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Synbiotic Defense Mist

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Synbiotic Defense Mist
Venn
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Benefits
  • Hydrating
  • Barrier-Strengthening
  • Anti-Wrinkle
  • Plumping
  • Brightening
  • Microbiome Balancing
  • Mattifying
  • Anti-Bacterial
  • Anti-Acne
  • Clears Pores
  • Firming
  • Lifting
  • Regenerating
  • Anti-Pigmentation
  • Scar-Repairing
  • Cellular Anti-Ageing
  • Antioxidant

The VENN Synbiotic Defense Mist delivers a refreshing fine mist of hydrating, balancing and anti-ageing ingredients to the skin. Supercharged with an 80% content of Probiotics and Prebiotics, the formulation focuses on improving the microbiome, to realise a more even and balanced complexion, as well as delivering powerful anti-ageing benefits as well.

This powerhouse of a mist fuses good bacteria such as Saccharomyces Ferment, Lactobacillus Ferment & Galactomyces Ferment, minimising pores, improving acne, sebum regulating and promoting collagen production.

The potent anti-ageing ingredients such as Adenosine, Arginine & Glutathione focus on smoothing out wrinkles, plumping the skin and brightening the skin, whilst the added large dose of Panthenol infuses the skin with a wave of hydration. Your skin will be left hydrated, unified and rejuvenated!

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The VENN Synbiotic Defense Mist delivers a refreshing fine mist of hydrating, balancing and anti-ageing ingredients to the skin. Supercharged with an 80% content of Probiotics and Prebiotics, the formulation focuses on improving the microbiome, to realise a more even and balanced complexion, as well as delivering powerful anti-ageing benefits as well.

This powerhouse of a mist fuses good bacteria such as Saccharomyces Ferment, Lactobacillus Ferment & Galactomyces Ferment, minimising pores, improving acne, sebum regulating and promoting collagen production.

The potent anti-ageing ingredients such as Adenosine, Arginine & Glutathione focus on smoothing out wrinkles, plumping the skin and brightening the skin, whilst the added large dose of Panthenol infuses the skin with a wave of hydration. Your skin will be left hydrated, unified and rejuvenated!

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More Info

  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
  • - + About the Brand
  • - + Who it is for
  • - + How to Apply
  • - + Ingredients
  • - + Smell & Texture
  • - + About the Brand
Who it is for
Green tick
For you if

Dehydrated Skin

Reactive Skin

Oily Tendency Skin

Uneven Complexion

Dull Skin

Red Cross
Not For you if
How to Apply
Spritz directly onto the face. Pitter-patter fingertips over the skin to allow ingredients to absorb and boost circulation. Use morning and/or evening.
Ingredients

Scroll down the page for a full breakdown of the active ingredients.

Saccharomyces Ferment, Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate, Lactobacillus Ferment, Water, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Niacinamide, Levan, Bacillus Ferment, Camellia Sinensis Catechins, Panthenol, Glutathione, Pullulan, Adenosine, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Arginine, Polylysine, Maltodextrin, Nicotinoyl Dipeptide-22.


Please note: The ingredients listed in this product are subject to change as the formulation is updated. We aim to update the INCI list as soon as possible, but we encourage you to read the ingredient list on the product itself to ensure it's suitable for your personal use.

Smell & Texture

Smells Like: It has a neutral aroma of Eucalyptus Oil.

Texture: A light and fine mist texture.

About the Brand
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Founded in 2017 by Brian Oh, VENN was born from the idea of simplifying Korea’s multi-step routines into streamlined formulas powered by science. With over 25 years of research and development, the brand created proprietary Concentric Technology to stabilise and deliver actives effectively. Inspired by Korea’s tradition of advanced skin science, VENN designs formulas that respect the microbiome while targeting hydration, ageing, and pigmentation.

We want skincare that works hard without overloading our routines. VENN delivers formulas that plump, smooth wrinkles, fade pigmentation, and deeply hydrate, all while respecting the skin’s microbiome. The products are so potent that one replaces several, powered by advanced, innovative ingredients. Fewer steps, no breakouts, and visible anti-ageing results.

