Essench

08/04/2026

Our new team member Michael getting stuck in to Dad Oil for beard and face

Got to have perks to the job 😊 and a little welcome gift from us 💚

ESSENCH:Where Ethical Beauty Begins

18/03/2026

I am not afraid to tell the truth!
The Beauty Industry gets away with many things because at the moment the consumers doesn't see what's going on but that won't last forever
Consumers are becoming more aware of the dangers hidden in their skincare
We are creating a movement with every brand we work with to make products safe for the consumer and our environment
This is done by education and awareness for brand founders to understand what they should be putting on their labels like age safety warnings for a start
If a product is safety assessed for adult use then we should be doing all we can to ensure children are not using them
Industry leaders and governing bodies don't want this done because it will impact their profits but consumer safety should come first and it doesn't
Despite the British Association of Dermatologist stated we have a big crisis developing with young children harming their skin and its getting ignored during regulations reviews
This is just one of areas that really annoys me and I could state many more sadly
Thats why it's down to us as a manufacturer and the brand to go above and beyond current legislation because it is not fit for purpose!

10/03/2026

We dont just like building brands at ESSENCH 💚
Our products are handmade my our team and so is alot of our furniture especially our board table
Could we buy one, yes we could but thats not being sustainable so we build as much as we can using upcyled pallets
Just the varnish to go but there wont be a toxic chemical on our table as we will also be making our own wood stain
Its a feature that many clients love when visiting the unit and we are proud to say we built it with our hands 😊💚

17/02/2026

Safe to say this is a happy customer 😊

A 3-piece collection, all signed off after just 2 samples 🙌

Now it’s onto final paperwork, compliance checks and into production so we can get another ethical brand officially launched in the market 🎉

Sometimes we nail formulation developments quickly like this and sometimes it can be multiple samples before achieving the specification

Because formulation is not just “mixing ingredients together”.

Every product development is different.
Every brand has different goals.
Every ingredient interacts differently.

I get asked all the time:
“How long will it take?”

And the honest answer is… it depends.

If halfway through development an ingredient spec changes, a supplier changes, or someone wants to tweak an active level, we’re not just “adjusting it slightly”.

We’re re-checking compatibility.
We’re re-checking stability.
We’re re-checking pH, preservation, performance and compliance.

The quick wins feel amazing. But the longer developments are just as important because rushing formulation is how brands run into problems later.

It’s science, patience, and doing it properly. And that’s how you build products that last.

10/02/2026

Fun Fridays at Essench 💚

As we grow our team this year, building a strong culture is just as important to us as building great products.

Every Friday we finish at 1pm, spending time on staff development, learning together, and then ending the week with our Friday game.

Last week’s game was Minefield… and let’s just say the obstacles were creative 😂

It’s all about teamwork, trust, and creating a space where people feel connected, supported, and can have a bit of fun along the way.

Because the best work happens when people enjoy working together ❤️

15/08/2025

We are on a mission to make the midlands the heart of ethical beauty manufacturing 💚

https://www.insidermedia.com/news/midlands/cosmetics-manufacturer-founded-from-birmingham-home-secures-new-premises

22/07/2025

🌿 Building with Purpose. Prepping with Intention.

Behind the scenes at Essench Cosmetic Solutions , we’ve been knuckling down to build our new lab, not just for function or finish, but to keep it fully aligned with our values.

This space will be the heart of our production, so it needs to represent what we stand for from the inside out.

Here’s how we’re doing that:

✅ FSC® or PEFC - certified timber used throughout the frame to ensure all wood is sourced from responsibly managed forests

✅ Solvent-free adhesives - safer for both installers and the environment

✅ Reusing materials from our previous lab setup wherever possible, reducing waste and unnecessary new purchases

✅ Low-energy LED lighting on motion sensors to reduce electricity usage

✅ PVC Hygienic cladding selected for long-term durability and easy-clean finish reducing maintenance, repainting, and chemical use. Plus this gives our lab the highest hygiene rating

✅ Accurate cut planning for timber and cladding to minimise offcuts and landfill

✅ No wet trades involved

✅ Manual labour by in-house skilled trades team reduces travel miles, packaging, and contractor overhead

We’re not just building it ourselves to save costs, we’re doing it because nobody else would have put this much care into getting it right.

