Artemisia Calming Essence

Name: Missha Artemisia Calming Essence
Brand: Missha

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Overall score7.2

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✶ Hero ingredients

#3Glycerin

One of the most effective humectants

#4Butylene Glycol

Lightweight humectant and solvent

#7Pentylene Glycol

Humectant with antimicrobial properties

Score breakdown

Overall

7.2

Hydration Efficacy7.3

Irritation Risk9.5

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Active Ingredient Strength2.4

Ingredient Transparency7.8

Formulation Safety9.0

Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.

What makes Missha Artemisia Calming Essence stand out

Missha Artemisia Calming Essence is a solid toner with an overall score of 7.2/9.8. Positioned in the mid-range bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.

It performs well on hydration (7.3) and low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.

Is this right for you?

Great for

✓Dry or dehydrated skin — strong moisture-binding profile
✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags

May not suit

⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment

Key ingredients

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Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
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Butylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #4 in the INCI list
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Pentylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #7 in the INCI list
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Panthenol
Draws in moisture — #8 in the INCI list
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Betaine
Draws in moisture — #9 in the INCI list

Full ingredient list

14 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)

#2Water #3Glycerin #4Butylene Glycol #5Propanediol #62-Hexanediol #7Pentylene Glycol #8Panthenol #9Betaine #10Allantoin #11Madecassoside #12Sodium Hyaluronate #13Carbomer #14Arginine #15Ethylhexylglycerin

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Ingredient breakdown

Draws in moisture6
Other ingredient4
Works on your skin2
Holds the formula together1
Keeps the product fresh1

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