Espoir Pro Cushion
Espoir's Pro Cushion lineup sits at the premium end of the brand's range, built around the Pro Taylor applicator system. The collection spans natural, velvet, and rain-finish variants across both full-size cases and refills, giving you the option to lock in your formula and shade while only replacing the cushion pad.
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Espoir Pro Taylor Cushion: Finishes, Sizes, and Refill Strategy
The espoir Pro Taylor cushion system organises its products around a single applicator design and two core formula families: natural finish and velvet/velvet-cover finish. Within those families, you can choose the full case or buy only the refill once you know your shade. This guide walks through the differences so you can find the right combination for your skin type and routine.
What the Pro Taylor System Is
Pro Taylor refers to espoir's professional-grade cushion delivery format, not a single product. The name covers the applicator puff shape, the case design, and the underlying formula generation. Multiple formulas are available within the Pro Taylor line, each targeting a different finish or wear environment. Buying into the system means your refills are compatible across runs as long as you stay within the 13 g Pro Taylor format.
Natural vs. Velvet vs. Rain: Finish Differences
Natural finish (Pro Taylor Rain Natural): a soft-glow, skin-like finish that reads dewy in direct light without going full radiant. Suited to dry or normal skin and for anyone who wants visible moisture without shimmer.
Velvet finish (Pro Taylor Rain Velvet Cover): a matte-adjacent finish that diffuses pores and controls surface shine without a powdery look. Suited to combination or oily skin and long-wear days.
Non Glow / Non Silk: the non-glow variants take the matte concept further, removing shine from the finish almost entirely. Non Silk refers to the formula texture being less silicone-forward.
The word Rain in the product name signals the formula generation rather than a climate variant. Rain-formula cushions tend to have a higher water content and a slightly lighter feel on skin compared to earlier Pro Taylor iterations.
Coverage: Cover vs. Standard
Products labelled Cover (Velvet Cover Cushion) deliver higher coverage than their non-cover counterparts. They are built for concealing redness, post-blemish marks, and uneven tone. Standard Pro Taylor cushions provide medium coverage, enough for everyday use but not for significant discolouration. If full coverage is your priority, go to the Velvet Cover formula; if you prefer a natural skin finish with buildable coverage, the Natural or standard Velvet is more appropriate.
13g Refills vs. 26g Full Case
Most Pro Taylor cushions are sold in 13 g format, which holds roughly 2-3 months of daily use. The Pro Taylor Non Glow Cushion New Class 26g is a larger full-case product, doubling the product quantity in a single compact. Refill-only SKUs (Non Silk Refill, Non Glow Refill, Rain Velvet Cover Refill) are 13 g pads without a case: buy these once you own a Pro Taylor case and want to continue the same formula at a lower cost per gram.
The Rain Natural Cushion No. 23 Beige Original + Refill bundle gives you both a full case and one spare refill together, useful as a first purchase when you know your shade.
How to Pick Your Shade
Espoir Pro Taylor cushions follow a standard Korean shade numbering system. N21 is the lightest (ivory, cool-neutral), N23 is beige (neutral), and shades increase in depth and warmth above that. If you are new to espoir, N23 Beige is the most common starting point for light-to-medium complexions. When buying a refill, always match the shade number exactly to your existing case shade.
Application Technique
Cushion foundation applies best with the included Pro Taylor puff using a light pressing motion rather than sweeping. Press the puff onto the cushion pad to pick up product, then press onto skin in sections (cheeks, forehead, nose, chin). Build coverage by adding a second press in areas that need it rather than loading more product in one pass. For the velvet and non-glow formulas, set with a light pressed powder around the T-zone to extend wear if needed.
Puff Care and Hygiene
Wash the Pro Taylor applicator puff every 1-2 weeks with a gentle brush cleaner or baby shampoo. Squeeze out excess water and allow to air-dry completely before use. A damp puff applied to a water-based cushion formula will over-dilute the product and reduce coverage. Replace the puff when it starts to pill or lose its spring.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Pro Taylor mean in espoir cushion names?
Pro Taylor is espoir's professional cushion line name, covering a specific applicator puff design, case format, and formula family. It is not a single product but a system. Multiple finishes (natural, velvet, non-glow) and formula generations (Rain) exist within the Pro Taylor name.
What is the difference between the Natural and Velvet cushion finishes?
