SKINCARE

Green Tea is a potent antioxidant which helps fight free radical damage from pollution, UV rays and other harmful components. It also soothes damaged skin and has great anti-ageing benefits. 

Research has established that topical application of green tea leaves or extracts have many benefits for skin, including anti-ageing properties. The polyphenols in green tea possess potent antioxidant and skin-soothing properties, and show significant promise for improving the appearance of sun-damaged skin. 

Green tea fights skin cancer by promoting DNA repair. It has a powerful antioxidant called EGCG that fights DNA damage from UV rays to prevent skin cancer. 

Green tea extract and tea bags naturally contain some caffeine, a known vasoconstrictor, which can help reduce puffiness of dark circles and bloating of the face when applied topically. Paired with green tea EGCG’s anti-inflammatory properties, green tea extract is an extremely effective way to reduce swelling and redness of the skin.

When used consistently as part of your regular skincare regimen, green tea extract can have a phenomenal impact on skin health. By increasing your skin’s ability to retain moisture over time and reducing inflammation, you will see subtle improvements in your skin complexion within the first few weeks of use. 

Scientific name: Cameillia sinesis 

Antioxidant | Anti-aging | Free radical damage

Ginkgo Biloba is a powerful antioxidant that helps skin health. It has strong anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties which helps to treat acne, eczema, or other types of facial redness and inflammation.

 It's known to help with skin texture and also protects skin from harmful UVB rays. 

Ginkgo Biloba also helps with reducing the appearance of pigmentation and dark spots

Ginkgo Biloba is extremely rich in Vitamin E which will prevent from skin problems such as scars, stretch marks, acne, patchiness and pimples.

Also known for its anti-ageing benefits, Ginkgo Biloba works to reclaim youthful-looking skin, decreasing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

The tree has a reputation for being “tough” and able to withstand difficult environments, as it is resistant to disease and insects, though it grows best in soils that are well watered and well drained.

Extracts from ginkgo leaves have also shown to help with oily skin and clogged pores as well as for people with sensitive skin.

Finally, ginkgo is a natural cleanser. This means it can help clean the skin of dirt, oils, impurities and other debris. Some cleansing masks are including ginkgo already for this purpose.

Scientific name: Ginkgo Biloba

Anti Ageing | Anti inflammatory | Pigmentation

A popular herbal supplement said to help with all kinds of issues—from enhancing memory and physical stamina to defending against illnesses. Applied to skin, ginseng root delivers numerous antioxidant compounds, including various flavonoids, as well as being a decent source of B vitamins. Research has also shown that topical application of ginseng root boosts skin hydration, diminishes rough texture, helps fade uneven skin tone, and help visibly improve wrinkles by working within skin to bolster its natural firmness.

No matter what your skin type is or what your concerns with your complexion may be, chances are, ginseng can probably assist you. That's because ginseng is a natural skin balancer,

Ginseng's popularity in Korean skin care, in particular, dates back to the early 1500s. Legend has it that ginseng was the biggest skin-care secret of Hwang Jini,  known as the most beautiful woman of the Joseon Dynasty.

Even more impressively, several studies have found that ginseng is effective in increasing the production of collagen in the skin's dermis, firming, toning and plumping skin and diminishing wrinkles and fine lines. No matter what your skin type is or what your concerns with your complexion may be, chances are, ginseng can probably assist you.  And if sensitive skin is your worry, ginseng's natural anti-inflammatory properties help quell redness.

Scientific name: Ginseng

Anti Ageing | Anti Oxidant | Skin Balancing

Bilberry is one of the best sources of antioxidant compounds known as anthocyanins, polyphenolic chemicals that give bilberries their dark colour. Not surprisingly, bilberries are similar to blueberries. Applied to skin, bilberry is known to strengthen skin against signs of redness, likely due to its calming properties. 

Bilberry can also boost skin’s environmental defenses in the presence of UVA light.

