Probioderm 3D Lifting E... · 23.90 €
Water Essence Mist 200ml · 19.90 €
Hyaluronic Acid 8 + Pan... · 32.90 €Top of the month
The essences everyone is snapping up
The 3 best-selling essences this month at Ma Petite Corée.
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HARUHARU Black Rice Pro... · 24.90 €
Rice Makgeolli Probioti... · 30.90 €
Fermentation Essence 100ml · 29.90 €Skin barrier
Probiotics and ferments
Essences that help your skin stay comfortable.
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Green Tea Ceramide Milk... · 23.90 €
Madagascar Centella Pro... · 20.90 €
Advanced Snail Radiance... · 24.90 €Budget pick
Cult essences under €25
Our best-selling budget essences, picked every week.
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Tap your need: we explain it in 2 lines.
Hydration
Hyaluronic acid, ceramides: a light layer of hydration between your toner and your serum.
Tip: Pat it onto skin that's still slightly damp.
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Skin barrier
Probiotics, ferments, rice: for skin that feels more comfortable and more resilient.
Tip: Perfect in the cold season, morning and night.
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Glow
Vitamin C, niacinamide: for a brighter complexion.
Tip: In the morning, followed by sunscreen.
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Anti-aging
Peptides, collagen: for skin that looks firmer.
Tip: At night, before your serum.
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Men
All-in-one essences, quick and effective.
Tip: One single product after shaving, and you're done.
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Best seller of the month
Updated every day based on sales.
Best seller right now
BIO HEAL BOH
BIO HEAL BOH Probioderm 3D Lifting Essential Toner 150ml
BIO HEAL BOH Probioderm 3D Lifting Essential Toner: the firming korean tonerThis firming korean toner by BIO HEAL BOH combines Probioderm technology with peptides, hyaluronic acid...
✓ Shipped from Seoul, 100% authentic
23.90 €
Our favourite ♥
BRTC
BRTC Power Homme All In One Solution 200ml
BRTC Power Homme All In One Solution: the all-in-one korean men's face careWith BRTC Power Homme All In One Solution 200ml, you simplify your routine: this...
✓ Shipped from Seoul, 100% authentic
32.90 €
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INNISFREE
INNISFREE Forest for Men ALL IN ONE Essence 100ml
INNISFREE Forest for Men ALL IN ONE Essence: the all-in-one men's face essenceThis men's face essence from the Forest for Men range combines several skincare steps...
✓ Shipped from Seoul, 100% authentic
29.90 €
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ANUA
ANUA Hyaluronic Acid 8 + Panthenol Lipsome Skin Booster 150ml
ANUA 8+: the hyaluronic acid booster with panthenolThis ANUA hyaluronic acid booster combines 8 forms of hyaluronic acid and panthenol in a fluid 150 ml texture....
✓ Shipped from Seoul, 100% authentic
32.90 €
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Every essence in the shop is right below.
LACVERT
30.90 €
LACVERT Homme Recharge Cica All-in-One Essence 150ml
Instantly soothes the skin while strengthening the skin barrier thanks to the power of cica.
Ultra-practical all-in-one formula that replaces toner, essence, and treatment, ideal for a simple and effective routine.
Leaves the skin hydrated, clear, and comfortable, with a healthy glow and no sticky feeling, perfect for daily use. 💧
VT COSMETICS
50.90 €
VT COSMETICS Cica Reti-A Essence 0.5 30ml
Smooths skin texture and boosts radiance thanks to the combination of retinol and cica, ideal for firmer, more luminous skin.
Strengthens the skin barrier while visibly reducing fine lines and imperfections without irritating sensitive skin.
Lightweight texture that absorbs quickly, for an effective and pleasant Korean skincare routine every day 🌙.
VT COSMETICS
54.90 €
VT COSMETICS PDRN Riddle Shot Gold Essence 30ml
Provides intense radiance and strengthens the skin barrier with a highly concentrated PDRN essence.
Smooths skin texture, boosts hydration, and helps repair signs of fatigue for a visibly healthier complexion.
Its lightweight texture infused with gold essence absorbs quickly without a greasy finish, ideal for a premium skincare routine ✨.
