Description
What it is
Reedle Shot is the line that made VT Cosmetics a viral name. The formula contains hydrolyzed sponge, a source of tiny, needle-shaped silica spicules. When you massage the essence in, these micro-spicules create a light prickling feeling, and the brand says they help the ingredients that follow absorb better while smoothing the look of skin texture. The number on the bottle refers to the intensity level in the range, and 100 is the entry point that VT suggests for first-time users.
Beyond the spicules, Reedle Shot 100 is a fairly simple booster: niacinamide for an even-looking tone, centella asiatica and its active compounds for comfort, hyaluronic acid for hydration and a long list of amino acids. It has a light, milky texture and is used right after cleansing, before toner-essences or serums.
Key ingredients
- Hydrolyzed sponge (micro-spicules): fine silica spicules that give the signature tingle and gently refine the look of texture.
- Niacinamide: vitamin B3, used for the look of pores and a brighter, more even tone.
- Centella asiatica extract and its compounds: asiaticoside, madecassoside, madecassic acid and asiatic acid to help skin feel calm.
- Sodium hyaluronate: a form of hyaluronic acid that holds water in the skin.
- Propolis extract: a bee-derived ingredient included for soothing and nourishing.
- Amino acids: a blend of building blocks such as glycine, serine and arginine that support hydration.
Product details
| Brand | VT Cosmetics, South Korea |
|---|---|
| Line | Reedle Shot |
| Size | 50 ml |
| Format | Milky booster essence in a bottle |
| Main concerns | Visible pores, rough texture, dullness |
| Skin types | Normal, combination, oily; beginners to spicule products |
| When to use | Evening, first step after cleansing |
| Fragrance | No added fragrance listed |
How to use
- In the evening, cleanse and pat your face completely dry.
- Apply a small amount to the face and neck.
- Massage gently with your fingertips in a rolling motion until absorbed, then press with your palms.
- Follow with a moisturizer. Wear sunscreen the next morning.
Tip: a mild tingling is normal with spicules. Start every second or third evening and only increase frequency if your skin stays comfortable. VT advises not to combine different Reedle Shot strengths in the same routine.
Who it suits
It suits people curious about spicule skincare who want a soft introduction, and those whose main concerns are uneven texture and visible pores. Normal and combination skin usually adapt best. If you want something stronger later, the VT Reedle Shot 300 is the next step up.
Who should be careful
Skip it on broken, sunburned or freshly treated skin (after peels, lasers or microneedling), and avoid using it right after strong exfoliating acids or retinoids. Sensitive or rosacea-prone skin may find the prickling too much. The formula contains macadamia seed oil, so anyone with a tree nut allergy should avoid it, and propolis can trigger reactions in people allergic to bee products.
Patch test first. Apply a small amount to the inner forearm or behind the ear and wait 24 to 48 hours before using it on the face.
Full ingredient list
Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Polyisobutene, Hydrolyzed Sponge, Glycereth-26, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Adenosine, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Sorbitan Oleate, Xanthan Gum, Propolis Extract, Asiaticoside, Madecassoside, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Threonine, Proline, Valine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Methionine, Cysteine.
Notes: no added fragrance and no drying alcohol are listed. Contains macadamia seed oil (tree nut) and propolis (bee product).
Frequently asked questions
Is Reedle Shot 100 supposed to tingle?
Yes, a light prickling feeling is expected because of the micro-spicules. Strong burning, lasting redness or swelling is not normal, so rinse it off and stop using it.
What does the number 100 mean?
It indicates the intensity level within VT’s Reedle Shot range. Higher numbers such as 300 are designed to feel stronger.
Can I use Reedle Shot 100 every day?
Some people do once their skin is used to it, but it is wiser to start a few evenings a week and adjust to how your skin responds.
Can I use it with retinol or acids?
Using them on the same night raises the risk of irritation. Many people alternate nights instead.
Learn more
See how a booster fits into our beginner’s Korean skincare routine, or read about spicule products in our Dr. Melaxin Peel Shot comparison.
Ingredient lists can change between batches and markets. Always check the box you receive. This page is an independent guide; melaxin.ca does not sell products directly.
