Korean Dictionary
How to say "Essence" in Korean
“Essence” in Korean is 에센스 (pronounced "esenseu").
에센스
esenseu
Usage & Context
에센스 is a lightweight concentrated serum used in the Korean skincare routine after toner to deliver active ingredients deep into the skin. It is considered the heart of the Korean skincare routine targeting specific skin concerns. Famous Korean 에센스 products like SK-II Facial Treatment Essence have achieved cult status globally.
Example Sentence
에센스는 피부에 수분과 영양을 공급해줘요.
Essence supplies moisture and nutrients to the skin.
How to use 에센스 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Essence” is 에센스, romanized as esenseu.
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
Pronounced 'e-sen-seu' — loanword. 'e' like 'eh', 'sen' like 'sen', 'seu' like 'suh'.
More Example Sentences
skincare step
에센스는 토너 다음에 발라요.
Essence goes on after toner.
product recommendation
임산부도 쓸 수 있는 순한 에센스예요.
It's a gentle essence even pregnant women can use.
review
에센스 하나로 피부결이 달라졌어요.
My skin texture changed with just one essence.
Cultural Context
에센스 is the heart of Korean skincare — a concentrated, watery serum applied after toner. The most famous Korean 에센스 is 설화수의 '윤조 에센스' and SK-II 페이셜 트리트먼트 에센스. It's marketed as the 'investment step' in any routine. In the Korean 10-step routine, 에센스 comes before more targeted serums and ampoules.
Editorial note
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Common Phrases
에센스 바르고 있어요.
I'm applying essence.
에센스 추천해주세요.
Please recommend an essence.
에센스가 중요해요.
Essence is important.
Related Expressions
앰플
aempeul
ampoule
세럼
seoreom
serum
피부결
pibugyeol
skin texture
윤광
yungwang
radiant glow
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