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Kakadu Plum

Our Kakadu Plum is a skin-brightening powerhouse, extracted from one of the world’s richest sources of vitamin C and packed with antioxidants, including gallic and ellagic acids. It energises dull skin, supports collagen production, and strengthens the skin barrier, reviving your glow while helping to defend against daily stressors. 


For Your Skin

Improves Radiance & Luminosity: clinically proven to increase skin luminosity by 30% in 1 month,  with 100% of participants experiencing a positive effect. 

Kakadu Plum contains exceptionally high levels of vitamin C (ascorbic acid), working with polyphenols to brighten dull skin and enhance natural glow by reducing oxidative stress.


Skin Brightening & Tone-Enhancing: clinically proven to improve skin tone evenness by 14% and reduce redness by 12.2%.

Gallic and ellagic acids inhibit tyrosinase activity, which regulates melanin production, helping to improve skin tone uniformity, and reduce redness or hyperpigmentation.


Boosts Collagen & Elasticity: clinically proven to increase collagen production by 144%, and  syndecan-I production by 90%
Our vitamin C boosts Syndecan-I production, a key protein in your skin structure that supports firmer, more resilient skin by stimulating collagen synthesis and strengthening the dermal matrix. Regular use helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and improves firmness, helping to maintain elasticity over time.


Vitamin C Delivery: clinically proven to  Stimulate SVCT-I expression by 106%

Unlike many synthetic forms, the natural vitamin C found in Kakadu Plum helps stimulate SVCT-I, your skin’s own vitamin C transport system, boosting absorption at a cellular level. This maximises its brightening, antioxidant, and collagen-boosting benefits, giving you improved tone, texture, and radiance.


Antioxidant Protection: clinically proven to increase antioxidant activity up to 79% after 30 minutes.  

A potent mix of polyphenols, gallic acid, and ellagic acid helps neutralise free radicals caused by UV exposure and pollution. This protects skin against oxidative stress, one of the primary contributors to uneven tone and premature ageing, helping defend against visible signs of premature ageing and environmental damage.


Deep Hydration & Barrier Strengthening

By reinforcing the skin’s moisture barrier and increasing Syndecan-I expression, Kakadu Plum helps improve water retention and plump the skin, helping reduce the appearance of fine lines.


For People & Planet

Recognising the cultural significance of our native ingredients, the land upon which they grow, and the traditional knowledge around cultivation and harvesting is central to how we source.


Our Kakadu Plum is wild-harvested in Australia in line with the Nagoya Protocol, with strong commitments to fair labour, Indigenous partnerships, and fair benefit-sharing with their communities. Our supply partners prioritise traceability, biodiversity, ecosystem protection, and support local conservation efforts. With circular waste programs that transform production waste into soil conditioners and recycles liquid waste, we maximise resource efficiency and reduce environmental impact. 

Pomegranate Enzymes

Our Pomegranate Enzymes are an innovative active created through a fermentation process that enhances the availability of beneficial enzymes and acids to reboot and revive your skin. Made from parts of the fruit that would have been discarded after fruit juice production, our enzymes are given a second life, revitalising your skin tone through gentle yet effective exfoliation.

  

For Your Skin

Intensive Exfoliation: clinically proven to reduce pigmentation levels by 14% in four days—delivering results comparable to glycolic acid. 

Natural proteolytic enzymes break down the proteins that bind dead skin cells together, revealing smoother, more vibrant skin. This refines skin texture and unclogs pores for a fresh, revitalised appearance. In a clinical study, pigmentation levels were reduced by 14% in four days, delivering results comparable to glycolic acid.


Accelerated Cellular Renewal: clinically proven to increase cellular renewal by 16% compared to untreated skin in a DNA-tagged keratinocyte assay.

Packed with ellagic acid, these enzymes accelerate cell turnover, helping reduce visible signs of aging such as fine lines and wrinkles. This rejuvenation process supports skin vitality and elasticity. 


Hydration and Moisture Retention: clinically proven to increase hydration by 130% after two hours, with levels remaining significantly elevated after 24 hours.

