Top Essences
- Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum
This essence serum combines traditional Korean herbal ingredients to enhance skin vitality and radiance. It improves skin texture and hydration levels, preparing the skin for better absorption of subsequent skincare products. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly without any sticky residue. Regular use helps balance oil and moisture for a healthier complexion.
- Missha Time Revolution The First Treatment Essence RX
A cult-favorite essence enriched with fermented yeast extract to brighten and smooth the skin. It revitalizes dull and tired skin, promoting a clear and even tone. The watery texture hydrates deeply, improving skin elasticity and reducing fine lines. Suitable for all skin types and perfect for layering under moisturizers.
- SK-II Facial Treatment Essence
Known as 'miracle water,' this essence contains over 90% Pitera, a natural bio-ingredient rich in vitamins, amino acids, and minerals. It enhances skin renewal, resulting in a clear, radiant complexion. The lightweight texture penetrates deeply to improve texture and firmness. Consistent use reduces dark spots and fine lines effectively.
- Innisfree Green Tea Seed Essence-in-Lotion
Formulated with Jeju green tea and green tea seed oil, this essence delivers intense hydration and antioxidant protection. It strengthens the skin barrier, leaving the skin soft, smooth, and refreshed. The lightweight lotion-essence hybrid absorbs quickly and is ideal for combination to dry skin types. Daily use provides lasting moisture and a healthy glow.
- Laneige Water Bank Hydro Essence
This hydrating essence infuses the skin with deep moisture using mineral-rich hydro ionized water and green mineral water. It helps reinforce the skin's moisture barrier and improves texture and elasticity. The refreshing gel formula absorbs rapidly without stickiness. Regular application results in plump, radiant skin that feels supple all day.
- Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Liquid
A hydrating essence enriched with ceramides to strengthen the skin's natural barrier and lock in moisture. It soothes dry, irritated skin and replenishes essential lipids for long-lasting hydration. The lightweight liquid texture absorbs quickly, leaving skin soft and resilient. This product is excellent for sensitive and dehydrated skin types.
- Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Hyaluronic Acid Lotion
This essence features a blend of five types of hyaluronic acid to provide multi-layer hydration. It deeply moisturizes and plumps the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and dryness. The fragrance-free and lightweight formula suits sensitive skin and absorbs quickly. Ideal for daily use to maintain a smooth, hydrated complexion.
- Cosrx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence
Packed with 96% snail mucin, this essence promotes skin regeneration and repair. It helps heal acne scars, fade hyperpigmentation, and improve overall skin texture. The lightweight, non-greasy formula hydrates deeply and boosts elasticity. Suitable for all skin types, especially sensitive and acne-prone skin.
- Etude House Moistfull Collagen Essence
This collagen-enriched essence provides intense hydration and firming benefits. It contains hydrolyzed collagen and baobab water to improve skin elasticity and moisture retention. The smooth, lightweight texture absorbs quickly, leaving skin soft and supple. Daily use helps reduce signs of aging and dryness.
- Amorepacific Vintage Single Extract Essence
Made with green tea leaves harvested from a 100-year-old garden, this essence delivers powerful antioxidants to protect and nourish skin. It brightens dull skin and improves texture while boosting hydration levels. The silky texture absorbs easily, leaving a radiant and healthy complexion. Ideal for those seeking anti-aging benefits.
- Goodal Green Tangerine Vita C Dark Spot Serum
Combining essence and serum benefits, this product is rich in vitamin C derived from green tangerine extract. It brightens skin tone, fades dark spots, and evens out pigmentation. The lightweight formula hydrates while protecting against environmental stressors. Regular use results in a clearer, more luminous complexion.
- The Ordinary Buffet + Copper Peptides 1%
This multi-peptide serum essence targets multiple signs of aging including fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. Infused with copper peptides, it promotes skin regeneration and collagen production. The lightweight, watery texture absorbs quickly without residue. Suitable for all skin types looking to improve skin health and texture.
