Arencia has quickly established itself as a talked-about name in Korean skincare, thanks to its unique combination of traditional craftsmanship and modern science. This South Korean beauty brand focuses on gentle yet effective skincare, with a strong emphasis on natural ingredients and sustainability – a philosophy that appeals to today's conscious K-beauty enthusiasts. The brand's innovative products, such as the renowned Rice Mochi Cleanser, have taken the K-beauty world by storm. They are praised for giving the skin radiance, strengthening the skin barrier, and at the same time being gentle enough for sensitive skin.
Philosophy & Background
Arencia was founded with a conviction: that fresh, natural ingredients and genuine craftsmanship are the key to healthy skin. The name Arencia is a combination of the Spanish words “artesanal” (craft) and “herencia” (heritage/gift), which perfectly reflects the brand's philosophy of honest skincare, created as a thoughtful gift.
The brand's journey began with its founder, who, growing up in Panama, handcrafted natural soaps for children with sensitive skin. That experience sparked a lifelong passion for gentle and sincere skincare. Later studies in France and the USA deepened the knowledge of traditional solid beauty products and laid the foundation for Arencia's unique concept: to combine traditional craftsmanship with modern science in its formulations.
Today, Arencia is a 100% vegan skincare brand, developed with sustainability in focus and without animal testing. All products are manufactured in South Korea with plant-based ingredients, while the elegant packaging is designed to be reusable and encourage a more environmentally friendly lifestyle.
What makes the brand unique?
Arencia's hallmark lies in its carefully crafted manufacturing processes and innovative textures. Take, for example, the Rice Mochi Cleanser, which undergoes a meticulous process with over 7200 kneadings and 72 hours of fermentation to create its unique mochi-like consistency. This slow and traditional method, entirely without heating, preserves the natural vitamins and minerals of the ingredients. The result is a powerful yet gentle formula. Arencia's patented mochi texture delivers a gentle yet effective deep cleansing that simultaneously retains the skin's moisture and nourishment – ideal even for the most sensitive skin.
What truly sets Arencia apart is the unique combination of natural extracts and scientifically proven active ingredients. Each product is rich in plant-based ingredients – often between 20 and 30 – such as fermented rice, green tea, witch hazel, and unique herbs like hyssop, along with antioxidant fruits like rosehip and hibiscus. These ingredients work in synergy with powerful active ingredients like niacinamide, ceramides, peptides, and vitamins to deliver visible and measurable results.
All products are developed and tested in Arencia's own Fresh Lab in collaboration with local artisans. Several of the products have also been clinically proven to improve skin quality, for example, through increased hydration, refined texture, and reduction of pores and blackheads. It is this symbiosis of tradition and high-tech that makes Arencia's products not only feel luxurious but also live up to their promises.
An example is the cult-favorite Holy Hyssop serum, whose gel-like consistency gives the skin a ”glass skin” glow overnight. Or the playful Mochi cleansers, which replace the need for double cleansing while cleanses the pores deeply. Arencia combines innovation and tradition in a way that delivers both function and pleasure for your skincare routine.
Everything at Arencia is infused with a green philosophy where sustainability is at the center. Surplus materials from production are utilized for education and content instead of going to waste. The packaging is also designed to be easily reused or recycled. Arencia proves that South Korean beauty can combine high performance with environmental awareness, without compromising either the consumer's experience or the skin's results.
Popular Products
Below are some of Arencia's bestsellers and signature products, with descriptions of features, usage, and who they are suitable for.
Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser (120g)
A bestselling facial cleanser with Arencia's unique mochi texture that eliminates the need for double cleansing. This multifunctional balm-clay combination melts away makeup, excess oil, and dirt while gently exfoliating the skin with finely milled rice powder. The formula is enriched with over 20 natural ingredients, including fermented rice, green tea, and witch hazel, which effectively cleanse the pores deeply and leave the skin soft, hydrated, and radiant.
Clinical tests show impressive results: smoother skin texture (+6.8%), improved skin hydration (+12%), and fewer blackheads (-11%) with regular use. Fresh Green is suitable for all skin types – even sensitive skin – and can be used both as a daily cleanser and as a deep-cleansing mask (apply, leave on for a few minutes, and rinse off).
Holy Hyssop Serum 30 (30ml)
A viral jelly-serum where the star is 30% French hyssop extract. This concentrated night serum is enriched with a powerful Vitamin ACE complex and 5% niacinamide to effectively combat hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone, and enlarged pores. At the same time, it provides intense moisture and strengthens the skin's barrier with the help of hyaluronic acid, ceramide NP, and panthenol, offering long-lasting hydration and a soothing effect. The gel-like consistency absorbs quickly and works overnight to give you clearer, more even skin and a radiant glass skin glow the next morning.
