It starts in a field in the Himalayas. Not a lab.
The real magic is the double-ferment — first for the kombucha, then again with black tea. Takes a month. My morning coffee doesn’t get that much respect.
It’s a treatment essence. $95 for 5oz. I was skeptical of anything calling itself a “fermented elixir.” But the claim of 72-hour hydration got me.
The Viscosity
Thicker than water, thinner than serum. No slip.
The Scent
Like faint, sweet tea leaves. Not perfumey. Fades fast.
The Finish
Satin, not sticky. Layers beautifully under anything.
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The hero is the kombucha ferment. It’s a probiotic cocktail for your skin barrier. The black tea is an antioxidant punch.
- Kombucha Ferment: Strengthens & balances the skin’s microbiome
- Black Tea Extract: Fights daily environmental stressors
- Hyaluronic Acid: Plumps with hydration (obviously)
- Lemon Peel Oil: A hint of brightening — and scent
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Pours like maple syrup. Absorbs in 3 seconds — seriously. Skin feels quenched, not wet.
By week two, my foundation stopped clinging to dry patches. The surprise? My morning redness dialed down a notch. Didn’t expect that.
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Hydration is legit — my skin stays softer longer. No miracle glow, but a more even, calm canvas. Pores? Unchanged. This isn’t a resurfacer.
It’s an exquisite hydrator for fussy skin. Not a necessity, but a very pleasant one.