The Essentialist

The destination for stories of self-care.

Meet Moisture Rich Emulsion

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Meet Moisture Rich Emulsion

Moisture Rich Emulsion is a lightweight, fast-absorbing daily face moisturizer that delivers up to 72 hours of hydration in a texture built for daytime wear.    
Five Years of Oak

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Five Years of Oak

Five years ago, Oak Essentials began with a simple question: what if skincare could support us as we age, instead of asking us to fight it?
Moisture Is the Original Anti-Aging Ingredient

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Moisture Is the Original Anti-Aging Ingredient

Before retinol, before peptides, before procedures — skin needs moisture to function like young skin.
Firming, Reimagined: Why Plant Peptides Are the Future of Skin Longevity

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Firming, Reimagined: Why Plant Peptides Are the Future of Skin Longevity

Our Firming Plant Peptide Serum harnesses the power of Hydrolyzed Pea Peptide, a plant-based, sustainable ingredient that supports elasticity, reduces the appearance of wrinkles, and plumps the skin for a smoother, more radiant complexion. 
Into the Bottle: Daily Hydrating Mineral Body Sunscreen

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Into the Bottle: Daily Hydrating Mineral Body Sunscreen

Open for an ingredient-by-ingredient glossary of our new SPF.
Mineral SPF, Explained

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Mineral SPF, Explained

Mineral versus chemical formulas, what “broad spectrum” actually means, and more.
Arey Co-Founder Allison Conrad on Approaching Hair Care Like Skincare

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Arey Co-Founder Allison Conrad on Approaching Hair Care Like Skincare

This science-backed hair care line actually addresses the root cause of greys—pretty cool, right? 
Dry January Rituals with Ghia Founder Mélanie Masarin

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Dry January Rituals with Ghia Founder Mélanie Masarin

As the founder of our favorite non-alcoholic apéritif brand, we wanted to know—what’s Mélanie’s approach to a busy January?
The Body Butter for Skin Longevity

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The Body Butter for Skin Longevity

All the ingredient science behind our first-of-a-kind new formula.
Looking Back on the Oak Essentials x Jenni Kayne x Perelel Tour

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Looking Back on the Oak Essentials x Jenni Kayne x Perelel Tour

Three expert-led conversations spanning perimenopause, hormones, and nurturing our bodies through every stage of life.
Office Hours with Dr. Natazia zu Stolberg, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

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Office Hours with Dr. Natazia zu Stolberg, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine

We dive into perimenopause, menopause, and what your morning smoothie might be doing to your digestion.
Office Hours with Dr. Allison Oswald, Pelvic Floor PT

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Office Hours with Dr. Allison Oswald, Pelvic Floor PT

Practical guidance on pelvic health—and why it matters.