What is Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA?
The Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA is a light exfoliating toner from Beauty of Joseon, a brand known for modern takes on traditional Korean herbal ingredients. Its base is green plum fruit water, an ingredient with a long history in herbal practice, combined with two gentle chemical exfoliants: glycolic acid (an AHA) at 2% and salicylic acid (a BHA) at 0.5%. Mung bean extract is added to keep the formula soothing.
The result is a watery, non-sticky toner that does two jobs after cleansing. It lifts away the last traces of sunscreen, sweat and oil that a face wash can leave behind, and it gently loosens the dull cells that make skin look rough. For people living with Pakistan's humidity, dust and long, sweaty summers, that clean, refreshed feeling is a big part of the appeal.
Is it an exfoliating toner or a hydrating toner?
It is an exfoliating toner first. The acid levels are low enough for regular use, but it is not designed to deliver deep hydration on its own. Follow it with a hydrating essence or serum and a moisturiser, especially in winter or if your skin tends to feel tight.
Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA benefits: what it does for your skin
Smoother, softer texture
Glycolic acid works on the surface, loosening the bonds between dead cells so they shed more evenly. With steady use, rough patches on the cheeks and forehead feel softer and makeup sits more smoothly.
Clearer-looking pores
Salicylic acid is oil-soluble, which lets it work inside pores where oil and debris collect. That makes it helpful for blackheads on the nose and chin and for small bumps across the T-zone.
A fresher, brighter look
When dull build-up is removed, skin reflects light more evenly and looks livelier. The toner also leaves a clean, refreshed feel that many oily skin types enjoy in hot weather.
Calm instead of stripped
Mung bean extract and the gentle acid levels help the toner feel comfortable. It refreshes the skin without the squeaky, tight feeling of older alcohol-heavy toners.
Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA key ingredients
| Ingredient | What it does |
|---|---|
| Green plum (Prunus mume) fruit water | The base of the formula; helps care for skin texture and loosen dead cells |
| Glycolic acid 2% (AHA) | Surface exfoliant for smoother, brighter-looking skin |
| Salicylic acid 0.5% (BHA) | Works inside pores to help clear oil and debris |
| Mung bean extract | Soothes and balances the skin |
| Ginseng and rice bran water | Support a healthy, comfortable feel |
If blackheads and congestion are your biggest concern, see our salicylic acid and BHA edit for cleansers and treatments that work with this toner.
Is it good for your skin type?
Oily and combination skin
This is the ideal match. The toner helps control the shiny, congested feel of an oily T-zone without drying out the cheeks. Our oil control guide shows how to build the rest of a lightweight routine.
Acne-prone skin
Gentle BHA helps keep pores clearer, which can reduce the clogged bumps that come before breakouts. Use it alongside a non-stripping cleanser and a light moisturiser, and see our acne and blemishes picks for treatment steps.
Dry or sensitive skin
Dry and sensitive skin can still benefit from mild exfoliation, but less often. Try it once a week, press it in with your hands rather than a pad, and follow with a nourishing cream.
Who should patch-test first or skip it
Patch-test on the jawline before using it on the whole face. Skip it on sunburnt, broken or freshly waxed skin, and on nights you use retinol or a stronger peel. People with a known salicylate or aspirin allergy should choose an acid-free toner instead. If you are pregnant or under a doctor's care for your skin, ask your doctor before adding acids.
How to use Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA (morning and night)
In your evening routine
- Wash your face with a gentle cleanser and pat it dry.
- Soak a cotton pad and sweep it outwards from the centre of the face, avoiding the eyes, or press a few drops in with your palms.
- Wait a minute, then apply a hydrating serum or essence.
- Finish with moisturiser.
Using it in the morning
Once your skin is used to it, you can use it in the morning too. Always follow with moisturiser and a broad-spectrum sunscreen, because freshly exfoliated skin is more sensitive to UV.
What to pair it with
After the toner, a hydrating step such as the COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence replaces moisture. For a brighter look, the Beauty of Joseon Glow Deep Serum is a natural next step. In the morning, finish with the Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun.
Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA results: how long until you see a difference?
Many people feel a softer, cleaner surface within the first week or two. Visible improvement in rough texture and blackheads usually takes four to six weeks. Consistency matters more than strength: using a mild toner a few times a week for two months usually beats an aggressive peel used once.
Does Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA have side effects?
A light tingle for a few seconds is normal with acids. Stop using it if you get persistent stinging, redness, peeling or a rash, and give your skin a few days of gentle care. Overusing acid products alongside other exfoliants is the most common cause of irritation, so keep only one exfoliating step per night.
Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA price in Pakistan
The toner comes in a 150ml bottle, which lasts a couple of months when used a few times a week. The current price is shown live on this page, and orders over Rs. 6,000 qualify for free delivery with cash on delivery available.
Original vs fake Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Toner: AHA + BHA: how to check
Beauty of Joseon is one of the most copied K-beauty brands in the region. Look closely at the label print, the batch and expiry codes, and the cap seal. The liquid should be clear and watery with a faint, fresh scent. If the colour, smell or texture seems off, do not use it.
YESBEAUTY is an authentic seller of Beauty of Joseon in Pakistan. Every bottle is sourced directly from Beauty of Joseon's official distribution channels in Seoul, Korea, and carries our 7-day return guarantee if a product is ever found inauthentic. Learn more in our Authenticity Promise or explore the Beauty of Joseon range.
Green Plum Toner vs other exfoliating and soothing toners
| Toner | Best for | Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Toner (this product) | Oily skin wanting gentle daily exfoliation | Mild AHA + BHA |
| The Ordinary Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner | Dull, rough skin used to acids | Stronger AHA |
| ANUA Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner | Red, irritated or sensitive skin | No acids, soothing |
Choose the Green Plum Toner for gentle, regular exfoliation, a stronger glycolic toner if your skin is already used to acids, and a heartleaf toner when your skin needs calm. See them all in our toners and essences collection.