Bilberry protects, nourishes, tightens, brightens and beautifies the skin. Bilberry works as a tonic and astringent and assists with tightening the skin. Bilberry oil from the bilberry seeds contains tocotrienols, tocopherols and offers nourishment to the skin. The strong antioxidants especially the anthocyanins help to protect the skin from UVA radiation.

Bilberry contains the potent anti-aging benefits of several antioxidants including resveratrol and quercetin as well as vitamins B, C and E.  This extract effectively conditions and boosts the strength of skin tissue while its significant anthocyanoside content (a flavonoid) strengthens capillaries.   It is particularly good for strengthening the delicate tissue 

Bilberry in skin care products promotes vital, radiant, soft, supple and firmer skin. Bilberry is excellent for most skin types and does particularly well with sensitive and mature skin.

Scientific name: Vaccinium myrtillus

Hydrating | Soothing | Protects

Bearberry Bark is a great anti-Inflammatory and also a potent anti oxidant that will protect your skin for free radical damage stresses. 

Bearberries also play a role in  treating acne, inflamed bumps and pimples. Specifically, berberine and other compounds in bearberries may help fight inflammation and infections associated with acne. Studies show bearberry’s skin-brightening effect is due to its high concentration of arbutin. 

A common skin care ailment that many people struggle with is skin discolouration. Whether the discolouration is from sun spots, age spots, acne scars or an uneven skin tone–we’ve all been hit with it at one point or another. Barberry is great to treat pigmentation.

Bearberry extract is made from the leaves of the bearberry plant. It is commonly used as an astringent in cosmetic preparations and skin care products. It is also used as a lightening agent to fade freckles or skin discoloration which may be caused by sun damage or hormonal conditions. 

Bearberry extract is reputed to have antibacterial and antioxidant properties that may be beneficial for cleansing the skin and improving its appearance.

Scientific name: Berberis vulgaris

Treat Acne | Anti-inflammatory | Antioxidant

Cranberries’ high antioxidant content is essential for protecting skin against damaging environmental stressors. Cranberries are incredibly high in polyphenols and Vitamins C and E, which effectively fight free radicals to minimises the visible signs of ageing, including fine lines and wrinkles, hyper-pigmentation and loss of elasticity. Vitamin C, in particular, is crucial to the production of collagen  These nutritious berries are also a natural source of flavonoids (an antioxidant) and salicylic acid (a beta hydroxy acid or BHA). Each of these ingredients has astringent and antiseptic properties that reduce sebum, clear pores and minimize the look of pimples.

The acid in cranberries acts as an exfoliant and vitamins like A and C help boost collagen production. For centuries, cranberries have been valued for the medicinal, antioxidant properties and anti-ageing benefits. 

It enhances cell power, defends your skin against environmental damage due to high concentrations of antioxidants such as vitamin C, B and B-5. Because of its amazing capabilities to protect the skin, cranberry is also among winter treatments to protect your skin against harsh winter conditions. It is beneficial for all skin types but those who have damaged and rough, dull skin can reap huge benefits as it is used as a potent antiseptic and to brighten your skin’s appearance as well.

Scientific name: Vaccinium Macrocarpon

Anti Ageing | Anti Oxidant | Pore minimising

Quandong is a native Australian fruit used throughout the ages by Aboriginal communities for its healing and nutritious properties. Also known as Desert Peach, the fruit contains powerful antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a powerful antioxidant which helps hydrate the skin and reduce pigmentation while helping look younger. 

Containing twice the amount of natural vitamin C than an orange (second only to Kakadu plum in plant-based vitamin C content), Quandong helps to stimulate collagen production to plump up the skin, reduce dark circles and soften fine lines. 

It also protects against free radical damage that damages and dehydrates delicate skin cells to slow down the visible signs of ageing. 

Quandong, the Australian super fruit, with its phenolic acids provides similar benefits to Alpha Hydroxy Acids - gently exfoliating and rejuvenating the skin. Natural actives include: Vitamin C, Ferulic Acid, Rutin, Tryptophan and Phenolic acid.

