Neogen

NEOGEN is owned and developed by Outin Futures Co., Ltd., a Korean company founded in 2000. The NEOGEN brand launched in 2009, and NEOGEN DERMALOGY followed in 2010, combining dermatology-inspired thinking with innovative textures and formats.

The brand has made fermented ingredients a big part of its identity. Fermentation is a traditional part of Korean food culture, and in skincare it is used to create ingredients that feel gentle and nourishing.

Its Real Ferment Micro Essence blends bifida ferment lysate, saccharomyces ferment filtrate, birch juice and rice ferment filtrate in a watery essence that helps hydrate and support skin elasticity for a smooth, bouncy look. The Real Vita C Serum focuses on brightness, and the A-Clear Soothing Spot Patches give blemish-prone skin a protective cover.

For shoppers, pat the essence into skin after cleansing and toner, then follow with the vitamin C serum in the morning and sunscreen on top. Use spot patches overnight when you need them. If you're new to vitamin C, start every second day and build up. The brand's fermented range is gentle enough for most skin types, and works well alongside other Korean skincare. Patch-test first if your skin is reactive. Store the vitamin C serum away from heat and light.