- Klairs Supple Preparation Unscented Toner
Though technically a toner, its hydrating essence-like formula soothes sensitive skin with a blend of botanical extracts. It balances pH and provides long-lasting moisture without irritation. Free from fragrances and essential oils, it's perfect for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Prepares the skin well for absorption of serums and moisturizers.
- By Wishtrend Polyphenols in Propolis 15% Ampoule
A hybrid essence-ampoule formulated with propolis extract and antioxidants to soothe inflammation and protect skin from damage. It strengthens the skin barrier and improves texture and hydration. The lightweight, non-sticky formula absorbs quickly, ideal for sensitive and combination skin types. Helps reduce redness and supports skin healing.
- Belif The True Cream Aqua Bomb Essence
This essence-infused cream delivers a burst of hydration using antioxidant-rich herbs and ceramides. It refreshes and cools skin, leaving a lightweight, dewy finish. The gel-cream texture absorbs rapidly and suits oily to combination skin. Provides long-lasting moisture and strengthens the skin barrier for a radiant glow.
- Cosrx Galactomyces 95 Tone Balancing Essence
Formulated with 95% galactomyces ferment filtrate, this essence brightens skin and improves texture. It enhances skin clarity, reduces dullness, and promotes a smooth complexion. The lightweight watery formula hydrates deeply while controlling excess oil. Recommended for oily and combination skin types seeking balanced moisture and radiance.
- Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Facial Toner
A hydrating essence-toner hybrid infused with real rose petals and hyaluronic acid. It replenishes moisture and soothes sensitive skin with a fresh floral scent. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly, leaving skin soft, smooth, and radiant. Ideal for dry and combination skin types needing gentle hydration and toning.
- Klairs Freshly Juiced Vitamin Drop
This essence-serum contains 5% vitamin C to brighten and even out skin tone while reducing signs of aging. It helps fade dark spots, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation. The gentle formula is suitable for sensitive skin and absorbs quickly without irritation. Use regularly for a clear and luminous complexion.
- Huxley Essence Grab Waterful
An essence that deeply hydrates and refreshes the skin using Sahara cactus extract rich in antioxidants. It improves skin moisture retention and protects against environmental stressors. The lightweight watery texture absorbs quickly, leaving skin supple and radiant. Suitable for all skin types, especially dehydrated skin.
- Innisfree Jeju Orchid Essence
This anti-aging essence is enriched with Jeju orchid extract to improve skin elasticity and reduce wrinkles. It provides deep hydration and antioxidant protection to maintain youthful skin. The silky formula absorbs easily and leaves a smooth, firm complexion. Recommended for mature and dry skin types.
- Dear, Klairs Midnight Blue Calming Cream
Though a cream, it acts as a soothing essence for irritated and sensitive skin. It contains centella asiatica and blue tansy to reduce redness and calm inflammation. The lightweight texture absorbs into skin quickly, providing hydration and barrier repair. Ideal for calming acne-prone or stressed skin overnight.
- Etude House SoonJung 10 Free Moist Emulsion
A gentle essence-emulsion formulated to hydrate and strengthen sensitive skin. It is free from harmful ingredients and contains panthenol and madecassoside for soothing benefits. The lightweight, non-greasy texture absorbs quickly, reducing irritation and dryness. Perfect for those with sensitive or compromised skin barriers.
- Nature Republic The First Essence with Real Aloe
This essence contains 93% real aloe leaf extract to hydrate and soothe the skin. It calms redness and irritation while providing moisture and antioxidants. The light, watery texture absorbs rapidly, leaving skin refreshed and soft. Suitable for all skin types, especially dry and sensitive skin.
- Mamonde Rose Water Toner
Combining toner and essence benefits, this product contains 90.97% damask rose water to hydrate and brighten skin. It improves skin texture and provides antioxidant protection. The refreshing watery formula soothes irritation and leaves a soft, glowing complexion. Ideal for sensitive and dull skin types.
