Protects, repairs and soothes sensitive skin
Ximenia Oil shields sensitive skin, offering it all round protection from environmental stressors. Independent testing shows that it increases skin hydration, firmness, and elasticity, while reducing wrinkle depth.
R730.00
Before moisturising, apply 3-5 drops evenly over the face, neck and décolleté. Pat in gently until it has been absorbed.
Ximenia Americana Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Vanillin
100% of the total ingredients are from natural origin
What are the benefits of using Esse Protect Oil for sensitive skin?
Esse Protect Oil contains Ximenia Oil, which mimics sebum to support beneficial skin microbes, preventing the growth of harmful microbes and supporting the skin microbiome. It also supports the lipid barrier and reduces inflammation.
How does Ximenia Oil in Esse Protect Oil protect the skin from environmental stressors?
Ximenia Oil forms a protective layer on the skin when exposed to UV light or free radicals, defending against damage and inflammation.
Can Esse Protect Oil improve skin hydration, firmness, and elasticity?
Yes, Esse’s Protect Oil strengthens the lipid barrier, keeping the skin hydrated, firm, and elastic.
How does Esse Protect Oil help reduce wrinkle depth?
By defending against inflammation-causing stressors like free radicals, Esse Protect Oil protects collagen and elastin in skin to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and other signs of ageing.
Is Esse Protect Oil suitable for all skin types, including acne-prone or oily skin?
Yes, the Protect Oil is suitable for all skin types, including acne-prone skin, as it helps rebalance sebum production and reduce excess oil.
How should I use Esse Protect Oil in my skincare routine?
Apply 3-5 drops of Protect Oil after cleansing and before moisturising, patting it in gently until absorbed. Alternatively, combine it with your preferred Esse moisturiser or use it as a moisturiser.
Does Esse Protect Oil protect against UV or blue light?
Protect Oil helps defend skin from the stress caused by light exposure, but does not replace a product with SPF.
In a marketplace full of claims how do you choose skincare that you can be confident in?
At Esse, we adopt a more simplified daily skincare routine, one that minimises interference with the skin, supporting your skin’s ability to produce its natural, protective oils.
One of the most frequent questions we get at Esse is ‘What will happen to my skin when I switch over?’.
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Steph –
I almost forgot how much I love this product. The scent is glorious, it absorbs quickly and leaves my skin with a soft glow. Layers beautifully under my moisturiser and makeup. I have rosacea and it doesn’t irritate my skin.
Stefanie –
I am prone to adult cystic acne. Overall my skin has improved tons since using Esse products and breakouts are happening really seldom now. But when it happens every now and then, the Protect Oil is my secret weapon. It always manages to subdue any upcoming cysts even the really bad ones. The cysts don’t swell up, they don’t hurt, they don’t get inflamed. They will slowly vanish over 2 to max. 3 days time without anybody else even realizing that they were there. I love this oil and recommend it highly for anybody who has problems with adult acne. It makes a huge difference.
Jenine Harrison –
This serum makes my skin happy! It smells and feels divine…its a skin comforter & protector all in one golden liquid!
Melissa Johnson –
Inflamed? Redness? Aggravation? This is your answer in a bottle. Calms, protects and shields the skin from any environmental aggressors!
Megan Fosse –
I know I have reviewed before about The Protect Oil but I thought I would share this too.
It was very late one night and decided to make pancakes for my little boy for school, in our new stone pan.
As Murphy would have it, I burned my thumb badly on this new stone pan and panicked as I knew I had a full day of treatments the next day, and needed my poor thumb.
I checked the medicine box for burn guard….could not find it. Then I thought about ESSE….hmmmm.
I remembered seeing the results the Repair Oil had on someone’s scars and thought maybe it will work on buns too. Alas when I checked my cupboard I remembered I had left it at the spa. And as it was past midnight i wasn’t going out to get it.
So i turned to my little pot of gold, the Protect Oil and smothered my thumb in it and hoped for the best.
The next morning, expecting a massive blister, I checked out my poor thumb…nothing! Just a strange little white line, but no blister, no pain!
I spent the rest of the day doing facials and massages without even noticing the pancake-stone pan burn…
Thank you ESSE!
Cordnee Lee moonsamy –
*Protection for skin
*Calming sensitive and reactive skin
*works well on the lips as a gloss or repairing lip balm
Overall a great and well worth it product! This has quickly become one of my faves.
Megan Fosse Slide Health Spa –
I was extremely wary about using an oil on my skin but the first time I tried it, I loved it! It is not heavy at all. I now use it clean on my skin at night and use a couple of drops in my Nourish moisturizer in the morning. I’m so happy with that little extra protection during the day.
Kerry Venter –
Such a beautiful smelling, lightweight oil. Works well as a primer under my foundation for smooth, glowy skin. I also discovered its amazing for split ends in my hair! A little goes a long way!
Courtneigh Grundligh –
Every now and then I get a bad spell of sinus, however this winter has been an absolute breeze compared to any other with this magical product. No more redness around the nose area. I love to use it as a lip conditioner too. I could visibly see results within two days of using this product. A really versatile product and a handbag must have!
Yvette Botha –
As an eczema suffer from time to time, I love this oil. Its light weight formula allows for easy penetration so your skin does not feel greasy. This is also great for use on the lips or dry spots anywhere on the body, especially now during winter months.