Improved skin at 78
"Great for the Florida heat. . At 78 I still break out. Colleen’s product moistures without oiliness. My skin feels firmer. A great enhancement to my complexion."
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Prep & Hydrate Milky Essence
Where preparation meets performance
$27.00
$36.00
The Difference Between a Good Routine and a Great One.
Prep & Hydrate Milky Essence is more than a treatment step, it’s the moment that prepares your skin for everything that follows. This lightweight, milky formula is designed for use immediately after cleansing, when skin is most receptive and in need of balance. It conditions and softens the surface, helping restore suppleness and refine the look of texture.
Powered by Ceramides, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, and Oat Beta-Glucan, it works to support the barrier, maintain hydration, and visibly calm the skin while enhancing absorption. The result? Skin that feels smooth, balanced, and comfortably hydrated, perfectly prepped for the next steps in your routine.
120 ml (4 fl oz)
Overall rating: 4.8717947 / 5 from 39 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Prep & Hydrate Milky Essence is a lightweight formula designed to prepare skin for further treatment. It leaves skin feeling soft, hydrated, and balanced, thanks to its blend of Ceramides, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, and Oat Beta-Glucan.
Summary topics
- Skin Hydration: 30%
- Skin Feel: 40%
Review topics: ["feels","texture","skin","smells","looks","hydration","use","essence","makeup","step","moisturizer","makes","layer","start"].
Review highlights
- "it takes away that tight, dry feeling right after cleansing and makes my skin feel instantly more hydrated and balanced." —
- "It instantly brings my skin back to that comfortable, hydrated feeling without ever feeling heavy or sticky." —
- "This essence feels sooo luxurious on my skin!" —
Reviews
Beautiful*
"I love this "essence"! It does prepare your skin for all other steps. It's extremely lightweight & dries quickly."
Really Soothing
"I was super sad they got rid of the pink version of this, the scent and the feel of it. However, this one is pretty good. It’s very soothing and smoothing. My skin feels nice and hydrated. My only complaint is the scent, I’m not sure if mine was a dud but mine smells like chemicals."
What my skin has been needing!
"I am so happy with this milky essence! It has barely any scent. It is super thin and absorbs quickly but, like magic, your skin becomes extremely soft and weightlessly moisturized right away and stays that way! It is very soothing. Perfect!!!"
Wish I knew about this sooner!
"I didn’t think I needed an essence until I started using this, but now I notice it immediately if I skip it. . . . it takes away that tight, dry feeling right after cleansing and makes my skin feel instantly more hydrated and balanced. The texture is super lightweight but still really conditioning, like your skin just drinks it up, and I’ve noticed everything I use after goes on better and works better too. It doesn’t feel like an extra step at all, it just quietly makes my whole routine better and is one of those products I wish I started using sooner."
Dry Skin Holy Grail
"I've dealt with dry skin my entire life. I use a ceramide treatment cream as my daily moisturizer. It's great for winter months but too heavy in spring & summer. Milky Essence has been a game changer for me. My skin absolutely drinks it up, a little goes a long way and it makes my skin SO soft. I've now switched to a lighter daily moisturizer now too."
Perfect
"I like lots of moisture and this essence gives a light drench of preparation for following steps of skincare. Would buy again."
Light/beautiful
"Love. Thin, lovely smooth texture. Light. The perfect layering serum."
Must have!
"The milky essence has become a must in my routine! It makes my skin look and feel so hydrated and is the perfect primer for makeup. I can't do my makeup without it now. The best!!!"
Hydrating and calming
"I love this product. It has elevated my everyday skincare routine. I apply it in the morning before my serums and at night prior to my retin-a. I no longer get dry patches and my skin feel comfortable all day long!"
Q&A
- I use silky veil in the am do I also need milky essence
- Hi Carole! Those products pair wonderfully together!
- How is this new product different than the moisture veil emulsion? I love all CR products but is there anyway I can get help on what I truly need for my skin? I would like to incorporate these new products into my routine but how do I and should I eliminate something
- Hi Nicole! Please reach out to our customer service team at info@colleenrothschild.com. They would be happy to assist you with your routine and how to incorporate our new product!
