Sulwhasoo First Care Trial Kit – 4-step travel set with Activating Serum & cream for hydrated, plump skin

Sulwhasoo First Care Trial Kit is a compact four-step trial set that introduces the brand's signature cleansing, serum and cream ritual for hydrated, visibly plump-looking skin.

This travel-friendly kit gathers Sulwhasoo’s best-selling essentials into one curated routine: a double-cleansing oil, a gentle cleansing foam, a travel-size First Care Activating Serum, and a rich finishing cream. Designed to showcase the brand’s herbal-forward formulas and ginseng-powered actives, the set is ideal for testing how Sulwhasoo integrates traditional ingredients with modern skincare technology.

What exactly are the four steps included and how do they work together?

The kit follows a classic Korean double-cleanse followed by an activating serum and a nourishing cream. Each step prepares the skin for the next: oil removes makeup and excess sebum, foam clears remaining impurities, the serum primes and boosts absorption, and the cream seals in moisture.

• Step 1: Cleansing oil — emulsifies makeup and surface oils for a thorough first cleanse.
• Step 2: Cleansing foam — removes residue and refines the skin’s surface.
• Step 3: Activating serum — applied to damp skin to enhance penetration and support skin resilience.
• Step 4: Cream — locks in hydration and provides a smoothing finish.

How do Sulwhasoo’s ginseng and herbal complexes feature in this trial kit?

The formulas in the kit use Sulwhasoo’s Master Complex, Ginseng Actives, and a ginseng peptide blend to support the appearance of firmness and elasticity without making clinical claims. These botanical-forward ingredients are selected to complement the cleansing-to-hydration sequence.

• Master Complex — a blend of traditional herbs designed to support skin vitality.
• Ginseng Actives (Ginsenomics) — a patented ginseng concentrate targeting skin resilience and visible aging signs.
• Ginseng Peptide — a six-peptide combination formulated to help the skin look firmer and smoother.

What is the suggested way to use each product for best results?

The kit includes straightforward instructions that follow a practiced Korean routine. Using the products in sequence and applying the serum to damp skin are key steps to optimize absorption and the overall feel of the regimen.

• Cleansing oil: Massage two pumps onto dry skin, emulsify with water, then rinse.
• Cleansing foam: Lather two pumps on damp skin, cleanse, and rinse thoroughly.
• Activating serum: Dispense three pumps onto damp skin and gently press to aid absorption.
• Cream: Warm a pea-sized amount between fingertips and apply in an upward, lifting motion over face and neck.

Will this trial kit fit into travel routines and skin-testing plans?

The compact sizes make this kit convenient for short trips or for sampling the full Sulwhasoo ritual before committing to full-sized bottles. Because each product is sized for limited use, it’s a practical way to assess compatibility with your skin and routine.

• Travel-ready sizes meet carry-on convenience for many trips.
• Complete routine included so you can test product synergy in real time.
• Ideal for patch testing and short-term evaluation of texture and tolerance.

Who is this for: The Sulwhasoo First Care Trial Kit is best suited for people curious about introducing a Korean-style multi-step ritual into their routine, travelers who want a compact regimen, and anyone who wants to sample Sulwhasoo’s ginseng-infused approach before purchasing full sizes. It works well for those seeking gentle cleansing, boosted serum absorption, and a nourishing finish without committing to larger formats immediately.

Ingredients

First Care Activating Serum: Water/Aqua/Eau, Alcohol Denat., Butylene Glycol, Betaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Glyceryl Polymethacrylate, Propanediol, Carbomer, Ppg-13-Decyltetradeceth-24, Tromethamine, Glyceryl Caprylate, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fragrance/Parfum, Adenosine, Limonene, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Methyl Trimethicone, Disodium Edta, Xanthan Gum, Cellulose Gum, Carrageenan, Honey/Mel/Miel, Madecassoside, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, Pentylene Glycol, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Taurine, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract, Linalool, Polygonatum Odoratum Rhizome Extract, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Propylene Glycol, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Natto Gum, Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Juglans Regia (Walnut) Seed Extract, Prunus Mume Fruit Extract, Citronellol, Citral, Geraniol, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tocopherol, Citric Acid. Gentle Cleansing Oil: C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Peg-20 Glyceryl Triisostearate, Peg-8 Isostearate, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Fragrance/Parfum, Dextrin Palmitate, Limonene, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Squalane, Linalool, Water/Aqua/Eau, Butylene Glycol, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Pinus Koraiensis Seed Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Camellia Japonica Seed Oil, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract, Spirodela Polyrhiza Extract, Prunus Mume Seed Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract. Gentle Cleansing Foam: Water/Aqua/Eau, Potassium Cocoyl Glycinate, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Peg-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate, Sodium Chloride, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Peg-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Fragrance/Parfum, Isostearic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Butylene Glycol, Limonene, Disodium Edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Tetrasodium Edta, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract, Linalool, Spirodela Polyrhiza Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Dextrin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Salicornia Herbacea Extract, Morus Alba Leaf Extract, Angelica Keiskei Extract, Citric Acid, Tocopherol. Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream: Water / Aqua / Eau, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Triethylhexanoin, Squalane, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, 1,2-Hexanediol, Vinyl Dimethicone/Methicone Silsesquioxane Crosspolymer, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Cetearyl Olivate, Methoxy Peg-114/Polyepsilon Caprolactone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sorbitan Olivate, Glyceryl Stearate, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Arachidyl Alcohol, Fragrance / Parfum, Behenyl Alcohol, Hydrolyzed Ginseng Saponins, Glyceryl Caprylate, Mannitol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Arachidyl Glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Metaphosphate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Linalool, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate, Dextrin, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Extract, Limonene, Sodium Chloride, Rehmannia Glutinosa Root Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Panax Ginseng Flower Extract, Polygonatum Odoratum Rhizome Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Lilium Tigrinum Bulb Extract, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-11, Caprylyl Glycol, Tocopherol, Acetyl Heptapeptide-4, Hexapeptide-9, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Sodium Hydroxide, Acetyl Octapeptide-3