IUNIK
35.90 €
IUNIK Beta Glucan Lactobarrier Milk Essence 200ml
Intensely strengthens the skin barrier with beta-glucan for plump, soothed skin.
Provides a hydrated radiance with a "glass skin" effect while reducing tightness and redness.
Its ultra-fluid milk-essence texture immediately absorbs into the skin for maximum daily comfort 🌙.
HERA
50.90 €
HERA Homme Blue Essence in Emulsion 110m
Intensely hydrates and soothes the skin while strengthening the men's skin barrier.
Light fluid texture that absorbs quickly for a radiant and comfortable complexion every day.
Fresh formula ideal after shaving, leaving the skin smooth, supple, and perfectly balanced 💧.
HERA
62.90 €
HERA Comfy Conditioning Essence 150g
Instantly soothes the skin while strengthening the skin barrier for lasting comfort.
Its lightweight texture deeply infuses the skin with hydration for a smoother, plumper complexion.
Reveals a healthy, even glow, perfect for a daily K-Beauty routine 💧.
HONESI
27.90 €
HONESI Ernish Lifting Biome Elasticity Ampoule Essence 100ml
Intensely strengthens the skin barrier for firmer, plumper, and more resilient skin day after day.
Its formula with lifting biomes boosts elasticity and radiance, while visibly smoothing wrinkles and fine lines.
Ultra-comfortable essence-ampoule texture that absorbs quickly without stickiness, for a lasting Korean glow ✨.
INNISFREE
18.90 €
INNISFREE Green Tea Ceramide Milk Essence Refill 160ml
Instantly strengthens your skin barrier while providing deep, lightweight hydration.
The milky texture melts into the skin for a fresh, calm, and lasting radiance without a sticky finish.
Eco-friendly refill format that extends your green tea routine while respecting your skin and the planet 🌱.
ESSENHERB
37.90 €
ESSENHERB Quick & Deep Bubble Essence 97ml
Offers a visibly brighter complexion while strengthening the skin barrier thanks to its ultra-fine foaming essence texture.
The bubble essence penetrates deeply to intensely hydrate and smooth the skin texture without any sticky feeling.
Ideal for targeted Korean skincare, it provides radiance, comfort, and freshness daily for plump skin ✨.
SKINFOOD
28.90 €
SKINFOOD Peachy Zinc PCA Essence 50ml
Immediately soothes redness while strengthening your skin barrier for more resilient skin.
Its formula with zinc PCA and peach extract regulates excess sebum while maintaining light, comfortable hydration. 🍑
Ideal for achieving a radiant and even complexion, even on sensitive or blemish-prone skin.
AHC
33.90 €
AHC Cola Juvenation Lift 4 Treatment Essence 130ml
Instantly firms the skin while restoring a youthful, radiant glow.
Strengthens the skin barrier with a highly concentrated essence that smooths fine lines.
Ideal for a complete Korean anti-aging routine, with a lightweight texture that absorbs without a sticky finish.
AHC
29.90 €
AHC Hyaluro Deep Volume 5 Treatment Essence 130ml
Intensely hydrate your skin and strengthen your skin barrier for immediate comfort.
The formula enriched with hyaluronic acid plumps fine lines and provides a visible volumizing effect.
Achieve a radiant, smooth, and plump complexion, worthy of a professional Korean skincare routine. 💧
AHC
31.90 €
AHC Gluta Activation Bright 3 Treatment Essence 130ml
Instantly brightens the complexion with an ultra-concentrated essence that boosts the skin’s radiance and clarity.
Strengthens the skin barrier with a lightweight texture that penetrates deeply without leaving a sticky finish.
Evens out the complexion day after day for skin that is more luminous, smooth, and plump, ready for a complete K-Beauty routine ✨.
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HARUHARU
24.90 €
27.90 €
HARUHARU Black Rice Hyaluronic Essence 50ml
Repairs the skin barrier and reveals a healthy glow thanks to the power of fermented black rice.
The lightweight texture infused with hyaluronic acid deeply hydrates the skin without a greasy feel.
Ideal for sensitive skin, this Korean essence smooths, soothes, and perfectly prepares the skin for your skincare routine 🌸.
