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Step 1 · Hydrating Toner
Cactus Balancing Toner
A thick, essence-like toner that stays on skin instead of evaporating — so the moisture you put on actually stays put.
Vegan
EWG Green-Grade
Fragrance-Free
Alcohol-Free
8°
contact angle (CN-27)
0
synthetic polymers
150ml
5.07 fl oz
Normal · Dry · Combination · Sensitive
Why it's different
Most toners evaporate. This one stays.
Watery toners flash off your skin in seconds. Ours is naturally viscous — the thickness comes from concentrated botanical extract, not synthetic thickeners — so it clings to the skin barrier and holds moisture in.
01 — SOURCE
Cactus we grow ourselves
Korean cactus (Opuntia ficus-indica) from our own coastal farm in Goheung, Korea. Whole-plant extract, not a bought-in commodity ingredient.
02 — SCIENCE
Patented CN-27 extraction
Low-temperature extraction that drops surface tension to 25 mN/m — so nutrients spread thin and sink in fast instead of sitting on top.
03 — FORMULA
Clean, and genuinely gentle
No fragrance, no alcohol, no synthetic polymers. EWG green-grade ingredients, vegan, and tested for heavy metals and skin irritation.
The proof
Lower surface tension means faster absorption.
A drop that beads up sits on the surface. A drop that spreads thin gets absorbed. Here's our cactus extract next to hyaluronic acid, measured the same way.
Hyaluronic acid
62°
contact angle · 50 mN/m
CN-27 cactus extract
8°
contact angle · 25 mN/m
Surface tension
mN/m
Glycerin65
Hyaluronic acid (0.5%)56
Hyaluronic acid (1%)52
Cactus, hot-water extract46
CN-27 cactus extract25
Lower is better: lower surface tension and contact angle mean better spreadability and absorption. Source: FG Beauty CN-27 patent research.
From our farm
A plant that survives −30°C.
Korean cactus grows through winters that drop to −30°C and summers that climb near 50°C. To survive that swing, it holds water and antioxidants in a thick natural mucilage — the same substance that gives this toner its body.
We grow it on our own farm on the Goheung coast, and extract the whole plant — stem, fruit, root and flower.
What's in it
Six actives, one job each.
Korean Cactus Extract
Farm-grown Opuntia. Deep hydration and antioxidants, in a naturally thick base.
Niacinamide
Helps even out tone and supports a smoother, healthier-looking surface.
Adenosine
A well-studied active that helps soften the look of fine lines.
Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
Draws in moisture and leaves skin feeling comfortable, not tight.
Beta-Glucan
A soothing humectant that supports a calm, resilient barrier.
Calendula & Centella
Classic comfort botanicals for skin that gets stressed easily.
Texture
Shake it. That sediment is the point.
Because we skip synthetic thickeners and use a high concentration of botanical extract, natural sediment settles to the bottom over time. That's not a flaw — it's what an unadulterated formula looks like.
Shake well before every use to redistribute the botanical nutrients. It pours slightly thick, spreads thin, and absorbs without any tacky finish.
How to use
Three steps, morning and night.
STEP 01
Cleanse, then shake the bottle well and dispense onto clean hands.
STEP 02
Press it over damp skin — or sweep with a cotton pad along your skin's texture.
STEP 03
Follow with serum and moisturizer while skin is still damp.
Pro tip: For extra-dry days, soak two cotton pads and leave them on cheeks for 3–5 minutes as a quick hydrating compress.
The fit
Is this your toner?
Reach for it if…
✓Your skin feels tight right after cleansing
✓Watery toners disappear before they do anything
✓Fragrance and alcohol are a problem for you
✓You want hydration without a sticky finish
Good to know
✓Layer 2–3 times for a plumper, more hydrated finish
✓Works under any serum, essence or moisturizer
✓Doubles as a soothing compress on a cotton pad
✓Patch test first if you have known sensitivities
FAQ
Questions, answered.
Why is there sediment at the bottom?
It's natural botanical sediment from a high concentration of plant extract with no synthetic thickeners holding it in suspension. Shake before each use and it redistributes evenly.
What does a "balancing" toner actually do?
It rehydrates skin right after cleansing and helps bring the surface back to a comfortable oil-and-water balance, so whatever you apply next spreads and absorbs better.
Is it safe for sensitive skin?
It's formulated without fragrance or alcohol, made with EWG green-grade ingredients, and tested for skin irritation and heavy metals. As with any new product, patch test first.
Can I use it morning and night?
Yes — it's designed as your first step after cleansing, twice a day.
What makes Korean cactus different from aloe?
It's a different plant that survives extreme cold and heat, and it carries a notably higher vitamin C content than aloe alongside its natural mucilage.
Full ingredients
Everything that's inside.
Net 150ml / 5.07 fl oz · Made in Korea
Water, Butylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Propanediol, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Betaine, Niacinamide, Glycereth-26, 1,2-Hexanediol, Diethoxyethyl Succinate, Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, Panthenol, Allantoin, Chrysanthemum Morifolium Flower Extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract, Beta-Glucan, Centella Asiatica Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Squalane, Sucrose, Caprylyl Glycol, Mineral Salts
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