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Glow Begins With Flow

Esker founder Shannon sat down with lymphatic specialist Sabrina Sweet, founder of The Miss Lymph Method to get answers on puffiness, fluid flow, and what actually works — and why your body care ritual matters more than you think.

03/26/2026

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Mother's Day Should Happen at Night — and It Should Last Forty Minutes

The gift she should receive at this hour is a bath — and there is a real, biological reason it works better at night than at any other point in the day. The body's core temperature rises in the bath and falls again about an hour after she steps out, and that drop is one of the strongest cues the brain reads as a signal to sleep.

04/27/2026

The Naked Truth: Alda Leung

If you’ve seen Andie Swim’s viral campaigns with Sydney Sweeney, Demi Moore and Mindi Kaling, you’ve seen the wanderlust-filled work of this week's Naked Truth feature, Alda Leung — the Creative Director at Andie Swim. The Brooklyn-based creative’s keen eye for detail brings the spirit of adventure to life in every shoot. But when she’s not busy jetting off to dream beach destinations for work, she escapes to her bathtub. We sat with Alda to hear more about how she creates time and space for herself. That is, when she gets the chance to sneak away from her toddler.

07/11/2023

The Magic of Magnesium

The Magnesium Bath Enhancer is a different kind of product. It's a concentrated liquid made with magnesium chloride (a form the skin takes up far more efficiently than sulfate), paired with a blend of naturally occurring plant terpenes that help carry the minerals deeper through the skin barrier.

04/23/2026

20 Questions with Esker Beauty: Shannon Davenport

Our new series kicks off with our own founder and resident Chief Bath Person, Shannon Davenport, on bubbles, period baths, phone calls from the tub, and the beauty habit she'll defend forever.

06/05/2026

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[Why Your Skin Feels Different in Summer (And What to Do About It)](/content/blogs/news/why-your-skin-feels-different-in-summer-and-what-to-do-about-it ""/index.html)

07/20/2026 by Shannon Davenport

[20 Questions with Esker Beauty: Shannon Davenport](/content/blogs/news/20-questions-with-esker-beauty-shannon-davenport ""/index.html)

06/05/2026 by Esker Beauty

[Mother's Day Should Happen at Night — and It Should Last Forty Minutes](/content/blogs/news/mothers-day-bath-at-night ""/index.html)

04/27/2026 by Shannon Davenport

[The Magic of Magnesium](/content/blogs/news/the-magic-of-magnesium ""/index.html)

04/23/2026 by Shannon Davenport

[The Bath Enhancer That Sold Out — And the Story Behind Its Return](/content/blogs/news/the-bath-enhancer-that-sold-out-and-the-story-behind-its-return ""/index.html)

The Magnesium Bath Enhancer sold out every time we made it. People were obsessed. So we pulled it off the shelves — on purpose. Here’s the full story.

04/12/2026 by Shannon Davenport

[The Complete Guide to Dry Brushing & Body Exfoliation](/content/blogs/news/dry-brushing-body-exfoliation-guide ""/index.html)

Dry brushing is exactly what it sounds like: you take a brush with natural, stiff bristles and brush your dry skin in long, sweeping strokes before you shower. It's one of the oldest forms of body exfoliation — versions of it have been practiced in Ayurvedic medicine, ancient Greek bathhouses, and Japanese bathrooms for centuries.

04/07/2026 by Shannon Davenport

[What Is Body Planing? A Modern Approach to an Ancient Ritual](/content/blogs/news/what-is-body-planing-guide ""/index.html)

04/07/2026 by Shannon Davenport

[Glow Begins With Flow](/content/blogs/news/glow-begins-with-flow ""/index.html)

03/26/2026 by Shannon Davenport

[Valentine's Day Gift Guide: The Ritual of Self-Love](/content/blogs/news/valentines-day-gift-guide-the-ritual-of-self-love ""/index.html)

Discover the wellness rituals behind our Valentine's Day gift guide. Learn how aromatherapy, mineral bathing, body oils, and lymphatic support can help regulate your nervous system and create moments of grounding self-care.

02/03/2026 by Shannon Davenport

[Shower Steamer Guide: Placement, Breathing, Results](/content/blogs/news/shower-steamer-guide-placement-breathing-results ""/index.html)

10/20/2025 by Shannon Davenport

[Steam Away Stress: Why Shower Steamers Are Your New Wellness Hack](/content/blogs/news/steam-away-stress-why-shower-steamers-are-your-new-wellness-hack ""/index.html)

Inhalation aromatherapy allows essential oil molecules to enter the nasal passages, where they directly affect the limbic system—the part of the brain responsible for emotions, memory, and behavior.

