The History of Whoo

Hwanyu Imperial Youth Cream

The History of Whoo - Hwanyu Imperial Youth Cream

Product overview

Brand: The History of Whoo
Product Name: Hwanyu Imperial Youth Cream
Korean Product Name: 환유고
Capacity: 60ml
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
Original Retail Price: 800,000 KRW
Date of Release: May 2025
Shelf life: 36 months before opening. 12 months after opening.

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Ingredients

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

Water, 2,3-Butanediol, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isocetyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Glycerin, Trehalose, Stearyl Alcohol, Dipentaerythrityl Hexahydroxystearate/Hexastearate/Hexarosinate, PEG-100 Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, C14-22 Alcohols, Betaine, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Butylene Glycol, Cetearyl Olivate, Dimethicone, Sorbitan Stearate, Stearyl Dimethicone, Sorbitan Olivate, Fragrance, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Myristyl Myristate, Ceramide NP, C12-20 Alkyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearyl Glycyrrhetinate, Tromethamine, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Triethylhexanoin, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Mica, Arachidyl Glucoside, PEG-10 Rapeseed Sterol, Adenosine, Dipropylene Glycol, Trisodium EDTA, Stearic Acid, Serine, Iron Oxide Red, Arginine, Glycereth-20, Carbomer, Cholesterol, Bacillus Ferment, Citric Acid, Tranexamic Acid, Asparagus Cochinchinensis Root Extract, Propylene Glycol, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Seed Oil, Polygonum Multiflorum Root Extract, Polygonatum Officinale Rhizome/Root Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Andrographis Paniculata Extract, Bidens Pilosa Extract, Cordyceps Militaris Extract, Cordyceps Sinensis Extract, Ferulic Acid, Oryzanol, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, (Red) Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Andrographolide, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Extract, Buddleja Davidii Extract, Glyceryl Behenate, Polysorbate 20, Ginsenosides, Cornus Officinalis Fruit Extract, Pyridoxine HCl, Angelica Gigas Root Extract, Juglans Regia (Walnut) Seed Extract, Glutamic Acid, Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract, Ziziphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract, Anemarrhena Asphodeloides Root Extract, Angelica Acutiloba Root Extract, Bambusa Textilis Stem Extract, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Cuscuta Japonica Seed Extract, Dimocarpus Longan Fruit Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Stem Extract, Laminaria Japonica Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Seed Powder, Paeonia Suffruticosa Root Extract, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Pentylene Glycol, Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract, Phloretin, Polygonum Aviculare Extract, Prunus Persica (Peach) Kernel Extract, Poloxamer 188, Polysorbate 60, Paeonia Lactiflora Root Extract, Cetyl Palmitate, Glyceryl Distearate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Belamcanda Chinensis Root Extract, Eriobotrya Japonica Leaf Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Platycodon Grandiflorus Root Extract, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Extract, Schizonepeta Tenuifolia Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Trichosanthes Kirilowii Root Extract, Tussilago Farfara (Coltsfoot) Flower Extract, Panax Ginseng Root Protoplasts, Poria Cocos Sclerotium Extract, Lycium Chinense Fruit Extract, Atractylodes Japonica Rhizome Extract, Ginkgo Biloba Nut Extract, Cyperus Rotundus Root Extract, Eucommia Ulmoides Bark Extract, Cassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract, Chaenomeles Sinensis Fruit Extract, Prunella Vulgaris Leaf Extract, Glycoproteins, Alcohol, Amomum Xanthioides Seed Extract, Atractylodes Lancea Root Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Flower Extract, Glycine Max (Soybean) Seed Extract, Lindera Strychnifolia Root Extract, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Quercetin, Resveratrol, Sodium Sulfite, Tricholoma Matsutake Extract, Zanthoxylum Piperitum Fruit Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract, Sodium Metabisulfite, Tris(Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate, Panax Ginseng Leaf/Stem Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cimicifuga Racemosa Root Extract, Dioscorea Japonica Root Extract, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root Extract, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Allium Tuberosum Seed Extract, Kaempferol, Achyranthes Bidentata Root Extract, Polygala Tenuifolia Root Extract, Tribulus Terrestris Fruit Extract, Tuber Melanosporum Extract, Epimedium Koreanum Extract, Linalool, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, Citronellol

