Korean Dermatology + French Beauty = Dr. Esthe
Dr. Esthé skincare combines medicine with beauty, making it a safe and smart option for glowing skin. Here's why this K-beauty line is more than just a trend.
Who is “Dr. Esthé”?
Dr. Esthé is the name of a Korean skincare line developed by Pharmacist Kim Bong-Jae. In addition to Pharmacist Kim, the line was formulated by over 100 dermatologists and tested in medical facilities across South Korea.
The name combines Korean dermatology and Western medicine practices (hence the "Dr.”) with French beauty and the loving touch of an aesthetician (hence the "Esthé"). Kim wanted to create truly healthy products that felt almost like skin supplements rather than trendy cosmetics.
What products do they have?
They make all steps of skincare lines, from serums to SPF. While Dr. Esthé products specialize in treating sensitive and sensitized skin, anyone can use them. They are hypoallergenic and contain the highest-quality pharmaceutical ingredients. Dr. Esthé is a great line for anyone and everyone looking for healthier skin. All products are carefully crafted from the inside out.
Where can you find Dr. Esthé?
Dr. Esthé is wildly popular in South Korea, but you won't find it in department stores. Dr. Esthé is exclusively sold in medical practices, plastic surgery hospitals, and dermatologists' offices
When did Skin MPLS discover the line?
As you know, we're always on the hunt for acne-safe moisturizers, and in 2020, we came across their Dual Barrier Lotion – and the rest is history! After Dual Barrier Lotion became one of our most popular products, we started testing their serums and SPF as well. As we continue to monitor all new skincare lines, K-beauty especially, Dr. Esthé continues to set the bar high. Dual Barrier Lotion is well-loved for its perfect weight and its rare ability to both hydrate AND moisturize the skin (learn more about that here).
Why splurge when you can find such low-cost K-beauty online?
It's true that "medical-grade" skincare has no prerequisites to be considered truly medical-grade; however, Dr. Esthé is as "medical" as you can get. It's conceptualized by dermatologists and made in a lab by a pharmacist, with quality and carefully chosen ingredients. Bonus: it's made with the love and passion of French beauty.
Worried about the cost? Dr. Esthé sizes are at least double the typical American serums and moisturizers we see, actually making Dr. Esthé a great value. If you want to take your skincare seriously, it’s worth sticking with the gold standard in Korean medical skincare.
Where to start? The cult favorite Dual Barrier Lotion is a must, and the cost per ounce is lower than most over-the-counter moisturizers!