- Laneige Perfect Renew Regenerator
An essence formulated to boost skin's natural renewal process with antioxidant-rich ingredients. It improves skin texture, firmness, and elasticity while providing deep hydration. The silky formula absorbs quickly, leaving skin smooth and radiant. Suitable for mature and dry skin types seeking anti-aging benefits.
- Iunik Beta-Glucan Daily Moisture Essence
This essence is rich in beta-glucan to strengthen the skin barrier and provide intensive hydration. It soothes dry and sensitive skin while improving elasticity and texture. The lightweight, non-sticky formula absorbs quickly and leaves skin plump and comfortable. Ideal for daily use on all skin types.
- Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Re.Pair Serum
An essence-serum hybrid that calms redness and strengthens the skin barrier using tiger grass extract. It reduces inflammation and improves skin resilience. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly, leaving skin soothed and hydrated. Perfect for sensitive and irritated skin needing repair and moisture.
- The Face Shop Yehwadam Revitalizing Essence
This luxurious essence uses traditional Korean herbal ingredients to revitalize and brighten dull skin. It improves skin texture and elasticity while providing deep hydration and antioxidant protection. The smooth, silky texture absorbs easily, leaving a radiant and youthful complexion. Suitable for mature skin.
- Sulwhasoo Essential Balancing Emulsion
A balancing essence-emulsion that hydrates and nourishes skin with traditional herbal ingredients. It helps regulate moisture and oil levels for a healthy skin barrier. The lightweight yet rich texture absorbs well, leaving skin soft and supple. Ideal for combination and normal skin types.
- Pyunkang Yul Essence Toner
A minimal ingredient formula that acts as a toner and essence to deeply hydrate and soothe the skin. It balances the skin's moisture barrier and reduces irritation. The watery texture absorbs quickly, making it suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin. Provides a calm and refreshed complexion.
- Benton Snail Bee High Content Essence
This essence contains snail mucin and bee venom to repair and soothe damaged skin. It promotes collagen production, fades acne scars, and improves skin texture. The lightweight formula hydrates deeply and strengthens the skin barrier. Suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin types.
- Cosrx Centella Water Alcohol-Free Toner
A hydrating essence toner infused with centella asiatica extract to soothe and calm irritated skin. It enhances skin moisture and supports barrier repair without drying alcohol. The lightweight watery texture absorbs quickly, leaving skin fresh and balanced. Ideal for sensitive and redness-prone skin.
- Isntree Hyaluronic Acid Toner
This essence-toner hybrid contains multiple types of hyaluronic acid for deep hydration and plumping effects. It replenishes moisture and improves skin elasticity. The lightweight, non-sticky formula absorbs quickly and soothes dry, rough skin. Suitable for all skin types, especially dehydrated skin.
- Huxley Secret of Sahara Essence Grab Water
An essence that delivers intense hydration using antioxidant-rich cactus extract from the Sahara desert. It strengthens the skin barrier and protects against environmental stress. The fresh, watery texture absorbs quickly, leaving skin soft and radiant. Ideal for dry and sensitive skin needing moisture boost.
- Dr. Oracle A-Thera Propolis Ampoule
A hybrid essence and ampoule enriched with propolis extract to calm inflammation and improve skin texture. It provides antioxidant protection and boosts skin barrier health. The lightweight, non-greasy formula absorbs quickly, leaving skin hydrated and balanced. Great for sensitive and acne-prone skin.
- Mizon Snail Repair Intensive Essence
This essence contains 80% snail mucin to promote skin regeneration and repair damaged skin. It helps fade acne scars, improve elasticity, and hydrate deeply. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly without stickiness. Suitable for all skin types, especially those needing healing and moisture.
- Tony Moly Floria Nutra Energy Essence
An energizing essence packed with floral extracts and antioxidants to brighten and hydrate dull skin. It improves skin texture and restores vitality. The smooth, lightweight formula absorbs easily, leaving a radiant glow. Ideal for tired and dry skin in need of nourishment.
