Espoir Pro
Espoir's Pro Taylor line is the brand's flagship professional foundation collection, built for medium-to-full coverage with skin-like finish options ranging from velvet matte to rain-gloss. Cushions and liquid foundations share the same skin-perfecting base formula, so you can switch between compact and bottle formats without disrupting your match.
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Espoir Pro Taylor: Your Complete Guide
Espoir's Pro Taylor collection centres on one mission: give you a professional studio finish at home. The line spans cushion compacts, refills, and liquid foundations all built on the same shade system, so finding your perfect match is straightforward.
What is the Pro Taylor line?
Pro Taylor is Espoir's core foundation range. Every product shares a consistent shade numbering system across formats, making it easy to match a cushion refill to a bottle foundation. The line covers skin-prep, coverage, and finish in one cohesive family.
Choosing your finish
Pro Taylor comes in three distinct finish profiles:
- Non Velvet / Non Glow: matte, shine-control formula for oily or combination skin
- Non Silk: soft-focus satin that blurs pores without going fully matte
- Rain Natural / Rain Velvet: dewy, luminous coverage that reads as second-skin on dry or normal skin types
Cushion compact vs. liquid foundation
Both formats use the same base formula. Cushions deliver targeted touch-ups and on-the-go application; liquid foundations give more control over buildability. If you use both, pick the same shade number across formats for a seamless finish.
Using refills
Pro Taylor cushion refills are sold separately and fit directly into the compact cases. Buying refills costs less and produces less packaging waste than replacing the full unit. Check the product name to match Velvet, Non Glow, or Rain finish to your existing case.
Shade matching tips
Espoir shade numbers follow a two-digit system: lower numbers (21, 23) run lighter and pinker; higher numbers (25, 27) go deeper and more golden. When in doubt, test the shade along your jawline in natural light. Shade 23 Beige Original is a popular mid-tone starting point.
Application technique
For cushions, press the puff rather than dragging to keep coverage even. For liquid foundations, apply with a damp sponge or flat brush and build from the centre outward. The Pro Taylor formula sets in roughly 60 seconds, so blend quickly on each section before moving on.
Layering in your routine
Apply Pro Taylor after skincare has fully absorbed (around two minutes after moisturiser). Setting with a loose powder over the T-zone extends wear, especially for the Rain finish which stays dewy by design. A setting spray can lock in velvet finishes without adding unwanted shine.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is Espoir Pro Taylor?
Pro Taylor is Espoir's core professional foundation line, offered in cushion compact and liquid bottle formats. The range spans matte, satin, and dewy finishes, all built on the same shade system so you can mix formats without losing your shade match.
What is the difference between Non Velvet and Non Glow?
Non Velvet is the original matte formula with strong oil control. Non Glow is a reformulated matte that still controls shine but delivers a slightly smoother, blur-filter texture. If you have very oily skin, Non Velvet holds longer; for normal-to-combination skin, Non Glow is typically more comfortable through the day.
What does the Rain finish mean in Pro Taylor?
Rain refers to Espoir's dewy, skin-like finish. Rain formulas contain extra hydration and leave a luminous glow rather than a matte or satin surface. They work best on dry to normal skin and are designed to look like healthy, moisturised skin throughout the day.
Are Pro Taylor cushion refills compatible with all cases?
Refills are designed to fit Pro Taylor compact cases of the matching finish line. Match the finish name (e.g., Non Glow refill into a Non Glow compact) to ensure the puff and case geometry align. Espoir cases are not cross-compatible with other Korean cushion brands.
How do Espoir shade numbers work?
Pro Taylor uses two-digit shade codes. 21 is the lightest with a cool-pink undertone; 23 is a mid-tone beige; 25 moves toward neutral-warm; 27 is deeper with a golden base. Always test along your jawline in natural daylight for the most accurate read.
Which Pro Taylor finish suits my skin type?
Oily skin: Non Velvet or Non Glow for long-lasting matte coverage. Dry skin: Rain Natural or Rain Velvet Cover for added hydration and glow. Combination skin: Non Silk or Non Glow gives a satin finish that controls the T-zone without drying out cheeks.
What coverage level does Pro Taylor provide?
Pro Taylor products deliver medium-to-full buildable coverage. A single layer evens skin tone; a second press or layer adds coverage over blemishes or discolouration without looking cakey, because the formula is designed to blend into the skin rather than sit on top.
How long does Pro Taylor foundation wear?
Under normal conditions, Pro Taylor wears for 8 to 12 hours. Matte (Non Velvet/Non Glow) formulas tend to last longer on oily skin; dewy (Rain) formulas may need a midday touch-up if your skin produces excess oil. Setting spray or powder extends wear for all finishes.
Is Espoir a Korean brand?
Yes. Espoir is a South Korean professional makeup brand. The Pro Taylor line takes its name from a professional makeup artist ethos and has been one of the most popular cushion foundation ranges in Korea since its launch.
How do I apply a Pro Taylor cushion correctly?
Press the puff firmly onto the cushion pad, then press (not drag) onto your skin, starting from the centre of your face and working outward. Build coverage with additional presses rather than dragging, which can streak the product. Blend edges with the puff or a sponge.
Should I choose the cushion or the liquid foundation?
The cushion is better for travel, quick touch-ups, and when you want to apply without brushes. The liquid foundation gives more control over how much product you lay down and is easier to thin or build with a brush. Both use the same shade system so you can use both interchangeably.
Are Pro Taylor products on Skinsli authentic?
Yes. Skinsli sources Espoir products directly from authorised Korean wholesale suppliers. All products ship with original Korean packaging and batch codes, which you can verify on the Espoir website.