Every decision, every material, every cut has been made to reflect who we are as a company. If we’re serious about making ethical products, then the space we make them in needs to walk the same talk.

This lab isn’t just practical, it’s a physical extension of our values. Built by us. Aligned with us 💚

16/07/2025

The way Archie is watching us 🤣🤣

The move has officially began 🙌 although its going to take a few months until we fully move in as we have the lab to build yet but visiting as often as possible just so it still feels real lol

We have talked about this moment for so long and whats nice is we all share the excitement for this new chapter, plus our daughter Mia cant wait to get her own desk 🤣

She is doing a fab job helping us with everything and a face you will be seeing alot more as time goes on as we teaching her business life ❤️

04/06/2025

🥇 Award-Winning & Still Just Getting Started

We’re proud to share that ESSENCH Cosmetic Solutions has been named:

🏆 Best Eco-Conscious Bespoke Cosmetic Manufacturer – UK at the 2025 LUX Health, Beauty & Wellness Awards

This isn’t just recognition — it’s a reflection of what we’ve stood for since day one:

Built to Protect: People | Brand | Planet
💛 Always vegan, cruelty-free, and palm-free
🔍 Uncompromising on compliance and transparency
🌍 Sustainable from formulation to launch

To every founder we’ve worked with, and to our team behind the scenes, thank you for being part of this mission.

Let’s raise the bar. Together.

14/05/2025

🔬 Ingredients Linked to Hormone Disruption

These are commonly found in mainstream skincare and cosmetics and have been associated with endocrine (hormone) disruption:

💥 Parabens

Look for: Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben
Evidence: Parabens mimic oestrogen in the body. Studies show they can bind to oestrogen receptors and disrupt natural hormone signalling.
Problem: Found in moisturisers, serums, deodorants.

💥 Phthalates

Look for: Often hidden in “fragrance” or “parfum”
Evidence: Phthalates interfere with testosterone and reproductive development. Banned in toys but still allowed in cosmetics in some markets.
Problem: Lurking in artificial fragrances and nail polishes.

💥 Triclosan

Look for: Triclosan or triclocarban
Evidence: Interferes with thyroid hormone regulation and contributes to antibiotic resistance.
Problem: Used in acne treatments, deodorants, and toothpaste (yes, toothpaste!).

💥 Benzophenone & Related UV Filters

Look for: Benzophenone-3 (Oxybenzone), Homosalate, Octinoxate
Evidence: Shown to disrupt hormone activity and affect reproduction.
Problem: Common in SPF products, even those marketed for children.

💥 Synthetic Musks (e.g. Galaxolide, Tonalide)

Look for: Often hidden in fragrance, not always disclosed
Evidence: Persist in the environment and bioaccumulate in human fat tissue; weak oestrogenic activity.
Problem: Used in perfumes, body sprays, creams.

We shouldn’t need a chemistry degree to read an ingredient list — but here we are.

What You Can Do 👇

✅ Look for transparent brands
✅ Avoid vague labels like "fragrance"
✅ Support regulation that puts people before profit

Because skincare should support your skin, not sabotage your system.

09/05/2025

From Breast Cancer UK - Every day, we are pushed products containing chemicals that are linked to breast cancer. We deserve to know the truth.

Hell yes we do thats why i have signed and shared

Please do the same 🙏




https://www.facebook.com/share/18yuW8TUjQ/

It takes 30 seconds

07/05/2025

✨ Why We Say No to PEGs ✨

At ESSENCH, our formulations are proudly PEG-free — and here’s why:

🚫 Harsh processing – PEGs are made using ethylene oxide, a petroleum-derived compound that undergoes a process called ethoxylation. This can create potentially harmful by-products like 1,4-dioxane, a known contaminant.

🧪 Potential irritants – While PEGs are widely used to improve texture or solubilize oils in water, they can disrupt skin barrier function, especially for sensitive skin or damaged skin types.

🌱 Not aligned with our ethos – PEGs are synthetic, petrochemical-based and often not biodegradable. As a brand committed to natural, ethical, and eco-conscious beauty, we choose safer, plant-based alternatives that are just as effective.

🌿 Better for skin. Better for the planet. Better for you.