ORIENT EXPRESS GINSENG

Asia is home to a wealth of skin-loving ingredients that beauty brands the world over have tapped. We spotlight the three to have in your routine for a fast track to better skin

A potent antioxidant, this prized botanical is famed for its incredible ability to counter signs of ageing—think wrinkles, dullness, the whole shebang. What it also does well: quell redness and puffiness, thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties; improve blood circulation to encourage collagen production, aid healing and support optimal skin health; and help protect against photoageing and cell damage caused by environmental aggressors.

TRY: Sulwhasoo’s Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Serum EX ($275), which has at its heart Ginsenomics, an extract that promotes collagen production, helps strengthen the skin, improves moisture levels, and counters inflammation-related ageing. The formula has been upgraded and now boasts an enhanced delivery system that improves the actives’ skin penetration for better results.