정제수, 2,3-부탄다이올, 스쿠알란, 카프릴릭/카프릭트라이글리세라이드, 아이소세틸미리스테이트, 글리세릴스테아레이트, 시어버터, 글리세린, 트레할로오스, 스테아릴알코올, 다이펜타에리스리틸헥사하이드록시스테아레이트/헥사스테아레이트/헥사로지네이트, 피이지-100스테아레이트, 1,2-헥산다이올, C14-22알코올, 베타인, 판테놀, 폴리글리세릴-3메틸글루코오스다이스테아레이트, 부틸렌글라이콜, 세테아릴올리베이트, 다이메티콘, 솔비탄스테아레이트, 스테아릴다이메티콘, 솔비탄올리베이트, 향료, 암모늄아크릴로일다이메틸타우레이트/브이피코폴리머, 하이드로제네이티드레시틴, 미리스틸미리스테이트, 세라마이드엔피, C12-20알킬글루코사이드, 세테아릴알코올, 스테아릴글리시레티네이트, 트로메타민, 아크릴레이트/C10-30알킬아크릴레이트크로스폴리머, 다이포타슘글리시리제이트, 마카다미아씨오일, 트라이에틸헥사노인, 티타늄디옥사이드(CI 77891), 마이카, 아라키딜글루코사이드, 피이지-10레이프씨드스테롤, 아데노신, 다이프로필렌글라이콜, 트라이소듐이디티에이, 스테아릭애씨드, 세린, 적색산화철, 알지닌, 글리세레스-20, 카보머, 콜레스테롤, 바실러스발효물, 시트릭애씨드, 트라넥사믹애씨드, 천문동뿌리추출물, 프로필렌글라이콜, 오일팜오일, 코튼씨오일, 하수오뿌리추출물, 각시둥굴레뿌리줄기/뿌리추출물, 인삼추출물, 칼메그추출물, 울산도깨비바늘추출물, 밀리타리스동충하초추출물, 동충하초추출물, 페룰릭애씨드, 오리자놀, 아마씨오일, 홍삼추출물, 안드로그라폴라이드, 타임추출물, 부들레야추출물, 글리세릴베헤네이트, 폴리솔베이트20, 진세노사이드, 산수유열매추출물, 피리독신에이치씨엘, 참당귀뿌리추출물, 호두추출물, 글루타믹애씨드, 오미자추출물, 대추추출물, 지황뿌리추출물, 지모뿌리추출물, 왜당귀뿌리추출물, 위버대나무줄기추출물, 잇꽃씨추출물, 육계나무껍질추출물, 황련뿌리추출물, 새삼씨추출물, 용안열매추출물, 영지버섯줄기추출물, 다시마추출물, 연꽃씨가루, 모란뿌리추출물, 펜타에리스리틸테트라-다이-T-부틸하이드록시하이드로신나메이트, 펜틸렌글라이콜, 황벽나무껍질추출물, 플로레틴, 마디풀추출물, 복숭아씨추출물, 폴록사머188, 폴리솔베이트60, 작약뿌리추출물, 세틸팔미테이트, 글리세릴다이스테아레이트, 소듐스테아로일글루타메이트, 범부채뿌리추출물, 비파나무잎추출물, 약모밀추출물, 소엽맥문동뿌리추출물, 들깨잎추출물, 도라지뿌리추출물, 살구씨추출물, 형개추출물, 황금추출물, 소듐아스코빌포스페이트, 하늘타리뿌리추출물, 관동화꽃추출물, 인삼뿌리프로토플라스트, 복령균핵추출물, 구기자추출물, 삽주뿌리줄기추출물, 은행추출물, 향부자추출물, 두충나무껍질추출물, 결명씨추출물, 모과추출물, 꿀풀잎추출물, 글라이코프로테인, 에탄올, 녹각사씨추출물, 모창출뿌리추출물, 귤껍질추출물, 클로브꽃추출물, 검정콩추출물, 천태오약뿌리추출물, 탱자추출물, 쿼세틴, 레스베라트롤, 소듐설파이트, 송이버섯추출물, 초피나무열매추출물, 생강추출물, 영지버섯추출물, 소듐메타바이설파이트, 트리스(테트라메틸하이드록시피페리딘올)시트레이트, 인삼잎/줄기추출물, 석류추출물, 에틸헥실글리세린, 라케모사승마뿌리추출물, 참마뿌리추출물, 지치뿌리추출물, 붉은토끼풀잎추출물, 토코페롤, 부추씨추출물, 캠페롤, 우슬추출물, 원지뿌리추출물, 남가새열매추출물, 검은서양송로추출물, 삼지구엽초추출물, 리날룰, 리모넨, 헥실신남알, 벤질벤조에이트, 벤질살리실레이트, 알파-아이소메틸아이오논, 시트로넬올

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Product description

The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu Imperial Youth Cream” is a master cream designed to relieve signs of skin aging.

