Over 20% of women use at least five products in their morning skincare routine. Building a skincare routine with multiple products - including an essence - can help you target specific concerns and improve your overall skin health.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is essence just toner? No. Though an essence and toner are very similar, toners are used to cleanse the skin, while essences are used to hydrate the skin.
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What is the difference between essence and serum? In general, a serum is a concentrated form of a essence.
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Do you need both toner and essence? It depends on your skin concerns and beauty goals. If you want to combine these two skincare steps, use our Triple Tea Antioxidant Essence (previously known as our Tamarind Hydrating Toner.)
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Do you put serum or essence first? When completing your skincare routine, go from the lightest product to the heaviest product. Essences have a watery consistency and should be applied before your serums.
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Do you apply essence on dry or wet skin? Your essence should be applied to damp skin.
You may have heard of an essence - but what exactly does it do, and how can you incorporate it into your daily skincare routine? Keep reading to learn more!
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What Is an Essence?
An essence is a water-based skincare product with a high concentration of active ingredients like hyaluronic acid or glycerin. Generally, an essence is a hybrid between a serum and a toner, and is used to hydrate and prep the skin.
Some common ingredients found in essences include:
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water, which serves as the base
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glycerin or glycol, which acts as a moisturizing agent
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hyaluronic acid to moisturize and plump the skin
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plant extracts that contain high amounts of antioxidants
Some toners and serums often contain harsh chemicals or drying ingredients that can damage your skin barrier. On the other hand, essences often contain natural botanicals that help nourish and strengthen the skin.
Our Triple Tea Antioxidant Essence contains plant extracts like rice bran extract and tamarind seed extract, which are rich in vitamins and minerals. This blend of botanicals is designed to soothe, protect, and hydrate the skin - plus, it contains 0.2% hyaluronic acid, an ingredient that is clinically proven to have healing properties at 0.2% concentrations.
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How Do You Apply Essence in Your Skincare Routine?
An essence is usually applied after cleanser and toner, and before serum and moisturizer. Essences are often used to help your serums and moisturizers absorb easily into the skin.
When you apply essence, your skin should be damp. This enhances the absorption ability of your skin.
Most experts agree that essences are suitable for all skin types, as they help strengthen and hydrate the skin. There are very few downsides (if any) that come with essences, as there is a very low risk of irritability, redness, and dryness.
What Are the Benefits of an Essence?
There are a few key reasons why an essence is an important step in any comprehensive skincare regimen.
For starters, an essence helps prep your skin for the remainder of your skincare regimen. It enhances the absorption ability of your skin, making it easier for your serums and moisturizers to do their job.
Furthermore, an essence has some additional benefits for your skin. They can help:
- Boost hydration levels
- Restore the pH balance
- Smooth the epidermis
- Protect the skin barrier
- Improve skin elasticity
How to Use an Essence in Your Skincare Regimen
Ready to incorporate an essence in your skincare routine? Here's an example skincare routine that you can follow either morning or night!
- Rice Facial Cleanser
- Triple Tea Antioxidant Essence
- Sweet Black Tea & Rice Moisturizer
- Radiance Vitality Oil
- Miracle Tea Eye Creme
The Bottom Line
Your skincare regimen is a chance to reconnect and realign your mind and body. On average, women spend a total of 22 minutes on their skincare routine each day. Take this moment to treat your skin and refocus your mind!
If you're ready to enhance your skincare routine, try adding an essence to your daily ritual. This will help you achieve the glowy, plump, and radiant skin you deserve!
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