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Skin Anarchy Podcast featuring Trevor Steyn

  Esse founder Trevor Steyn was recently interviewed by Dr Ekta Yadav, MD MBA MS (Skincare Anarchy). We encourage you to listen to the full version of this enlightening episode…

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What Does Vitamin D Do For My Skin?

  Our skin is the natural factory for Vitamin D, and it needs healthy levels for some key functions. These include:   Controlling cell division Vitamin D controls how cells…

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Balance Sun Exposure for Healthy Skin

  We’re all aware of the risks that come with getting too much sun exposure – increased cancer risks, premature ageing, and chances of hyperpigmentation. But an often-overlooked question is:…

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Vitamin D: Supplement or Sunshine?

  To understand what is healthy for you, it’s often worth asking yourself: “What is my body designed for?” Through the course of human history, our bodies have acquired Vitamin…

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Esse and Our Approach to Sensitive Skin

  Sensitive skin can have a variety of triggers, including environmental exposure, heat, friction, food, and medication. At Esse, we focus on creating the ideal environment for your skin’s microbiome…

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Esse Bakuchiol Serum: Nature’s Retinol

Esse incorporates ‘nature’s retinol’ in its latest launch of Bakuchiol Serum When it comes to anti-ageing ingredients in skincare products, retinoids have been the gold standard for decades – despite…