- Etude House SoonJung pH 5.5 Relief Toner
This mild essence toner is formulated with panthenol and madecassoside to soothe sensitive skin and restore pH balance. It hydrates and strengthens the skin barrier without irritation. The lightweight texture absorbs quickly, making it suitable for sensitive and reactive skin types.
- Innisfree Jeju Cherry Blossom Tone-up Essence
A brightening essence infused with Jeju cherry blossom extract to improve skin radiance and even tone. It hydrates deeply while providing antioxidant benefits. The lightweight texture absorbs quickly, leaving skin luminous and refreshed. Suitable for dull and uneven skin.
- Neogen Real Ferment Micro Essence
This essence uses 93% naturally fermented ingredients to nourish and brighten the skin. It enhances skin texture, hydration, and elasticity while reducing fine lines. The watery formula absorbs quickly without stickiness. Ideal for all skin types seeking healthy, radiant skin.
- Benton Aloe BHA Skin Toner
A gentle essence toner containing aloe vera and salicylic acid to soothe irritation and exfoliate dead skin cells. It balances moisture and removes impurities without drying. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly, calming acne-prone and sensitive skin. Use daily for clearer, smoother skin.
- Secret Key Starting Treatment Essence
Inspired by SK-II, this essence contains fermented yeast extract to brighten skin and improve texture. It hydrates deeply and supports skin renewal for a radiant complexion. The watery texture absorbs rapidly, prepping skin for better absorption of other products. Suitable for all skin types.
- Mamonde Floral Hydro Essence
A lightweight essence infused with floral extracts for hydration and soothing benefits. It improves skin texture and adds a natural glow. The smooth formula absorbs quickly without sticky residue. Ideal for sensitive and dry skin types looking for gentle moisture.
- A.H.C The Real Eye Cream for Face Essence
Though designed for the eye area, this essence hydrates and firms delicate skin around the face. It contains peptides and botanical extracts to reduce fine lines and brighten. The creamy yet light texture absorbs quickly and provides lasting moisture. Suitable for all skin types and sensitive areas.
- Pyunkang Yul Moisture Serum
A concentrated hydrating essence-serum that strengthens the skin barrier and locks in moisture. It uses milk vecht root extract to soothe and repair dry, irritated skin. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly, leaving skin soft and hydrated. Perfect for sensitive and dry skin types.
- Cosrx Galactomyces Pure Vitamin C Glow Toner
This essence toner combines galactomyces ferment filtrate with vitamin C to brighten and even skin tone. It hydrates while reducing pigmentation and dullness. The lightweight formula absorbs quickly, leaving skin radiant and smooth. Suitable for all skin types, especially those with uneven tone.
- I'm From Rice Toner
An essence toner made with 77.78% rice extract to brighten and hydrate the skin. It smooths texture and improves elasticity with regular use. The gentle, watery formula absorbs quickly, leaving skin soft and glowing. Suitable for sensitive and dry skin types.
- Son & Park Beauty Water Essence Toner
A hybrid essence-toner that cleanses and hydrates skin simultaneously. It contains natural botanical extracts to soothe and brighten skin. The lightweight texture refreshes and preps skin for makeup or skincare. Suitable for all skin types aiming for a clean, radiant complexion.
- Dr. Ceuracle Pro Balance Cleansing Water Essence
This gentle cleansing essence removes impurities while hydrating and soothing the skin. It contains botanical extracts and ceramides to maintain moisture balance. The lightweight formula leaves skin soft and refreshed without dryness. Ideal for sensitive skin needing cleansing and hydration.
- Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Essence
An essence designed to strengthen the skin barrier with ceramides and botanical oils. It provides long-lasting hydration and repairs dry, sensitive skin. The non-greasy formula absorbs quickly, leaving skin calm and moisturized. Perfect for sensitive and eczema-prone skin types.