Usage: Apply in the evening after cleansing (and toner) as a moisturizing serum. Perfect for those with dull or pigmented skin who want to wake up with a more even and radiant complexion.
Red Collagen + Peptide Smoothie Serum (50g)
A powerful anti-aging serum, also known as Fresh Red Smoothie Serum 30, developed for mature skin and filled with active ingredients. The formula contains a red collagen complex (30%), extracted from plant extracts like hibiscus (roselle), and peptides that effectively restore the skin's elasticity and provide a firmer, plumper feel. Enriched with 8% niacinamide, ginseng berry, vitamin E (tocopherol), and rosehip extract, the serum soothes the skin, revitalizes, and evens out the skin tone for a youthful glow.
The lightweight gel texture absorbs quickly without stickiness, making the serum ideal for mature or aging skin that wants to combat wrinkles, sagging, and pigmentation spots. Usage: Apply 1–2 pumps on cleansed skin, preferably after Essence or toner, morning and evening before moisturizer. Even younger skin types can use it as a preventive treatment for increased firmness and glow.
Hyssop Blurring Cream (50g)
A luxurious anti-aging night cream that visibly reduces fine lines while providing intense Moisturization – up to a full 100 hours according to tests. The formula, enriched with collagen, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide, works while you sleep to nourish, plump, and restore the skin's elasticity. The result? You wake up with softer, firmer, and more radiant skin. The mild, botanical scent makes the experience extra pleasant, and the cream absorbs easily into the skin without feeling heavy or greasy.
Usage: As the last step in your evening routine – massage a small amount over the face and neck after serum. Perfect for dry and mature skin that needs extra moisture and elasticity, but also works excellently for normal skin as a step in preventing signs of aging.
Overnight Red Smoothie Mask Serum (50g)
An innovative “sleep mask in serum form” that gives the skin a powerful boost overnight. This leave-on mask combines 30% Red Collagen Complex with niacinamide, rosehip extract, and hibiscus to improve skin elasticity, even out skin tone, and provide a radiant glow while you sleep.
Hibiscus, known as the “botox flower,” provides natural AHA acids that gently exfoliate and renew the skin. Meanwhile, antioxidant-rich rosehip extract helps repair and strengthen the skin's glow.
Usage: Apply generously as the last step in your evening routine, instead of night cream, and let it work overnight. Rinse off any residue in the morning for skin that feels hydrated, calm, and filled with new vitality.
Overnight Red Smoothie suits all skin types that need extra care – especially tired, dull, or mature skin that longs for more glow and elasticity.
Which skin types and conditions are the products suitable for?
Arencia has something for virtually all skin types and needs, thanks to its thoughtful formulations and various product lines. Here are some examples of how different skin can benefit from Arencia's range.
Sensitive skin
Arencia's mild and natural formulations are perfect for skincare for sensitive skin. The products are carefully crafted without strong chemicals, parabens, synthetic fragrances, or artificial colorants, effectively minimizing the risk of irritation. Many of the products are also clinically tested on sensitive skin – for example, the Holy Hyssop serum has proven to be gentle even for reactive skin. With soothing ingredients like centella, chamomile, and aloe vera, which are found in Pink Mochi Cleanser, they help reduce redness and strengthen the skin barrier naturally.
Dry skin
For those with dry and moisture-lacking skin, Arencia offers a range of moisturizing products that are perfect. The Deep Water Surge series, with both serum and cream, is filled with hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and centella that effectively restore moisture levels and strengthen the skin barrier. Orange Rice Mochi Cleanser is also an excellent choice – enriched with calendula extract and clays, it gently cleanses the skin while brightening and moisturizing dull, dry skin without feeling drying.
For best results, combine the cleansing with Holy Hyssop Serum 30 or Rice Mucin Glow Serum, both containing niacinamide and collagen to bind moisture and improve skin elasticity. Finish with a rich cream, like Hyssop Blurring Cream, to lock in moisture and nourish the skin – it keeps the skin hydrated for up to 100 hours.
Oily skin & acne
Arencia has developed skincare products that cleanse deeply without disrupting the balance of oily or acne-prone skin. Blue Rice Mochi The cleanser combines holy hyssop, sea salt, and mushroom extract to effectively keep clogged pores and acne under control while hydrating and strengthening the skin barrier – a crucial step to prevent overproduction of sebum even in oily skin. The formula also contains witch hazel and green tea extract, which help control shine and reduce inflammation.