At the core of VENN’s formulas are fermented Gromwell Root and Korean Angelica Root, prized in Korean medicine for their calming and brightening power. Gromwell helps repair and soothe, while Angelica reduces pigmentation and evens tone. Through VENN’s Concentric Technology, these roots are transformed into potent actives that deliver visible anti-ageing benefits with microbiome-friendly precision.

The Benefits

  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Skin Barrier Strengthening
  • - + Anti-Wrinkle
  • - + Plumping
  • - + Brightening (Energising)
  • - + Microbiome Balancing
  • - + Sebum Regulating (Mattifying)
  • - + Anti-Bacterial
  • - + Pore Decongesting
  • - + Firming & Lifting
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Anti-Pigmentation
  • - + Scar-Repairing
  • - + Anti-Ageing (Glycation)
  • - + Antioxidant
Hydrating

Hydration is a fundamental part of healthy skincare, focusing on maintaining and restoring the skin’s water content. Well-hydrated skin appears plump, smooth and radiant, while dehydration can lead to dullness, tightness, fine lines and increased sensitivity.
Hydrating the skin can work through a fascinating mix of ingredients with different roles. Humectants like hyaluronic acid and glycerin act like water magnets, pulling water into the skin to instantly plump and smooth, while Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMFs)—such as urea, amino acids and sodium PCA—mimic the skin’s own hydration system, helping it hold onto water and stay balanced from within.
Adding humectants like hyaluronic acid to your routine will restore your skin's healthy glow, minimize fine lines, and provide a plumping effect.

Skin Barrier Strengthening

Strengthening your skin barrier involves replenishing the key elements in the top layer of your skin (stratum corneum), leading to a stronger and healthier barrier. These essential elements include lipids (ceramides, fatty acids, and cholesterol) and Natural Moisturizing Factors (amino acids, hyaluronic acid, etc.). Various factors, such as incorrect skincare use, seasonal changes, and aesthetic treatments, can damage your skin barrier. When this happens, your skin loses excess water through Trans Epidermal Water Loss (T.E.W.L) and becomes less capable of defending against environmental stressors, resulting in dryness, sensitivity, and irritation.

A healthy skin barrier is crucial for overall skin health as it helps prevent hydration loss, protects against environmental damage, and reduces the risk of skin conditions like eczema and acne. By strengthening your skin barrier, you ensure your skin remains well-hydrated, resilient, and protected.

Anti-Wrinkle

Anti-wrinkle skincare is focused on both preventing and visibly reducing the formation of lines by targeting the structural and dynamic causes of wrinkles within the skin. Fine lines and deeper wrinkles develop as collagen and elastin decline, cell turnover slows and repeated facial movements create creases that become etched over time. Advanced formulations address these mechanisms through a combination of elastin-stimulating actives, smoothing peptides that help relax the appearance of expression lines, and deeply hydrating ingredients that plump the skin from within. By reinforcing the skin’s architecture while softening surface contractions and improving elasticity, anti-wrinkle skincare delivers a visibly smoother complexion.

Plumping

Plumping involves using active ingredients to boost the production of key structural components like collagen, the dermal-epidermal junction and glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), giving your skin more volume and density. Collagen provides structural support and firmness, while the dermal-epidermal junction, a thin connective layer, ensures smooth, wrinkle-free skin by facilitating cell communication. GAGs, like hyaluronic acid, keep your skin hydrated and plump from within. By stimulating these components, active ingredients help restore your skin's plumpness and radiance.

Brightening (Energising)

Brightening skincare involves using active ingredients to boost your blood circulation, detoxification and cellular energy. Improved blood circulation brings more essential nutrients and oxygen to your skin, while detoxification helps eliminate cell waste and impurities that can make your skin look dull. Certain active ingredients also enhance your skin's metabolism and regeneration. These combined actions restore your skin's vitality and radiant appearance, giving you a fresh, energised complexion.

