Essano Hydration+

Well-nourished skin is not just a beauty goal; it’s a necessity for a balanced and healthy complexion. Enter the world of humectants, ingredients that replenish the skin with moisture to provide both instant and long-term benefits. One company committed to hydrating skin is essano. Editor Trudi Brewer asks their head chemist to share their latest innovations, a hydrating duo that works to moisturise and protect the skin 24/7. Read on to learn more.

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Let's face it, when your skin is dry, fine lines become more pronounced, and flaking and irritation follow. Once dehydrated skin can be tricky to rebalance, leading to a compromised barrier and eventually sensitivities. Additionally, it doesn’t matter how much water you guzzle; it doesn't necessarily equate to having hydrated, dewy-looking skin. Enter humectants, key ingredients that draw water to the skin and maintain its healthy barrier. Known for their ability to develop clean, affordable skincare, essano has just made a self-care routine focused solely on skin hydration.

Essano’s head of product innovation, Marissa Kan, and head cosmetic chemist, Klavdija Lukman​​.

We asked essano’s head of product innovation, Marissa Kan (left), and the head cosmetic chemist, Klavdija Lukman (right), to give us the lowdown on a hydrating duo that offers both instant and long-term benefits.
Read on to learn more.

What age and skin type was this collection designed for?   

Developed specifically for those who are looking to address skin hydration and those with a busy lifestyle. All of our Hydration+ products are lightweight, fast-absorbing and incredible value.  A routine that can be completed in a few minutes, ideal for time-poor individuals to achieve incredibly hydrated skin - Klavdija Lukman.

What are the key ingredients in the duo?

The key ingredients in the Night Crème are ceramides, squalane, rosehip oil, nourishing Shea butter, and multi-molecular weight hyaluronic acid, for intense nighttime hydration and skin regeneration - Marissa Kan.

How does the skin benefit from four molecular weights of hyaluronic acid?

Different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid offer multiple levels of hydration. The lower molecular weight molecules can deliver a burst of moisture to deeper levels. In contrast, higher molecular weight ones create a protective layer on the surface, preventing any further moisture loss - Klavdija Lukman.

Essano Hydration+ Hydrating Sunscreen Serum SPF40, $26.

This lotion-like serum is light as air and sinks in within seconds. Expect instant moisture and a slight skin-plumping effect; what we appreciate most is the SPF 40 protection. This means skin is well protected - it’s what we call a multi-benefit.

Do you need to apply moisturiser before applying the Hydration+ Hydrating SPF40 Serum?

Yes. SPF products should always be applied after all skincare and before makeup - Klavdija Lukman.

What sunscreen ingredient is in the serum, and why did you choose it?

We wanted to ensure that we could create a sun-care product with an ultra-lightweight, dewy finish that can be worn alone or layered under makeup. The sunscreen active ingredients are a blend of Homosalate, Octyl Salicylate, Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Bemotrizinol, ethylhexyl triazone, and Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid at varying concentrations. It’s dermatologically tested and fragrance-free, suitable for all skin types - Marissa Kan.

How did you create the night cream's next-generation soufflé texture?

We used a specially designed and modified natural gelling agent, based on potato starch, to replicate the cloud-like structure and weightless finish - Klavdija Lukman.
It’s perfect for wearing overnight for ultimate skin recovery and regeneration - Marissa Kan.

Was this a tricky formula to create?

Not really; it was relatively easy, knowing that we were using well-established and tested ingredients that deliver great results - Klavdija Lukman.

Essano Hydration+ Whipped Night Cream, $20.

I challenge you to find a better night cream than this calibre for the price. Its fluffy texture melts into the skin, nourishing instantly without leaving a film on the pillow; it’s not greasy, sticky, or tacky, either. We are beyond impressed.

How quickly will you notice results using the Hydration+ Whipped Night Cream?  

This Night Crème has been scientifically proven to maintain increased skin hydration of 33.3% 24 hours after application - Klavdija Lukman.

What are you most proud of now that the collection is in the hands of consumers?  

Our hydration+ range offers incredible value for money as our entry-tier product. We offer high-quality, active ingredients to deliver amazing results - Klavdija Lukman.