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Shifting your skin’s microbiome

Shifting your skin’s microbiome   Recent scientific advancements have illuminated the profound impact of the skin microbiome on overall skin health. Disruptions to this delicate ecosystem can lead to various…

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Cleansing the Esse Way

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…

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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.