You may be taking probiotic supplements, but have you tried probiotics in your skincare? Because probiotics are not only good for your gut, but also your skin too. Our Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence is a Korean milky essence toner that’s designed to boost your skin’s hydration and elasticity, making your complexion appear more supple and plump, while preventing dryness.
But if you’re wondering how our formula really stands out from the crowd, keep reading.
Why the Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence is unique
Our Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence is unparalleled to anything else on the market due to its meticulously crafted formulation, which fortifies and restores the skin barrier. It's also unique due to other key aspects:
Optimal Lipid Ratio for Skin Barrier Support
This essence incorporates ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids in a precise 3:1:1 ratio, mirroring the skin's natural composition. This balance helps to effectively strengthen and repair the skin, addressing concerns like dryness, flakiness, and sensitivity.
Enriched with Fermented Ingredients
The inclusion of fermented black rice extract, galactomyces ferment filtrate, and bifida ferment filtrate enhances the essence's antioxidant properties and supports skin health. Fermented ingredients are known for their ability to improve skin texture and tone, contributing to a more radiant complexion.
Versatile Application Methods
The essence's milky texture allows for multiple application techniques. You can of course use it alone as a toner, or you can apply it between your Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner and moisturizer. You can even use it as a mask for intensive hydration, so you can really tailor how you use it to your specific skincare needs.
How is the Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence different from the Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner?
Wondering which toner is best for you? There’s no need to choose, as you can use both!
We recommend using our bestselling Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner straight after cleansing to prep the skin and add a hit of hydration. With a lightweight, water-gel texture, it’s brimming with black rice extract, hyaluronic acid and moisture-boosting beta-glucan, which absorbs quickly to leave the skin with a glowing, refreshed finish.
Whereas the Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence stars a smooth, creamy texture and a high nutrient content in order to strengthen the skin barrier and provide antioxidant protection. It's rich and nourishing, and packed with black rice extract, probiotics, niacinamide and ceramides. It also sinks into the skin super quickly (there’s no sticky, greasy residue here) so you can go straight into applying your moisturizer and SPF for daytime, or your serum, moisturizer and oil for night time.
Why you can trust the Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence
We want our products to deliver serious results that improve the look and health of your skin, so we tested the Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence in not one, but two clinical trials.
One clinical trial was to test skin moisture improvement. Testers applied the product to their face twice a day (morning and evening) for 2 weeks.
We can reveal that:
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There was a 34% improvement in the skin’s moisture levels after 2 weeks use.
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50% agreed that their skin moisture had improved.
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45% were satisfied that their skin was smoother and that the product was easily absorbed.
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40% agreed that there was an improvement in their overall skin texture.
Our next clinical trial was to test skin barrier improvement. Testers again applied the product to their face twice a day (morning and evening) for 2 weeks.
We found that:
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There was a 21% improvement in the skin barrier after 2 weeks use.
-
60% of testers agreed that their skin barrier had become stronger.
-
50% were very satisfied with the moistness of their skin.
-
45% were satisfied with their skin’s smoothness and texture.
For both clinical trials, 100% of testers experienced no reactions to the product, making it suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Our milky toner is also vegan, fragrance-free and dermatologically tested, with other certifications currently in progress.
What does a milky essence toner do?
The correct question might be, what doesn’t a milky essence toner do? It genuinely does a bit of everything.
Our Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence features powerful nutrients in the golden ratio of 3:1:1 to promote a healthy skin barrier. It stars a 3 ceramide complex to lock in moisture, strengthen the skin barrier, and help to protect against environmental aggressors like dust and pollution. Our essence toner also contains fatty acids to keep the skin hydrated and soothed, alongside reducing dryness and inflammation, making it a great hydrating toner for dry skin. There’s also cholesterol included (which is a natural component of the skin barrier) to replenish and support moisture balance.
You can also find panthenol, also known as vitamin B5, in the formula, which acts as both a humectant (which attracts and retains moisture) and an emollient (which softens and soothes). Plus, there’s the probiotic galactomyces ferment filtrate, an ingredient derived from yeast that moisturizes, soothes, boosts skin elasticity, and enhances the absorption of other effective ingredients. There’s also another probiotic in the formula called bifida ferment filtrate, which gently but effectively breaks down dead skin cells, while improving skin texture and tone. It also protects the skin from damage caused by free radicals.
What are the benefits of black rice for the face?
Our star ingredients, fermented black rice and black rice extract, are positively brimming with benefits to create healthy looking skin.
Rich In Antioxidants
Black rice is high in anthocyanins, a type of powerful antioxidant that helps to fight the effects of environmental aggressors, reducing signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles and age spots. It also assists with supporting collagen synthesis, and can absorb UV rays, providing an extra layer of defense against sunburn and photoaging. (But you still need a dedicated sunscreen).
Brightens Skin Tone
There’s an abundance of vitamins and minerals in black rice including vitamin E and iron, which help to promote blood circulation and reduce dullness, which can result in a brighter and more even complexion.
