The Essentialist

The destination for stories of self-care.

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.
Into the Bottle: Nightly Retinol Serum

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Into the Bottle: Nightly Retinol Serum

There’s nothing quite like this gold-standard skincare ingredient.
Into the Bottle: Firming Plant Peptide Serum

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Into the Bottle: Firming Plant Peptide Serum

If you’ve ever wondered what Peptides actually are, this Q&A is for you.
Into the Bottle: Daily Vitamin C Serum

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Into the Bottle: Daily Vitamin C Serum

What makes this serum such a staple?
Organic Tropical Honey in Skincare, Explained

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Organic Tropical Honey in Skincare, Explained

The benefits of this buzzy ingredient.
What’s in Kadi Lee’s Bag?

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What’s in Kadi Lee’s Bag?

The celebrity hair colorist and Highbrow Hippie co-founder on why rituals matter.
What’s in Kalani Miller’s Bag?

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What’s in Kalani Miller’s Bag?

How the mom and MIKOH co-founder prioritizes self-care while traveling the world.
Inside the Formula: Refining Mask

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Inside the Formula: Refining Mask

All about the ingredient science behind our new Refining Mask.