10/01/2024 by Shannon Davenport

[Breathe Easy: 3 Reasons Synthetic Fragrances Don't Belong in Your Shower](/content/blogs/news/breathe-easy-3-reasons-synthetic-fragrances-dont-belong-in-your-shower ""/index.html)

Here are 3 key reasons to make the switch from mystery shower steamers with dyes and undisclosed chemical fragrances to plant-based aromatherapy powered by essential oils.

10/01/2024 by Shannon Davenport

[The Naked Truth: Kristin O'Keefe Merrick and Lindsay Shookus](/content/blogs/news/the-naked-truth-kristin-okeefe-merrick-and-lindsay-shookus ""/index.html)

Today’s interview definitely hits home for Team Esker because, well, we’re mostly women who work f#%kng hard! On this week’s special double feature edition of the Naked Truth, we’re speaking to the founders of the incredible organization, Women Work F#%kng Hard (WWFH), Kristin O’Keefe Merrick and Lindsay Shookus. The two have been best friends since college, and they founded WWFH in 2018 to uplift and connect women across different industries. Their motto: “You don’t have to be the richest, or most connected person to help empower and advocate for women.” While this powerhouse duo does incredible work, they’re complete opposites when it comes to bathing rituals. Kristin is a die-hard bath person, while Lindsay loves an efficient shower. We chatted all about their individual routines, why women need to stop feeling guilty about self-care and what the bodycare boom has to say about society’s mental health.

08/08/2023 by Isabella Reyes

[The Naked Truth: Alda Leung](/content/blogs/news/the-naked-truth-alda-leung ""/index.html)

07/11/2023 by Isabella Reyes

[The Naked Truth: Greg Foley](/content/blogs/news/the-naked-truth-greg-foley ""/index.html)

Today, we’re so excited to welcome Esker’s Creative Director (and Shannon’s husband!), Greg Foley, to share the Naked Truth. The award-winning author-illustrator and former creative director at Visionaire, V Magazine and VMAN is no stranger to the importance of sticking to a process. Whether he’s meticulously designing body tools like the Allover Roller or the Body Plane or strictly adhering to his 20-minute wellness soak, Greg embodies taking time to take care. We sat down to talk through his favorite bathtime rituals and how the bathroom could be everyone's daily sanctuary.

06/17/2023 by Isabella Reyes

[The Naked Truth: Shannon Davenport](/content/blogs/news/the-naked-truth-shannon-davenport ""/index.html)

For our inaugural feature, who better to chat with than our very own resident bath person and fearless leader, Shannon Davenport? A devoted mother of two and founder of Esker Beauty, Shannon understands the importance of finding tranquility in her regular baths. (Her devotion to baths is a major part of our brand story.) We sat down to find the Naked Truth about Shannon’s perfected bathing ritual (which may or may not include checking emails), her dream bath destination and whether or not sheactuallyfeels clean in the bath.

06/05/2023 by Isabella Reyes

[Hot or Cold? 3 Tips to Finding the Ideal Temperature for the Tub](/content/blogs/news/hot-or-cold-3-tips-to-finding-the-ideal-temperature-for-the-tub ""/index.html)

We all know the joy of soaking in a warm bath. Whether you're looking to relax, rejuvenate, or escape from the hustle and bustle of the world, taking a tub can do wonders for your mind, body and skin. But a crucial element of a therapeutic dip is undoubtedly water temperature.

04/22/2023 by Shannon Davenport

[How to Celebrate Self-Love This Valentine’s Day](/content/blogs/news/celebrate-self-love ""/index.html)

Choosing to be single has overcome the taboos of 90s tabloids and annoying relatives, and we’re here for it. Except we don’t call it being single. We call it choosing self-love. Here are a few tips on how to celebrate self-love in the tub this Valentine’s Day.

02/07/2023 by Esker Team

[Bath People Explore: What Baths Mean To Me](/content/blogs/news/baths-win ""/index.html)

For all you yet-to-be bath converts, we've teamed up with some of our favorite bath people to share their love of baths and how they make the time their own. Read on and get inspired for your upcomingwinter baths.

12/06/2022 by Isabella Reyes

[Gifts for The Bath Lover in Your Life](/content/blogs/news/gifts-for-the-bath-lover-in-your-life ""/index.html)

From mood setters to in-bath entertainment, we’ve brought together an amazing mix of female-owned, sustainable brands that we’re proud to shop with.

11/08/2022 by Esker Team

[Yes, You Can Get Clean in the Bath](/content/blogs/news/yes-you-can-get-clean-in-the-bath ""/index.html)

Can you actually get clean in a bath? Yes — here's why baths are more hygienic than you think, plus tips for making every soak both cleansing and deeply relaxing.

