Glyceryl glucoside
Sourced from Lake Chenghai, one of the world’s three great natural blue-green algae regions; patented purification to >99%. Helps skin hold on to moisture.
Invention patent · COSMOS organic
VCC Ultra Deluxe Repair Firming Essence Oil 14ml
Why choose it
Two formulas in one bottle
25% golden botanical oil on top, 75% hydrating, soothing essence water below. Shake and the two become fine micro-beads — richer than water, lighter than oil.
3:1 water-to-oil ratioHydration and oil in one step, instead of a whole layering routine
28-day human efficacy assessment96.88% of participants agreed their skin felt firmer and more elastic
Three invention-patented ingredientsGlyceryl glucoside · 4D hyaluronic acid · Ectoin
Four COSMOS-certified organic raw materialsAstaxanthin · Glyceryl glucoside · Meadowfoam seed oil · Squalane
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How to use
Step 1: Shake the bottle before use so the water and oil phases blend into micro-beads
Step 2: After cleansing and toner, press the pump and dispense about 3–8 drops into your palm
Step 3: Rub your palms until warm, then press gently over face and neck until absorbed
Step 2: After cleansing and toner, press the pump and dispense about 3–8 drops into your palm
Step 3: Rub your palms until warm, then press gently over face and neck until absorbed
Shipping and delivery
Orders ship from our Hong Kong warehouse, processed within 1–3 business days. Standard international delivery usually takes 7–15 business days.
30-day returns
Unopened, unused products can be returned or exchanged within 30 days of delivery. For damaged or incorrect items, contact us within 48 hours for a free replacement.
Texture and feel
At rest the golden oil phase sits above the clear water phase — that is the dual-layer design, not spoilage. Once shaken it turns into fine micro-beads that spread easily and leave skin nourished without a greasy shine. The formula contains fragrance; if you are sensitive to fragrance, patch test behind the ear first.
Choose your repair cycle
At 3–8 drops per use, 14ml lasts roughly a month — the same 28-day window used in the third-party human efficacy assessment.
28-day starter
1 bottle · 14ml
Start with one full cycle
$79.00
56-day continuation
Save $16.00
2 bottles · 14ml × 2
Two cycles around a change of season
$142.00
$158.00
84-day course
Save $42.00
3 bottles · 14ml × 3
Lowest price per bottle
$195.00
$237.00
One-time payment, no auto-renewal. Multi-bottle sets are the same 14ml bottle, not a larger size.
VCC Ultra Deluxe Line
Oil-based care, one step further
Dual layer, a 3:1 water-to-oil ratio
75% hydrating, soothing essence water and 25% golden botanical oil, sealed in one small purple bottle. Shake it and the two phases turn into fine dual-essence micro-beads — hydration and oil stop being two separate steps.
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Real customer feedback
TextureHonestly, it surprised me. I heard "oil" and worried it would feel heavy, but it turned out really light.
After-sun soothingI was out in the sun all day at a beach photo shoot. I used this oil that night and the next day my face was fine — no redness, no burning. It really does soothe.
DrynessI always worry about my skin drying out — once it does, those fine lines show up. Since I started using the VCC oil it has been much better.
Overnight hydrationIt gives me the moisture I want. I put it on before bed and my face is still dewy when I wake up.
Repeat buyerReally good. I am going to stock up — my skin feels smoother since using it.
Fragile skinMy skin is fragile so I am careful with everything. This oil completely changed how I think about oil textures.
Temperature-change rednessGoing between air conditioning and the heat outside used to leave my face red and uncomfortable. After using the oil for a while it is much better.
Summer / firmnessEven in high summer it never feels uncomfortable. I check the mirror every day and my skin feels much softer to the touch, and my face feels firmer.
Before makeupNot heavy at all. My makeup sits better afterwards than with the primers I bought.
SoothingIn summer heat my face gets uncomfortable for no clear reason. Every time I use this oil my skin just settles down.
NMPA filing · patented ingredients · tested efficacy
- NMPA general cosmetic filing (China): 粤G妆网备字2024214856, filed 2024-05-06
- Three invention-patented ingredients: glyceryl glucoside ZL 2018 1 0907595.7, 4D hyaluronic acid ZL 2012 1 0317032.5, ectoin ZL 2018 1 1509078.0
- Four COSMOS-certified organic raw materials: astaxanthin, glyceryl glucoside, meadowfoam seed oil, squalane (certification applies to the raw materials)
- Three imported ingredients: panthenol from DSM (UK), squalane from France, meadowfoam seed oil from Canada
- Third-party human efficacy assessment (33 participants / 28 days): gentle and non-irritating, soothing, repairing, firming, suitable for sensitive skin
- Third-party safety testing: microbiology, heavy metals, diethylene glycol and pesticide residues all meet the Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015)
Barrier status
Dryness and redness, going in circles
When the barrier is not repaired, skin can neither hold water in nor keep irritants out. So it keeps cycling through these four states.
