Esse’s sun-activated serum: make the most of your time in the sun
Sun exposure has risks, as we all know, but the benefits of healthy sun exposure are becoming more widely discussed and acknowledged. A key benefit of sun exposure is that…
Ageing gracefully with the sun: a dilemma of diminishing returns
One of the major concerns many of us have with sun exposure is that we fear it will make our skin age faster. While there is good reason behind this…
Skin and sunlight – how much is too much?
We’re constantly reminded of the dangers of sun exposure for our skin health. While it’s important to avoid sun damage, there’s a growing body of evidence showing that sunlight is…
What does Vitamin D do for my skin?
Our skin is the natural factory for Vitamin D, and it needs healthy levels for some key functions. These include: Controlling cell division Vitamin D controls how cells divide in…
Too much sun is damaging to our skin… but so is zero sun
We’re all aware of the risks that come with getting too much sun exposure – increased cancer risks, premature ageing, and chances of hyperpigmentation. But an often-overlooked question is: “Too…
Vitamin D: supplement or sunshine?
To understand what is healthy for you, it’s often worth asking yourself: “What is my body designed for?” Through the course of human history, our bodies have acquired Vitamin D…
Esse Bakuchiol Serum: Nature’s Retinol
Esse incorporates ‘nature’s retinol’ in its latest launch of Bakuchiol Serum When it comes to anti-ageing ingredients in skincare products, retinoids have been the gold standard for decades – despite…
Skin detoxing – What you need to know
One of the most frequent questions we get at Esse is ‘What will happen to my skin when I switch over?’. As with any change, there is going to be…
Bakuchiol: Nature’s Retinol Alternative
Dubbed ‘nature’s retinol’, it’s worth investigating the properties of this acclaimed plant-based ingredient and how to incorporate it into your skincare routine. The Bakuchiol used in skincare is extracted and…