One-size-fits-all skincare products are now making way for natural and customizable solutions. Striking a perfect balance between science and nature, New Zealand’s no. 1 natural skincare brand essano introduces a game-changing collection of powerful serums that specifically target and treat your key skin concerns. Normally, we tend to choose one type of serum, slap it on and hope for the best. However, using different serums to target specific skin needs has been shown to yield more rapid and effective results. Hence, we’ll be taking a closer look at the essano Concentrated Serums and the role that active ingredients play in targeting specific skin concerns.

essano Concentrated Serums: Natural Solutions With Minimal Irritation

Nowadays, we’re always on the lookout for skincare solutions that are effective yet gentle on the skin. Because tons of skincare products on the market are laden with toxic chemicals and preservatives, consumers are now becoming more discerning about what they apply onto their skin. In addition to being certified organic and cruelty-free, essano is also transparent about the ingredients that they use.

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Read on to find out what our readers have to say about essano’s range of Concentrated Serums!

essano Concentrated Serums And Their Powerful Active Ingredients

To understand how each of their Concentrated Serums work, we’ll be diving into the key active ingredients that help to target specific skin concerns.

essano Intense Hydration Hyaluronic Acid Concentrated Serum

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First up, we have a powerful serum that is amazing for infusing the skin with an intense surge of moisture. With 1.5% hyaluronic acid, the essano Intense Hydration Concentrated Serum is an excellent hydration booster.

Active Ingredient: Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid is a powerful humectant and an excellent moisture magnet for dry skin. Because of its excellent water-retaining properties, it is able to effectively draw moisture back into the skin and prevent transepidermal water loss. Additionally, applying it topically onto your skin is like giving your skin a refreshing drink of water. Since hyaluronic acid visibly plumps up the skin with moisture, it also helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. As a result, the skin looks more radiant and energized.

Since the hyaluronic acid comes in 5 different molecular sizes, it is able to deliver multi-depth hydration to the skin at all layers of the epidermis. Moreover, this serum is brilliant at fortifying the skin’s moisture barrier and locking in moisture for up to 24 hours!

Why we love it:

  • Improves skin barrier function
  • 24 hour moisture lock
  • Visibly plumps up the skin
  • Absorbs quickly into the skin

Price: $39.95. Available at essano.com.sg and selected Watsons & NTUC Fairprice stores.

essano Advanced Brightening Vitamin C Concentrated Serum

If you’re looking for a serum that gives your skin a radiant lit-from-within glow, then we highly recommend the essano Advanced Brightening Vitamin C Concentrated Serum. Infused with 5% Vitamin C, this serum packs a punch in enhancing the skin’s complexion and reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation.

Active Ingredient: Vitamin C

Vitamin C carries exceptional brightening and anti-oxidant properties. In addition to protecting the skin from free radical damage, Vitamin C also helps with overall cell repair and natural collagen synthesis. Because Vitamin C is essentially ascorbic acid, it promotes cell turnover and is effective in reducing the appearance of acne scars and hyperpigmentation spots over time.

In fact, clinical studies show that consistent application reduces the appearance of UV-pigmentation in just 56 days! Additionally, the serum contains a nourishing blend of jojoba, rosehip and Vitamin E oil to soothe and hydrate the skin.

Why we love it:

  • Gentle formulation that’s suitable for sensitive skin
  • Effectively reduces the appearance of acne scars and sun spots
  • Visible brightening effect

Price: $39.95. Available at essano.com.sg and selected Watsons & NTUC Fairprice stores.

essano Eye Perfect Peptides Concentrated Serum

Next, we have a serum that’s perfect for the delicate skin around the eyes! The essano Eye Perfect Peptides Concentrated Serum contains not one but two super-charged peptides to reduce the appearance of puffy eyebags and dark circles.

Active Ingredient: Peptides

Now let’s take a closer look at peptides. In essence, peptides are short chains of amino acids that function as building blocks for collagen production. Since peptides have a small molecular structure, they are able to absorb easily into the skin. On top of stimulating collagen production, peptides are also great for improving skin elasticity, soothe inflammation and fortify the skin’s moisture barrier. Hence, peptides are effective for reducing the appearance of fine lines and lifting the contours of the face.

Because the peptides are small in molecular structure, they absorb quickly into the skin. You may feel a slight tingly sensation when you apply this serum as it helps to stimulate collagen production and microcirculation. On top of improving the skin elasticity around your eyes, this serum also helps to lift the eye area and give it a brighter and more youthful appearance.

Why we love it:

  • Prevents premature signs of ageing
  • Smooths out fine lines and wrinkles
  • Reduces puffiness and dark circles under the eyes
  • Improves overall skin texture

Price: $39.95. Available at essano.com.sg and selected Watsons & NTUC Fairprice stores.

essano Wrinkle Rescue Natural Retinol Concentrated Serum

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Finally, we have a serum that is an anti-ageing wonder! Since the essano Wrinkle Rescue Concentrated Serum uses 1% bakuchiol, it delivers the anti-ageing benefits of regular retinol without the redness, dryness and irritation.

Active Ingredient: Natural Retinol

Natural retinol makes for a gentle yet effective alternative to over-the-counter retinol treatments. Typically, natural phyto retinol comes from bakuchiol – an active ingredient derived from the psoralea corylifolia (aka “babchi”) plant. Popular in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, bakuchiol is well-known for its effective cell-renewing properties. In addition to accelerating cell turnover, natural retinol also helps to smooth out uneven skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Overall, it’s a wonderful ingredient that gives you the anti-ageing benefits of regular retinol sans the redness and irritation.

On top of bakuchiol, the serum is also enhanced with rosehip oil to combat environmental aggressors and premature signs of ageing. Furthermore, it also helps to accelerate cell turnover, prevent new acne breakouts and minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Why we love it:

  • Free of parabens, sulfates and mineral oil
  • Anti-ageing benefits without the irritation
  • Non-drying formula
  • Improves overall skin texture and tone

Price: $39.95. Available at essano.com.sg and selected Watsons & NTUC Fairprice stores.