Face Essence

Afacial essenceis a liquid treatment, often slightly thicker than a toner, but lighter than a serum. It is askincare steptypical of theKorean routine, designed to deeply hydrate the skin, improve the radiance of the complexion and enhance the effectiveness of subsequent treatments.

In theKorean skincare order, the gasoline comes right afterthe tonerand beforethe serum. It is sometimes called “pre-serum” because it prepares theskin essenceto better absorb the targeted assets. Someskincare essencescontain powerful ingredients like snail mucin, ferments, or niacinamide, making them very effective, even on their own.

L'facial essenceApply after cleansing and toner, but before serum. It is aKorean skincare stepkey, because it “opens the way” to more concentrated treatments while nourishing the skin from the first layers.

Concretely, it is integrated in the morning and/or the evening, depending on your needs and the formulation.moisturizing facial essenceis ideal upon waking to plump the skin, and in the evening to rebalance the epidermis after external aggressions.

Apply aessence skin care, it's simple and pleasant. No need for cotton! Simply pour a few drops into the palm of your hands, then gently pat all over your face. This gentle gesture stimulates circulation and promotes the penetration of active ingredients.

In aKorean routine, we favor gentle gestures, without friction or rubbing. Some people apply several layers of essence (the famous “7 skin method”) to boost hydration. The idea is to listen to your skin and honor it step by step.

The bestfacial essenceIt really depends on your skin type and concerns. There's no single universal winner, but several gems that stand out for their ingredients, textures, and results. Here are 3Korean essencescult classics to discover absolutely, all available on Holy Skin:

1.COSRX - Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence

A global star for good reason. Formulated with 96% snail mucin, this skincare essence is incredibly regenerative. It promotes skin repair, reduces marks, and provides intense hydration without a greasy feel. Perfect for dehydrated, dull, or marked skin.

2.Beauty of Joseon - Ginseng Essence Water

A must-have in any Korean routine. Rich in ginseng water (80%!), it revitalizes the skin, fights skin aging, and brightens the complexion. Its fine yet nourishing texture makes it a formidable hydrating facial essence for tired or mature skin.

3.Mixsoon - Bean Essence

A sensory marvel. This fermented bean-based skin essence instantly nourishes, plumps, and softens skin. It's particularly popular in minimalist routines and is suitable for all skin types, even sensitive. Bonus: its affordable price makes it highly effective.

And if you don't know what it isthe best Korean gasolinefor you, let yourself be guided by ourfree skin diagnosis. In two minutes, you will know exactly which essence to add to yourKorean skincare step.

L'essenceand theserumare two complementary but distinct products in theKorean skincare step.

L'skin essenceacts upstream: it hydrates, prepares the skin and promotes the absorption of subsequent treatments. Its texture is fluid, and it is applied by gently patting.serum, on the other hand, is more concentrated and targets a specific problem (spots, wrinkles, acne, etc.). It acts in depth thanks to a high content of active ingredients.

The analogy? Essence is the fertile ground. Serum is the seed you plant. For healthy skin, it's often essential to have both in a routine, especially if you want to adopt acomplete Korean routine.