The History of Whoo

Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion

The History of Whoo - Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion

Product overview

Brand: The History of Whoo
Product Name: Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion
Korean Product Name: 천기단 화현 에멀젼
Capacity: 110ml
Formulated by: LG Household & Health Care
Manufactured by: LG Household & Health Care
Distributed by: LG Household & Health Care
Country of Manufacture: South Korea
Functional Cosmetic Certifications: Anti-Wrinkle and Whitening Functional Cosmetic
Original Retail Price: 150,000 KRW
Date of Release: May 2026
Shelf life: 36 months before opening. 12 months after opening.

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Ingredients

Notable allergens: Alcohol Denat., Essential Oils, Fragrance, Mica, Niacinamide.

Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, 1,2-Hexanediol, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dimethicone, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprate, Panthenol, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycerin, PEG-100 Stearate, Behenic Acid, Stearic Acid, Methyl Trimethicone, Behenyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Tromethamine, Carbomer, Lactobacillus/Soybean Ferment Extract, C14-22 Alcohols, Squalane, Saccharomyces/Potato Extract Ferment Filtrate, Alcohol Denat., Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Taurine, Saccharomyces/Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate, Xanthan Gum, Myristic Acid, Triethylhexanoin, Adenosine, Theobroma Grandiflorum Seed Butter, Arachidyl Glucoside, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Extract, Plantago Asiatica Seed Extract, Platycodon Grandiflorus Root Extract, Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Sodium Pyruvate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, PEG-10 Phytosterol, Asparagus Cochinchinensis Root Extract, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Glycolipids, Arginine, Serine, Angelica Gigas Root Extract, Cedrol, Chlorogenic Acids, Copper Tripeptide-1, Ethyl Ferulate, Glutamic Acid, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract, Citric Acid, Bisabolol, Chrysanthellum Indicum Extract, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Cnidium Officinale Root Extract, Cyperus Rotundus Root Extract, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Tocopherol, Gold, Polygonum Cuspidatum Root Extract, Glycoproteins, Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract, Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Angelica Tenuissima Root Extract, Atractylodes Japonica Rhizome Extract, Cuscuta Australis Seed Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Seed Extract, Ledebouriella Divaricata Root Extract, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Extract, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Extract, Trichosanthes Kirilowii Root Extract, Viscum Album (Mistletoe) Extract, Oryzanol, Phellinus Linteus Extract, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract, Allium Tuberosum Seed Extract, Chrysin, Quercetin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Eucommia Ulmoides Bark Extract, Achyranthes Bidentata Root Extract, Polygala Tenuifolia Root Extract, Tribulus Terrestris Fruit Extract, Epimedium Koreanum Extract, Sodium Mannose Phosphate, Mannose, Gardenia Florida Flower Extract, Kaempferol, Trisodium EDTA, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Mica, Iron Oxide Red, Fragrance, Benzyl Benzoate, Hydroxycitronellal, Geraniol, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Citronellol, Linalool