- Do I use milky essence with silk veiled moisturizer
- Hi Carole! Yes, they pair great together. First, you would cleanse, then use the Prep & Hydrate Milky Essence, then use any serum, then your Moisture Veil Silk Emulsion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Overall rating: 4.8717947 / 5 from 39 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Prep & Hydrate Milky Essence is a lightweight formula designed to prepare skin for further treatment. It leaves skin feeling soft, hydrated, and balanced, thanks to its blend of Ceramides, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, and Oat Beta-Glucan.
Summary topics
- Skin Hydration: 30%
- Skin Feel: 40%
Review topics: ["feels","texture","skin","smells","looks","hydration","use","essence","makeup","step","moisturizer","makes","layer","start"].
Review highlights
- "it takes away that tight, dry feeling right after cleansing and makes my skin feel instantly more hydrated and balanced." —
- "It instantly brings my skin back to that comfortable, hydrated feeling without ever feeling heavy or sticky." —
- "This essence feels sooo luxurious on my skin!" —
Reviews
Improved skin at 78
"Great for the Florida heat. . At 78 I still break out. Colleen’s product moistures without oiliness. My skin feels firmer. A great enhancement to my complexion."
Beautiful*
"I love this "essence"! It does prepare your skin for all other steps. It's extremely lightweight & dries quickly."
Really Soothing
"I was super sad they got rid of the pink version of this, the scent and the feel of it. However, this one is pretty good. It’s very soothing and smoothing. My skin feels nice and hydrated. My only complaint is the scent, I’m not sure if mine was a dud but mine smells like chemicals."
What my skin has been needing!
"I am so happy with this milky essence! It has barely any scent. It is super thin and absorbs quickly but, like magic, your skin becomes extremely soft and weightlessly moisturized right away and stays that way! It is very soothing. Perfect!!!"
Wish I knew about this sooner!
"I didn’t think I needed an essence until I started using this, but now I notice it immediately if I skip it. . . . it takes away that tight, dry feeling right after cleansing and makes my skin feel instantly more hydrated and balanced. The texture is super lightweight but still really conditioning, like your skin just drinks it up, and I’ve noticed everything I use after goes on better and works better too. It doesn’t feel like an extra step at all, it just quietly makes my whole routine better and is one of those products I wish I started using sooner."
Dry Skin Holy Grail
"I've dealt with dry skin my entire life. I use a ceramide treatment cream as my daily moisturizer. It's great for winter months but too heavy in spring & summer. Milky Essence has been a game changer for me. My skin absolutely drinks it up, a little goes a long way and it makes my skin SO soft. I've now switched to a lighter daily moisturizer now too."
Perfect
"I like lots of moisture and this essence gives a light drench of preparation for following steps of skincare. Would buy again."
Light/beautiful
"Love. Thin, lovely smooth texture. Light. The perfect layering serum."
Must have!
"The milky essence has become a must in my routine! It makes my skin look and feel so hydrated and is the perfect primer for makeup. I can't do my makeup without it now. The best!!!"
Hydrating and calming
"I love this product. It has elevated my everyday skincare routine. I apply it in the morning before my serums and at night prior to my retin-a. I no longer get dry patches and my skin feel comfortable all day long!"
Q&A
- I use silky veil in the am do I also need milky essence
- Hi Carole! Those products pair wonderfully together!
- How is this new product different than the moisture veil emulsion? I love all CR products but is there anyway I can get help on what I truly need for my skin? I would like to incorporate these new products into my routine but how do I and should I eliminate something
- Hi Nicole! Please reach out to our customer service team at info@colleenrothschild.com. They would be happy to assist you with your routine and how to incorporate our new product!
- Do I use milky essence with silk veiled moisturizer
- Hi Carole! Yes, they pair great together. First, you would cleanse, then use the Prep & Hydrate Milky Essence, then use any serum, then your Moisture Veil Silk Emulsion.
