essano Clear Complexion Certified Organic Detoxifying Serum Review

I think this was really good at helping control my oily zones, such as my nose. It has a weird kinda earthy smell like the rest of the products in this range. The one thing I really didn't like was that it left a bit of a film on my skin like it didn't absorb all that well, which I'm sure is great for making sure the serum works its magic, but it felt kinda gross. Overall a decent product which I would definitely keep around to use a few times a week or just as needed.

This serum I think is sort of inspired by Korean serums that are meant to detoxify, tighten and clear skin. My first impression was the smell - bitter planty smell but it goes away as soon as its on. It goes sticky almost instantly on the skin but thats normal as it absorbs in. It does leave a thin sticky layer that doesnt go away but thats when I put on the moisturizing products. Its a really good first step in the skin care routine as I've definitely noticed that it prevents current breakouts from worsening and makes my skin tighter. The only iffy sides to it is the small and the film it leaves that can still be there the same day.

Prior to the BR trial for under 25's, I had never used a serum on my face (especially as part of my normal skin care routine) but I was very impressed by the Essano Clear Complexion: Detoxifying Serum for a few reasons. Firstly, I enjoyed the simple packaging of the product as it comes in a small metal-like pump canister with a lid. This product would be easy to use when travelling and it's pump feature made application straight-forward. A little amount of this product was all that was need as I found it quite potent - thus the effects could be felt almost instantly, tightening my skin. After application I did notice a natural looking shine on my skin (perhaps this was also a result of using the product in-conjunction with the other Essano range). The detoxifiying serum left a pleasant smell and assist in clearing my pores - especially the under-the-skin pimples. Of all the products from this range I would readily buy the Detoxifying serum for my skin care routine!

I really love the bottle, its really nice to have something different from a plastic bottle. The product has quite a liquid consistency, and you really only need 1 pump not 2 or 3 as the directions say. It feels quite sticky on the skin, but this stickiness goes aware after applying the moisturiser. The one thing I really don’t like about this product is the smell. It smells woody, but not in a good way! I probably wont buy this product in the future, simply because of the scent. I like the idea behind this product, and I do believe it has helped my skin but because of the smell I wouldn’t.

I love natural products, as they usually seem to work with my sensitive skin, and am always on the hunt for more, so this product was right up my alley. The packaging is similar to those in the range- white and pink with some silver. It had a pump nozzle, which I found a bit hard to use- it was a bit stiff and hard to control the amount of product that came out. It was had to get it to do a half pump, so it had to be one or two full pumps (if that makes sense). I usually found that one pump was enough, and sometimes I would need a bit more so I just unscrewed the lid to get it out, as it was hard to use the pump to get a small amount of product out. This smells different from the other products in the range, it has a bit of an off smell, more like a mix of tea and bark (sounds odd I know, the only way I can describe it), and wasn’t unpleasant. The texture of this was really smooth and spread really easily. It soaked in super quickly and left my skin feeling smooth. I have noticed my skin has become clearer and I haven’t really had a breakout (odd pimples here and there) since using this for the past 4 weeks. My skin is more dry than oily, however I sometimes get oily in my T-zone, which I have found to be less after using this. My skin is sensitive and did not react at all or get red/itchy or anything from using this so that was great! All in all, I did like this product and will continue to use it!

First off I have to admit I do not like the smell. The Serum is my least favourite in terms of smell of this skin care regime. It is hard to explain but it smells really earthy or woody or something. I usually just hold my breath while I rub it in. However it seems to have worked really well on my skin! In conjunction with the rest of this regime my skin has been left so soft and my skin tone has evened up so much! My skin is so much more hydrated and yet less oily and shiny so it's a win win from using this product! The texture of this product is like a thin gel so it spreads well, 2 pumps can cover my entire face and neck which means a little goes a long way!

I tried this product with the complete Essano Clear Complexion range that BR sent me!

I love the packaging for this product. It's really simple and sophisticated and the pump makes it feel very high quality.

The product does have quite an interesting smell - my friend described it as over ripe kiwifruit and I would have to agree. Call me crazy but I kind of warmed to the smell after using it quite regularly.

I believe the product had a great effect on my skin. I have used witch hazel products and other products on my chin to try and prevent my monthly breakouts but have always been unsuccessful. I've had great skin this month and I think I can attribute that to the whole range and this serum.

I find the texture really smoothing and think that this serum is a great (and will be an ongoing) part of my skincare routine.

This comes in a little metallic pump bottle that has a plastic lid. I like that it has a lid (unlike other serum bottles) which keeps it a little more hygienic. Although they recommend two or three pumps, I find that just one pump is enough for my face as well as the front of my neck.

This has quite a thin gel like texture, and spreads extremely easily. I think this might be why I only need a little bit to cover a large area. It feels soothing and very light to apply and there is no sticky residue left on top of my face afterwards.

This absorbs quickly, and leaves my face feeling 'dried' quickly, which lets me move onto my next step in the routine. I'm not ure how well it combats acne, since I've been trying this in a routine with other products from this line. But it does certainly work well with the other products and moisturises my face nicely.

There isn't much of a smell from this one. It's like a natural, sesame seed and traditional ointment smell. It's very light and I actually quite like it.

Overally I think this i great value, like many of the other items from this range. I would seriously use this instead of my moituriser on really hot days where a full on face cream feels too heavy. You get a fair amount of product for your money, and it'll last a few months because you only need a bit each time.

Again super cute packaging and good sized product. I personally found this product more fragranced then the others with did slightly tingle my skin but it felt great on my skin after it settled down a bit and made my skin super glowing and smooth.

I used this after the other products and found it worked great with the other products.

I like the packing in this range. Sweet and simple.

I had never used a serum before and didn't know what to expect. I was honestly pleasantly surprised.

Although the smell is a bit strange (almost a woody smell) and it felt a little sticky after application, I really liked this.

I felt like it made my skin soft, glowy and helped control oil.

I liked the pump bottle but it only needs 1-2 pumps to cover your face and neck.