WTF is an Essence?
Rooted in 19th century Japanese “beauty waters” and popularized by Korean beauty, an essence primes and prepares your skin for leave-on skincare products after cleansing:
- Soothes and restores skin after cleansing which can be taxing to the skin.
- Gives skin its initial “drink of water” after cleansing, when some of the skin’s moisture is stripped away. The watery consistency helps skin to quickly soak up this moisture.
- Preps skin to better absorb serums and moisturizers, as well as other skincare product you apply afterwards, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of your entire skincare routine.
- Provide general skin benefits such as strengthening the skin barrier or encouraging a balanced skin microbiome.
Star Ingredients
- Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide is a natural prebiotic that nourishes a healthy skin microbiome, boosts skin's natural defenses, and soothes irritated skin, and helps skin retain moisture.
- Inulin is another prebiotic that cultivates beneficial skin bacteria to support skin’s microbiome and overall health.
- Hyaluronic Acid, in the form of Sodium Hyaluronate, excels at attracting moisture into the skin, plumping it up and minimizing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
- Panthenol draws moisture in to keep skin hydrated and plump, soothes skin to calm redness, and bolsters the skin barrier.