Which one should be used first, essence or stock solution? What is the difference between stock solution and essence?

Various products are used in the process of skin care, of course, essence and stock solution are indispensable. In theory, stock solution should be used before essence. So which one should I use first, the essence or the stock solution? Let’s take a look together below.

Which should I use first, the essence or the stock solution?

Use the stock solution first and then the essence. The essence is actually equivalent to the stock solution after processing. Its concentration is not as high as the stock solution, and other ingredients are added. It should be used in combination with other skin care products. After cleansing your face, apply toner first, then essence, then lotion and cream.

What is stock solution

Essence refers to a beauty product that adds a relatively single high-concentration skin care ingredient and can target various skin needs, provide more direct, safer and more effective care for the skin, and restore the skin to its best condition in a short period of time. The stock solution is a beauty product with a single ingredient, higher concentration and more concise formula. It can provide more direct, quick, safer and more effective care for the skin according to various skin needs, allowing the skin to return to its best condition in a short time.

The difference between stock solution and essence

Essences are often complex ingredients, blending dozens or even hundreds of ingredients. The original solution is just the opposite. It has a single ingredient, is natural and additive-free, and is extracted from the purest drop of nature.

Although the ingredients are not as complex as those of essences, there are many types of essences, including hyaluronic acid essence and various extract-named essences (such as azalea essence). Different essences are effective for single skin problems, and the most special thing about essences is that they can be matched with each other. Consumers can choose different essences according to their own skin problems and DIY a bottle of essence product that suits them best.

Most of the concentrates on the market have a capacity of 10ml-30ml. Although the capacity is not large, the concentrate is a very durable product. Only 3-5 drops are needed each time. On average, the cost-effectiveness of concentrate products is very high.

How to use serum correctly

First, wash your face and apply toner, then drop two or three drops of essence on clean palms, rub evenly, and gently apply on the forehead, cheeks, nose and chin. Secondly, put your palms together and use the second joints of all your fingers to apply the essence. When applying, gently smear it all over the face from the inside out. Again, use the front part of your fingertips to massage your cheeks, massaging from the inside to the outside in a spiral shape. Then, use the tips of your index and middle fingers to massage the creases at the corners of your eyes. Slightly stretch the corners of your eyes and gently massage with your middle finger. Finally, place your palms on your cheeks and use the temperature of your palms to promote the absorption of the essence and nutrients.