HERA
50.90 €
HERA Homme All-in-One Skin Hydro Treatment 150ml
Intensely hydrates the skin while strengthening the skin barrier for a fresh and clear face every day.
Its all-in-one formula simplifies your routine by combining lotion, essence, and soothing care in a single step.
The lightweight texture absorbs quickly, leaves a radiant complexion without a greasy finish, and provides long-lasting comfort. 💧
AROMATICA
23.90 €
AROMATICA Super Tea Tree Trial Kit & Mini Essentials
Intensely purifies the skin while respecting your skin barrier for a clear and calm complexion.
The synergy of tea tree and Korean botanical actives targets imperfections while revealing a healthy radiance.
Ideal mini essentials size to test a complete K-Beauty routine or take it with you everywhere ✈️
CELIMAX
34.90 €
CELIMAX Oil Control Capsule Essence 30ml
Instantly controls excess sebum for clear, fresh, and shine-free skin all day long.
Strengthens the skin barrier while refining skin texture for a radiant and even complexion.
Its lightweight, fast-absorbing texture leaves skin comfortable, smooth, and ready for makeup 🫧.
SOORYEHAN
65.90 €
SOORYEHAN Bon Ultra-Moisturizing Essence 45ml
This essence from the Bon line concentrates ginseng, soy and yeast ferments and ceramide. It hydrates deeply and leaves your skin smooth, plumped and luminous. Apply it between your toner and your emulsion to strengthen your entire hydrating routine.
FULLY
30.90 €
FULLY Rice Serum Essence Toner 250ml
Intensely hydrates and strengthens your skin barrier with a lightweight texture that deeply penetrates for supple, plump skin.
The rice extract instantly brightens the complexion and reveals a natural radiance while soothing redness. 🌾
Ideal for a Korean skincare routine, this toner-essence perfectly prepares the skin to receive subsequent treatments and maintain hydration all day long.
GONG SKIN
4.90 €
GONGSKIN UV Tone-up Sunscreen 50ml
Protect your skin while revealing a natural glow with high-performance daily UV protection.
Strengthen the skin barrier with a lightweight texture that absorbs quickly without a greasy feel or white residue. 🧴
Ideal for a Korean skincare routine, it evens out the complexion and perfectly prepares the skin before makeup. 🌤️
Korean essences: the secret to bouncy skin
The essence is the most "Korean" step of the routine: more concentrated than a toner, lighter than a serum, it hydrates and preps your skin. Many rely on ferments and probiotics. At Ma Petite Corée, you'll find essences from Laneige, Mixsoon, Haruharu Wonder, Torriden or Bio Heal Boh.
The Korean routine in 8 steps
The essence is step 5, after the toner and before the serum. In the morning, the routine ends with sunscreen.
Why Korean essences make a difference
Korean brands have made the essence a step of its own: watery textures that sink in fast, rich in ferments, probiotics or plant extracts. It helps the next products spread more easily.
Which essence for your skin type?
Dry skin loves essences with ceramides; oily skin prefers very fluid textures; sensitive skin likes probiotics and short ingredient lists; mature skin goes for peptides.
Budget pick or luxury treat
Essences from Unove or Anua are perfect to get started. For a more luxurious treat, discover our Premium K-Beauty selection.
The star ingredients
FermentsThe signature of Korean essences.
ProbioticsFor more comfortable skin.
Hyaluronic acidLight hydration.CeramidesStrengthen the skin barrier.
Vitamin CFor glow.PeptidesFor firmness.
Fermented rice, makgeolli or beans: Korean essences often draw on fermentation, a big part of Korean tradition.
Frequently asked questions
What does an essence do?
It hydrates and preps your skin, between your toner and your serum, with a very light texture.
Essence, serum, ampoule: what's the difference?
The essence is the most fluid, the serum is more concentrated, and the ampoule even more so, often used as an intensive course.
Is an essence a must?
No, but it makes a real difference on dehydrated or dull skin.
How do I apply it?
A few drops in your hands, then pat gently onto your face.
An essence for men?
All-in-one essences replace toner, serum and cream in a single step.
Are the products authentic?
Yes. Our products are bought in Korea and shipped by our team in Seoul.
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