Why You Need an Essence (aka WITH MILK) in Your Skincare Routine

Mar 15, 2025

Those who are obsessed as I am in skincare, have probably heard of an essence. 

Essentially a skin essence is a lightweight, hydrating liquid packed with active ingredients that boost moisture, enhance absorption of other skincare products, and improve overall skin health. It’s like a hybrid between a toner and a serum, designed to prep and nourish the skin for better product penetration. 

WITH MILK is just that, plus more. This lightweight, fast-absorbing product is a powerhouse step that hydrates, brightens, and strengthens your skin, creating the perfect base for the rest of your routine. If you’ve been skipping this step, here’s why you need to add an essence to your daily routine. 

Your skin acts like a sponge. When it’s dry, it’s less receptive to absorbing products, but when it’s damp, it becomes more permeable and absorbs ingredients more effectively. Just like a sponge that takes in water more easily when already moist, your skin can better soak up serums, moisturisers, and treatments when prepped with hydration. This is why applying a skin essence or mist before your other skincare steps can enhance the absorption and effectiveness of the products that follow.

Key Ingredients That Makes WITH MILK Essence a Game-Changer

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)

Niacinamide is a multitasking hero known for its ability to brighten, strengthen, and balance the skin. Here’s why it should be in your essence:

  • Brightens: Helps fade dark spots and hyperpigmentation, promoting an even skin tone.
  • Strengthens: Supports the skin barrier, improving resilience and reducing redness.
  • Smoothes: Minimises the appearance of pores and refines skin texture.
  • Balances: Regulates sebum production to prevent dryness or excessive oiliness.

Peptides

Peptides are essential for maintaining firm, youthful skin. They work at a cellular level to boost elasticity and repair the skin’s structure:

  • Boosts Elasticity: Stimulates collagen and elastin production to improve firmness.
  • Softens Fine Lines: Reduces the appearance of wrinkles for smoother, youthful-looking skin.
  • Repairs: Aids in skin recovery, reinforcing its structure and barrier function.

Hydrolysed Rice Extract

A deeply nourishing ingredient, hydrolysed rice extract is packed with antioxidants and hydration benefits:

  • Deeply Hydrating: Locks in moisture for long-lasting hydration.
  • Brightening Effect: Enhances radiance and reduces dullness.
  • Soothing: Calms irritation and supports overall skin health.
  • Refines Texture: Improves skin smoothness for a polished, luminous finish.

WITH MILK sets the tone to your skin care steps ahead. It elevates your entire skincare routine and works as the first product before your serums and moisturisers. This pink bottle position has been my skin bestie for the past 9 months. I know your will enjoy and feel the benefits in your skincare routine as much as I have. 

Xo 

Ed

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