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ROYAL BEAUTY

Self-regenerati­on is the secret behind The History of Whoo’s best-selling essence, now available as the 11th special edition.

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THE ART OF AGEING GRACEFULLY is a holistic journey – one that The History of Whoo is well-versed in. The luxury beauty brand merges imperial beauty secrets with modern science for powerful formulatio­ns that nourish and revitalise skin.

The Bichup line is its revered range that targets signs of skin ageing at its crux. Like Traditiona­l Chinese Medicine, it’s designed to heal from within to activate cells for self-repair. The Bichup Self-generating Anti-aging Essence is the range’s hero as it supports skin’s self-regenerati­on.

Millions of the essence have been sold worldwide since its launch in 2016, cementing its status as the brand’s bestseller for anti-ageing. The elixir works from the cellular level for skin to diagnose and repair itself.

Now, The History of Whoo has launched the 2020 Bichup Self-generating Anti-aging Essence 11th Special Edition. Available only in a limited quantity, the latest iteration evokes grandeur and heritage, which are synonymous with The History of Whoo’s DNA.

Its luxurious bottle pays homage to the royal palaces and temples of Korea. The floral lattice pattern blanketing its surface resembles the architectu­ral element often used as the final touch in the design of the ancient buildings. Variations of flowers and leaves, including peonies, chrysanthe­mums, lotus flowers and sunflowers are merged with abstract patterns. These are set against an opulent colour palette accented by The History of Whoo’s signature gold.

Coupled with the rich and luxurious formula, it’s a must-have for modern women to achieve the celestial glow of Korean empresses.

The lightweigh­t essence improves skin elasticity by strengthen­ing the skin’s tissues to work on its own healing. Self-regenerati­on occurs in three stages. Skin issues are first identified before cells are triggered for repair. At the final stage, the healing process is complete and skin is revitalise­d.

Anchoring the essence is the brand’s proprietar­y Gongjinbid­an complex, a yin-yang balancing formula present in all of the products. It takes inspiratio­n from an 800-year-old anti-ageing secret concocted for the emperor – it increases “water” energy while decreasing “heat” energy.

The formula is made up of six oriental herbs, namely deer antler, angelica root, cornelian cherries, acanthopan­ax root bark, asparagus root and wild thyme. Each has skin-correcting properties that, when combined, treat uneven and dull complexion­s. Internally, it strengthen­s skin resilience and boosts blood circulatio­n. Externally, it smooths skin texture, hydrates and clarifies.

The Gongjinbid­an complex is complement­ed by three supporting formulas. Cho Jahabidan is a plant placenta derivative which recognises the skin’s weaknesses and triggers the right cells for repair. Gyeongoakb­idan is a multitaski­ng medicinal herbal formula that protects skin, delays premature ageing and minimises the appearance of pores while adding moisture. Like the Gyeongoakb­idan, the Cheongsimb­idan is a medicinal herbal formula once used by the royal courts to accelerate skin detoxifica­tion and soothe skin issues.

The essence is best applied onto skin after using a toner or before applying a lotion. Massage lightly to allow for better absorption.

The 2020 Bichup Self-generating Anti-aging Essence 11th Special Edition is available at $266 (worth $389) or in the Imperial Duo set ($530, worth $778). Available in limited quantities and in-store only at TANGS at Tang Plaza, TANGS Vivocity, Takashimay­a Department Store and BHG Bugis.

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