<p><span>Similarly to toners, essences are a water-based solution to be packed on before your serums and moisturiser. Instead of cleansing, essences restore hydration to your skin cells and protect your skin to give you a plump complexion. In this category, we let you choose between a hydrating, plumping, multitasking and a trusty facial mist for your hydration upkeep.&nbsp;</span></p>

<p style="text-align: center;">Plumping: <span>SK-II Facial Treatment Essence </span></p>

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      <p><span>An iconic and beloved essence, the SKI-II treatment essence contains the potent ingredient Pitera, a proprietary yeast extract that reduces wrinkles and brightens your skin like no other. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Hydrating: <span>Liquid Masque by/philocali </span></p>

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      <p><span>If you&rsquo;re a person whose time is of the essence, then this collagen super peptide facial mist is the one for you. It comes with a host of anti-ageing and hydration benefits and doubles as a multitasking skincare item:You can use it as a makeup setter, moisturiser, toner, and mask. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Facial Mist: <span>Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Ultra-Fine Mist</span></p>

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      <p><span>Enriched with 84 per cent watermelon extract and watermelon seed oil, this vegan and cruelty-free facial mist not only feels good on the skin, but smells amazing, too. Its ultra-fine mist nozzle dispenses a soothing hydrating fog that&rsquo;s perfect for hot and humid days. </span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Multitasking: <span>Sulwhasoo First Care Activating Serum</span></p>

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      <p><span>&ldquo;It has a faint floral scent, aqua-gel like texture, and absorbs and lathers onto skin easily with a mattifying finish. It hydrates and brightens skin, leaving skin radiant and with less visible wrinkles,&rdquo; says Nurul Suhaila. </span></p>
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Photography by Gan Kah Ying. Styling by Gregory Woo.

L'Officiel's Beauty Awards 2021: Best Essences

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