About QESSENCE

QESSENCE was founded by Israel Calderon, a master barber whose career began in 1998 with a dream: to create premium grooming products that represent both quality and culture. After graduating from the Raph Amodei Hair Institute in Philadelphia, he launched his career in Willingboro, NJ, quickly gaining recognition and styling some of the top names in professional sports — including

#54 Jeremiah Trotter, #20 Brian Dawkins, #73 Shawn Andrews, and #7 Mariano Duncan. In 2005, Israel was honored to serve as the official barber for the Philadelphia Eagles during their Super Bowl appearance.

Driven by pride in his Dominican roots, Israel named the brand Q-Essence — with “Q” standing for Quisqueya, a patriotic name for the Dominican Republic, and “Essence” representing purity, excellence, and integrity.

Today, Q-Essence is part of Seneb Corporation, offering clean, high-performance hair and skincare products crafted with honesty, dignity, and a deep commitment to quality.

All Natural Ingredients


At Qessence, we take immense pride in crafting high-quality cosmetic products made with 100% all-natural ingredients. Every formula is thoughtfully created in the heart of the Dominican Republic, using locally sourced botanicals and time-honored traditions. We believe that nature provides everything needed for healthy, radiant skin—free from harsh chemicals or synthetic additives. Our commitment to purity, sustainability, and transparency is at the core of everything we do. With Qessence, you can trust that what you’re putting on your body is as natural and nourishing as nature intended.