The Rain Natural formula gives a soft, skin-like glow finish suited to dry and normal skin. The Rain Velvet and Velvet Cover formulas deliver a matte-adjacent, pore-diffusing finish better suited to oily or combination skin. Neither is a shimmer or glitter finish.
What does Cover mean in the Velvet Cover Cushion?
Cover indicates a higher-coverage formula. The Velvet Cover Cushion is designed to conceal redness, blemish marks, and uneven skin tone more effectively than the standard Velvet. If your concern is visible skin imperfections, choose the Cover formula; for everyday light coverage, the standard Natural or Velvet is lighter.
What does Rain mean in espoir Pro Taylor Rain cushions?
Rain refers to a formula generation, not a climate or weather feature. Rain-formula Pro Taylor cushions have a higher water-content base and typically feel lighter on skin than earlier iterations. The finish category (Natural or Velvet) is the more important purchase signal.
How is Non Glow different from the Velvet formula?
Both are matte-leaning finishes, but Non Glow removes surface shine more aggressively. Velvet has a slightly satin finish that still reads as skin-like under most lighting; Non Glow is closer to a true flat matte. If you have very oily skin or shoot in situations with harsh lighting, Non Glow is more relevant. For most daily-wear situations, Velvet is less flat and more wearable.
Are the Pro Taylor refills compatible with my existing case?
Yes, as long as you are working with 13 g Pro Taylor cases and 13 g Pro Taylor refills. The Non Silk, Non Glow, and Rain Velvet Cover refills all fit standard Pro Taylor 13 g cases. Match the shade number when ordering a refill to ensure colour continuity.
What is the difference between the 13g and 26g Pro Taylor cushion?
The 13 g format is the standard single cushion pad, lasting roughly 2-3 months with daily use. The Pro Taylor Non Glow Cushion New Class 26g is a larger product in a bigger compact, doubling the product volume. It is not a refill; it comes in its own full case. It is a good option if you use cushion foundation daily and want fewer repurchases.
Which espoir Pro Taylor cushion is best for oily skin?
The Non Glow Pro Taylor Cushion or Pro Taylor Rain Velvet Cover Cushion are the strongest options for oily skin. Both deliver matte or near-matte finishes that resist shine. The Non Glow is the more aggressive shine control; Velvet Cover adds higher coverage if you also have blemish marks to conceal.
Which Pro Taylor cushion works for dry skin?
The Pro Taylor Rain Natural Cushion is the best fit for dry skin. Its higher water-content formula and natural glow finish don't settle into dry patches the way matte formulas can. Apply over a moisturiser for best results.
What shade number should I pick?
Espoir uses a standard Korean shade numbering system. N21 is the lightest ivory-cool shade, N23 Beige is the most versatile neutral for light-to-medium skin, and shades increase in depth above that. If you are unsure, N23 is the most commonly ordered starting shade. When buying refills, always match the number on your current case.
What is the Rain Natural Cushion Original + Refill bundle?
The Pro Taylor Rain Natural Cushion No. 23 Beige Original + Refill includes a full 13 g case and a spare 13 g refill pad in one purchase. It is a cost-effective first buy in shade N23 and gives you a backup refill so you don't run out mid-use.
How do I apply espoir Pro Taylor cushion?
Press the Pro Taylor puff lightly onto the cushion pad to pick up product, then press (do not sweep) the puff onto your skin in sections. Start with the cheeks, then forehead, nose, and chin. Build coverage by adding a second press where needed rather than overloading in one pass. For Velvet and Non Glow formulas, a light set with pressed powder can extend wear.
How do I clean the Pro Taylor applicator puff?
Wash the puff every 1-2 weeks with a gentle brush cleanser or a small amount of baby shampoo. Squeeze out excess water without wringing and allow to air-dry fully before the next use. A wet puff will dilute the cushion formula and reduce coverage. Replace the puff when it starts to pill.
Are the espoir cushions on skinsli authentic?
Yes. skinsli stocks authentic espoir products sourced through authorised Korean B2B supply channels. All products arrive in original manufacturer packaging with Korean MFDS-compliant labelling.
How long does a 13g Pro Taylor cushion last?
With once-daily application (both morning and touch-up), a 13 g cushion pad typically lasts 2-3 months. Heavier use or more frequent touch-ups will shorten that. Having a refill on hand means you can swap out the pad as soon as it runs low without a gap in your routine.