Find Your Perfect Pair
The essence vs. toner debate has been circulating in skincare circles for years. While serums and moisturisers often steal the spotlight, these two unsung heroes quietly play a vital role in achieving a balanced, glowing complexion. But which one is truly essential? Or is it less of a debate and more about two champions working together in perfect harmony? Let’s dive deeper into the benefits of each and how they fit into your skincare ritual.
What’s the Difference Between an Essence and a Toner?
At first glance, toners and essences might seem similar, but their roles in your skincare ritual are quite distinct.
Toner:
A toner removes lingering impurities after cleansing, balances your skin’s pH, and preps your skin for the steps that follow. Lightweight and refreshing, toners often address specific concerns like redness or irritation while giving your skin that first sip of hydration.
Essence:
An essence takes hydration to the next level. Its primary job is to hydrate the skin and enhance the absorption of serums and moisturisers. With a silky texture, essences leave skin feeling hydrated, revitalised, and ready for the rest of your ritual.
Think of it this way: a toner sets the stage, while an essence amplifies the performance.
Meet the Jurlique Champions: Calendula Toner and Activating Water Essence+
Our Calendula Toner and Activating Water Essence+ are the ultimate partners in your sensitive skin ritual, each offering unique benefits:
Calendula Toner: Specially crafted for sensitive skin, this toner soothes and rebalances post-cleansing. Enriched with farm-grown Calendula, Manuka Leaf and Tasmanian Pepper Leaf extract, this lightweight toner calms skin* and reduces redness*.
Activating Water Essence+: A hydration powerhouse, this essence is crafted to lock in moisture and enhance the absorption of serums and creams. Infused with farm-grown Marshmallow Root extract, it leaves skin hydrated, radiant, and ready to take on the day.
While they differ in texture and purpose, both products are united by their ability to transform your skin’s hydration and radiance.
When to Use One, the Other, or Both
Your choice between toner, essence, or both depends on your skin’s needs and your desired results.
Use Calendula Toner if:
You have sensitive, reactive skin and need a calming, soothing step after cleansing. Its gentle formula preps your skin and leaves it rebalanced and nourished.
Use Activating Water Essence+ if:
You’re looking to amplify hydration, improve serum absorption, or boost your skin’s natural glow with a formula suitable for all skin types.
Use Both if:
You want the best of both worlds. Start with the Calendula Toner to balance and soothe, then follow with Activating Water Essence+ to deeply hydrate and enhance the efficacy of your serums and moisturisers. Together, they create a seamless ritual that nurtures and transforms your skin.
A Perfect Partnership
The toner vs. essence debate isn’t about choosing sides—it’s about understanding how they complement each other. Together, they form a dynamic duo that works to soothe, hydrate, and prepare your skin.
Ready to experience the best of both worlds? Discover the soothing power of our Calendula Toner, and amplify your ritual with our Activating Water Essence+.
*Clinical study of 20 subjects with sensitive skin, 5 minutes after a single application.