For spot treatment of breakouts, Arencia also offers formulas with niacinamide and tea tree (if available in the range), which soothe redness and help fade stubborn marks. Since all products are non-comedogenic and free from heavier oils, even those with acne-prone skin can use them without worry.
Pigmentation & Uneven Skin Tone
With powerful ingredients like niacinamide, vitamin C, and arbutin in several of Arencia's serums, the brand is a perfect choice for those looking to treat pigmentation spots and tired, dull skin. Holy Hyssop Serum 30 is specifically designed to counteract hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone. With 5% niacinamide and antioxidant vitamins, it reduces dark spots and contributes to a more even skin tone. The Rice Mucin serum and Red Smoothie serum are also rich in radiance-boosting ingredients like rosehip, kojic acid, and vitamin C, which gradually improve skin clarity. For best results, you can combine the serum with regular exfoliation, such as with hibiscus in the Overnight Red Mask Serum, a few nights a week to accelerate cell renewal. Don't forget to use sunscreen during the day, as the skin can become more sensitive to light with such treatment.
Mature Skin
Arencia offers solutions that meet many of the needs of mature skin, such as reduced elasticity, wrinkles, and uneven skin texture. The brand's anti-aging products – Red Collagen + Peptide Serum and Hyssop Blurring Cream – are rich in collagen, peptides, and vitamins that effectively restore the skin's firmness and plumpness. With regular use, fine lines can become less prominent while the skin feels smoother, softer, and more elastic.
For extra care, Holy Hyssop Serum also contributes with its powerful combination of antioxidants and ceramides, which strengthen mature skin and repair a weakened skin barrier. Additionally, the Overnight Red Smoothie Mask offers intensive nourishment and moisture overnight, helping the skin look rested, hydrated, and "plump" in the morning.
With Arencia's products, mature skin achieves a more youthful glow, improved elasticity, and a healthy vitality.
Create a Routine with Arencia
To maximize the benefits of Arencia's products, you can build a complete skincare routine (skincare routine) morning and evening. Here is an example of an evening routine step-by-step using only Arencia products:
Step 1 – Cleansing
Start your cleansing routine with Arencia Rice Mochi Cleanser, tailored to your skin type. Choose, for example, Green for an all-around effect or Blue for oily skin. Take a small amount of the mochi-like balm and apply it to a dry or lightly dampened face. Gently massage to dissolve makeup and impurities. Add a little water to transform the texture into a silky emulsion, continue massaging, and then rinse off with lukewarm water. The result? Deeply cleansed skin that feels clean and fresh without becoming dry. Mochi Cleanser combines makeup removal and deep cleansing in one step – no double cleansing needed!
Step 2 – Serum
After cleansing your skin, apply a moisturizing serum for optimal care. For the evening routine, Holy Hyssop Serum 30 is an excellent choice – drop a few pumps into your hand and gently pat the serum over your face and neck. This serum provides intense hydration and nourishment, thanks to ingredients like hyaluronic acid and vitamins, while improving the skin's tone and texture overnight. If you have specific needs, you can replace or combine the hyssop serum with another serum from Arencia, such as Red Smoothie Serum 30 which focuses on anti-aging. Let the serum absorb completely before proceeding to the next step in your skincare routine.
Step 3 – Moisturizer
After the serum has worked for a few minutes, it's time to "seal" all the moisture with a moisturizing cream. Massage a pea-sized amount of Hyssop Blurring Cream over your face and neck. The cream provides intense nourishment overnight, reduces fine lines, and helps the skin retain its softness and elasticity. If your skin tends to get oily, you can apply a thinner layer, while drier skin types may need a little extra. Wake up with hydrated, plump skin that radiates with new glow the next morning.
Step 4 – Sleep Mask (extra step 1–2 times/week)
For a more luxurious skincare routine, you can add Overnight Red Smoothie Face Mask Serum a few nights a week. Apply a generous layer of this leave-on mask serum as the last step in your evening routine, either instead of or on top of your regular night cream. While you sleep, the serum fills the skin with collagen, niacinamide, and plant extracts, giving you a fantastic glow and a rested, firmer skin when you wake up. No rinsing needed – let the product work its magic overnight. This step is perfect to indulge in when the skin feels extra dull or dry, for example before a special day or after a stressful week.
Step 5 – (Morning)
In the morning, you can follow a simple yet effective routine: start with Mochi Cleanser to refresh the skin, then apply a serum (the hyssop serum works excellently during the day thanks to its moisturizing and antioxidant properties) and finish with a light moisturizer. Don't forget sunscreen during the day, as Arencia's products lack SPF. This way, you maintain the glowing and healthy skin that your Arencia routine helps you create.
