Main Benefit
Key Ingredients
T-TECA 5D Cica Complex — Sinks Into Pores to Calm
Torriden's patented T-TECA is a micro-sized liposomal complex — 1/10,000th the size of a pore — that carries all five Centella Asiatica derivatives (Centella Extract, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid) deep into the skin simultaneously. Standard cica products deposit the actives on the surface; T-TECA delivers them where irritation actually starts. Visible redness and sensitivity reduce faster as a result.
Panthenol + Swertia Japonica + Blue Lotus + Hollyhock
Panthenol (B5) soothes and builds long-lasting moisture into the barrier. Swertia Japonica (Japanese Gentian) is a traditional calming botanical with strong anti-inflammatory activity — used extensively in Korean sensitive-skin formulas for fast visible calming. Blue Lotus (Nymphaea Caerulea) and Hollyhock (Althaea Rosea) add antioxidant protection and additional soothing. Together these four complement the cica system for a comprehensive calming layer.
LHA (Capryloyl Salicylic Acid) + Dipeptide-2 — Clears Pores Gently
LHA (Lipo-Hydroxy Acid) is a lipophilic derivative of Salicylic Acid — it penetrates into pores to dissolve excess oil and congestion, but is significantly gentler and less irritating than BHA. Ideal for sensitive skin that can't tolerate standard Salicylic Acid. Dipeptide-2 supports lymphatic drainage under the skin surface, reducing puffiness and helping clear congestion from within. Together they address the sebum and congestion side without inflaming sensitive skin.
7-Layer HA + Lactobacillus Ferment — Hydrate and Balance
Seven HA forms (Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate) hydrate at every skin depth — important because oily skin is often dehydrated underneath, and dehydration drives excess oil production. Lactobacillus Ferment supports microbiome balance — a key factor in keeping reactive and acne-prone skin consistently calm.
Product Details
Full Description
The Torriden Balanceful Cica Calming Serum is designed for a specific skin problem: skin that is simultaneously sensitive and oily — reactive to most actives, flushed easily, congested in the pores, and not fully helped by either calming serums (which don't address the oiliness) or oil-control serums (which inflame the sensitivity). This serum runs both tracks at once, in a fragrance-free formula that stays gentle enough for daily use.
The T-TECA 5D Cica Complex is Torriden's patented delivery system: five Centella derivatives encapsulated in a liposomal particle 1/10,000th the size of a pore. This micro-sizing allows the cica actives to penetrate to the actual site of inflammation rather than sitting on the skin surface, which is why the calming effect is faster and more consistent than standard cica serums. Swertia Japonica, Blue Lotus, and Hollyhock Flower add complementary calming botanicals. Panthenol (B5) repairs the barrier and retains moisture.
LHA (Capryloyl Salicylic Acid) — a gentler, lipophilic BHA — clears pore congestion without triggering the irritation that standard Salicylic Acid causes on sensitive skin. Dipeptide-2 improves lymphatic drainage and helps reduce puffiness and congestion. Seven HA forms deliver deep hydration — addressing the dehydration that often underlies oily-sensitive skin. Lactobacillus Ferment supports microbiome balance. Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate (licorice) adds additional soothing. Betaine locks in moisture.
Fragrance-free, alcohol-free. Vegan. Hypoallergenic. Non-comedogenic. pH-balanced. 50ml.
How to Use
- 01After cleansing and toner, apply before moisturiser as the serum step. AM and PM.
- 02Apply an appropriate amount and spread evenly over the face. Gently pat until absorbed.
- 03Follow with moisturiser. In the morning, finish with SPF.
Suitable For
- —Sensitive skin with redness, flushing, or reactivity to most products
- —Oily or combination skin that needs oil control without irritation
- —Acne-prone skin wanting gentle pore clearing without harsh actives
- —Post-active recovery — soothing after retinol, acids, or treatments
Fragrance-free, alcohol-free. Vegan. Hypoallergenic. Non-comedogenic. pH-balanced. 50ml.
| Brand | Torriden |
|---|---|
| Volume | 50 ml |
| Skin Type | All types, esp. sensitive, oily, combo |
| Concern | Redness, Oiliness & Pores |
| Format | Serum |
| Vegan | Yes |
| Origin | South Korea |
Full Ingredients List
Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Dipropylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycereth-26, Panthenol, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassic Acid, Asiaticoside, Asiatic Acid, Madecassoside, Allantoin, Swertia Japonica Extract, Nymphaea Caerulea Flower Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Althaea Rosea Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Potassium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Betaine, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Dipeptide-2, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Pentylene Glycol, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Propanediol, Isopentyldiol, Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer, PVM/MA Copolymer, Caproic Acid, Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate, Sodium Surfactin, Carbomer, Xanthan Gum, Tromethamine, Sodium Acetate, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin
Always check physical product packaging for the most current list. Fragrance-free, alcohol-free. Vegan. Hypoallergenic. Non-comedogenic. 46 ingredients total.