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Vendor:HYGGEE
One Step Facial Essence Balance
Description: The HYGGEE One Step Facial Essence Balance is an all-in-one formula with toner, essence and serum in one product that balances and moisturizes a dry skin. Protects from oxidative stress and irritations with a perfect balance between moisture and oil. The upper layer contains...- £18.45 GBP
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Vendor:HYGGEE
One Step Facial Essence Fresh
Description: The HYGGEE One Step Facial Essence Fresh is a multifunctional water-based essence that also doubles as a toner. Birch sap and avocado extract elevates the moisture levels in the skin while moderating excess sebum. Fermented ingredients in the essence also helps drive out dead...- £18.45 GBP
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Vendor:Sioris
My First Essener
Description: The Sioris My First Essener combines the hydrating properties of a toner with the nourishing properties of an essence in one "essener" formula. Organic green tea water, high in antioxidant catechins and Vitamin B, soothes irritation and protects the skin from stress, also providing a...- £22.46 GBP
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Vendor:Elizavecca
Milky Piggy Centella Asiatica Pure
Description: The ELIZAVECCA Milky Piggy Centella Asiatica Pure is made with 100% centella extract that helps repair skin damage, reduce blemishes, fade scars and moisturize skin. Unscented. How to Use: Apply a few drops of the essence in your hands with on a cotton pad...- £17.06 GBP
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Vendor:Make P:rem
Chaga Concentrate Essence
Description: The Make P:rem Chaga Concentrate Essence is a highly concentrated and refreshing essence and is rich in chaga extract that helps to strengthen the skin. Chaga is extracted from mushrooms that grow on birchwood in colder climates and is known for its nutritional...- £33.26 GBP
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Vendor:Skinfood
Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Essence
Description: The Skinfood Yuja C Dark Spot Clear Essence is a brightening water essence with a simple 7 ingredient list features 96% Goheung Yuja Extract, Niacinamide, Licorice Root Extract, and Tranexamic Acid to treat existing dark spots and prevent future blemishes for a clear and...- £31.95 GBP
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Vendor:By Wishtrend
Quad Active Boosting Essence
Description: The By Wishtrend Quad Active Boosting Essence is a serum boosting essence that contains 'Quad Active' Ingredients: Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Centaurea Cyanus Flower Water, and Propolis. These ingredients are widely known to help with anti-inflammatory, anti-pollution, and anti-bacterial effects to help your...- £23.36 GBP
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Vendor:iSOi
ACNI Dr. 1st Control Essence
Benefits: The iSOi ACNI Dr. 1st Control Essence is a control serum that targets problem areas on contact and helps clear out blemishes. A quick, reliable solution for trouble-prone skin with a blend of eastern and western plant extracts of centella, bishop's weed, and tea...- £19.48 GBP
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Vendor:iSOi
Bulgarian Rose Blemish Care Tonic Essence
Description: The iSOi Bulgarian Rose Blemish Care Tonic Essence is a toner that clears blemishes for sensitive or irritated skin. Sweeps away dead skin cells, so natural ingredients in the next step can penetrate skin better and smoother. Contains prime grade Bulgarian rose oil. Large...- £31.46 GBP
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Vendor:TIA'M
Snail & Azulene Water Essence
Description: The TIA'M Snail & Azulene Water Essence is an essence type toner with a unique viscosity of Snail that has an ultra moisturizing and calming effect. It maintains a healthy moisture balance in the skin by boosting moisture levels and preventing the loss...- £13.46 GBP
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Vendor:Haruharu WONDER
Black Rice Hyaluronic Essence
Description: The Haruharu WONDER Black Rice Hyaluronic Essence is an anti-aging essence that leaves skin soft and fresh with zero sticky residue. Once called “forbidden rice” in China, black rice was enjoyed exclusively by the wealthy. This nutrient-rich rice is packed with polyphenols and flavonoids,...- £19.35 GBP
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Vendor:Mizon
Skin Power Original First Essence
Description: The Mizon Skin Power Original First Essence is a toner-like formula that enhances the effects of following skin care products. This magic essence boasts 94.5% premium Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate that delivers an array of benefits including antioxidant effects and protection against environmental aggressors. This...- £21.56 GBP
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Vendor:bonajour
Bio Active Resurrection Plant Essence
Description: The Bonajour Bio Active Resurrection Plant Essence is a serum optimized for anti-aging. Formulated with Glyceryl Glucoside, the key ingredient derived from the Resurrection plant to improve the self-regenerating power of skin and revitalizes skin. Activates the water path of your skin, gives your skin a deep...- £31.91 GBP
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Vendor:Atrue
Real Black Tea True Active Essence
Description: The Atrue Real Black Tea True Active Essence uses the power of black tea extract to fortify skin with antioxidant benefits to help tighten pores and reduce puffiness. The black tea extract is double fermented in this essence, allowing for deeper penetration into pores...- £35.96 GBP
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Vendor:Missha
Vita C Plus Spot Correcting Concentrate Ampoule
Description: The Missha Vita C Plus Spot Correcting Concentrate Ampoule is a moisturizing ampoule that fades blemish scars and refines skin texture. Formulated with 99% pure Vitamin C to deliver intense nourishment to fatigued skin, as well as collagen, Vitamin E, ceramide and hyaluronic acid...- £24.26 GBP
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Vendor:Apieu
Madecassoside Fluid
Description: The A'PIEAU Madecassoside Fluid is a lotion that can be used as a toner or as an essence that controls damage by repairing and rehydrating the complexion. The star ingredients are the centella asiatica extract and madecassoside, both known to heal and soothe,...- £12.56 GBP
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Vendor:Barr Cosmetics
Centella Calming Gel Essence