09/14/2022 by Isabella Reyes

[Take a Bath for a More Positive Period](/content/blogs/news/bathing-on-your-period ""/index.html)

Taking a bath when you’re on your period may seem weird, even a bit gross at times. But as loud and proud bath people, we have found that - with the proper setup and tools in place - your period can be prime time to take a bath.

09/14/2022 by Isabella Reyes

[Why Each Ingredient Matters: Esker Body Oils](/content/blogs/news/why-each-ingredient-matters-esker-body-oils ""/index.html)

Traditionally, essential oils are derived using steam distillation, a process that yields a concentrated pure plant liquid. By contrast, a supercritical extraction - like a CO2 extraction - occurs from a process where pressurized gas dissolves the natural components of the plant into a liquid format. This process saves the oils from the deteriorating effects of heat.

08/19/2022 by Isabella Reyes

[There's Nothing Plastic About Our Commitment To The Earth](/content/blogs/news/plastic-waste ""/index.html)

In support of Plastic-Free July, we’re sharing some of the actionable steps we’re taking in partnership with CleanHub, to reduce a major skincare industry byproduct: plastic waste.

07/08/2022 by Isabella Reyes

[How to Prep Your Skin for Summer, Naturally](/content/blogs/news/summer-skin-prep ""/index.html)

Are we alone in our_Woo hoo! It’s summer / Oh crap! It’s summer_mood swings? We didn’t think so. Suddenly the sun is shining and our favorite summer frocks are calling our name. But we are still wearing winter on our skin.

We’ve developed a few easy bath rituals to get your skin short-skirt ready quickly and, most importantly, naturally.

06/07/2022 by Isabella Reyes

[How to Get Hailey Bieber's $350 Lymphatic Massage At Home](/content/blogs/news/celebrity-lymphatic-massage ""/index.html)

According to a recent article in the Wall Street Journal, Hailey Bieber, Ariana Grande and Kourtney Kardashian are big lymphatic massage fans. The benefits? Lymphatic massage or drainage can aid with everything from improving circulation, boosting immunity and taming bloating.

05/30/2022 by Isabella Reyes

[3 Mental Health Benefits of A Bathing Routine](/content/blogs/news/bath-mental-health ""/index.html)

Research studies have shown that both warm and cold bathing offer a wide range of physical and mental health benefits to alleviate anxiety.

05/02/2022 by Isabella Reyes

[Celebrating Women's Month 2022: Women Who Inspire Us](/content/blogs/news/power-women ""/index.html)

03/01/2022 by Isabella Reyes

[Things You Should Know When Showering With A Partner](/content/blogs/news/showering-with-a-partner ""/index.html)

02/07/2022 by Jane Bornstein

[8 Unexpected Bathing Benefits](/content/blogs/news/8-unexpected-bathing-benefits ""/index.html)

Discover our Top 8 Unexpected Bathing Benefits and learn more about how regular bathing can change your life for the better! (sounds dramatic but we’re not messing around!)

01/07/2022 by Jane Bornstein

[5 Night Time Rituals For The Best Sleep Ever](/content/blogs/news/night-time-rituals-to-set-you-up-for-the-best-sleep-ever ""/index.html)

It is hard to believe that there was ever a time when we would brawl with our parents over our imminent bedtime. Now, my bedtime ritual is, without a doubt, the highlight of my day. My nighttime routine marks the time when I disconnect from the hectic pace of the dayand gear down for a tranquil, cozy night in. So slip into your silkiest pajamas, light that cozy candle and keep reading for my favorite rituals and products to set you up for the best sleep ever!

12/15/2021 by Jane Bornstein

[Why You Should Be Gifting Bath & Body Products to Make Every Day a Spa Day](/content/blogs/news/why-you-should-be-gifting-bath-body-products-to-make-every-day-a-spa-day ""/index.html)

11/23/2021 by Jane Bornstein

[Our Cozy Holiday Gift Guide](/content/blogs/news/our-cozy-holiday-gift-guide ""/index.html)

We've rounded up some sure-fire hits that any woman would love! We have everything from silky jammies to workout gear. So whether she’s chillin on the couch this holiday season, or up in the gym working on her fitness, we have you covered. Keep reading for our 2021 Holiday Season Gift Giving picks!

11/17/2021 by Jane Bornstein

[Next Level Sustainability: Decoding 'Compostable' Packaging](/content/blogs/news/home-compostable-packaging ""/index.html)

When compostable packaging started appearing on the market, it was exciting! We started seeing compostable mailers, bowls, to-go containers everywhere.

Turns out, there are some key details in the fine print. As exciting as widespread sustainability measures can be, they can actually be more harmful than helpful.

07/29/2021 by Shannon Davenport

[The Culture of Bathing](/content/blogs/news/the-culture-of-bathing ""/index.html)

Submerging oneself in water is an age-old way to find relief. Picture: wading into rivers, streams, hot springs, lakes. But where did the tradition of hot water as toxin release come from? Join us as we go back in time to examine the roof of bathing, and where our modern soaking traditions originated from.