Microbiome Balancing

Microbiome Balancing skincare focuses on supporting the skin’s ecosystem through a precise combination of prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics—each playing a distinct and complementary role. Prebiotics act as a targeted nutrient source, feeding and promoting the growth of beneficial microorganisms to maintain balance within the skin’s microbiome. Probiotics then introduce and reinforce these beneficial bacteria, helping to strengthen the skin’s natural defenses and reduce the presence of harmful strains. Postbiotics, the bioactive compounds produced through this process, enhance overall skin function by supporting barrier strength, improving hydration, and calming inflammation. Together, this synergistic approach stabilises the skin environment, resulting in a complexion that is clearer, more resilient, and visibly healthier.

Sebum Regulating (Mattifying)

Sebum regulation involves normalising oil production in your sebaceous glands to reduce shine, oiliness and breakouts, restoring your skin's natural balance. Overactive sebaceous glands can be triggered by internal factors like genetics, hormonal changes and stress, as well as external factors such as using stripping or overly active skincare, climate, pollution and diet. Excessive sebum production can lead to enlarged pores, acne and an oily, shiny appearance. Effective sebum regulation means using skincare products that balance oil levels without over-drying your skin, helping you achieve a clearer, more matte complexion.

Anti-Bacterial

Anti-bacterial action targets and inhibits the growth of bacteria on your skin's surface. Anti-bacterial ingredients work by disrupting essential bacterial processes like cell wall synthesis or protein production, reducing the risk of skin infections and inflammation. They are especially effective for treating acne by controlling the acne-causing bacteria known as Cutibacterium acnes (C. acnes). This anti-bacterial action helps diminish imperfections, prevent new breakouts, and reduce irritation, giving you clearer, healthier skin.

Pore Decongesting

Pore decongesting focuses on both clearing and minimising the appearance of enlarged pores. Enlarged pores often result from excess oil production and the build-up of impurities within the pore, which can stretch them over time, while ageing further contributes as reduced elasticity makes them more visible. Effective formulations work first to clear the pores—dissolving and removing trapped sebum, debris, and congestion—before regulating oil production and supporting collagen and elastin to improve skin firmness. By addressing both internal build-up and structural integrity, pores can return to a clearer, more refined, and less noticeable state.

Firming & Lifting

Firming & Lifting skincare is designed to restore strength, structure, and definition to the skin, creating a visibly tighter, more sculpted appearance. As the skin loses collagen and elasticity over time, it can begin to soften and sag, losing its natural contours. Advanced formulations work to rebuild this support from within—boosting firmness while helping to visibly lift and redefine the skin. The result is a smoother, more toned complexion with enhanced bounce and resilience, where facial contours appear sharper and elevated.

Regenerating

Regenerating skincare actively stimulates the formation of new, healthier skin, working in alignment with the skin’s innate renewal processes. Central to this are growth factors—effectively encouraging the development of new skin tissue. Peptides complement this by acting as targeted messengers guiding the skin to rebuild with greater strength and structural integrity. Stem cell–derived actives further support this environment by delivering protective and regenerative signals that optimize cellular function and renewal. While these mechanisms are synonymous with advanced anti-ageing—improving firmness, elasticity and overall skin quality—they are equally valuable in addressing scarring, as they promote tissue repair, accelerate regeneration and help restore a smoother, more even skin surface.

Anti-Pigmentation

Dealing with pigmentation means targeting melanin overproduction to reduce dark spots and prevent new ones. Melanin production can be triggered by UV exposure, pollution, hormonal changes (like during pregnancy), and inflammation (from acne or cuts). This excess pigment is then transferred to surrounding cells in epidermis called keratinocytes, which then moves to the skin's surface, causing visible dark spots.

To treat hyperpigmentation, a personalised and consistent approach is needed. Our anti-pigmentation products include lightening agents to block tyrosinase (the enzyme that creates melanin), antioxidants to fight free radicals, and ingredients to speed up skin cell turnover, removing pigmented cells. Using broad-spectrum sun protection is crucial to prevent new pigmentation during treatment.

