What Are Ampoules: Why Do You Want Them in Your Skincare Routine?

An ampoule (sometimes spelled ampule or ampul) is a hyper-focused skincare product packed with a very high concentration of its primary ingredient. It’s common for the first ingredient of an ampoule to make up 80-90% of the formula. Ampoules are all business, no filler. If you see water as the first ingredient, you’re just looking at a serum with good marketing. Look for a lot of active ingredients and not much else.

What’s more, most ampoules absorb into the skin with ease. Considering these traits, ampoules are excellent at addressing specific skin concerns. They’re basically a super-powered, super-absorbable type of serum.

Ampoules have gained popularity in the Korean beauty (K-Beauty) world over the past few years. Korean skincare is known for being advanced and at the cutting edge of modern science. Recently, these skincare trends from Korea have become even more popular around the globe.

The name "ampoule" literally refers to the sealed glass vials they often come in. Since they are so concentrated, it makes sense to pack a tiny amount into an airtight glass. Then you use them only when needed without losing freshness. However, dropper bottles have become a much more common way to store them recently.

Ampoules are the perfect way to add a powerful effect to your skincare regimen. There are two ways you can approach using ampoules - first, you can add them as short-term super solutions. A great example of this would be using Le Mieux's Stem Cell EGF Ampoules to minimize wrinkles and fine lines. You would only use these tiny vials for a short time, but they deliver huge results. Second, it's also a good way to address a constant need. Consider someone with a dry skin type who desperately needs moisturizing skincare. In this case, Dr. esthé Hyal- Moisture Solution Ampoule would be a fabulous way to boost their skincare routine.

Here are some tips & tricks to get the most out of your ampoules!

1. Cleanse
   By using cleanser and toner first, you prep your skin to absorb all the potent goodies in your ampoule. Any dirt or grime on your face is just getting in the way. Toning is optional, but cleansing is a must.
2. Use Ampoules Before Serums, Moisturizers, Creams, or Lotions
   Serums, moisturizers, creams, and lotions are all too heavy to apply before ampoules. As a result, your powerful ampoule might just sit on top of other products and not be fully absorbed into the skin.
3. Gently Massage & Pat It Into Your Skin
   If you quickly rub your ampoule onto your skin, you'll still enjoy some benefits...but you want to get the most out of your product. Gently but vigorously massage the liquid into your skin. Then, lightly pat the skin to increase blood flow, warming up your skin and making it more receptive to all the goodies you just infused. 

Say hello to our line-up of Dr. esthé Ampoules. Dr. esthé is the #1 cosmeceutical professional skincare brand in Korea, known for their innovative formulas, which have been developed without artificial fragrances, colors, or parabens and dermatologist-tested to be safe for even the most sensitive skin.

The Hyal- Moisture Solution Ampoule is our favorite product for quickly plumping and hydrating skin. Basically, this ampoule is a super-powered blend of rose water, six forms of hyaluronic acid, and goat milk. The texture is remarkable. Although it seems like gel at first, it's more slick and thin. It glides on with ease, allowing your skin to drink the serum up quickly, offering immediate hydration.

Next up is a game-changer for those with sensitive or acne-prone skin. It's like relaxing tea time for your skin. The Azulene Relief Solution Ampoule is a potent blend of green tea water, azulene, gesolza, and goat milk extract. This blend calms inflamed skin and helps control sebum levels. Azulene comes from chamomile, lending the ultra-calming benefits. It also comes loaded with vitamins C, A, and B. As a result, this ampoule both soothes and prevents breakouts beautifully.

Snail mucin has many amazing benefits for your skin. It works overtime for healing and rejuvenating skin. The M.G.F. Renewal Solution is 88% snail mucin, with an added blend of goat milk extract and nine peptides for even more healing and healthy-aging effects.

This vitamin C-packed ampoule is essentially like a multivitamin for your skin. The base for the Vita-C Radiance Solution Ampoule is ultra-potent lemon water at a 72% concentration. With plenty of Vitamin C, Panthenol (Vitamin B5), and Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), it's not only great at brightening skin, but it's also super nourishing.

In summary, ampoules are high-concentration solutions that help target specific concerns. These super formulas are quickly absorbed by the skin to deliver potent ingredients and provide visible results faster than a serum alone. Whether you're looking to brighten, hydrate, or rejuvenate your complexion, ampoules can be an effective addition to your skincare routine. They offer an intensified treatment that can boost your skin's health and appearance, making them a valuable asset for anyone seeking quick and noticeable improvements. So, if you're ready to take your skincare to the next level, consider incorporating ampoules and experience the transformative benefits they can bring to your skin.