Botanicals
Dragon Fruit Extract is common to Asia and Central and South America where it can be found growing in dry, tropical climates and thus possesses innate defence mechanisms. It has a unique combination of phytocompounds along with polysaccharides which provide it with skin firming, protective and brightening properties.
Australian Kelp Extract from the pristine marine ecosystems of Tasmania’s West Coast, Kelp is an abundant source of Vitamins A, B, C & E, Calcium, Zinc, Iron, Niacin and amino acids, which help to nourish and protect the skin. When applied topically, Australian Kelp has been found to have skin smoothing and collagen boosting benefits. Studies suggest Kelp Extract can help prevent collagen degradation, improve elasticity and hydration, and help to visibly repair skin from damage caused by oxidative stress and UV exposure.
Australian Davidson Plum restricted to the native rainforests of northern New South Wales on the east coast of Australia, the fruit of the Davidson Plum, Davidsonia Jerseyana, are dark blue/black plums that have a vibrant dark red flesh. It contains a powerful range of phyto-active compounds including Tartaric Acid, Gallic Acid, Quercetin, and Anthocyanin which are responsible for its dark red colour. Combined, these antioxidants provide skin brightening, collagen boosting and skin protective benefits. It has been shown to work like a natural Alpha Hydroxy Acid, visibly improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles whilst promoting skin elasticity through enhanced collagen and elastin production.
Aniseed Myrtle a native tree endemic to the sub-tropical rainforests of northern New South Wales, also known as Anise Myrtle, Backhousia Anisata. The antioxidant action of the flavone glycosides in this extract have been shown to be 100x more powerful than Vitamin C and 25x more potent than Vitamin E. Flavanol epicatechins may visibly improve skin hydration and skin appearance as well as offering photo protective capabilities.