With twice the vitamin C of an orange, the Quandong fruit delivers big time on this crucial vitamin for skin health. Getting quality doses of vitamin C helps boost collagen production, keeping skin plump and wrinkles at bay. It also helps protect skin from the damaging effects of the sun's UVB and UVA rays. We don’t need to tell you how important daily sunscreen is, but you can also bump up your protection by making sure vitamin C is included in your skincare. Along with vitamin C, vitamin E is an antioxidant on the front line when it comes to defending your skin from aggravators like pollution, stress, smoke and less-than-healthy foods. Found in Quandong, this skin-saving vitamin forms a barrier around cells to keep them hydrated and healthy. Like rutin, vitamin E is also highly anti-inflammatory and relieve itchy, dry, red skin.

Scientific name: Quandong

Anti Ageing | Anti Oxidant | Brightening

Kakadu Plum is a native Australian fruit historically used by Aboriginal people for its healing properties. Over recent years, the popularity of Kakadu Plum as an active ingredient in skincare has risen significantly with many retailers now boasting the benefits of Kakadu Plum in their products. 

As consumers, you should be paying attention to this modern-day miracle ingredient! Kakadu Plum is a potent source of vitamin C, which is key to reducing the visible signs of ageing.While the first fruit that comes to mind when you think of vitamin C is generally an orange, Kakadu Plum contains up to 75 times more vitamin C than the well-known citrus fruit!

Natural vitamin C stimulates the growth of collagen in the skin to increase suppleness, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, plump the skin under the eye to reduce dark circles and improve skin elasticity contributing to a more youthful glow.

We love plant-based vitamin C in skincare but be wary of synthetic vitamin C (often labelled as ascorbic acid or L-ascorbic acid), as any benefits to the skin achieved with this ingredient are purely synthetic.  

Kakadu plum is great for every skin type, but particularly those with blemish prone skin, as this fruit is high in antioxidants that work to detoxify and flush out toxins. 

Let’s get one thing straight – sunburn is never OK! But we understand that it does happen and when it does, Kakadu Plum can be your best friend. Kakadu Plum has evolved to survive the unforgiving outback environment so it’s developed a natural resistance to the harsh effects of the sun that can be passed on to skin.

Scientific name:  Kakadu plum

Plumps | Reduces pigmentation | Youthfulness

Kelp's major benefits for skin come in its anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. 

Anti-oxidants are known to help protect your skin against UVA rays, Xtreme environments and daily pollution. Protecting your skin daily from external factors will help it maintain it's elasticity, reduce wrinkles, and keep it looking younger. 

Anti-inflammatory properties help reduce redness and irritation from the environment, dryness, and existing skin conditions prone to flares or breakouts (ex: eczema, psoriasis, acne). 

Kelp is also a moisturizer. Its high mineral content helps the skin (and hair) retain moisture, reducing the impact of temperature changes and exposure to nature's elements. Algae are very simple, chlorophyll-containing organisms in a family that includes more than 20,000 different known species. In cosmetics, algae act as thickening agents, water-binding agents, and antioxidants. Some algae are also potential skin sensitizers. For example, the phycocyanin present in blue-green algae has been suspected of sensitization on the basis of patch tests.

Other forms of algae, such as Irish moss and carrageenan, contain proteins, vitamin A, sugar, starch, vitamin B1, iron, sodium, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, and calcium. Most of these are beneficial for skin, as emollients, soothing agents, or antioxidants. Its high mineral content helps the skin (and hair) retain moisture, reducing the impact of temperature changes and exposure to nature's elements.

Sea kelp bioferment is loaded with antioxidants that prevent damage to amino acids and protects the cell's membrane. Translation? It helps keep your skin safe from the relentless attacks of free radicals, those little unstable molecules that destroy collagen, form wrinkles and speed up the aging process.

Scientific name: Ascophyllum nodosum

Anti Ageing | Anti Oxidant | Minerals

It is full of Vitamin E and Vitamin A. Thanks to the Vitamin E, sweet almond oil keeps your skin cells healthy, protects your skin from UV radiation damage, and helps your skin look smooth, soft, and free of fine lines. The fatty acids help your skin retain moisture and can heal chapped and irritated skin.

