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climate that runs both harsh and clement makes for a kawakawa (a native shrub), harakeke (lax), kōwhai
cornucopia of diverse and hardy botanicals, ideally suited (legume trees) and manuka were all important for healing.
to weather the skincare needs of the population. Resultant At Antipodes, we pay homage to this tradition by drawing
formulas are ultra-hydrating, antioxidant-packed, and on the ancient remedial properties of these plants. We
beneit from a geographic isolation that forces innovation use all of them (and others such as mamaku black tree
in locally grown crops. fern) in our range of products.’
Clearly, this strategy is working. Business is currently
OLD MEETS NEW booming, with consumer demand for transparency
NZ’s beauty bounty also borrows from traditional Māori and organic formulas driving new product development.
wisdom. ‘We are not afraid to fuse our heritage with the ‘The growth in the natural New Zealand beauty
modernism of the beauty industry,’ says Fraser. ‘Producing industry is phenomenal,’ says Fraser. ‘Manufacturing
new and innovative beauty products sometimes means facilities are expanding and rebuilding with a majority
looking back at Māori remedies and beauty regimes.’ of them specialising in natural products. I predict
Elizabeth Barbalich, founder of NZ beauty brand Antipodes, there will be more growth to come as New Zealand
agrees: ‘Before colonisation, Māori used a range of beauty brings something special from us “down under” 2
traditional methods to deal with illness. Plants such as to the rest of the world.’

The New Zealand ingredients to know about

To harness NZ natural beauty, look out for nutrients for a healthy glow,’ says Fraser. It’s
these powerhouses. also antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, so
good news for those who have acne.
MAMAKU FIND IT IN: (4) Manuka Doctor Apiclear
Used for decades to soothe and revive skin, Daily Defence Lotion (£24.99, 50ml)
mamaku is the name given to NZ’s distinctive
black tree fern. Its regenerative properties POHUTUKAWA
make it a popular extract in products targeting Also known as New Zealand Christmas Tree,
dry, damaged skin. ‘New Zealand’s giant black this is a skin-toning saviour. ‘The bioactive 3
tree fern protects native forests from water loss extract from the flowers of New Zealand’s
and does the same thing for skin,’ says Fraser. vibrant red pohutukawa is moisturising,
FIND IT IN: (1) Antipodes Ananda Gentle antioxidant-packed and antiseptic. It also
Toner (£22.99, 100ml) promotes cell regeneration and soft,
youthful skin,’ says Barbalich.
HARAKEKE FIND IT IN: (5) Trilogy Mineral Radiance
‘This is NZ flax oil, rich in essential fatty acids Mask (£20.50, 60ml)
that moisturise and nourish hair and skin,’
says Fraser. The plant was also used in Māori KIWI
medicine, with the sap used on wounds or ‘The high concentrations of omega-3 fatty
boils. acids in the oil extracted from the tiny seeds
FIND IT IN: (2) Only Good Healing Natural of kiwi fruit make kiwi seed oil the perfect
Body Wash (£6.99, 445ml) ingredient for natural skincare. A superb
emollient, the oil is rich in alpha-linolenic acid
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VINANZA GRAPE (ALA) and vitamins C and E,’ says Barbalich.
‘This antioxidant extract is from Marlborough Meanwhile, kiwi extract is ‘antioxidant rich,
sauvignon blanc grape seeds, which scientists protecting skin from external aggressors and
identify as having double the polyphenolic free radical damage,’ says Fraser.
antioxidants of grapes grown anywhere else,’
says Barbalich. ‘Clinical trials show it improves KAWAKAWA
elasticity and firmness. It also has anti-blemish Anti-microbial properties make this a favourite
properties, and can assist with hydration.’ in Māori culture. ‘Otherwise known as the
FIND IT IN: (3) Antipodes Hosanna H2O pepper tree, kawakawa is a native ingredient 5
Serum (£31.99, 30ml) that’s popular for its cleansing properties.
Brands are including it in their wash products
MANUKA HONEY and healing balms for inflamed, sensitive
‘This liquid gold natural humectant draws skin,’ says Fraser.
moisture to the skin and feeds it with vital All products available at hollandandbarrett.com

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