Bean Essence — Reddit Reviews
by Mixsoon
Updated September 24, 2026
Soybean-ferment essence for hydration and mild exfoliation; sticky for some.
What the community says
A soybean-ferment essence that people use mainly for hydration, with a mild exfoliating edge from the fermented blend. It suits dehydrated or dry skin that wants a dewier, plumper feel. The catch is the sticky, stretchy texture, and oily or acne-prone skin can hate it.
What this means for you
What people love
Watch out for
- Sticky, stretchy texture is a dealbreaker for plenty of people
- Can trigger breakouts or cysts on acne-prone skin
- Oily skin often finds it too much
Product details
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Real Reddit threads — 86 mentions across 27 threads
Mixsoon Bean Essence on Reddit, in one place — 27 threads from r/koreanskincare, r/AsianBeauty and 2 more, summarized.
“I personally use the bean essence and moisturizer.”
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“These have been my daily drivers for the last 1.5-2 years.”
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“the glass skin effect is definitely strongest when they are used together.”
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“Mixsoon Bean Essence: Similar to snail mucin in texture — stretchy and a bit sticky.”
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“Oily skin types may dislike it.”
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“I only use it at night during dry seasons, and it leaves my skin firm and plump by morning.”
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“Yeah, I used Mixsoon (soybean based) and I enjoyed it”
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“I've heard the mix soon bean essence is a great dupe and doesn't harm the cute snails!!”
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“Its pretty much identical for me. I love it so much I buy it in bulk”
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“So far I've gotten: Mixsoon Bean Essence”
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“Today I got both of the mixsoon products for $20 each, for the two packs, less than half the price I can find anywhere else.”
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“The K-beauty and Japanese deals are even better than regular Costco.”
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“mixsoon bean essence ($22.99 after rebate, normally $28.99)”
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“This is the bean essence not the milk toner and yes it is all legit same quality.”
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“I've never tried mixsoon's essence or the torriden serum, though they're cult favourites.”
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“I’ve tried going about my skin routine without the mixsoon bean essence and the slight lack of hydration is noticeable.”
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“i use the essence as an exfoliator, squirt a few pumps and circular motion till it dries and dead skin and pores are clear.”
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“i havent tried it as an exfoliator but i use it in the morning after toner and then i apply axis y serum and it keeps my skin hydrated and glowy all day!”
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