정제수, 다이프로필렌글라이콜, 마카다미아씨오일, 하이드로제네이티드폴리아이소부텐, 1,2-헥산다이올, 부틸렌글라이콜, 나이아신아마이드, 하이드로제네이티드레시틴, 다이메티콘, 네오펜틸글라이콜다이카프레이트, 판테놀, 글리세릴스테아레이트, 글리세린, 피이지-100스테아레이트, 베헤닉애씨드, 스테아릭애씨드, 메틸트라이메티콘, 베헤닐알코올, 스테아릴알코올, 트로메타민, 카보머, 락토바실러스/콩발효추출물, C14-22알코올, 스쿠알란, 효모/감자추출물발효여과물, 변성알코올, 카프릴릭/카프릭트라이글리세라이드, 타우린, 효모/보리씨발효여과물, 잔탄검, 미리스틱애씨드, 트라이에틸헥사노인, 아데노신, 쿠푸아수씨버터, 아라키딜글루코사이드, 시어버터, 유채추출물, 연꽃씨추출물, 질경이씨추출물, 도라지뿌리추출물, 대추추출물, 소듐파이루베이트, 세틸에틸헥사노에이트, 피이지-10피토스테롤, 천문동뿌리추출물, 세라마이드엔피, 콜레스테롤, 탱자추출물, 글라이코리피드, 알지닌, 세린, 참당귀뿌리추출물, 세드롤, 클로로제닉애씨드, 카퍼트라이펩타이드-1, 에틸페룰레이트, 글루타믹애씨드, 산수유열매추출물, 타임추출물, 시트릭애씨드, 비사보롤, 크리산텔룸 인디쿰추출물, 인동덩굴꽃추출물, 영지버섯추출물, 구기자추출물, 천궁뿌리추출물, 향부자추출물, 치자추출물, 인삼추출물, 토코페롤, 금, 호장근뿌리추출물, 글라이코프로테인, 복령균핵추출물, 지황뿌리추출물, 작약뿌리추출물, 고본뿌리추출물, 삽주뿌리줄기추출물, 실새삼씨추출물, 참마뿌리추출물, 돌콩추출물, 산방풍뿌리추출물, 소엽맥문동뿌리추출물, 쌀겨추출물, 모란뿌리추출물, 각시둥굴레뿌리줄기/뿌리추출물, 살구씨추출물, 검은깨추출물, 하늘타리뿌리추출물, 겨우살이추출물, 오리자놀, 진흙버섯추출물, 하수오뿌리추출물, 부추씨추출물, 크리신, 쿼세틴, 에틸헥실글리세린, 두충나무껍질추출물, 우슬추출물, 원지뿌리추출물, 남가새열매추출물, 삼지구엽초추출물, 소듐만노오스포스페이트, 만노오스, 치자나무꽃추출물, 캠페롤, 트라이소듐이디티에이, 티타늄디옥사이드 (CI 77891), 마이카, 적색산화철, 향료, 벤질벤조에이트, 하이드록시시트로넬알, 제라니올, 리모넨, 헥실신남알, 시트로넬올, 리날룰

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Product description

The History of Whoo’s best-selling “Cheongidan” line has been upgraded to deliver even more powerful results.

  • Enhanced performance: The line now delivers the same skin-repairing benefits in nearly half the time1, revealing a clear, radiant glow in just one hour, with up to a fivefold increase in luminosity.
  • Unmatched signature ingredient: The products are formulated with Chlorogen™, a proprietary ingredient exclusive to The History of Whoo and derived from Golden Gardenia, a flower that has long been at the heart of the “Cheongidan” line.
  • Enhanced skin-whitening [t/n skin-brightening] benefits: All products in the line are now certified as anti-wrinkle and whitening dual-functional cosmetics and proven through in vivo testing to effectively reduce the appearance of melasma.

[1] Based on a comparative evaluation of results after 3 days of use of the renewed “Cheongidan” line and after 6 days of use of the previous version.

The History of Whoo’s NEW “Cheongidan” line: an upgraded skin-whitening [t/n skin-brightening] and anti-aging solution designed to counteract the five key signs of skin aging and reduce the appearance of melasma.

⬥ Powered by traditional herbal research

The NEW “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Balancing Toner” and “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion” are formulated with Chlorogen™ a key ingredient derived from Golden Gardenia, developed through over 20 years of The History of Whoo’s research into traditional herbal medicine (본초, 本草).

  • 100% of user reported an improvement in skin radiance2.
  • 100% of user reported an improvement in skin smoothness2.
  • 100% of user reported an improvement in skin moisture2.
  • Suitable for sensitive skin2.

[2] Tests conducted by: Guangzhou Landproof Testing Technology Co., Ltd.
Participants: 32 women aged 56–60 with sensitive skin (Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Balancing Toner); 32 women aged 30–56 with sensitive skin (Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion).
Date: 29 July – 26 August 2025.
Test protocol: Satisfaction evaluation measuring the proportion of participants reporting improvement after 4 weeks of use.

