Our Favorite Essences for Your Budget

If you want soft, supple, plump skin, consider adding сущность to your routine. While commonly misunderstood in the US, essences are Korean skin care product, not to be confused with tonics, emulsions or serums, essences are designed to moisturize and prepare the skin for further skin care treatments. They tend to be watery in texture (although some may feel like a serum) and contain a high concentration of active ingredients. If you want to dive into the world of essences, we have collected five at different prices.

Iris Extract Kiehl's Activating Healing EssenceMSRP of $45.

Designed as the first step (after cleansing) of your regular skin care regimen, this essence helps to smooth skin texture and provide radiance when used regularly over time. It tones and prepares the skin for subsequent skincare routines, while also providing instant hydration.

Essence Laneige Water BankMSRP of $36.

Containing hydro-ionized mineral water, this essence provides your skin with six essential minerals, including zinc, magnesium, manganese, potassium, calcium and sodium, for toned and smooth skin. To use, apply a luxurious water essence in the morning and evening.

Peach and Lily Wild Dew Healing EssenceMSRP of $39.

If you want to achieve "glass skin", you can try this K-beauty product from Peach & Lily. It helps fight acne by improving the radiance of the skin and giving it a radiant appearance. It is formulated with a combination of various ingredients commonly used in skin care products such as antioxidant-rich lotus extract, brightening niacinamide, protective bamboo extract and nourishing radish leaf extract restore and protect the complexion.

Lancôme Hydra Zen Beauty Facial EssenceMSRP of $42.

Designed to intensely hydrate the skin, Hydra Zen Beauty Essence soothes and soothes the skin. To use, apply to cleansed, toned face and neck for firmer, fresher skin.

Hanskin Hyaluron Skin EssenceMSRP of $25.

For added hydration, this essence contains a form of hyaluronic acid called sodium hyaluronate that retains 1,000 times more moisture than water. With regular use, the skin will become firmer, firmer and smoother.