter, watery hydration layer after the tonerSoftens rough texture, brightens dull tone and supports elasticityBarrier repair with deep, lasting hydration and calmed rednessBrightens tone, refines the look of pores and supports the skin barrierHydrates, firms and smooths the look of fine lines
Formula focusGalactomyces and bifida ferment filtrates, five ceramides, panthenol, fermented black riceFermented black rice 10,000ppm, sodium hyaluronate 2,000ppm, aloe, trehaloseBifida ferment lysate 42%, Galactomyces ferment filtrate 21%, NiacinamidePanthenol 50, 000 ppm, beta-sitosterol 5Galactomyces ferment filtrate 92%, Niacinamide 5%Fermented black rice extract, hyaluronic acid, red ginseng extract
ExperienceMilky and lightweight, dewy finishLight and watery, dewy finishLightweightLightweightLight, watery textureLightweight, non-sticky
Routine roleEssence, or a dewy make-up baseEssence, after tonerAM & PM, serum stepAM & PM, serum stepAM & PM, after cleansing and toningAM & PM, at the serum step

Is it for you?

Who this is for.

Self-identification, not a diagnosis — this is a cosmetic essence.

  • Skin that feels dry and tired by the afternoon
  • Anyone who prefers a milky essence to a watery one
  • Make-up routines that want a dewier base
  • Layering a richer water step before cream
Summer moisture used to mean clogged pores

I've always struggled with summer hydrating/moisturizing (I need to moisturize but am prone to clogged pores in the warmer season) and I feel like this has filled a gap in my seasonal routine where it's moisturizing without feeling heavy or clogging my pores. Also layers well under SPF and makeup.

Easily irritated on azelaic and tretinoin

I have very dry sensitive skin and use Azelaic acid and tretinoion. My skin gets very easily irritated. That product manages both my irritation and dry skin. Without it, I notice my skin gets more red and my foundation has dry spots.

Dry patches on isotretinoin

I’m on isotretinoin and this got rid of my dry patches! Soothed the very dry and tight feeling of my face immediately after use.

Tight and dry despite heavy moisturizer

I'm on Rx adapalene and it's become a twice a day staple for me. I notice my skin is more dry and tight if I don't use it (even with heavy duty moisturizer).

Winter dryness on acne-prone skin

I have acne prone skin and during winter or when my skin feels dry this is sooooooo goooddd I wish this came in a bigger bottle it’s the best milky toner I have tried.

One shake, one milky layer, and the rest of the routine goes on smoothly.

HARUHARU WONDER Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence £17.47