Natural humectants such as glycerin and polysaccharides draw moisture into the skin and help retain it, ensuring continued hydration. Barrier function is also improved, reducing tansepidermal water loss. This dual action increases skin hydration by enhancing the skin's ability to retain moisture, plumping the skin for a healthy, dewy glow. A clinical study of our Pomegranate Enzymes showed skin hydration increased by 130% after two hours, with levels remaining significantly elevated at 24 hours. 


Enhanced Skin Brightening: clinically proven to reduce pigmentation by 14% in four days, highlighting its brightening potential.

Rich in ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and ellagic acid, Pomegranate Enzymes help regulate melanin production, targeting pigmentation and age spots. This helps even skin tone and give a luminous glow. The 14% reduction in pigmentation in four days supports this brightening benefit. 


Antioxidant Protection

Our pomegranate enzymes are derived from antioxidant-rich fruit known for compounds like punicalagin, which help neutralise free radicals caused by UV exposure and pollution, helping protect your skin from oxidative stress and premature ageing. This balances skin tone, giving you a more even complexion and a luminous glow.


Soothing Benefits

Enriched with anti-inflammatory polyphenols that calm irritated skin and reduce redness, our enzymes have a soothing effect that supports overall skin health. 


For People & Planet

Our upcycled Pomegranate Enzymes' journey begins with organic pomegranates, selectively sourced from farmers who embrace a holistic approach to agriculture, prioritising regenerative farming practise that support soil health, biodiversity, and wildlife preservation. Our partners also prioritise the safety, well-being, and fair treatment of workers, supporting the farming communities behind the ingredient
 

Once harvested for juice, the remaining pulp is transformed through fermentation, enhancing bioavailability and boosting the potency of its natural enzymatic properties. Our partners also avoid harmful additives and minimise energy and water use throughout production, reducing waste and environmental impact.

Peach flower

Delicate but powerful, this upcycled floral extract delivers broad-spectrum antioxidant protection while helping to detoxify, soothe, and brighten your skin. Sourced from peach blossoms normally discarded during fruit cultivation, it’s rich in flavonoids and phenolic compounds that help skin rebound from daily stressors.


For Your Skin

Defends Against Pollution: clinically proven to reduced lipid peroxidation by up to 31%, demonstrating strong pollution defence.

Lipid peroxidation is where free radicals attack lipids in the skin cells membrane, weakening the skin barrier, triggering inflammation, and accelerating ageing. Flavonoids and polyphenols in Peach Flower help neutralise these free radicals, caused by environmental pollutants and UV exposure. This antioxidant defence helps protect skin from pollution, UV damage, and daily oxidative stress, maintaining hydration and elasticity.


Slows Visible Signs of Ageing: clinically proven to reduce lipofuscin accumulation by 64%—a key marker of cellular fatigue and stress.

Lipofuscin is a waste pigment that builds up oxidised proteins, fats, and metals inside skin cells as they age, and isn’t broken down easily. Our Peach Flower reduces this accumulation, supporting cellular resilience and reducing oxidative stress, helping maintain elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines. This slows the cellular ageing process, supporting fresher, firmer skin.


Brightens and Evens Skin Tone

Rich in flavonoids and phenolic acids that help regulate melanin production, our Peach Flower supports a more even skin tone, visibly reducing the appearance of pigmentation and dullness. Its antioxidant activity also helps prevent new discolouration caused by environmental stress, giving your skin a more radiant, luminous glow over time.


Soothes, Strengthens & Revitalises

Peach Flower’s anti-inflammatory flavonoids help calm irritation and reduce redness, making it ideal for stressed or sensitive skin. By reducing oxidative build-up, it supports skin resilience and elasticity by reinforcing its natural defences, helping restore clarity and glow.


For People & Planet

Our Peach Flowers are hand-harvested from sustainable orchards that follow ethical, low impact farming practices. After fruiting season, blossoms are typically discarded to allow light to reach lower fruiting branches. Our partners upcycle this byproduct, turning it into a high-performance skincare ingredient while reducing waste and conserving resources.


The flowers are dried naturally to preserve their delicate compounds, then extracted using ultrasound technology—a low-energy, low-temperature method that reduces environmental impact while enhancing extraction efficiency. This process also supports local economies by providing seasonal work and preserving traditional harvesting knowledge. It also avoids synthetic treatments and greenhouse production, helping maintain ecosystem balance and protect pollinators.

