Australia is home to some of the most beautiful coasts, so it’s no surprise they have some amazing products made with local natural ingredients that are great for the skin.
If you’re heading to the land down under soon, these are the products you should check out!
Best Australian beauty products to try
Ultra Violette Luminising Sun Serum SPF 50+
Founded by beauty industry veterans Ava Matthews and Bec Jefferd, Ultra Violette has gained a reputation for its exceptional line of sunscreens that not only provide high protection but also offer a pleasant sensory experience on the skin.
With a diverse range of both organic and inorganic formulations, as well as SPF-infused lip balms, Ultra Violette has something for everyone.
If you have dry skin and you despise the heavy sensation that’s often associated with traditional sunscreens, Queen Screen is a game-changer.
This SPF is a luminous and serum-like fluid that absorbs into the skin almost instantly, leaving behind no residue.
Ultra Violette Luminising Sun Serum SPF 50+ also retails for S$55 on Sephora.sg.
Bondi Sands Self Tanner Foam
You can bet Australians know their stuff when it comes to self tans. As Australia’s top-selling self-tanning brand, you can achieve beautifully bronzed skin without the risk of skin damage.
Bondi Sands was able to create a salon-quality natural colour with a longer shelf life than most tanning products on the market.
Experience a sun-kissed glow all year round with the Bondi Sands Self Tanning Foam. It’s designed to give you a rich, natural-looking tan that dries in seconds, leaving you with a flawless finish. The self-tanner is also infused with aloe vera and coconut for a long-lasting tan that smells great.
Whether you’re a first-time tanner or looking to maintain your light to medium skin tone, this product is perfect for you.
Bondi Sands Self Tanning Foam also retails for S$45.49 on Amazon.sg.
Australis Banana Powder
Australis is a popular affordable drug-store brand that offers all kinds of products.
Some of their more popular items are their Beach Days Eyeshadow Palette with vibrant shades of turquoise and corals, or iconic Banana Powder to cover redness on the skin!
Australis Banana Powder also retails for S$19.90 on Shopee.
Kora Organics Tumeric Glow Moisturiser
Kora Organics is a skincare and body care line founded by supermodel, Miranda Kerr.
All of their products use natural and organic oils that benefit the skin, including their Tumeric Glow Moisturiser, which intensely smoothes and hydrates the skin.
Kora Organics Tumeric Glow Moisturiser also retails for S$92 at Sephora.sg.
Lucas Papaw Ointment
This ointment is one of Australia’s cult-favourite beauty products made with petroleum jelly and papaya extract that is great for dry lips, cuticles and the skin. This is a holy grail for all Australians and they never leave the house without it.
Lucas Papaw Ointment also retails for S$9.70 on Shopee.
ModelCo Lashwand Heated Eyelash Curler
Based in Sydney, ModelCo is a cruelty-free beauty brand that changed the conventional way of putting on makeup. Creator, Shelly Barrett, wanted to create products that women had always wanted but never could find, such as the first-ever heated eyelash curler or airbrush self-tan.
The brand’s heated eyelash curler offers ultimate lift, curl, and hold, enhancing the natural beauty of your lashes. And don’t worry about the heat – the curler reaches a carefully calibrated temperature that ensures the protection of your delicate lashes.
ModelCo Lashwand Heated Eyelash Curler retails for AU$35 (~S$31.51) on ModelCo.com.
Lanolips 101 Ointment
This is yet another amazing ointment from the land down under. Made from 100% natural lanolin, an oil taken from sheep’s wool, it is one of the ultimate moisturisers for any chapped skin.
This has easily become a favourite for many, especially their lip balm tinted version that adds an extra pop of colour to the lips.
Lanolips 101 Ointment retails for S$26 on Shopee.
Grown Alchemist Intensive Hand Cream
Finding a beauty brand that combines plant-rich formulations with a luxurious aesthetic can be challenging, but Grown Alchemist has positioned itself as a frontrunner in this realm.
Every product they offer is not only highly effective but also features an appealing fragrance and comes in elegant packaging. There’s no reason not to adore their offerings!
The brand boasts formulas made with botanical ingredients that will improve the skin in the four building blocks of beauty — Collagen Type I, Collagen Type IV, Elastin, and Hydration. One of our favourites is the Hand Creams that are rich in moisture and beautifully scented.
Grown Alchemist Intensive Hand Cream – Persian Rose Argan Extract retails for S$33.50 on LookFantastic.
Mukti Organics Deep Cleanse Antioxidant Masque
This Australian beauty brand seeks to enhance beauty from within. Their formulas harness the power of bioactive cellular extracts sourced from Australian native ingredients, resulting in award-winning formulations.
Experience the benefits of their collagen-boosting drink, moisture-rich masques, and vegan elixirs, all designed to elevate your skincare routine.
The Deep Cleanse Antioxidant Masque deeply purifies the skin, infusing it with vital minerals and phytonutrients.
Enriched with a special enzyme-exfoliating blend of papaya and bioactive native cellular extracts from Kakadu plum, banksia, and silky oil grass, it effectively eliminates dead skin cells and enhances moisture absorption for a glowing complexion.
Mukti Organics Deep Cleanse Antioxidant Masque also retails for S$44 (30g) and S$94 (100g) at Bud Cosmetics.
A’kin Rosehip Oil
This is another product that many Australians swear by, and there are good reasons why. This oil is enriched with pure active botanicals with a high concentration of vitamins A and E and omegas 9, 3, and 6 essential fatty acids.
This award-winning oil helps restore moisture and reduces signs of ageing, resulting in healthy, radiant-looking skin. Trust us, you do not want to go home without this!
A’kin Rosehip Oil also retails for S$48.95 on Watsons.
Noosa Basics Organic Deodorant Stick with Activated Charcoal
A boutique apothecary nestled in Noosa, Noosa Basics is dedicated to crafting small-batch, natural, and organic personal care products.
With a commitment to ethical practices, their entire range is certified vegan, cruelty-free, and free from palm oil. Embracing the philosophy of purity, Noosa Basics utilises only premium botanical ingredients, consciously avoiding any additives, fillers, or thickeners.
When searching for your next deodorant, consider their aluminium-free charcoal deodorant. The refreshing blend of natural ingredients effectively neutralises odour while keeping you feeling fresh throughout the day.
Noosa Basics Organic Deodorant Stick with Activated Charcoal also retails for S$26 at Bud Cosmetics.
