Do you constantly feel that there is a new hype for skin care that we are told we need for perfect skin? I mean, do not get me wrong, I'll do anything for a clear, shiny and wrinkle-free skin. Are you anti-aging? I got them. Jade rollers? Why not. Face masks of gold? Here is my credit card.
But I always drew the line in Korea's popular multi-step routines (think: 12 step beauty daily rituals), because I barely have time for my pretty basic routine of cleansing, toning, moisturizing and slapping in a serum before I run out. Door in the morning. While long, multi-step routines may not be entirely necessary (or fit with your lifestyle or skin type), there is one crucial product that Korean beauty professionals never overlook. Enter: essences.
We know what you are thinking: What the hell is an essence? The essences, well known and used in Asian cultures, are highly concentrated water-based formulas that are used to moisturize the skin and allow maximum absorption of the ingredients and products that follow, explains Rachel Nazarian, MD, dermatologist based in New York and member of The American Academy of Dermatology (FAAD).
"The essences themselves may even have beneficial ingredients that soothe the skin, exfoliate or simply add anti-aging vitamins and peptides," says Dr. Nazarian. They tend to contain high doses of hyaluronic acid and glycerin, which help to intensely nourish the skin. You can find them with vitamin C, exfoliating AHA acids and even caviar, adds Dr. Nazarian. How luxurious!
Lighter than oil but not as thin as water, an essence prepares and prepares the skin by gently opening the skin barrier for the products applied later. They soften on clean skin and before the serums, creams or lotions. The application of an essence at the beginning of your skin care routine improves the performance and penetration of other products, and most importantly, your anti-aging serums.
The best way to get the powerful benefits of an essence is to rub a few drops on the palms of your hand, then gently rub or pat on the face. That's!
Trust us, this is the step for skin care that changes the game and that you are definitely missing. Next, we ask dermatologists to share some of their favorites.
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Benton Benton Fermentation Essence
Highly rated in a recent EWG report, this affordable essence has a light formula for quick absorption and no fragrance, which makes it perfect for all skin types, including sensitive skin. Packed with fermented yeast, ceramides and hyaluronic acid, it moisturizes, lightens and adds softness to the skin.
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Glycolic shine essence of Caudalie Vinoperfect
Dr. Nazarian loves this essence that illuminates the skin, which contains antioxidants and glycolic acid, which work to eliminate dead skin cells and help with uneven skin tone, dark spots and opacity. Also good? It has 100% organic grape water, which soothes and moisturizes the skin.
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COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
Believe it or not, the snail slime (yes, seriously!) Is one of the main ingredients of this essence. Hey, we'll do almost anything for perfect skin! Panthenol soothes, moisturizes and regenerates, while snail mucin repairs, moisturizes and brightens.
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Essence of antioxidant Kombucha fresh black tea
A powerful source of antioxidants, such as Kigelia Africana Fruit Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, and kombucha (fermented black tea) and hyaluronic acid, is one of the favorite dermatologists of Debra Jaliman, based in New York City, as it provides a protection against pollution. illuminating your skin.
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Huxley Secret of Sahara Oil Essence
This oil essence hybrid combines organic Sahara cactus oil rich in antioxidants with quinoa, açaí berry and vitamin E in an anti-aging essence of soft light that moisturizes and nourishes. It is non-comedogenic (meaning it will not clog the pores) and is completely absorbed into the skin so that your face is not greasy. Bonus: Comes with a free sheet mask, I just say.
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Concentrated lighting essence by Tata Harper
Another choice of Dr. Nazarian, this essence worthy of waste illuminates the skin and corrects opacity, dark spots and uneven tone for a more radiant complexion. Tip: Use this essence morning and night on your face, neck and décolleté after cleaning and to prepare and prepare the skin before your serum.
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