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Shop by concern for \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/acne\"\u003eacne\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/sensitive-skin\"\u003esensitive skin\u003c\/a\u003e, or explore more \u003ca href=\"\/en-eu\/collections\/serums\"\u003eserums\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"beauty-of-joseon-glow-serum-propolis-niacinamide","title":"Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum :  Propolis + Niacinamide","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkin-Nomad's Take — At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60% Propolis and 2% Niacinamide serum for barrier repair and glow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntibacterial and brightening, suits all skin types including acne-prone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGentle enough for reactive skin, potent for breakouts and marks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're dealing with breakouts alongside a compromised barrier, you need an antibacterial serum that supports rather than stresses your skin. The Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum: Propolis and Niacinamide uses 60% Propolis Extract—a bee-derived ingredient with centuries of use in wound care—at a concentration potent enough to shift barrier integrity and breakout frequency rather than simply appearing on the ingredient list. 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At 2% it is particularly well-tolerated including by those who experience flushing from higher concentrations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep Hydration and Plumping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Propolis extract's humectant properties and the Hyaluronic Acid in the formula maintain moisture levels throughout the day, delivering visible plumping that makes skin feel resilient and comfortable rather than temporarily refreshed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoothes and Repairs Post-Blemish Skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Propolis's anti-inflammatory activity reduces the redness and swelling of active blemishes and accelerates the skin's recovery from them, addressing the full breakout cycle from active inflammation through to post-inflammatory discolouration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This serum contains bee-derived Propolis Extract and is not certified vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Beauty of Joseon Glow Serum: Propolis and Niacinamide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60% Propolis Where Most Formulas Use It at Under 5%:\u003c\/strong\u003e Propolis appears in many K-beauty serums at concentrations too low to deliver its barrier-repair and antibacterial benefits meaningfully. 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Hydrolysed Keratin, Silk, Soy Protein, and Collagen are all small enough in molecular weight to pass through the cuticle and deposit structural amino acids where chemical processing, heat, and mechanical damage have depleted them. KUNDAL is a Seoul-based brand founded in 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour Penetrating Hydrolysed Proteins for Internal Repair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydrolysed Keratin, Silk, Soy Protein, and Collagen each carry a different amino acid profile — Keratin for structural integrity, Silk for flexibility and shine, Soy for cysteine-rich bond repair, Collagen for elasticity. Together they address more of the hair shaft's amino acid requirements than any single protein treatment can provide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilk Amino Acids and Panthenol for Surface and Moisture Conditioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silk Amino Acids form a lightweight film on the cuticle that reduces friction and improves slip. Panthenol penetrates the shaft to increase internal moisture and flexibility, addressing both surface feel and the internal moisture balance that determines day-to-day manageability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2,000 ppm Honey and Macadamia for Nourishment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey delivers humectant moisture retention during treatment contact time. Macadamia's oleic acid mirrors hair's natural sebum composition, nourishing the cuticle without the heavy coating that conventional conditioning agents leave behind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeven-Oil Complex for Cuticle Conditioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Argan, Coconut, Avocado, Calendula, Apricot Kernel, Marula, and Jojoba bring distinct fatty acid profiles that address surface nourishment, cuticle sealing, and antioxidant protection together — reducing the need for a separate oil treatment on wash day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the KUNDAL Honey and Macadamia Protein Treatment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour Penetrating Proteins Versus One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most rinse-off hair treatments use a single hydrolysed protein or rely on silicones for a smooth result. Four proteins with complementary amino acid profiles deliver more comprehensive internal repair across the different protein structures that make up the hair's interior.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein Repair and Oil Nourishment in One Step:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protein treatments and oil treatments are typically separate wash-day steps. The seven-oil complex here delivers both in a single rinse-off treatment, removing the need to choose between structural repair and surface nourishment on the same day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair types:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to coarse; dry, damaged, colour-treated, chemically processed, and heat-damaged hair of all curl patterns; high-porosity hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHair concerns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Breakage, elasticity loss, frizz, roughness, and protein deficiency from chemical processing or heat damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest used by:\u003c\/strong\u003e Those with colour-treated or bleached hair experiencing breakage and elasticity loss, and anyone whose hair absorbs products readily but stays dry and frizzy — a common sign of internal protein depletion rather than a surface conditioning issue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I know if my hair needs a protein treatment rather than a moisture treatment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Hair that is protein-deficient typically feels mushy or gummy when wet, stretches excessively before breaking, and feels limp rather than bouncy when dry. Hair that needs moisture typically snaps quickly without stretching first and feels dry and brittle. Most chemically damaged hair needs both — this treatment addresses protein first, with the seven-oil complex delivering moisture in the same step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Can I use this weekly without protein overload?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: For genuinely damaged, colour-treated, or high-porosity hair, weekly use is appropriate. For low-porosity or minimally processed hair, fortnightly use is sufficient. Signs of over-proteination include a stiff, straw-like feel — reduce frequency if this appears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe KUNDAL Honey and Macadamia Protein Treatment is for hair that needs its internal structure repaired rather than its surface appearance managed — a distinction that shows up in how hair behaves over weeks, not just how it looks on wash day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KUNDAL","offers":[{"title":"Cherry Blossom","offer_id":59240125563214,"sku":"KDHS03-TTCBeu","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"White Musk","offer_id":59240125595982,"sku":"KDHS03-TTWMeu","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"English Rose","offer_id":59240125628750,"sku":"KDHS03-TTEReu","price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Amber Vanilla","offer_id":59280961110350,"sku":null,"price":13.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/5057\/0062\/files\/KDHS03-TTCBeu.png?v=1779229178"}],"url":"https:\/\/skin-nomad.com\/en-eu\/collections\/propolis.oembed","provider":"Skin-Nomad","version":"1.0","type":"link"}