Tip: Customize the routine according to your skin's needs. Arencia's products are easy to tailor thanks to their versatility and cohesive properties. Try different combinations until you find the perfect routine for you!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Are Arencia's products vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes, Arencia is a completely vegan brand that does not test its products on animals. Their philosophy is based on plant-based skincare that is gentle on both the skin and the planet. You can therefore feel confident that their products contain no animal ingredients and are not linked to animal testing.
Do Arencia's skincare products contain parabens or perfume?
No, all products are completely free from parabens, sulfates, mineral oils, synthetic fragrances, and colorants. Arencia focuses on mild yet effective ingredients and avoids anything that can cause unnecessary skin irritation. Any scents come solely from natural extracts and essential oils in low concentration, to be as gentle as possible.
Is Arencia suitable for sensitive skin?
Absolutely. The formulations are very gentle and specifically developed with sensitive skin in mind. Many of the ingredients, such as centella, green tea, aloe, and hyssop, have soothing and anti-inflammatory properties. In fact, Arencia's products have been clinically tested on sensitive skin and shown good tolerance. This means that even if you have easily irritated skin or rosacea, you can usually use Arencia without problems. However, as always, it is recommended to test the product on a small area of skin first, especially if you have extra sensitive skin.
Is double cleansing necessary with Mochi Cleanser?
No, it is not necessary. Arencia's Rice Mochi Cleansers are smart 3-in-1 products that effectively remove makeup, sunscreen, and dirt, while also functioning as a facial wash in a single step. The unique mochi texture starts as an oil cleanser when you massage it in and then smoothly transforms into a cleansing milk that rinses off easily. This means that even heavy makeup and greasy dirt are removed without needing a separate oil cleanser. For most people, Mochi Cleanser is sufficient on its own, but if you have worn a lot of makeup, you can of course double up with an extra cleansing if needed.
Can Arencia products be used every day?
Yes, Arencia's products are specially developed for daily use. With carefully balanced concentrations of active ingredients, they provide the skin with effect without the risk of over-exfoliation or over-treatment. For example, Mochi Cleanser is gentle enough to be used both morning and evening, while Holy Hyssop Serum 30 can be applied every night to provide a continuous boost of radiance and moisture. The brand's philosophy, “gentle but effective”, is about achieving results over time through a gentle and sustainable skincare routine.
However, it is important to listen to your skin's needs day by day. If necessary, some products, such as exfoliating serums, can be used more sparingly (for example, every other day). Generally speaking, Arencia's products are excellent for a safe and effective daily skincare routine.
Which skin types can use Arencia?
All skin types can find something suitable at Arencia, thanks to the wide range. There are products for dry skin, such as Deep Water Surge for intense hydration, and for oily or acne-prone skin, for example, Blue Mochi Cleanser which balances sebum and prevents acne breakouts. For combination and mature skin, Arencia offers the Red Smoothie series that counteracts wrinkles, and for sensitive skin, practically the entire range is suitable, thanks to the gentle and mild formulations.
Arencia prioritizes products that are non-irritating and non-comedogenic, making the brand suitable whether your skin is oily, dry, or somewhere in between. Additionally, you can easily combine different products to tailor your skincare routine to your needs. For example, you can use a cleanser for oily areas and a serum for drier areas if you have combination skin.
Are Arencia's packages environmentally friendly?
Yes, absolutely! The brand has a strong sustainability profile and focuses on minimizing waste. Their product packaging is made from sustainable and stylish materials like glass and hard plastic, which can easily be reused or recycled when the product is finished. For example, some soaps and cleansers are delivered in metal tins, while creams are packaged in glass jars – perfect for giving new life as jewelry storage, travel containers, or similar. Arencia promotes an environmentally friendly lifestyle and also avoids unnecessary plastic in its deliveries. In short: you can enjoy luxurious K-beauty with a clear conscience for the environment.
Conclusion – time to experience Arencia's glow on your own!
Arencia captures the essence of K-beauty with its philosophy of gentle yet effective skincare. By combining natural ingredients with groundbreaking research, innovative textures, and a care for both skin well-being and the environment, they create products that strengthen the skin barrier, deeply hydrate, and enhance your skin's natural glow. Whether you struggle with sensitive skin, acne, dryness, or signs of aging, Arencia offers solutions that truly make a difference.
Are you ready to elevate your skincare routine to the next level? Then it's time to discover the South Korean beauty that the entire beauty world is talking about. Explore Arencia's vegan range of moisturizing serums, cleansers, and creams, and create a personalized skincare routine that gives your skin new life. Your skin will thank you with increased radiance, smoother texture, and well-balanced pores. Give your skin the care it deserves with Arencia's gentle yet effective products – let the journey to healthier, more radiant skin begin today!