⬥ Chlorogen™

At the heart of The History of Whoo’s “Cheongidan” line is Chlorogen™, a key ingredient that helps redefine the course of skin aging.

To better understand the multiple factors that contribute to skin radiance, The History of Whoo conducted a large-scale analysis of big data from 57,000 Asian women, uncovering the secrets behind a radiant complexion3.

The journey to Chlorogen™:

  1. Golden Gardenia, a flower that has long been at the heart of the “Cheongidan” line.
  2. Research into the active compounds of Golden Gardenia.
  3. Discovery of the benefits of chlorogenic acid, a key polyphenol in Golden Gardenia.
  4. Development of a boosting complex to enhance performance.
  5. Creation of Chlorogen™, The History of Whoo’s proprietary key ingredient.

[3] Findings published in Nature Communications (Impact Factor: 15.7, 2024 JCR), one of the most prestigious scientific journals in the world.

⬥ Skin longevity

Restoring skin radiance in its truest form requires a comprehensive approach that begins with understanding the mechanisms behind skin aging and then effectively addresses them across multiple levels.

Skin longevity4:

  • Anti-aging
  • Antioxidant
  • Anti-glycation (based solely on the properties of the raw materials)
  • Firming
  • Soothing

The History of Whoo’s “Cheongidan” line offers a complete solution that helps address five key signs of skin aging while reducing the appearance of melasma.

[4] The History of Whoo’s Skin Longevity is a proprietary research asset built on years of intensive research to support healthier, more radiant skin.

⬥ Key ingredients

The key ingredients behind The History of Whoo’s NEW “Cheongidan” line:

  • Chlorogen™ – A proprietary ingredient exclusive to The History of Whoo and derived from Golden Gardenia, a flower that has long been at the heart of the “Cheongidan” line. It is designed to address the underlying causes of skin aging.
  • Niacinamide – A targeted skin-whitening [t/n skin-brightening] ingredient that helps inhibit the transfer of melanin to the epidermis.

⬥ Elastin science: the foundation of sustained skin elasticity

The History of Whoo’s “Cheongidan” line is formulated with a proprietary technology that enhances the quality of skin elasticity to deliver firmer, more resilient skin.

  • The line is designed to promote the production of 8 types of collagen that form the structural foundation of skin elasticity.
  • The line incorporates a blend of targeted ingredients formulated using The History of Whoo’s technology to strengthen the skin’s elasticity network at its core.

⬥ Collagen production

Clinical tests confirm that The History of Whoo’s “Cheongidan” line promotes the production of 8 types of collagen5. In the images below, an increase in green fluorescence indicates higher collagen content.

The History of Whoo - Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion
The History of Whoo - Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion

[5] The products’ effectiveness was evaluated through ex vivo testing on skin tissue exposed to MGO (methylglyoxal) and UVA/UVB stimulation, with results compared to a negative control (post-stimulation, untreated). The assessment measured the expression of eight types of collagen (I, III, V, VI, VII, XVII and XVIII).
Test parameters: Collagen I, III, V, VI, VII, XVII and XVIII.
Tests conducted by: Shaanxi Biocell General Testing Technology Co., Ltd.
Date: 6 January – 26 February 2026.
Method: Ex vivo (external skin tissue) under MGO (methylglyoxal) + UVA + UVB stimulation; compared with a negative control (post-stimulation, untreated).
Test products: Concurrent use of “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Balancing Toner” and “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion”.

⬥ Clinically proven improvements

The History of Whoo’s “Cheongidan” line has been clinically proven to improve key skin aging indicators.

