Close-up view of small and large bubbles suspended in a teal-colored liquid, with light creating glowing edges around the bubbles. This image gives an abstract and scientific feel, resembling a microscopic view of cells or droplets.

Hyaluronic Acid

You have about 15 grams of Hyaluronic Acid (HA) in your body and one third of this is degraded and resynthesized every day. It is one of your body’s main…

Close-up of a person's hands as they use a dropper to apply a yellow liquid onto their fingertip. The person is wearing a white, lace-patterned garment. The background is bright and softly lit.

5 Benefits of hydrated skin

Drinking plenty of water is a key proponent in keeping our body and organs happily functioning, and hydrated skin is just as important for a healthy complexion. Here are 5…

Close-up of a serene older woman with light skin, short gray hair, and blue eyes, gently touching her face with both hands. She is smiling softly, creating a warm and calm atmosphere. The background is a plain, neutral color.

How to know if you have dehydrated skin

Many people suffer with dehydrated skin but often it is not always evident. It is important that you resolve this issue by feeding your skin with the right hydrating ingredients…

A bottle of Esse sunscreen with SPF 30 is displayed in front of a petri dish containing a yellow and brown pattern. The bottle is brown with a silver pump and white label.

4 Reasons to use natural sun protection

As winter turns to summer and that holiday vibe kicks in, we all gravitate to outdoor spaces where the sun shines and makes us happy …. which calls for sunscreen!…

A person wearing sunglasses, a red tank top, shorts, running shoes, and a backpack, jogging up a stone staircase on a seaside hillside trail at sunrise or sunset. The person is silhouetted against the sun, which is low on the horizon over the ocean.

Esse Sunscreen: An athlete’s best friend

The Esse Sunscreen is one of the first of its kind and may swiftly become part of many outdoor athlete’s arsenal – we heard why from ultra-runner Riana Henning. A…

A bottle of Esse Concealer is propped against a turquoise circular object. The bottle has a metallic cap and is labeled "concealer" with added SPF protection. The turquoise object in the background features intricate, abstract designs. The backdrop is minimalist.

The value of using a microbiome-friendly foundation

Here’s what your basic skin care routine probably looks like: cleanser, toner, serum, moisturiser and, finally, foundation. Perhaps you even include products to promote a healthy skin microbiome leading up…

Various petri dishes with microbial cultures in shades of green and orange are arranged next to a bottle labeled "Foundation 1 with SPF 30." The bottle features the brand name "Esse." The background displays additional lab equipment and surfaces.

Everything you need to know about our foundations

This organic, microbiome-friendly foundation provides medium coverage and is available in ten shades. Below are just some of the benefits you can expect. SKIN ILLUMINATION Layer to achieve light to…

Overhead view of a scientific setup containing three petri dishes with green and blue liquid, showcasing dendritic patterns. Additionally, there's a small beaker with clear liquid and a transparent rod or pipette on a white background.

Can You Change Your Microbiome?

An unhealthy skin microbiome results in unhealthy skin and increases the rate of ageing but you can shift your skin microbiome toward a diverse, balanced state. Learn more from Esse’s…