Skin Health

Knowledge That Strengthens. Stories That Inspire

Our Skin Health page brings together skincare know-how, personal stories, and exclusive educational content to help you make informed, empowered decisions about self-care.

ESHU brings you short, non bias insights from recognised global experts and thought leaders in the skincare industry, so you can make the best informed decisions for you.

What Are Pores Actually For?

Your pores are tiny openings in the skin that
  • Release sweat to regulatetemperature
  • Distribute oil (sebum) toprotect your skin
  • Help get rid of cellularwaste
  • They’re functional - but when they get blocked,things go downhill fast.
Why do they block?

Over time, excess oil, dead skin cells, sweat, grime and product oxidises and clogs your pores. That’s where blackheads come from - not from dirt, but from oil exposed to air.
The Fix

Gently does it! You don’t need to squeeze, scrape, or peel.
In fact, overdoing it damages your skin barrier and makes things worse.
Instead, it’s about:

  • Cleansing regularly
  • Using chemical exfoliants (like salicylic acid or AHAs) or ESHU Exfoliator which contains Native Willow Bark Extract, which is a natural source of salicin and Lemon Myrtle Extract, which provides mild natural AHA-like activity
  • Avoiding heavy, pore-blocking products

No Skincare Isn’t a Flex - It’s a Delay

What happens if I don’t use skincare?
  • Here’s the simple answer: Nothing dramatic. Not right away.
  • But over time, neglect shows up. And by the time it’s obvious, it’s harder to fix.
Long-Term neglect leads to
  • More pronounced wrinkles, sun damage and pigmentation
  • Uneven skin tone
  • Shaving or other irritations that doesn’t go away
  • That “tired” look that doesn’t match how you feel
  • And here’s the kicker: men tend to age later — but faster.
The Fix
  • Cleanse with something that doesn’t strip your skin dry
  • Hydrate with a lightweight moisturiser that locks in water, not shine
  • Exfoliate 2–3x a week to get rid of dead skin and prevent blocked pores
  • SPF if you're outdoors - even if it’s cloudy

That's it. Functional. Fast. Done.

The Misconception: Shine ≠ Healthy Glow

Shine is a signal that your skin’s off balance

When skin is imbalanced - either too dry (causing rebound oil production) or too oily - the result is the same: unwanted shine.
The Fix

Smart Hydration, Fast Absorption.  Look for ingredients like:

  • Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) – helps regulate oil production and improve skin texture
  • Glycerin – draws in moisture without shine
  • Squalane skin-compatible, lightweight hydrator

Empower. Strengthen. Heal. Uplift.