Visible improvements after just 4 weeks of use6:
  • The line has been shown to reduce the appearance of melasma by 38%.
  • The line has been shown to improve mid-face elasticity by 79%.
  • The line has been shown to reduce the appearance of nasolabial folds & glabellar lines by 32%.
After just 1 hour of use:
  • The line has been shown to improve skin radiance by up to fivefold6.
Compared to the previous version:
  • Compared to the previous version, the new “Cheongidan” line delivers the same skin-repairing benefits in nearly half the time7.

[6] Tests conducted by: P&K Skin Research Center Co. Ltd.
Participants: 30 women aged 35–69.
Date: 29 December 2025 – 28 January 2026.
Test protocol: Participants applied both the “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Balancing Toner” and “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion”.

[7] Based on a comparative evaluation of results after 3 days of use of the renewed “Cheongidan” line and after 6 days of use of the previous version.
Product tested: Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Balancing Toner.
Tests conducted by: Global Medical Research Center Co., Ltd.
Participants: 32 women.
Date: 22–29 September 2025.

Product tested: Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion.
Tests conducted by: Global Medical Research Center Co., Ltd.
Participants: 33 women.
Date: 13–20 October 2025.

⬥ Skin longevity8 by Cheongidan

  • “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Balancing Toner”: The “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Balancing Toner” is an instant radiance-boosting toner formulated with 30 billion fine micro oil particles (1.26 times more than the previous version) which spread evenly across the skin to create a luminous complexion.
  • “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion”: The “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion” is a high-performance nourishing emulsion that helps maintain the skin’s natural oil–moisture balance while softening and smoothing skin rough texture, leaving the skin deeply hydrated and firmer.

[8] The History of Whoo’s Skin Longevity is a proprietary research asset built on years of intensive research to support healthier, more radiant skin.

⬥ Enhanced whitening and anti-aging benefits

The History of Whoo’s NEW “Cheongidan” line delivers enhanced whitening and anti-aging benefits.

  • STEP 1 — “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Balancing Toner”: First-step treatment targeting the underlying mechanisms of ageing.
  • STEP 2 — “Cheongidan Rejuvenating Pro-Repair Serum”: Targeted treatment for key skin aging indicators.
  • STEP 3 — “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion”: Balancing treatment that strengthens the skin by addressing the underlying mechanisms of skin aging.
  • STEP 4 — “Cheongidan Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Eye Cream”: Targeted treatment for eye wrinkles.
  • STEP 5 — “Cheongidan Advanced Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Cream”: Comprehensive treatment for skin aging.

To learn more about The History of Whoo’s “Cheongidan” line, including its ingredients and technologies, please refer to the main page.

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Directions

Using your fingers, apply the product evenly, starting from the centre of your face and moving outwards with gentle tapping motions. Afterwards, wrap your hands around your face to promote better absorption with the warmth of your palms.

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Precautions

  1. General precautions:
    • Immediately consult a dermatologist if symptoms such as red blotches, swelling and/or itchiness appear while using the product, or in case such symptoms appear when the skin is exposed to direct sunlight after use.
    • Do not use the product on open wounds.
    • Storage and handling precautions:
      • Keep out of the reach of children.
      • Keep away from direct sunlight.
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Other editions and formulations

⬥ Previous formulations:

  • Cheongidan Rejuvenating Pro-Radiance Emulsion [launched: August 2023, formulated and manufactured by: LG Household & Health Care]
  • Cheongidan Radiant Rejuvenating Emulsion [launched: January 2017, formulated and manufactured by: LG Household & Health Care]
  • Cheongidan Hwa Hyun Lotion [launched: January 2010, formulated and manufactured by: LG Household & Health Care]

⬥ Special editions:

  • n/a
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⬥ International retailers

  • n/a

⬥ South Korean retailers

  • The History of Whoo Official Website
  • The History of Whoo Official Naver Store

Make sure to check out the Discount & Coupons page to access exclusive offers for major Korean skincare retailers.

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Source: The History of Whoo official website and official product packaging
Translation: © 2026 Odile Monod. You may not reproduce the above translation for commercial purposes without the express written consent of the translator.

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