- 01Oily but dehydrated — shiny on the surface, still tight underneath
- 02Red and reactive — swings in temperature or season set it off
- 03Dry and fragile — rough to the touch, fine dry lines show up
- 04Hot and stinging — skincare and makeup both become fussy
3:1 dual layer
One layer hydrates, one layer nourishes
Water and oil do different jobs in the skin barrier. Keeping them in separate layers in one bottle — and shaking before use — gets both done at once.
Lower layer · hydrating, soothing essence water
Hold water in, settle discomfort down
Patented glyceryl glucoside, Bloomage’s patented 4D hyaluronic acid and DSM panthenol from the UK carry the hydration; the gentian dual-factor complex and patented ectoin do the soothing. In the third-party human efficacy assessment, transepidermal water loss was 25.32% lower after 28 days than at baseline.
- Glyceryl glucoside · >99% purity, COSMOS-certified organic raw material
- 4D hyaluronic acid · four molecular weights hydrating layer by layer
- Panthenol · imported from DSM (UK), helps raise stratum corneum hydration
Upper layer · golden botanical oil
Care for the lipid film, put the oil back into the barrier
Three botanical oils — squalane from France, meadowfoam seed oil from Canada and sea buckthorn oil from Wutai Mountain, Shanxi — nourish the lipid film, while astaxanthin, also in the oil phase, handles antioxidant work. All three oils were chosen for a light, non-tacky feel.
- Squalane · imported from France, olive-derived, absorbs easily with no greasy feel
- Meadowfoam seed oil · imported from Canada, >95% long-chain fatty acids, resists oxidation
- Sea buckthorn oil · a range of vitamins and trace elements
Once shaken, water and oil become fine dual-essence micro-beads — richer than water, lighter than oil, nourishing but never greasy.
Key ingredients
Four in the water phase, four in the oil
The water phase hydrates and calms, the oil phase nourishes and protects. Eight ingredients, each with a job.
4D hyaluronic acid
Bloomage Hymagic-4D. Cross-linked, sodium hyaluronate, acetylated and hydrolyzed — four molecular weights hydrating layer by layer.
Invention patent
Panthenol (vitamin B5)
Imported from DSM in the UK. Helps raise stratum corneum hydration and reduce transepidermal water loss.
Imported raw material
Ectoin
An amino acid derivative from halophilic bacteria, produced by microbial fermentation. Helps skin stay stable.
Invention patent
Squalane
Plant squalane from olives, imported from France. Absorbs easily without a greasy feel and helps reduce water loss.
Imported · COSMOS organic
Meadowfoam seed oil
Imported from Canada. One of nature’s most stable oils — over 95% long-chain fatty acids, slow to oxidize, with a light, dry finish.
Imported · COSMOS organic
Sea buckthorn oil
From Wutai Mountain, Shanxi. Carries a range of vitamins, trace elements and amino acids to nourish the lipid film.
Natural oil
Astaxanthin
From Haematococcus pluvialis, supercritical CO₂ extracted. An antioxidant that helps skin stand up to environmental stress.
COSMOS organicAlso in the water phase
Three more ingredients keep skin steady
Beyond the hydration workhorses, three more ingredients sit in the water phase, and their job is keeping skin steady.
Gentian dual-factor complex
Wild gentian root extract from 4,200m in Lhünzhub County, Tibet, plus Stephania tetrandra extract from Guangxi roots aged ten years or more — a botanical soothing pair. The raw material was tested for soothing effect in a zebrafish model.
Oligopeptide-1
A tripeptide of glycine, histidine and lysine at ≥95% purity — a small, topically absorbable repair peptide.
Niacinamide
A 99% high-purity, low-nicotinic-acid grade refined with Swiss process technology. Helps reduce transepidermal water loss and supports the barrier.
How much to use 3–8 drops for daily use; 5–10 drops in dry seasons or for a massage routine. Also works on neck, shoulders and legs.
Ingredient descriptions are based on general raw-material literature; product-level claims follow the third-party human efficacy assessment.
28-day human efficacy assessment: the actual numbers
- 33 healthy women aged 32–50, 28 days of continuous use, third-party human efficacy assessment
- Conclusion: gentle and non-irritating, with soothing, repairing and firming effects; suitable for sensitive skin
- In vitro as well: hyaluronidase inhibition 63.86 ± 2.42% (p=0.0047), DPPH free-radical scavenging 20.99 ± 1.39% (P<0.0001)
Results vary by individual.
Illustration
Firmness and glow, made visible
96.88%
agreed their skin felt firmer and more elastic
30.04%
reduction in the area of visible redness
BeforeAfter
25.32%
reduction in transepidermal water loss
Drag the slider to compare. These images are AI-generated illustrations, not photos of real customers. The figures below come from the third-party human efficacy assessment; results vary by individual.