06/29/2021 by Shannon Davenport

[The Price of a Bubble Bath](/content/blogs/news/the-price-of-a-bubble-bath ""/index.html)

Sulfates are the thing that makes your soap, toothpaste, shampoo, lather. They remove oils and grease (which is why you'll also find them in household cleaners). But do they do more harm than good?

06/16/2021 by Shannon Davenport

[Not all exfoliation is equal: Learn the difference](/content/blogs/news/not-all-exfoliation-is-equal-learn-the-difference ""/index.html)

Not all exfoliation is created equal. Learn the difference between the methods, and find the one best for you.

05/19/2021 by Shannon Davenport

[Our Self-Care Secret: A Bath, A Book, & A Face Mask](/content/blogs/news/our-self-care-secret-a-bath-a-book-a-face-mask ""/index.html)

We spend a lot of our time bathing, reading, and indulging in skincare rituals — but combining the three is our favorite form of self-care. Inspired by our new Bath Board, we’ve rounded up the best face mask and book pairings for your next dip in the tub. Think of it like the self-care version of pairing a good wine with dinner.

04/29/2021 by Isabella Reyes

[Clean Beauty for the Skin Below the Chin](/content/blogs/news/clean-beauty-for-the-skin-below-the-chin ""/index.html)

There's a lot of conflicting language in the beauty industry; all the time we hear about new products that are "clean, natural, sustainable," or even "green". But what does clean really mean?

04/21/2021 by Shannon Davenport

[Another Kind of Half Bath](/content/blogs/news/another-kind-of-half-bath ""/index.html)

04/07/2021 by Shannon Davenport

[Water is Life: The healing effects are right there in your bathroom](/content/blogs/news/water-is-life ""/index.html)

There's a reason why bathing, swimming, and showering feels so good; this miraculous element gives us life; literally.

03/04/2021 by Shannon Davenport

[Benefits Of Taking Long Baths — & Time For Yourself](/content/blogs/news/bathing-benefits ""/index.html)

02/24/2021 by Isabella Reyes

[Bathing 101: How to Craft the Perfect Bath](/content/blogs/news/craft-the-perfect-bath ""/index.html)

01/19/2021 by antidote team

[Esker Explores: The Difference Between Dry vs. Dehydrated Skin](/content/blogs/news/esker-explores-the-difference-between-dry-vs-dehydrated-skin ""/index.html)

As winter approaches, we're exploring the differences between dry vs. dehydrated skin and the ingredients we use to treat each one.

11/16/2020 by Emma Trevino

[Preserving the Life of Your Body Tools](/content/blogs/news/preserving-the-life-of-your-body-tools ""/index.html)

If you’ve got dry brushes, rollers, or gua sha tools sitting in your bathroom and you’re just now realizing you’ve never given them the same cleaning and care as you do for your makeup brushes, this guide is for you.

11/01/2020 by Shannon Davenport

[From Bathroom to Day Spa: How to Transform Your Space into a Personal Sanctuary](/content/blogs/news/from-bathroom-to-day-spa-how-to-transform-your-space-into-a-personal-sanctuary ""/index.html)

All of our favorite products and rituals that help us turn a mundane bathroom routine into a luxurious, at-home day spa getaway.

09/25/2020 by Shannon Davenport

[Recycling Right: How to Properly Toss Your Empty Products](/content/blogs/news/recycling-right-how-to-properly-toss-your-empty-products ""/index.html)

If you’ve reached the end of your Esker body oil or any other beauty product and you’re not exactly sure what to do next, read on. Here’s your go-to guide to correctly tossing all of your empty products.

09/09/2020 by Emma Trevino

[How To Use Our Body Plane: Easy Techniques for Smooth & Exfoliated Summer Skin](/content/blogs/news/how-to-use-our-body-plane ""/index.html)

07/04/2020 by Emma Trevino

[Your Softest, Cleanest Skin Yet: The Body Plane Tool](/content/blogs/news/meet-the-body-plane ""/index.html)

When you use the Body Plane on oiled skin for the first time (and every time), you’ll notice how much dead skin and dirt lifts away from the surface with the oil. We liken it to using a Bioré pore strip: kind of gross to see what was sitting on your skin but satisfying that you sloughed it off. It’s also a lot like getting a dermaplaning facial, but the amount of dead skin and debris exfoliated from your arms and legs is usually more significant than what comes off of your face.

06/17/2020 by Emma Trevino

[Body Oils for Growing Bellies](/content/blogs/news/body-oils-for-growing-bellies ""/index.html)

04/13/2020 by Emma Trevino

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