The Essentialist

The destination for stories of self-care.

Into the Bottle: Daily Hydrating Mineral Body Sunscreen

Expert Session

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. 
ILIA Founder Sasha Plavsic on “Thoughtful” Beauty

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ILIA Founder Sasha Plavsic on “Thoughtful” Beauty

A candid Q&A with the ILIA founder on clean beauty innovation, her origin story, and what keeps her inspired.
Jenni on Aging Beautifully

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Jenni on Aging Beautifully

Wise words from our founder—plus her favorite everyday routine for hydrated, healthy-looking skin.
The Magic Behind Moisture Rich Balm

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The Magic Behind Moisture Rich Balm

Why is this moisturizer the definition of an Oak essential?
Office Hours with Perelel Co-Founder Alex Taylor

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Office Hours with Perelel Co-Founder Alex Taylor

As the co-founder of a women's vitamin brand, Alex shares her unique perspective on everything from the healthcare industry to perimenopause.