innisfree Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic Serum 130ml

innisfree Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic Serum: The Brand's Hero Hydrating Serum, Reformulated

This is innisfree's flagship hydrating serum, the product that built the brand's reputation globally. The Green Tea Seed Serum (now reformulated with "Hyaluronic" in the name to emphasize the updated HA complex) has been through multiple iterations since its original launch. At $64.42 for 130ml, the size reflects the intent: this is a generously-used daily essence rather than a precious ampoule. The 130ml size is unusually large for a serum and positions this for liberal daily application.

Jeju Island green tea grown on volcanic soil is the ingredient story, with innisfree's proprietary extraction process delivering higher catechin concentrations than standard green tea extracts. The updated formulation adds multi-weight hyaluronic acid for deeper and longer-lasting hydration. For users who have tried earlier versions and found them insufficient for serious hydration, the current formulation is meaningfully improved.

What It Does

Green tea catechins (EGCG primary) neutralize free radicals, support collagen preservation, and provide mild brightening. Multi-weight hyaluronic acid delivers hydration at multiple depths: surface plumping, mid-dermal hydration, and deeper moisture reservoir. Together they produce an antioxidant-hydration hybrid serum that works for nearly all skin types. The large volume supports generous daily use, including body application on hands, neck, and decolletage.

Who It's For

• All skin types needing hydration: Universal hydrating serum.
• Dehydrated skin from any cause: Climate, air conditioning, illness, post-flight.
• First serum for K-beauty beginners: Safe, effective, recognizable brand.
• Green tea ingredient enthusiasts: Flagship innisfree Jeju green tea product.
• Morning and evening layering: Light enough for both routines.

Key Specs

• Volume: 130ml
• Price: $64.42
• Hero actives: Jeju green tea extract, multi-weight hyaluronic acid
• Texture: watery serum, light essence-weight
• Fragrance: mild green tea
• Use: morning and evening, generously

How to Use

Apply after toner on damp skin. Dispense 3 to 4 drops into palms, press gently onto face and neck. Allow 30 to 60 seconds absorption. Follow with additional treatment serums or moisturizer. For AM use, always follow with SPF. The large bottle encourages generous application; don't skimp.

For intensive hydration phases: apply 2 layers, patting each in before the next.

FAQ

Is this the original formula or the reformulation?

The current formulation is the reformulation with multi-weight hyaluronic acid, which is meaningfully better than the original launch formula. Users who tried earlier versions and were unimpressed should try the current version; the hydration depth is significantly improved.

How does this compare to COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream?

Different formats. COSRX is a cream, heavier, for moisturizer step. Innisfree is a serum, lighter, for the serum step. They can be layered; they're not substitutes. For the serum step specifically: innisfree.

Will 130ml last or expire first?

Daily morning and evening use: 3 to 4 months. Shelf life post-opening is typically 12 months for this type of serum. You won't hit expiration before finishing.

Can oily skin use this?

Yes, the light serum texture is suitable for oily skin. It adds hydration without oil weight. For very oily skin, this might be the only hydration step needed before a lightweight gel moisturizer.

Does it help with fine lines?

Temporarily yes, through hydration. Dehydration lines and static lines soften when skin is fully hydrated. For long-term fine line reduction, retinol or peptides are more effective. This is hydration support, not anti-wrinkle treatment.

Related Products

Pair with innisfree Green Tea Amino Hydrating Cleansing Foam for brand routine consistency, or with innisfree Collagen Green Tea Ceramide Bounce Cream as the sealing cream.

Browse the full innisfree collection or related categories: Korean hyaluronic acid, green tea skincare.