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Nature’s Wisdom, Backed by Science

At Nala Native, we formulate with intention, blending ancestral plant wisdom, Australian native botanical extracts, and science-backed active ingredients. Every ingredient is chosen for its performance, origin, ecological impact, and cultural relevance.

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Vitamin C–Rich Botanicals for Brightening + Protection

Key Ingredients: Kakadu Plum, Desert Lime, Finger Lime, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C)

Brighten and protect with powerful natural sources of vitamin C to:
✔ Even skin tone
✔ Boost collagen production
✔ Defend against free radicals
✔ Restore luminosity + vitality

Found in: Kakadu Plum Brightening Serum, Brightening + Radiance Ritual, Advanced Brightening Ritual.

Soothing + Hydrating Botanicals for Sensitive Skin

Key Ingredients: Banksia Flower, Emu Apple, Calendula, Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe Vera, Cucumber

A calming, moisture-rich blend that:
✔ Soothes redness + irritation
✔ Calms sensitive skin
✔ Hydrates + plumps
✔ Strengthens the skin’s barrier

Found in: Banksia Flower Restorative Night Cream, Emu Apple Milk Cleanser, Calming Ritual.

Natural Fruit Enzymes for Gentle Exfoliation

Key Ingredients: Papaya Enzyme, Pineapple Enzyme, White Willow Bark

Plant-based exfoliants that:
✔ Dissolve dead skin cells
✔ Unclog pores
✔ Improve texture + clarity
✔ Refine tone without harsh scrubbing

Found in: Lilli Pilli Gentle Exfoliant, Congested + Blemish-Prone Ritual, Brightening Rituals.

Anti-Ageing Botanicals + Skin Repair Actives

Key Ingredients: Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Sea Buckthorn, Resveratrol, Rosehip Oil

Support skin renewal and repair:
✔ Smooth fine lines + wrinkles
✔ Stimulate collagen production
✔ Protect against premature ageing
✔ Enhance firmness + elasticity

Found in: Lemon Aspen Eye Cream, Age-Defying Ritual, Evening Restore Ritual.

Note: Our Eye Cream contains 1% Retinyl Palmitate, the maximum allowed under Australian law for cosmetic formulations. Avoid during pregnancy + breastfeeding.

Vitamin B Complex for Skin Strength + Clarity

Key Ingredients: Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Panthenol (Vitamin B5)

Essential skin vitamins that:
✔ Reinforce the barrier
✔ Balance oil + reduce breakouts
✔ Calm inflammation
✔ Brighten + even tone

Found in: B3 + B5 Balancing Serum, Calming Ritual, Age-Defying Ritual.

Native Australian Botanical Extracts

Key Ingredients: Quandong, Emu Apple, Lemon Myrtle, Lemon Aspen, Desert Lime, Kakadu Plum, Finger Lime, Lilli Pilli

Wild-harvested + ethically sourced for:
✔ Antioxidant + phytoactive richness
✔ Skin-brightening + anti-inflammatory benefits
✔ Cell renewal support
✔ Connection to cultural + ecological wisdom of Country

Found in: Quandong Hydration Mist, Emu Apple Milk Cleanser, Kakadu Plum Brightening Serum, Desert Lime Daily Moisturiser.

We honour both the healing properties and heritage of each botanical, selecting with care for skin benefits, cultural roots, and sustainable origins.

Why We Use These Ingredients

At Nala Native, skincare is an act of respect for the land, your body, and future generations. That’s why our products are:

  • 100% vegan skincare + cruelty-free beauty

  • Palm oil–free, paraben-free, sulphate-free

  • Free from synthetic dyes, silicones, and mineral oils

  • Ethically sourced + eco-formulated

  • Safe for sensitive skin

  • Small-batch skincare for maximum freshness + minimal waste

Conscious Skincare for Modern Rituals

When you choose Nala Native, you choose:

  • Clean beauty rooted in ancestral knowledge

  • Native botanical skincare that honours place + potency

  • Sustainable skincare packaging, compostable + biodegradable

  • Plastic-free shipping + low-impact living

Learn the source, science, and story behind every plant in your ritual.

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