Skintessential: Charlotte Winter Brings the Whitening Secret in PH
Have you ever looked at someone and thought, “Wait, bakit parang may sarili siyang ring light?” Chances are, you were looking at Charlotte Winter. At 23, she’s already a model, entrepreneur, and influencer—and now, the founder of Skintessential, a skincare line ready to shake up the Philippine beauty Market.
If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping out with a natural, filter-like glow, now’s the time to add Skintessential to your cart. The beauty secret that kept Thailand glowing is finally here—and Charlotte Winter is ready to share it with the Philippines.
The Start of Skintessentials
Charlotte didn’t stumble into business overnight. She poured in time, money, and determination to make her dream happen.
“Aside from investing time and money, I’m aware na very competitive and saturated ang skincare market. Mahirap makapenetrate, but knowing that didn’t stop me because I genuinely want to share the skincare secrets I discovered in Thailand with my fellow Filipinas,” she shared.
Balancing multiple careers made it tougher. “One of the biggest challenges is juggling this with my career. Modelling and influencing are still my main jobs, pero dahil dream ko talaga ang Skintessential, may times na I intentionally don’t accept collaborations para makapag-focus ako sa business,” Charlotte said.
To fully commit, she flew to Thailand and spent three months studying why their skincare routines seemed to deliver filter-like results. That research became the foundation of Skintessential.
Charlotte also credits her mentors and close business-minded friends for guiding her. “I’m really lucky to have a few private friends. Hindi sila sikat, pero they’re very successful businessmen and businesswomen. They’ve been mentoring me and encouraging me to pursue this path seriously. They’ve been instrumental sa journey ko as an entrepreneur.”
Instead of launching with dozens of confusing products, Charlotte started simple—with three essentials: a tinted sunscreen, bleaching cream, and whitening lotion.
The Beauty Within
For Charlotte, this brand isn’t just about profit. It’s personal.
“I’ve experienced what it’s like to feel insecure about my skin, and I know many girls go through the same thing. When I discovered the skincare secrets in Thailand that worked for me, I knew I had to share it,” she said.
She designed Skintessential for all skin types and genders, promising inclusivity and accessibility. The products are also FDA-approved, ensuring safety while drawing inspiration from trusted Thai formulas.
You’re Essential—and so is Your Skin
Charlotte believes in discipline over shortcuts. Unlike many, she avoids gluta drips and instant fixes. “It’s not magic, it’s discipline,” she explained.
Her own glow has sparked comments online about looking “filtered” even when she wasn’t. That pushed her to build a brand that empowers others to achieve confidence without edits. “Noong na-achieve ko na yung skin na gusto ko, doon ko narealize na hindi pala natin kailangang mag-filter para ma-feel na maganda tayo.”
Looking ahead, she envisions collaborating with influencers and artists to represent Skintessential. “I definitely believe in the power of influencers and celebrities to represent my brand. They can help communicate the values behind our products, and show real results. Darating tayo d’yan soon. I’m just taking it one step at a time to make sure everything is aligned with our brand vision.”
More than just a brand vision, Charlotte wants her customers to see skincare as self-love. “You’re Essential—and so is Your Skin. I believe that loving yourself means taking care of yourself, inside and out. And skincare is a form of self-love. If you truly value yourself, you’ll never feel guilty for investing in your glow.”
Her advice for younger girls is to slow down and not give in to pressure from unrealistic beauty standards. “A smart skincare routine and choosing the right products for your skin type is enough. Trust the process. Huwag madaliin. Minsan kasi sa pagmamadali natin, mas lalo lang nasisira ang skin natin.”
Skintessential officially launched last September 1, right in time for the 9.9 Double Digit Sale on Shopee and TikTok. Shoppers can enjoy up to 30% off—a perfect chance to start a new skincare routine without breaking the bank.
With Skintessential, Charlotte Winter proves that glowing skin isn’t about shortcuts, it’s about consistency, self-love, and the right care. Her brand brings Thailand’s beauty secrets to the Philippines, making confidence accessible for everyone.