Also known as sweet almond oil, this is a non-volatile, non-fragrant oil extracted from the seeds of almonds. Almond oil is a rich source of skin-replenishing ingredients including triglycerides and several fatty acids and it is not known to cause sensitivity.

Because it’s packed with these vitamins and nutrients, sweet almond oil is a natural skincare superpower. If you’re worried about using oil on your skin—especially if you have oily skin—there’s no need to stress. Sweet almond oil is mostly non-comedogenic, which means it’s unlikely to clog your pores.  

Scientific name: Prunus amygdalus dulcis

Skin Replenishing | Fatty acids | Sensitive

Apricot oil benefits your skin in everyday and in extraordinary ways. It helps anti-age! It helps soften and sooth! It helps revive and replenish dry, maturing skin types!
If you’re not yet using apricot oil in your skincare regimen, you should be. There are vitamins, antioxidants, fatty acids, essential fatty acids and more. Each is unique and each is beneficial for skin. Out of each group, apricot oils high content of antioxidants makes it especially strong in protecting, preventing and rejuvenating all skin types.
Apricot kernel oil contains high amounts of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, dietary fibre and potassium. Vitamin C and E function as antioxidants, protecting your skin against harmful free-radicals. Vitamin A is excellent for improving skin's elasticity and restoring the integrity of skin's lipid barrier. 
Apricot oil moisturises the skin without leaving a greasy residue. It is especially beneficial for oily, hormone reactive or combination skin types. However – because it is so gentle, it can be used on any skin type!

Scientific name: Prunus armeniaca
Vitamin A C E | Anti-Ageing | Non-Greasy

Niacinamide is a skin care ingredient worthy of your attention and your skin will love you for using it. Among a handful of other amazing skin care ingredients such as retinol and vitamin C, niacinamide is a standout because of its versatility for almost any skin care concern and skin type. Also known as vitamin B3 and nicotinamide, niacinamide is a water-soluble vitamin that works with the natural substances in your skin to help visibly minimize enlarged pores, tighten lax pores, improve uneven skin tone, soften fine lines and wrinkles, diminish dullness, and strengthen a weakened surface.

There’s no reason to wait to add niacinamide to your skin care routine. This wonderfully versatile B vitamin brings many topical benefits to improve skin’s appearance, so it appears more even, brighter, and younger. As with any great skin care ingredient, it’s important to be diligent about protecting skin daily with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 30 or greater. This allows you to get maximum benefit from niacinamide and other proven skin savers.

Scientific name: Nicotinamide
Vitamin B3 | Hydrating | Brightening

Vitamin E has been around in skincare for a long time, which is why it’s so easily overshadowed by the newer, fancier-sounding ingredients. As it turns out, this workhorse ingredient shouldn’t be overlooked; it’s doing more to help protect your skin than you might realise. 

One of the most well-known and researched antioxidants for skin. Vitamin E occurs naturally in human skin, but can become depleted due to constant environmental exposure in the absence of sun protection. 

There are eight basic forms of the entire fat soluble vitamin E molecule, which are either synthetically or naturally derived. Research has shown that natural forms of vitamin E are more effective than their synthetic counterparts, but both definitely have antioxidant activity. We use Natural Vitamin E in our products. 

It offers significant antioxidant properties to help defend from pollution and other environmental stressors that would otherwise weaken and cause unwanted changes in skin.

Scientific name: D-ALPHA-TOCOPHEROL

Antioxidant | Protect | Anti ageing

Red Clay is rich in iron oxide (important for cellular respiration and electron transfer and copper. Great ability to absorb temperatures and to reduce localised fat. Suitable for body use, to clean completely and deeply the skin; due to its powerful drying capacity helps in healing wounds; assists in the case of rheumatism and arthritis; remove excessive water in the skin; removes excessive oiliness of the skin restoring softness and shine.