⬥ The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu” line: a timeless masterpiece

The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu Imperial Youth” line is formulated with Timeless Longevity™, skin longevity science that harnesses the self-sustaining properties of natural Wild Ginseng.

Wild Ginseng that thrived for thirty years, surviving entirely on its own. Experience healthier, more vibrant skin through the power of The History of Whoo’s newly reformulated 5th generation “Hwanyu Imperial Youth” line, which draws inspiration from the secrets of Wild Ginseng’s enduring vitality.

⬥ An unparalleled heritage in Wild Ginseng research

The History of Whoo’s reformulated 5th generation “Hwanyu Imperial Youth” line has been developed through 19 years of research and technological expertise focused on the longevity of Wild Ginseng.

  • 2006: Beginning of Wild Ginseng research.
  • 2009: Research on Wild Ginseng Pearl Knots [t/n for further details on Ginseng Pearl Knots, please refer to the article on the “Cheongidan” line].
  • 2015: Research on Wild Ginseng Jeoncho (전초, 全草), which refers to the entire ginseng plant, from leaves to roots.
  • 2021: Research on bacterial strains derived from Wild Ginseng.
  • 2023: Plant-part segmentation and cellular research.
  • 2025: Upgrade: in-depth study on the functions of Wild Ginseng cells.

⬥ The History of Whoo’s Wild Ginseng heritage line

The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu Imperial Youth” represents the brand’s Wild Ginseng heritage line, faithfully capturing the enduring vitality of Wild Ginseng concentrated over 30 years of growth.

The History of Whoo’s has developed its “Hwanyu Imperial Youth” line using Wild Ginseng Jeoncho as a raw material. Wild Ginseng Jeoncho (전초, 全草) is a term that refers to the entire Wild Ginseng plant, including its stem, leaves, and roots. This precious ingredient can only be harvested in small quantities from untouched wild natural environments during the months of May to September, the time of the year when Yang Qi reaches its peak.

⬥ Point 1: Wild Ginseng Ginsenoside™ & Seno-Force™

The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu Imperial Youth” is formulated with Wild Ginseng Ginsenoside™ and Seno-Force™, which are two ingredients derived from extensive research into the longevity of 30-year-old Wild Ginseng. After 19 years of pioneering research into Wild Ginseng, The History of Whoo discovered Wild Ginseng Ginsenoside™ and Seno-Force™, two ingredients that provide powerful skin benefits.

  • Wild Ginseng Ginsenoside™1: Derived from Wild Ginseng, Wild Ginseng Ginsenoside™ is a ginsenoside-rich ingredient with exceptional skin-firming benefits that leave the complexion smooth and resilient.
  • Seno-Force™: Seno-Force™ is a stabilised blend of Quercetin and Kaempferol, two compounds identified through research into Wild Ginseng Jeoncho (전초, 全草). The ingredient is designed to enhance the skin’s natural energy and vitality, resulting in a vibrant and healthy complexion.

[1] Wild Ginseng Ginsenoside™ refers to the ginsenoside components that have been extracted, isolated, and purified from adventitious roots of “tissue-cultured Wild Ginseng”, which was obtained through Wild Ginseng cell culture.

⬥ Point 2: Aging-RX Technology™

The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu Imperial Youth” is formulated with Aging-RX Technology™ to boost skin elasticity.

Aging-RX Technology™ is a high-performance elasticity-boosting technology that works deep within the skin to deliver intense firmness while providing a gentle calming effect.

⬥ Point 3: The History of Whoo’s unrivalled beauty philosophy

The “Hwanyu Imperial Youth Cream” is the ultimate expression of The History of Whoo’s unrivalled beauty philosophy.

Efficacy rooted in precious ingredients.
The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu Imperal Youth” line features an elaborate blend of Wild Ginseng and over 70 rare Hanbang ingredients, meticulously combined according to traditional Hanbang formulation principles. Through the incorporation of this blend, the line effectively works from within to treat the skin at its core, enhancing its overall condition while addressing complex skin concerns.

