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How Often Should You Use Tamanu Oil?

How Often Should You Use Tamanu Oil?

Tamanu oil. It’s like stumbling upon a secret nobody ever told you about—except, in this case, it’s a greenish liquid gold known for healing drynes...

The Best Body Lotion for Aging Skin: A Love Letter to Miracle Lotions

Listen, aging skin deserves a little extra TLC. As time rolls on (and somehow picks up speed), our skin shifts into “high-maintenance mode.” It’s d...

The Artist Gill and the Island Essence Vintage Line

In 2001 Island Essence created the Tropical Elegance Body and Spa line, and the owners purchased some of Gill’s work for their labels. Created by t...

Where to Buy Soy Candles in Hawaii: Your Nose Deserves Paradise

So, let’s talk our favorite subject for a minute: candles. Are we the only ones that just can’t get enough? So many scents! So much ambiance! They ...

What are the Benefits of Kukui Nut Oil?

Let’s talk about Kukui nut oil—especially, let’s answer the question, what are the benefits of Kukui Nut oil? Kukio Nut Oil is the quiet, unbothere...

Apparently it’s THE new Skincare, but Where to buy Moringa Oil from Hawaii?

Let’s talk about Moringa oil. Yes, Moringa oil. The unsung hero of glow-up culture, the secret sauce of hydration, the Beyoncé of botanical skincar...

What to Buy in Hawaii

When you think of Hawaii, you might picture crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, and breathtaking sunsets. But there's more to the islands th...

Hawaiian Essential Oils: The Skincare Power Players You Didn’t Know You Needed

Tamanu oil, Kukui nut oil, Coconut oil, and Moringa oil—the Fab Four Hawaiian essential oils of natural beauty. Each one brings its own brand of ma...

Skincare Explained: What Can you Use Coconut Oil for

You’ve heard of it, we know you have. It really is a super star amongst…everything. So are you asking “what can you use Coconut oil for?” Then Join...

Products Made in Hawaii: The Beauty of Local Craftsmanship

You can’t deny it, there’s something truly magical about owning products that are not only beautiful but also deeply connected to the place they co...

Body Oils for Women: Your New Go-To for Glow and Hydration

Let’s get real—body oils are having a major moment. And no, they’re not just for spa junkies or people whose Instagram feeds are filled with ethere...

Where Can I Buy Tamanu Oil in Hawaii?

If you’ve heard the buzz about Tamanu oil—that green-gold miracle oil known for soothing skin, healing scars, and tackling just about every skin co...

Why Purchase the Best Hawaii Soap From Island Essence?

Island Essence has been delivering Maui's best Hawaii soap and body care items. All our products are handcrafted to perfection to give you the best...