Inside a frost glass drop bottle, it is an off-white serum that has similar consistency as emulsion. Light-weight and absorbs extremely fast, it leaves the skin with matte effect due to the silicone compounds in the formula.
With dimethicone stays in top 6 of the ingredient list, this will not please so many skincare consumers. Some even deem it's not worth the price. Though, perhaps, when it comes to skincare, everything is personal reference. As for my own experience, the feeling that this serum gives me is something I want and look for, after trying out so many K-Beauty products those are too hydrating that make my skin often tacky and shine like a fresh fried donut.
I have an oily to combination, sensitive and acne-prone skin, already in my mid 30s, and the serum does not break me out or gives me any redness. I live in a cool dry weather all year round, so often I must follow this one with with other moisturizer to keep me hydrating. It would be emulsion or another serum in the summer and cream in the winter. It has a gentle scent of citrus, but more like a sweet and sour candy than a fresh fruit. Funny to say, its aroma is the main factor that surprises me the most, since I expected something powdery (more luxurious in my opinion). I cannot say that it helps with fine-lines at the root. Though I assume, Niacinamide (the fifth ingredient), ceramides and andenosine contribute a great deal in providing hydration, brightening and anti-aging effect. When your skin is moist, the fine-lines will be less visible.
I still give it a 5 star rating because I like the experience and again, the serum does not give me any bad reaction. It could be also a nice element in your vanity table, though, given the price tag I would not suggest to just buy it for a nice display.