Formula you can trust
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No added alcohol
The filed ingredient list contains no ethanol
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No added mineral oil
The filed ingredient list contains no mineral oil
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No added colorants
The golden tone comes from the botanical oil, not dye
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93.75% agreed it felt gentle
Questionnaire result, 33 participants, 28-day human efficacy assessment
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Suitable for sensitive skin
Per the human efficacy assessment; sensitive skin should still patch test first
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Passed third-party safety testing
Microbiology, heavy metals, diethylene glycol and pesticide residues all meet the Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics
Three steps with the little purple bottle
1
Shake
Shake before use so the botanical oil on top and the essence water below blend into fine micro-beads.
2
Dispense 3–8 drops
After cleansing and toner, press the pump and dispense about 3–8 drops into your palm.
3
Pressing in
Rub your palms until warm, then press gently over face and neck until fully absorbed.
Four ways to go further
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Facial massage
5–10 drops, massaged upward in circles along the contours; also good on neck, shoulders and legs
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Mixed into cream
Blend into your lotion or moisturizer for more slip and richness
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Before a mask
Use as a base layer before a sheet mask
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Before makeup
Use as a primer so foundation sits better
Compared with the usual facial-oil options
| VCC oil | Usual options | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Dual layer at 3:1, shaken into dual-essence micro-beads | All-oil or all-water, one or the other |
| Hydration and oil | Both in one step | Toner, lotion and oil layered separately |
| Texture | Richer than water, lighter than oil — nourished, not shiny | All-oil formulas feel heavy; stifling in summer or on oily skin |
| Evidence of gentleness | 28-day human efficacy assessment: 93.75% agreed it felt gentle; suitable for sensitive skin | Varies by product |
| Ingredient credentials | Three invention-patented ingredients + three imported ingredients + four COSMOS-certified organic raw materials | Varies by product |
| Ways to use it | Daily routine / massage / mixed into cream / before a mask / before makeup | Usually just one |
How one cycle goes
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First use
Shake, take 3–8 drops; it spreads easily — find the amount that suits you
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Weeks 1–4
Once or twice a day; one bottle covers roughly a 28-day cycle
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Week 4
Endpoint of the third-party human efficacy assessment: transepidermal water loss -25.32%, area of visible redness -30.04%
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Ongoing
Adjust the amount with the season and your skin; wear sunscreen during the day
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FAQ
It separates into two layers when it sits. Has it gone bad?
No. The golden top layer is the botanical oil phase and the clear layer below is the hydrating, soothing essence water. The 3:1 separation is the design. Just shake before each use.
Does it work for both dry and oily skin?
Yes. The dual-phase texture is light and absorbs quickly, so oily skin stays comfortable; the botanical oils give dry skin enough richness. Adjust the number of drops with the season and how your skin feels.
Can I use it in summer?
Yes. It is light and absorbs fast, so it works year round. Because it helps soothe, it is especially useful around a change of season; use a little more in autumn and winter if you want more richness.
Can I use it with a sheet mask?
Yes. Apply a layer before the mask as a base, or mix it with a mask cream as an overnight, rinse-free mask.
Where does it go in my routine?
After cleansing and toner. You can also blend it into your lotion or moisturizer, or use it as a primer before foundation.
How long does one bottle last?
One bottle is 14ml. At 3–8 drops per use it usually lasts about a month; a massage routine uses more and will finish it sooner.
Does it contain fragrance?
Yes, it contains fragrance. If you are sensitive to fragrance, patch test behind the ear or on the inner arm for 24 hours before using it on your face.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
The third-party human efficacy assessment concluded it is suitable for sensitive skin, and 93.75% of the 33 participants agreed it felt gentle. Sensitive skin should still patch test first.
Can I use it while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Please consult your doctor first.
What is the shelf life?
Three years unopened. Store at room temperature in a dry place, out of direct sunlight and out of reach of children.
Full ingredient list
Water, Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, 1,3-Propanediol, Niacinamide, Glycerin, Panthenol, Ectoin, Butylene Glycol, Sodium Chloride, Gentiana Scabra Root Extract, Glyceryl Glucoside, Hydroxyacetophenone, Stephania Tetrandra Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Squalane, Hydrogenated Starch Hydrolysate, Sodium PCA, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, 1,2-Pentanediol, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Disodium EDTA, Oligopeptide-1, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Diethylhexyl Syringylidenemalonate, Fragrance, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Sphingomonas Ferment Extract, Astaxanthin, Tocopherol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin
When should I see a doctor first?
Stop using it and see a doctor if you have persistent swelling or redness, marked flaking, broken skin or severe stinging. Skincare is not a substitute for medical care.
Pairs well with
Steady the barrier first, then feed it oil
During a sensitive stretch or a change of season, settle your skin with the Blue Copper Peptide Freeze-Dried Essence first, then let the oil take over daily water-and-oil care.
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