Hydrates And Nourishes
Black rice contains essential amino acids and natural oils that help to retain moisture, keeping your skin soft, smooth and supple. Amino acids also help to repair damaged skin, promote wound healing, and strengthen the skin’s resilience.
Helps With Blemishes
The anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties of black rice helps to calm redness and inflammation, as well as reduce the risk of breakouts. It also helps to lessen the look of hyperpigmentation left behind from previous blemishes.
Controls Oil Production
Black rice contains natural astringent properties that help to control excess sebum production without being over-drying, making it a great Korean toner for oily skin and combination skin.
Protects Against UV Damage
Anthocyanins in black rice also help to protect the skin from sun damage and environmental stressors, reducing the risk of dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Black rice also contains carotenoids like lutein and zeaxanthin, which can reduce the effects of UV radiation.
Improves Skin Elasticity
The amino acids and collagen-boosting properties of black rice help to keep your skin firm and plump. Black rice is also a good source of ceramides, which help to retain moisture and allow your complexion to look fresh and bouncy.
Refines Skin Texture and Tone
Black rice contains mild, natural AHAs, which loosen the bonds between dead skin cells and sweeps them away, which also speeds up cell turnover for a luminous glow. It also unblocks pores and lessens the appearance of blackheads in the process for a smoother, clearer complexion.
Is a milky essence toner anti-aging?
Yes! Our Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence is anti-aging because it’s packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that protect the skin from free radicals, which can contribute to signs of aging. Plus, the amino acids in black rice assist with boosting collagen production, which in turn helps to maintain skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Can I use a milky essence toner daily?
Yes you absolutely can, as our Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence is gentle, hydrating, and packed with antioxidants that will benefit all skin types.
Use it morning and evening, after cleansing. Simply shake well before use to effectively mix the contents, and apply to the skin with your fingers, or with Korean toner pads. Lightly pat it in to help it absorb, and lock in the hydration with a moisturizer and SPF if using during the day.
Give it a try and let us know what you think!
Meet the Author
With a decade of experience in the beauty industry, Emma Hobday brings a unique blend of expertise as a freelance beauty writer, copywriter, and editor. Her journey began with four years in beauty customer service, giving her firsthand insight into what consumers want. For the past six years, she’s been crafting compelling copy for a variety of top-tier brands and publications, including Glamour, WGSN, Cult Beauty, InStyle, Well + Good, Real Simple, and Fashionista. Connect with her on Instagram @emmahobday_.
Why A Milky Essence Toner Deserves a Spot in Your Routine
You may be taking probiotic supplements, but have you tried probiotics in your skincare? Because probiotics are not only good for your gut, but also your skin too. Our Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence is a Korean milky essence toner that’s designed to boost your skin’s hydration and elasticity, making your complexion appear more supple and plump, while preventing dryness.
But if you’re wondering how our formula really stands out from the crowd, keep reading.
Why the Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence is unique
Our Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence is unparalleled to anything else on the market due to its meticulously crafted formulation, which fortifies and restores the skin barrier. It's also unique due to other key aspects:
Optimal Lipid Ratio for Skin Barrier Support
This essence incorporates ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids in a precise 3:1:1 ratio, mirroring the skin's natural composition. This balance helps to effectively strengthen and repair the skin, addressing concerns like dryness, flakiness, and sensitivity.
Enriched with Fermented Ingredients
The inclusion of fermented black rice extract, galactomyces ferment filtrate, and bifida ferment filtrate enhances the essence's antioxidant properties and supports skin health. Fermented ingredients are known for their ability to improve skin texture and tone, contributing to a more radiant complexion.
Versatile Application Methods
The essence's milky texture allows for multiple application techniques. You can of course use it alone as a toner, or you can apply it between your Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner and moisturizer. You can even use it as a mask for intensive hydration, so you can really tailor how you use it to your specific skincare needs.
How is the Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence different from the Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner?
Wondering which toner is best for you? There’s no need to choose, as you can use both!
We recommend using our bestselling Black Rice Hyaluronic Toner straight after cleansing to prep the skin and add a hit of hydration. With a lightweight, water-gel texture, it’s brimming with black rice extract, hyaluronic acid and moisture-boosting beta-glucan, which absorbs quickly to leave the skin with a glowing, refreshed finish.
Whereas the Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence stars a smooth, creamy texture and a high nutrient content in order to strengthen the skin barrier and provide antioxidant protection. It's rich and nourishing, and packed with black rice extract, probiotics, niacinamide and ceramides. It also sinks into the skin super quickly (there’s no sticky, greasy residue here) so you can go straight into applying your moisturizer and SPF for daytime, or your serum, moisturizer and oil for night time.
Why you can trust the Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence
We want our products to deliver serious results that improve the look and health of your skin, so we tested the Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence in not one, but two clinical trials.
One clinical trial was to test skin moisture improvement. Testers applied the product to their face twice a day (morning and evening) for 2 weeks.
We can reveal that:
There was a 34% improvement in the skin’s moisture levels after 2 weeks use.
