The Essence of Beauty

TATCHA THE ESSENCE

The Essence is a daily anti-aging superfluid, made of 98.7% pure Japanese Hadasei-3, Tatcha’s AHA- rich complex of Akita rice, Uji Green Tea, and Okinawa Algae, to smooth and resurface skin, revealing a healthy luster. It exfoliates, bright- ens and moisturizes the skin and is formulated for all skin types.

$95 (150ml), tatcha.com

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TATA HARPER HYDRATING FLORAL ESSENCE

A hydrating essence that moisturizes and plumps with hyaluronic acid and natural humectants, and enhances the performance of serums that follow. A combination of rose, lavender and neroli hydrosols provide skin smoothing moisture, while an antioxidant-rich floral blend helps fight free radicals and minimize the look of wrinkles.

$94 (125 ml), tataharperskincare.com

111SKIN ANTIOXIDANT ENERGISING ESSENCE The Antioxidant Energising Essence is a lightweight, water-like product that delivers fast-acting antioxidant properties, and provides immediate hydration, soothing and revitalization for refreshed and reinvigorated skin. $100 (100ml), 111skin.com

VINTNERʼS DAUGHTER ACTIVE TREATMENT ESSENCE Active Treatment Essence is a deeply hydrating formula that delivers radiance and renewal through its proprietary Phyto Radiance Infusion, a 21-day process which begins with nutrient-rich, whole plants and, over the course of three weeks, gently infuses powerful nourishment into its aqueous base. Amplifying the infusion is its Phyto Ferment, a two-week fermentation process that produces beneficial probiotics and increases nutrient absorption. $225 (50ml), vintnersdaughter.com

SHISEIDO EUDERMINE REVITALIZING ESSENCE Eudermine is one of Shiseido’s oldest products introduced in 1897. This softening lotion delivers immediate moisture and responds to changes in the climate to keep the skin’s moisture level constant regardless of location or time of year. It’s subtly perfumed with an accent of rain-washed peonies that seems to relax your entire being. $62 (125 ml), shiseido.com

ES·SENCE (noun)
1. the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something, especially something abstract, that determines its character.

2. the heart of Korean skincare and the secret to flawless skin.

Essence originated in Korea and is considered an essential step in your skincare regimen. Applied after the toner, essence acts as a primer. The active ingredients within an essence penetrates deep into your skin, making your entire skincare routine more effective. Korean essences contain concentrated hydrating, anti-aging and complexion-enhancing ingredients that optimize your skin’s natural cell turnover rate.