First Care Activating Serum VI Duo (Nordstrom Exclusive) (Limited Edition) $178 Value

What it is: A Nordstrom-exclusive, limited-edition set of two full-size bottles of Sulwhasoo's best-selling, preventative powerhouse serum that helps strengthen skin’s barrier, improve radiance and protect against future visible signs of aging.

Who it's for: Ideal for all skin types.

What it does: This lightweight, fast-absorbing formula is designed to prevent—rather than correct—visible signs of aging. At the heart of this advanced serum is the potent synergy of 500-Hour Aged Ginseng Extract (LYMPHANAX™) and a proprietary Korean Herb Extract blend. Together, they strengthen the skin barrier, boost hydration and help defend against environmental stressors to minimize visible fine lines. Its silky texture absorbs instantly into damp skin, delivering immediate hydration while improving dryness, dullness and overall tone—making it the essential first step in any high-performance skincare ritual. Unlock skin longevity with Korea’s No.1 Serum Brand.* *Based on 2023 sales data of the essence category in Korea. Data source: Kantar Worldpanel (Copyright © World™, Kantar 2024).

Key ingredients:

- 500-Hour Fermented Ginseng*: supports a healthy skin barrier, helping to visibly improve fine lines and wrinkles (*ginseng that has been fermented for the optimal period of 500 hours (20 days) to maximize Saponin G17, a key compound that strengthens the skin barrier)

- Korean Herb Extract: a proprietary blend of five Korean herbs that strengthens the skin barrier and helps to improve hydration, soothe and visibly address signs of aging

- Vitamin C Derivative: a gentler form of vitamin C that delivers long-lasting antioxidant protection

Research results:

In an instrumental test on 30 women with 4 weeks of daily use, users showed improvement in:

- Crow’s Feet

- Elasticity

- Moisture Barrier Strength

- Hydration

In a home usage test survey of 600 women with 4 weeks of daily use:

- 96% agreed skin texture feels smoother

- 95% agreed skin has a healthy radiance

- 93% agreed skin looks healthy

How to use: After your morning and evening cleansing ritual, apply three pumps to damp skin with your fingertips and press serum into skin with an open palm for increased absorption. Use morning and night.