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…

skincare-myths

Skincare myths debunked

Since the beginning of time, society has formed beliefs about their experiences and the world around them. A notorious belief and misconception that comes to mind is that the earth…

Nanoparticles Lowdown

Nanoparticles – The lowdown

Nanotechnology is the study and application of extremely small particles (smaller than 100 nanometers – about 40,000 times thinner than a hair). In skincare, nano ingredients come in two forms: nanoemulsions – tiny…

A woman with curly hair is smiling brightly and touching her face with one hand. She is wearing a sleeveless orange top. The background features a home setting with houseplants and wooden shelves, suggesting a relaxed and happy environment, perfect for those wondering, "What is sensitive skin?

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.

Sleep and Skin Health

Sleep and Skin Health

SIX REASONS A HEALTHY SLEEPING PATTERN WILL GIVE YOU GREAT SKIN. Skin health and sleep quality can be strongly linked. Lack of sleep elevates cortisol levels in the body, increasing…

Invest In Yourself

Invest in yourself

WHY A GOOD SKINCARE ROUTINE NEED NOT BE COMPLICATED Have you had enough of hearing how the latest skincare fad is the only thing that will rescue your skin? What…

the-new-you-challenge

Take the new you challenge in 7 steps

7 STEPS TO GREAT SKIN IN 2020 “A change is as good as a holiday,” and who would say no thank you to that? As 2020 gets underway, we’d like…

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What are microbes and probiotics?

All single celled organisms are microbes, this includes viruses. A microbiome is the sum of all the single celled organisms living in and on a body. All living things have…

A woman with clear skin gently touching her face with one hand, looking directly at the camera. A subtle overlay of molecular structures is superimposed on her cheek, suggesting a focus on skincare or beauty technology. The background is white and minimalistic.

What is the perfect skin microbiome?

This is a really tough question. The skin is now viewed as an ecosystem … so how would you answer the question: What is the perfect ecosystem? Is it a…