A bottle of Esse probiotic serum is surrounded by laboratory glassware, highlighting its scientific skincare focus and targeting causes of accelerated ageing for healthier, youthful-looking skin.

The Uncomfortable Truth About ‘Probiotic’ Skincare

Most products labelled as probiotic skincare don’t contain live probiotics. They contain postbiotics, which are heat-killed bacteria or fermented extracts that lack the defining characteristic of a true probiotic: life.…

A split image shows one person at a sunny beach wearing a straw hat and another in a snowy mountain landscape with a white winter jacket, both enjoying nature—reminders that sun exposure and harsh climates can be causes of accelerated ageing.

Your Skin Doesn’t Take Time Off

Holidays are supposed to be restorative. For you, perhaps. For your skin, the reality is more complicated. Different UV levels, a new climate, the drying effect of cabin air, and…

Close-up of a person's cheek with a diagram overlay. The diagram is split into two halves: the left labeled "Balanced Microbiome" with fewer dots and lines; the right labeled "Unbalanced Microbiome" with more dots and uneven lines.

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 skin conditions, including acne,…

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Propionic Acid: The Skin’s Personal Gardener

  Discover the benefits of Propionic Acid for skin health. Learn how Esse uses it to support the microbiome, boost hydration, reduce inflammation, and enhance your skin’s natural barrier function.…