Red clay is an effective natural remedy to stimulate blood circulation. By promoting blood flow and providing more oxygen to the muscles, red clay helps muscles relieve chronic injuries or pain. To make good use of this health benefit of red clay, it is important to use it only where there is no acute inflammatory process, that is, only in non-congested areas. 

Red clay also has astringent properties, and it is a powerful remedy to promote and stimulate healing and the formation of scars, as it is absorbed very easily and helps drain any impurities in the application zone. Due to its high absorption power, red clay allows the fast neutralization of toxins.

Scientific name: Red Clay

Acne Soothing | Exfoliates | Brightening

For cosmetics and skincare uses, kaolin clay has some important detoxifying and stimulating effects. The clay is a gentle cleanser for any skin type, extracting impurities and absorbing excess oils without causing inflammation or redness. Many people use kaolin clay for acne and for treating breakouts.  Kaolin clay has been used for centuries to absorb excess oil from the skin, preventing breakouts before they begin.  It's also perfect for helping to restore skin that's been damaged by frequent outbreaks of acne. 

Some have found that regular use helps to balance their skin’s oil production, reducing oily skin symptoms. Kaolin clay becomes a smooth paste when combined with water, and its tiny crystals gently exfoliate and refresh the skin. Since it is so gentle, kaolin clay is a fantastic cleanser and detoxifying treatment for sensitive skin.With long term use, kaolin clay can cause your skin to appear more toned and tightened, reducing fine lines and wrinkles. There are also special types of kaolin clays, such as Brazilian red and crude clays that have clinical studies showing extreme improvement in elasticity and firmness.

Scientific name:  Kaolin

Soften | Exfoliates | Draws out impurities

Shea butter packs a powerful moisturizing punch. meaning it can soak into your skin and create a moisture-sealing barrier. Shea butter properties like stearic, palmitic, and linoleic acids help strengthen this skin barrier to lock in moisture. Studies have found linoleic acid specifically is beneficial in treating dry skin because it boosts skin hydration and has anti-inflammatory properties.

Shea butter doesn’t just have a rich texture; it’s also a rich source of antioxidants, including quercetin, epicatechin gallate, gallocatechin, epigallocatechin, as well as skin-replenishing fatty acids. It is a wonderful ingredient to see in products designed to improve dry skin. 

 The vitamins and fatty acids found in this extract offer unique properties that make it an excellent ingredient in various beauty products. It is super rich with: Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Cinnamic Acid, Triterpenes, Phenolic acid and Phytosterols.

Scientific name: Glycerin / Glycerol 

Soften | Hydrates | Antioxidant

Glycerin just like Hyaluronic acid is a humectant and draws in moisture from the environment making your skin hydrated, soft and supple.

Glycerin is a humectant that’s present in all natural lipids (fats), whether animal or vegetable. It can be derived from natural substances by hydrolysis of fats and by fermentation of sugars; it also can be synthetically manufactured, which is usually the case with modern-day skincare products.

We use Vegetable Glycerin in all our products.

Glycerin is a skin replenishing and restoring ingredient, meaning it is a substance found naturally in skin, helping to establish normal balance and hydration. It’s one of the many substances in skin that helps maintain a healthy look and feel, defending against dryness and working to maintain skin’s moisture level. Essentially, Glycerin is a master of hydration and works best when combined with other replenishing and emollient ingredients.

Scientific name: Glycerin / Glycerol 

Soften | Hydrates | Humectant

Pink Clay is rich in Silica, which may help to improve skin elasticity and cell renewal, resulting in supple, younger-looking skin. Gently exfoliating and light on the skin, 

Pink Clay leaves skin feeling silky-soft and smooth. Plus, it can help to minimise blackheads and promote a radiant and balanced complexion.

It draws out impurities, toxins and pollutants, and oils that clog the pores. Used regularly, it will help keep your pores clean and prevent breakouts.

Harvested from certain areas of Australia, this clay is packed with botanical extracts and minerals all working together to refine pores, detoxify pollution ridden skin and remove impurities.

Soften | Minimise pores | Exfoliate