Scar-Repairing

Anti-Scarring skincare targets the textured scars left by acne breakouts. These scars form due to inflammation disrupting collagen and elastin fibres leading to uneven healing and indented areas. Anti-Scarring actives harness growth factors and exfoliating actives to stimulate cell repair and regeneration, optimising the skin's healing process to reduce scar formation. They also effectively diminish older scars, improving overall skin texture and leaving you with a smoother complexion and significantly reduced scar visibility.

Anti-Ageing (Glycation)

Combat Glycation and maintain firm, plump, and youthful skin with anti-glycation actives. Glycation is a unique phenomenon where excess sugar molecules from your diet bind to essential proteins like collagen and elastin. This binding process can affect the structural proteins in your skin, like collagen and elastin, which are crucial for maintaining its firmness and elasticity. This results in wrinkles, loss of elasticity, and can even trigger excess pigment production, leading to dark marks and dullness.

Prevent and reverse the effects of glycation by adopting a low-sugar diet and incorporating targeted skincare with anti-glycation actives. These specialised ingredients help prevent sugar from binding to your skin's proteins and repair existing damage, preserving your skin's health and radiance.

Antioxidant

Antioxidant skincare is dedicated to protecting the skin against oxidative stress—one of the primary drivers of premature ageing and cellular damage—while preserving overall skin integrity and vitality. These formulations rely on potent molecules such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and polyphenols, which neutralize free radicals generated by UV exposure and environmental aggressors before they can compromise cellular structures like lipids, proteins, and DNA. Beyond defence, many antioxidants also support repair processes and enhance collagen stability, contributing to improved firmness, brightness and resilience. The result is skin that is not only shielded from ongoing damage but maintained in a healthier, more luminous state over time.

  • - + Hydrating
  • - + Skin Barrier Strengthening
  • - + Anti-Wrinkle
  • - + Plumping
  • - + Brightening (Energising)
  • - + Microbiome Balancing
  • - + Sebum Regulating (Mattifying)
  • - + Anti-Bacterial
  • - + Pore Decongesting
  • - + Firming & Lifting
  • - + Regenerating
  • - + Anti-Pigmentation
  • - + Scar-Repairing
  • - + Anti-Ageing (Glycation)
  • - + Antioxidant

Active Ingredients

  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Venn's Proprietary Probiotic & Prebiotic Blend
  • - + Arginine
  • - + Glutathione
  • - + Nicotinoyl Dipeptide-22
Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)

Panthenol, also known as Pro-vitamin B5, is a potent humectant renowned for its exceptional hydrating, repairing, and soothing qualities. When applied to the skin, Panthenol converts to Coenzyme A, an enzyme crucial for skin regeneration. Its versatile benefits and compatibility with all skin types make Panthenol a preferred choice for replenishing and fortifying dehydrated and compromised skin.

Venn's Proprietary Probiotic & Prebiotic Blend

Venn's Proprietary Probiotic & Prebiotic Blend is designed to balance the skin's microbiome, playing a protective role against viruses, pathogens, and irritants. The key ingredients include:

Saccharomyces Ferment: A yeast ferment known for its unique properties, including promoting collagen production, smoothing wrinkles, brightening the skin, and supporting cellular repair.

Lactobacillus Ferment: A probiotic derived from the fermentation of Lactobacillus bacteria. It balances the skin microbiome, soothes the skin, and supports the skin's barrier repair.

Bacillus Ferment: Bacillus Ferment is a probiotic obtained by fermenting the bacteria Bacillus Subtilis bacteria. Bacillus Ferment supports the skin's microbiome by promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria, which enhances the skin's resilience against environmental stressors. It is also anti-microbial, reducing the overgrowth of pathogenic bacteria, maintaining a healthy and balanced complexion.

Galactomyces Ferment: A postbiotic produced during the fermentation of Japanese Rice Wine. It is widely used in Japan and Korea for its properties in minimising pores, balancing sebum production, reducing blemishes, and diminishing dark spots.

