ONE THING vs Su:m37° — side by side, no bias.
Our pick
Secret Essence
8.8/10 · Su:m37°
| Centella Asiatica Extract | Secret Essence | |
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| Brand | ONE THING | Su:m37° |
| Category | essence | essence |
| Editor Rating | 8/10 | 8.8/10 ★ |
| Category | essence | essence |
| Texture | Clear, lightweight liquid | Clear watery essence |
| Finish | Soothed, balanced | Luminous absorbed |
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| Verdict | Pure centella asiatica extract for all-purpose skin calming. Pairs beautifully with active serums to reduce irritation potential. At 100% concentration and $13, this is pharmaceutical-level centella at drugstore prices. A staple for anyone using retinoids, AHAs, or BHAs. | LG's answer to SK-II Pitera — a naturally fermented essence that takes 50+ days in controlled fermentation tanks. The glow is real, the texture is water-thin, and the ferment is genuinely different from galactomyces. If SK-II is the J-beauty first treatment essence, Su:m37° is the K-beauty equivalent. |
