The BD team get patriotic as they trial a slew of homegrown heroes.
Alpha-H Protection Plus Daily SPF 50+
Alongside Kylie Minogue, the Hemsworth brothers and Hugh Jackman, Alpha-H may be one of Australia’s most-celebrated creations. The GC-based brand produced the cult-like Liquid Gold, and has now turned its hand to slip, slop, slap with the Protection Plus Daily SPF 50+. Providing high protection, the sunscreen isn’t sticky upon application, but a smooth, slightly tinted concoction. An added bonus is an ingredients list that boasts pomegranate, pycnogenol and mango seed butter to restore skin vitality and hydration. - Sarah
A’kin Revitalising Cellular Radiance Serum
I am a huge fan of rosehip oil and this product is a wonderful synthesis of rosehip plus six other fabulous plant and botanical extracts that boost the antioxidant power of the serum. It feels light in texture and my skin seems to drink it in! I used it both night and morning underneath my moisturiser and my skin continued to feel hydrated and supple and after a couple of days of use, I noticed my skin really did look healthy and brighter. A great product for summer as it is light enough to wear during the warmer days and can feed back some goodness after a day at the beach. - Janet
Al'chemy Lavender & Anthyllis Leave-in Conditioner
If you’ve ever smelt an Al’chemy product - you would understand why this brand is a firm favourite of many an Australian woman. But it’s not just the divine scent that makes the Al'chemy Lavender & Anthyllis Leave-in Conditioner a bathroom must-have. Enriched with amino acids, antioxidants, jojoba oil, and certified avocado oil, this product works to deeply moisturise and hydrate the hair and scalp. The result - tresses that don’t look like they’ve been slaughtered by the summer sun (ahem). Perfection. - Yelena
Nutrimetics Ultra Care+ Platinum Skin Regeneration Toning Essence
I have always loved using Australian products as I think it’s really important to try and remain patriotic when it comes to purchasing decisions. Nutrimetics has always been a firm favourite of mine as the products do exactly what they say they will without exorbitant price points and fussy packaging. I’m currently in love with the new toning essence, it’s so hydrating and leaves my skin with a really nice glow. Happy little vegemite here! - Carly
Sukin Wellbeing Body Oil
I absolutely ADORE using a body oil after my night-time shower. I find oils so much more nourishing than standard creams or gels and while your skin is still damp they absorb beautifully. This Sukin oil is just divine, it’s so light and doesn’t leave an oily residue, PLUS it smells beautiful! Formulated with a luxurious blend of botanical oils, the fragrance is super relaxing and a few spritzes in a warm bath will soothe both your skin and your mind. I’ve loved Sukin since I was a wee uni lass, and the products just keep getting better and better! - Kelly
ModelCo Cream Cleanser Gentle Daily Cleanser
As my skin tends to be on the dry side, I am a big fan of the cream cleanser and am always on the lookout for any gems that work well on my skin. The ModelCo Cream Cleanser Gentle Daily Cleanser lived up to all my expectations as it washed away my day without stripping my skin of its moisture. I applied it with water and it removed all dirt and any stubborn make-up, leaving it feeling so soft and smooth. Containing damask rose, rose geranium and lavender oil, this cleanser smells delicious and as an added benefit it’s all natural! - Laura
Synergie Skin CelluTite Body
You know the bootylicious selfie of Kim K in that white one-piece swimsuit showing off her enviable backside? Well, I would (and totally could) appropriate that image if I had the same amount of cellulite as Kim K - which is zero! Enter Synergie Skin’s CelluTite Body gel. This contouring gel contains Actiporine™ to detoxify cells and stimulate collagen synthesis, as well as caffeine to release sodium from fat cells and causes them to shrink. Believe me when I say this works from the first application because you can FEEL it work its magic instantly. I’ll be applying this on my bumps throughout summer with the goal of posting my own bootylicious selfie (and Kim K better watch out!). - Sophia
