A woman with her hair tied back washes her face over a bathroom sink. Water splashes around her as she leans forward with her hands cupping the water from the running faucet. The bathroom has a modern design with a marble countertop and silver fixtures.

Cleansing the Esse way

Sebum Science Sebum is the complex mixture of oils produced by sebaceous glands in our skin. Human sebum is very different to that of other mammals. We’re far from fully…

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Beauty & Wellness Award 2021

Beauty Insider is one of Singapore’s leading platforms for beauty bargains and deals. After months of careful deliberation, sifting, and testing of over 700+ products from local to international brands,…

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What moisturiser should you be using?

There is no denying that as winter sets in, skin feels as though it needs a little more. Cold, dry weather and indoor heating generate a real thirst in our…

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UK GLOBAL MAKEUP AWARDS 2021

The winners of the prestigious UK Global Makeup Awards have been announced! The UK is the largest region in the Global Makeup Awards, with over 350 entries. The beauty awards celebrate…

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How skin compares to an ecosystem

Any ecologist will tell you that a forest filled with a rich variety of plants is healthier than a commercial plantation containing only one species of tree. The complex ecosystem…

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Rewild Your Skin

Rewilding is the science of returning skin to its balanced, wild state through green chemistry and organic biotech.  Civilization has long been associated with a sense of “clean” that requires…

whats in a drop

What’s in a drop?

The Esse probiotic skincare range includes a multitude of carefully selected natural ingredients that are proven to have a positive impact on improving skin barrier function, hydration and the effects…

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A guide to sensitive skin

Skin sensitivity is a leading skin concern throughout the modern world with more than half of women claiming to have sensitive skin.