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Helen’s note
This beloved product is a go-to moisturiser that will help mattify oily areas and add essential hydration. No greasy heaviness here!
Helen Ritchie, skin professional
Esse
Light Moisturiser Balancing For Young, Oily Skin and Humid weather
£53
A mattifying moisturiser for oily and combination skin, and anyone living somewhere humid. Probiotics and prebiotics balance the microbiome, antioxidants protect, and spearmint clarifies by boosting circulation. It absorbs fast, takes down shine and gives skin the hydration it still needs, so it’s a good base for make-up.
Key ingredients
Prebiotics and probiotics – shift and feed the skin’s microbiome to strengthen the barrier function.
Rooibos Leaf Extract – is a rich antioxidant. Ascorbyl Palmitate – is a derivative of Vit C that is lipid (fat) soluble, delivering antioxidants faster than the water-soluble forms. Grape Seed Extract – is an antioxidant, improves skin structure by increasing the production of collagen and elastin. Olive Leaf Extract – has antioxidant and anti-wrinkle properties. Protects against UV induced skin ageing. Hyaluronic Acid – improves hydration and decreases fine lines. Jojoba Oil – is rich in vitamin A, D and E. Unblocks follicles and modulates oil production. Rose Geranium, Chamomile and Spearmint – balances sebum production, keeps skin supple while imparting a light, fresh fragrance. Yangu & Manketti Oils – nourish and add antioxidant protection. For prolonged sun exposure, additional SPF may be required.
For minimising shine, while boosting the skin's microbiome and hydrating skin so skin heals faster and doesn't breakout.
What to expect
- Less shine through the day
- Fewer breakouts
- Smoother, more refined texture
- Light hydration with no greasy feel
How to use
Full ingredients
About Esse
Developed by Trevor Steyn in South Africa. Microbiome-first: live probiotics and plant actives that work with your skin’s own ecosystem, never against it.
Conscious
Plastic neutral with CleanHub.
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The routine
Where this fits
Step 1Cleanse
Never strip. Even oily skin needs a cleanser that leaves it comfortable. If you feel tight afterwards, it’s the wrong one.
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Mists, toners and probiotics settle skin after cleansing, so everything that follows works harder.
Shop balance →Step 3Treat
Your targeted serums. Layer thinnest to thickest, and keep vitamin A for the evening.
Shop serums →Step 4Protect
Daily SPF, every single day. The most effective anti-ageing step there is.
Shop SPF →Step 5RecoverYou’re here
Moisturise to lock it all in, and give skin what it needs to repair overnight.
Shop moisturisers →Shop oils and balms →Shop masks →Shop exfoliators →Step by step
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