50% agreed that their skin moisture had improved.
45% were satisfied that their skin was smoother and that the product was easily absorbed.
40% agreed that there was an improvement in their overall skin texture.
Our next clinical trial was to test skin barrier improvement. Testers again applied the product to their face twice a day (morning and evening) for 2 weeks.
We found that:
There was a 21% improvement in the skin barrier after 2 weeks use.
60% of testers agreed that their skin barrier had become stronger.
50% were very satisfied with the moistness of their skin.
45% were satisfied with their skin’s smoothness and texture.
For both clinical trials, 100% of testers experienced no reactions to the product, making it suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Our milky toner is also vegan, fragrance-free and dermatologically tested, with other certifications currently in progress.
What does a milky essence toner do?
The correct question might be, what doesn’t a milky essence toner do? It genuinely does a bit of everything.
Our Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence features powerful nutrients in the golden ratio of 3:1:1 to promote a healthy skin barrier. It stars a 3 ceramide complex to lock in moisture, strengthen the skin barrier, and help to protect against environmental aggressors like dust and pollution. Our essence toner also contains fatty acids to keep the skin hydrated and soothed, alongside reducing dryness and inflammation, making it a great hydrating toner for dry skin. There’s also cholesterol included (which is a natural component of the skin barrier) to replenish and support moisture balance.
You can also find panthenol, also known as vitamin B5, in the formula, which acts as both a humectant (which attracts and retains moisture) and an emollient (which softens and soothes). Plus, there’s the probiotic galactomyces ferment filtrate, an ingredient derived from yeast that moisturizes, soothes, boosts skin elasticity, and enhances the absorption of other effective ingredients. There’s also another probiotic in the formula called bifida ferment filtrate, which gently but effectively breaks down dead skin cells, while improving skin texture and tone. It also protects the skin from damage caused by free radicals.
What are the benefits of black rice for the face?
Our star ingredients, fermented black rice and black rice extract, are positively brimming with benefits to create healthy looking skin.
Rich In Antioxidants
Black rice is high in anthocyanins, a type of powerful antioxidant that helps to fight the effects of environmental aggressors, reducing signs of aging like fine lines, wrinkles and age spots. It also assists with supporting collagen synthesis, and can absorb UV rays, providing an extra layer of defense against sunburn and photoaging. (But you still need a dedicated sunscreen).
Brightens Skin Tone
There’s an abundance of vitamins and minerals in black rice including vitamin E and iron, which help to promote blood circulation and reduce dullness, which can result in a brighter and more even complexion.
Hydrates And Nourishes
Black rice contains essential amino acids and natural oils that help to retain moisture, keeping your skin soft, smooth and supple. Amino acids also help to repair damaged skin, promote wound healing, and strengthen the skin’s resilience.
Helps With Blemishes
The anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties of black rice helps to calm redness and inflammation, as well as reduce the risk of breakouts. It also helps to lessen the look of hyperpigmentation left behind from previous blemishes.
Controls Oil Production
Black rice contains natural astringent properties that help to control excess sebum production without being over-drying, making it a great Korean toner for oily skin and combination skin.
Protects Against UV Damage
Anthocyanins in black rice also help to protect the skin from sun damage and environmental stressors, reducing the risk of dark spots and hyperpigmentation. Black rice also contains carotenoids like lutein and zeaxanthin, which can reduce the effects of UV radiation.
Improves Skin Elasticity
The amino acids and collagen-boosting properties of black rice help to keep your skin firm and plump. Black rice is also a good source of ceramides, which help to retain moisture and allow your complexion to look fresh and bouncy.
Refines Skin Texture and Tone
Black rice contains mild, natural AHAs, which loosen the bonds between dead skin cells and sweeps them away, which also speeds up cell turnover for a luminous glow. It also unblocks pores and lessens the appearance of blackheads in the process for a smoother, clearer complexion.
Is a milky essence toner anti-aging?
Yes! Our Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence is anti-aging because it’s packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that protect the skin from free radicals, which can contribute to signs of aging. Plus, the amino acids in black rice assist with boosting collagen production, which in turn helps to maintain skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Can I use a milky essence toner daily?
Yes you absolutely can, as our Black Rice Probiotics Barrier Essence is gentle, hydrating, and packed with antioxidants that will benefit all skin types.
Use it morning and evening, after cleansing. Simply shake well before use to effectively mix the contents, and apply to the skin with your fingers, or with Korean toner pads. Lightly pat it in to help it absorb, and lock in the hydration with a moisturizer and SPF if using during the day.
Give it a try and let us know what you think!
Meet the Author
With a decade of experience in the beauty industry, Emma Hobday brings a unique blend of expertise as a freelance beauty writer, copywriter, and editor. Her journey began with four years in beauty customer service, giving her firsthand insight into what consumers want. For the past six years, she’s been crafting compelling copy for a variety of top-tier brands and publications, including Glamour, WGSN, Cult Beauty, InStyle, Well + Good, Real Simple, and Fashionista. Connect with her on Instagram @emmahobday_.