Benefits: The Barr Centella Calming Gel Essence is a watery gel essence to help soothe irritated and sensitive skin. It is packed with 85% of centella asiatica and 0.3% of panthenol to calm and deeply hydrate the skin. This hydrating essence also contains houttuynia...- £22.46 GBP
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Vendor:I'm From
Mugwort Essence
Description: The I’M FROM Mugwort Essence is made with a 100% concentrated extract of top quality mugwort from the Ganghwa County in Korea to calm and soothe irritated, red, or troubled skin. Rich in minerals and vitamins, Korean mugwort is known for its ability...- £33.71 GBP
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Vendor:Purito SEOUL
Fermented Complex 94 Boosting Essence
Benefits: The Purito Fermented Complex 94 Boosting Essence is highly concentrated with fermented complex for brighter, firmer, hydrated skin. This light first essence helps to boost the absorption and effectiveness of other skincare products. Contains 94% of the fermented complex and 3% of niacinamide...- £19.76 GBP
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Vendor:Missha
Time Revolution Artemisia Treatment Essence Mist Spray
Description: The Missha Time Revolution Artemisia Treatment Essence Spray helps to heal and nourish red sensitized skin with this ultraconcentrated essence formulated with 100% of the artemisia (also known as mugwort) extract. The herb has powerful anti-inflammatory properties and is rich in antioxidants. To...- £15.26 GBP
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Vendor:Laneige
Water Bank Hydro Essence
Benefits: The LANEIGE Water Bank Hydro Essence is a rich essence to help provide long-lasting hydration to the skin. Infused with the green mineral water extract, this essence fortifies the skin with its formula rich in antioxidants. With its potent moisturizing attributes it brings...- £31.46 GBP
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Vendor:COSRX
Galactomyces 95 Tone Balancing Essence
Description: The COSRX Galactomyces 95 Tone Balancing Essence (previously Galactomyces 95 Whitening Power Essence) is a highly concentrated essence with 95% of the galactomyces ferment filtrate. This essence works to enrich the skin cells with hydration, giving you clear, glowing, and moist skin. It...- £19.31 GBP
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Vendor:Secret Key
Starting Treatment Essence
Description: The intensely hydrating essence combines the galactomyces ferment filtrate with a water from the flower of rosa centifolia to keep the skin moist and soft with a bright and radiant finish. Used after cleansing, it softens and preps the skin for treatment, boosting...- £21.56 GBP
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Vendor:NEOGEN
DERMALOGY Real Ferment Micro Essence
Benefits: A hydrating essence is formulated with more than 93% of a micro bio fermented complex including Bfida ferment lysate, saccharomyces ferment filtrate, Betula Alba juice, rice ferment filtrate, and Aspergillis ferment, which instantly moisturize, brighten, and plump the skin. This naturally fermented essence...- £26.96 GBP
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Vendor:Missha
Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence RX
Descriptiion:The Missha Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence Rx is the 4th generation and updated version of the cult favorite essence among skincare enthusiasts, known for its effectiveness in delivering multiple benefits to the skin such as brightening, smoothing, hydrating, firming, wrinkle improvement, repairing...- £31.46 GBP
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Vendor:COSRX
Hyaluronic Acid Hydra Power Essence
Description: Highly concentrated with the hyaluronic acid, this oil-free gel essence provides long-lasting hydration. How to use: After cleansing and toning, apply a small amount on your entire face. Gently pat using fingertips to aid absorption, and then go forth with your moisturizers. Ingredients:...- £17.51 GBP
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What Is Skincare Essence?
Essence is a lightweight, hydrating, and nutrient-rich liquid that serves as a vital step in your skincare routine. It contains a concentrated blend of active ingredients designed to address specific skin concerns. It moisturizes, nourishes, and readies your skin to enhance the effects of other skincare products in your routine.
Benefits of Essences
- Hydration and Nourishment: It infuses your skin with essential moisture and nutrients, promoting a healthy, plump complexion.
- Preparation: Essences ensure that the subsequent skincare products can penetrate deeper and work more effectively.
- Targeted Solutions: Many essences formulate to address specific concerns, whether they brighten, fight aging, or soothe sensitive skin.
- Layering: Korean skincare often involves layering products. Essence is a pivotal step in this layering process, creating a moisture-rich foundation for subsequent layers.
How to use an Essence?
It is easy and can greatly improve your skin's health and appearance.
- Cleansing: Begin with a thorough cleanse to remove impurities and create a clean canvas for your skincare.
- Toning: Apply toner to balance your skin's pH levels and prepare it for the essence.
- Essence Application: Gently apply a small amount of essence to your face, using your fingertips or a cotton pad.
- Pat for Absorption: After applying the essence, gently pat your skin to enhance absorption. This tapping motion boosts blood circulation and helps the product penetrate your skin effectively.
- Follow your routine: Proceed with the rest of your skincare routine with your favorite skincare products, including serums, moisturizers, and sunscreen, to lock in the benefits.
Must-have Essences
Each skin type requires a different kind of Eesence, and there are different essences for different skin concerns. Whether you have dry, oily, sensitive, or combination skin, there's a product tailored to your specific needs.
Dry skin benefits from a hydrating and moisturizing essence to combat dryness and flakiness, while those with oily skin can opt for a lightweight, oil-free essence that controls excess sebum. For sensitive skin, a soothing and calming one can help reduce redness and irritation. Combination skin may find a balancing one ideal to address different areas of the face.
Essences work for all skin types, helping them find the perfect match for a radiant complexion. They are important in Korean skincare for achieving radiant and flawless skin. It is a fundamental part of your skincare routine.
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