Hwanyu’s unique skin beauty philosophy.
The exceptional effectiveness of “Hwanyu Imperal Youth” lies in its timeless formulation. By reinterpreting traditional formulation principles through Boncho Baewiron™ (본초 배위론, 本草 配位論), The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu Imperal Youth” line strengthens the effectiveness of the Five Elements (오행, 五行)2 skincare ingredients, bringing the skin to its ideal condition.

[2] t/n The Five Elements, also known as the Five Phases (오행, 五行), is a traditional Eastern philosophy that describes the interrelationships and interactions between natural elements. To learn more about the Five Elements theory and its application in The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu Imperial Youth” line, please refer to the main article on the line.

⬥ Texture

The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu Imperial Youth Cream” features a concentrated, nourishing texture with a firm, dense consistency. Upon application, the firm, dense texture of the product glides on smoothly, as if melting into the skin, leaving behind a silky finish and a luminous glow.

⬥ The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu Imperial Youth Cream”

The History of Whoo’s “Hwanyu Imperial Youth Cream” is a master cream designed to rejuvenate the skin and improve visible signs of skin aging by effectively addressing five major indicators of aging3. The product is certified as a functional anti-wrinkle cosmetic.

  • The product was shown to enhance skin elasticity by 5.4% after 8 weeks of use4.
  • The product was shown to improve skin texture by 11.1% after 8 weeks of use4.
  • The product was shown to improve the appearance of pronounced nasolabial folds by 12.9% after 8 weeks of use5.
  • The product was shown to improve the appearance of pronounced glabellar lines by 14.7% after 8 weeks of use5.
  • The product was shown to improve the lifting of the cheek area of the face by 17.1% after 8 weeks of use5.
  • The product was shown to improve the appearance of fine under-eye lines by 6.7% after 8 weeks of use5.
  • The product was shown to improve visible signs of skin aging (wrinkles)6 by 14.4%5.

[3] The term ”five indicators of aging” refers to: pronounced wrinkles, fine lines, skin lifting, skin elasticity and skin texture.

[4] Tests conducted by: P&K Skin Research Center Co. Ltd.
Participants: 32 women aged 50-59.
Date: 15 November 2024 – 3 April 2025.

[5] Tests conducted by: P&K Skin Research Center Co. Ltd.
Participants: 36 women aged 42-59.
Date: 18 November 2024 – 5 March 2025.

[6] The phrase “improvement of visible signs of skin aging” refers to the average rate of improvement measured across pronounced crow’s feet wrinkles, pronounced nasolabial folds, pronounced glabellar lines, and fine under-eye lines.

⬥ The History of Whoo’s timeless beauty ritual

A timeless beauty ritual, embodying The History of Whoo’s unparalleled Wild Ginseng heritage. Formulated with a potent remedy that absorbs effortlessly into the skin, The History of Whoo’s exclusive “Hwanyu Imperial Youth” beauty ritual infuses the skin with healthy vitality and youthful energy.

  • Step 1: Hwanyu Imperial Youth Concentrate Serum
  • Step 2: Hwanyu Imperial Youth Contour Eye Cream
  • Step 3: Hwanyu Imperial Youth Cream

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

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Directions

After completing your regular skincare routine, dispense the desired amount of product and  gently apply it to your face and neck. Rub your palms together to warm them up, and then gently press your hands against your face and neck to promote better absorption.

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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.
  2. Use only for the intended purpose.
  3. Follow the usage instructions provided.
  4. Do not return any remaining product to the original container after use.
  5. Avoid contact with clothing.
  6. Do not mix with substances other than cosmetics.
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Other editions and formulations

⬥ Previous formulations:

  • Hwanyu Imperial Youth Master Cream [launched: May 2023, formulated and manufactured by: LG Household & Health Care]
  • Hwanyu Imperial Youth Cream [launched: June 2015, formulated and manufactured by: LG Household & Health Care]
  • Hwanyugo Cream [launched: January 2009, formulated and manufactured by: LG Household & Health Care]
  • Hwanyugo Cream [launched: January 2006, formulated and manufactured by: LG Household & Health Care]

⬥ Special editions:

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Source: The History of Whoo official website and official product packaging
Translation: © 2025 Odile Monod. You may not reproduce the above translation for commercial purposes without the express written consent of the translator.

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