Arginine

Arginine is a naturally occurring amino acid found in the skin that facilitates healing and repair processes. It acts as a hydrating and collagen-boosting active, supporting collagen synthesis for firmer, plumper skin. In addition, Arginine helps to protect against glycation, a process in which sugars bind to collagen and elastin fibres, causing them to stiffen and lose elasticity. Its antioxidant properties further help neutralise free radicals, reducing oxidative and glycation-related stress to effectively combat signs of premature ageing and maintain a smoother, more resilient complexion.

Glutathione

Glutathione is a natural antioxidant and plays a crucial role in protecting cells against environmental aggressors. It functions as a potent brightening and anti-pigmentation agent by inhibiting tyrosinase, the enzyme involved in melanin (pigment) synthesis. Additionally, glutathione helps to counteract glycation, a process in which sugars bind to skin proteins like collagen and elastin, leading to stiffness, dullness, and premature aging. By reducing oxidative stress and limiting the formation of advanced glycation end-products (AGEs), glutathione supports a more even, supple, and radiant complexion.

Nicotinoyl Dipeptide-22

Nicotinoyl Dipeptide-22, also known as Niacinamide Tetrapeptide-5, is a peptide complex that combines the benefits of Niacinamide with a Tetrapeptide. This complex is designed to inhibit melanin (pigment) overproduction to deliver brightening, unifying and anti-pigmentation results.

  • - + Panthenol (Pro-Vitamin B5)
  • - + Venn's Proprietary Probiotic & Prebiotic Blend
  • - + Arginine
  • - + Glutathione
  • - + Nicotinoyl Dipeptide-22
VENN’s Microbiome Balance System™

VENN’s Microbiome Balance System™ is a proprietary blend of probiotic, prebiotic and postbiotic ingredients designed to restore skin balance and strengthen its protective barrier. Key benefits include enhanced hydration, improved texture and protection against environmental stress. It utilises Saccharomyces Ferment for antioxidant-rich hydration and brightening, Lactobacillus Ferment to soothe and balance the microbiome, and Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate for improved clarity and moisture retention. Bacillus Ferment gently exfoliates, while Levan hydrates and reduces fine lines. This innovative, gentle system results in smoother, more radiant skin with balanced microbiota for comprehensive skin health and protection.

Spotlight

VENN’s Microbiome Balance System™

VENN’s Microbiome Balance System™ is a proprietary blend of probiotic, prebiotic and postbiotic ingredients designed to restore skin balance and strengthen its protective barrier. Key benefits include enhanced hydration, improved texture and protection against environmental stress. It utilises Saccharomyces Ferment for antioxidant-rich hydration and brightening, Lactobacillus Ferment to soothe and balance the microbiome, and Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate for improved clarity and moisture retention. Bacillus Ferment gently exfoliates, while Levan hydrates and reduces fine lines. This innovative, gentle system results in smoother, more radiant skin with balanced microbiota for comprehensive skin health and protection.

Why I love it

  • “I seek skincare that plumps, reduces wrinkles & pigmentation, hydrates, and nourishes without causing breakouts. VENN achieves this with streamlined products and nurturing actives designed for the skin's microbiome”

    X Natalie K-F

    Founder, Embassy of Beauty

  • VENN Synbiotic Defense Mist 100ml
    Venn

    Synbiotic Defense Mist

    £88

    The VENN Synbiotic Defense Mist delivers a refreshing fine mist of hydrating, balancing and anti-ageing ingredients to the skin. Supercharged with an 80% content of Probiotics and Prebiotics, the formulation focuses on improving the microbiome, to realise a more even and balanced complexion, as well as delivering powerful anti-ageing benefits as well.

    This powerhouse of a mist fuses good bacteria such as Saccharomyces Ferment, Lactobacillus Ferment & Galactomyces Ferment, minimising pores, improving acne, sebum regulating and promoting collagen production.

    The potent anti-ageing ingredients such as Adenosine, Arginine & Glutathione focus on smoothing out wrinkles, plumping the skin and brightening the skin, whilst the added large dose of Panthenol infuses the skin with a wave of hydration. Your skin will be left hydrated, unified and rejuvenated!

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