Saccharomyces Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate

Gin distillation leaves behind a rich, nutrient-packed liquid typically destined for waste, and is instead combined with upcycled rapeseed glycerine to deliver exceptional hydration to quench thirsty skin. This zero-waste process harnesses the hydrating power of glycerine with the nutrient-rich properties of barley seed ferment filtrate, creating a synergistic effect that significantly enhances skin moisture and health. 


For Your Skin

Intense Hydration: clinically proven to deliver 3x more hydration than glycerine alone and maintain moisture for up to 8 hours.

Barley Ferment deeply hydrates while locking in moisture, helping to plump and smooth the skin throughout the day. It helps reinforce the skin barrier and protect against dehydration, supporting elasticity and skin comfort. This long-lasting hydration is achieved through the unique combination of polysaccharides and glycerine. Polysaccharides form a hydrating film on the skin’s surface, while glycerine draws moisture into the skin, together creating a moisture-binding network that enhances skin hydration and suppleness.


Soothing & Calming: clinically proven to reduce inflammatory marker IL-8 by over 10%.

Inflammatory marker IL-8 is a protein your skin cells release when they’re stressed or damaged, pollution and harsh products can also trigger its release. It acts like a flare signal that calls in your skins natural defence cells, triggering an immune response that can lead to redness, irritation, and skin conditions like acne or rosacea. Our Saccharomyces Barley Seed Ferment Filtrate reduces IL-8 levels, helping soothe irritation at the cellular level, helping prevent inflammation to soothe and calm your skin.


Skin Barrier Support

Rich in phenolic compounds like ferulic acid, a potent antioxidant found in the cell walls of grains, fruits, and vegetables, our Saccharomyces Filtrate packs a double punch, protecting skin from environmental damage while supporting long-term firmness and resilience. It works deep in the skin to fight oxidative damage, helping protect collagen and elastin from oxidative strength. This defends against dullness, sagging, and fine lines, keeping your complexion strong, smooth, and bright. Ferulic acid also stabilises other antioxidants, like Vitamin C, working in synergy with our Kakadu Plum to help make them more effective.


For People & Planet

Our Saccharomyces Barley Ferment Filtrate epitomises sustainable innovation and our dedication to circular sourcing. This zero-waste process utilises recycled water, energy efficient systems, and renewable energy, significantly contributing to water conservation and minimising environmental impact.


The distillery also supports the local community by partnering with businesses to ensure every resource is valued and reused. A nearby bakery also upcycles spent grain into bread, demonstrating a commitment to a truly sustainable production cycle. This mirrors our own belief that circular, conscious sourcing should be the norm, not the exception.

Blackcurrant

Upcycled from whole blackcurrants - skins, seeds, and pulp - left over from fruit juicing, our Blackcurrant Extract is given a new lease on life as a multitasking skincare marvel that provides antioxidant protection, anti-inflammatory benefits, as well as skin barrier support and brightening. Rich in antioxidant compounds that help shield skin from oxidative stress, blackcurrant supports hydration, balance, and long-term skin health.

For Your Skin

Antioxidant Protection 

Anthocyanins, especially potent polyphenols responsible for the blackcurrants’ deep purple-black colour, provide antioxidant protection, neutralising free radicals and preventing oxidative damage. This supports skin brightening by reducing oxidative triggers that lead to pigmentation, and protects collagen by defending against premature sagging and fine lines, boosting radiance, tone, and firmness.


Soothing & Calming: The significant anti-inflammatory properties in anthocyanins also help soothe irritated skin. By inhibiting pro-inflammatory cells, Blackcurrant Extract reduces skin reactivity and sensitivity, promoting a calmer, more balanced complexion and reduced redness.


Hydration and Moisture Retention: 

The anti-inflammatory properties also support barrier function by preventing inflammation-related barrier breakdown and reducing trans-epidermal water loss. This improves skin hydration and moisture retention, contributing to a plump and dewy complexion.


For People & Planet

Our Blackcurrant Extract is upcycled from fruit juice production using only water-based extraction, with no solvents or additives. By utilising the whole fruit, including skins and seeds, we minimise waste and maximise resource efficiency. All remaining organic material is composted, and our supply partners prioritise traceability, responsible sourcing, and low-impact processes from farm to extract.

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