Microbiome
skincare is a science

Your skin is an ecosystem protected by a living armour of beneficial bacteria. Esse exists to keep it at its wild best.

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The biotechnology to rewild skin

Esse’s organic biotechnology rewilds your microbiome to keep skin healthier and younger. This sustainable approach to skincare creates the environment for your natural microbial diversity to return, counteracting the adverse effects of our modern lifestyles.

At the forefront

The Esse product range is scientifically formulated for all skin types – with prebiotics, probiotics and active ingredients to get your skin back to its best.

Our products remain true to our core principles: We are a certified organic, vegan, cruelty free and carbon- and plastic neutral and support fair trade. Read more.

Our Founder

“Esse is moving along the infinitely long road toward perfection”

Trevor Steyn

Don’t take our word for it

Esse works tirelessly to be at the forefront of microbiome skincare. Hear what people have to say about our products and treatments.

“Esse is a versatile brand which allows for a very beautiful and bespoke treatment. It is both gentle but incredibly effective and in a short amount of time has attracted a cult London following.”

Tarryn Warren, Bespoke Skincare London
“Adding Esse Skincare to our portfolio was a real game changer for our business. In addition to being ethically responsible, the brand is also extremely effective and scientifically substantiated.”

Red Carpet Queen, Amsterdam
“Esse effortlessly helps me to achieve my two most important business goals- to make my clients feel nurtured, at home & in salon, while helping them to improve & maintain their skin health.”

Jani, Lyftaal South Africa

Where to find us

      Why Esse Uses Glass Packaging

      Choosing which materials to use in packaging is not easy. There are many considerations. In several projects in our history we have weighed up our options and the result has,…

      What does my microbiome do for me?

      We know gut microbes aid in digestion and deliver nutrients. They also produce vitamins, maintain blood pressure, and affect your mood. Because we rely on so many partnerships, we can…

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