Glow Recipe vs iUNIK — side by side, no bias.
Our pick
Beta Glucan Power Moisture Serum
9/10 · iUNIK
| Pineapple-C Bright Serum | Beta Glucan Power Moisture Serum | |
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| Brand | Glow Recipe | iUNIK |
| Category | serum | serum |
| Editor Rating | 8.4/10 | 9/10 ★ |
| Category | serum | serum |
| Texture | Lightweight, slightly viscous serum | Slightly viscous but watery serum that absorbs cleanly |
| Finish | Bright, smooth, refined | calm, hydrated without shine |
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| Verdict | 15% L-ascorbic acid (the gold-standard active form of vitamin C) wrapped in pineapple extract and bromelain (the natural pineapple enzyme that gently exfoliates), with the classic CEF (vitamin C + E + ferulic) antioxidant stack for stability and enhanced effectiveness. Glow Recipe positions it as a brightening serum but the bromelain enzyme adds a mild exfoliation kick that smooths texture alongside the vitamin C brightening. Best used in the morning before sunscreen for the daily antioxidant + brightening payoff. | iUNIK signature product and one of the best-kept secrets in sensitive-skin K-beauty. 70% beta-glucan — a powerhouse humectant and soothing agent — combined with a minimalist supporting cast. The result is a serum that hydrates like hyaluronic acid but also calms reactive skin the way centella does. Cult favorite for a reason. |
