We love a homegrown beauty brand in Aus – and why wouldn’t we? A-beauty has had a definite moment this year.
So much so that it got us wondering – if Australia has so many great skincare brands, there must be a tonne around the world we need to know about.
We investigated and put together a list of some of our favourite beauty brands from all around the globe – just because you can’t afford an overseas vacay doesn’t mean your skincare routine should miss out…
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England – Pixi
Launched in Soho over 20 years ago by makeup artist Petra Strand, Pixi is all about embracing your natural beauty.
The formulations are infused with botanical ingredients, and most of the products are multitasking – a busy woman’s dream.
Best sellers: Pixi Glow Tonic (adorebeauty.com.au, $25), Pixi Mud Cleanser (adorebeauty.com.au, $32), Pixi Hydrating Milky Mist (adorebeauty.com.au, $38).
France – BIODERMA
BIODERMA is hailed as a sensitive skin hero. Created in France over 30 years ago, the hypoallergenic skincare brand is recommended by dermatologists and is only sold in pharmacies.
Best sellers: BIODERMA Sensibio H2O Micelle Solution Reverse Pump Micellar Water, BIODERMA Atoderm Cream, BIODERMA Atoderm Intensive Baume
India – UMA Oils
Farmed from their 100-acre meadow, UMA Oils takes pride in it’s farm-to-bottle organic oils.
Handcrafted on a family farm in Central India, this is a brand that creates sustainable products and encourages social good, without compromising on quality.
Best sellers: UMA OILS Absolute Anti Aging Body Oil (sephora.com.au, $127), UMA Oils Pure Calm Wellness Oil (sephora.com.au, $77), UMA Oils Wellness Oil Trial Kit (sephora.com.au, $70)
Japan – Shiseido
For over 145 years Shiseido has been the skin care authority in Japan. Combining science and Eastern traditions, this skin care brand creates luxurious – and effective -skin care products
Best sellers: Shiseido Ultimune Infusing Serum Concentrate (mecca.com.au, $160), Shiseido Benefiance WrinkleResist24 Day Cream (mecca.com.au, $90), Shiseido WrinkleResist24 Intensive Eye Contour Cream (mecca.com.au, $90).
USA – Paula’s Choice
Founded by skin care expert and best-selling author Paula Begoun, Paula’s Choice is a range of skincare that has been clinically proven to be non-irritating.
This brand prides itself on being ahead of the curve with R&D, so it’s products are always at the forefront of new technology.
Best sellers: Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, Paula’s Choice Skin Recovery Hydrating Treatment Mask, Paula’s Choice Resist Perfectly Balanced Foaming Cleanser.
Germany – NIVEA
With over a hundred years on the market, NIVEA isn’t just big in Germany – it’s one of the biggest beauty brands in the world.
Offering specialist ranges for all different skin types and ages, they make something for everyone.
Best sellers: NIVEA Q10plusC Anti Wrinkle + Energy Eye Treatment, NIVEA Sun Ultra Sport Protect Cooling Sunscreen Spray SPF50, NIVEA Urban Skin Defence +48h Moisture Boost Day Cream
Korea – innisfree
A premier K-beauty brand, innisfree creates products powered by natural ingredients responsibly sourced from the island of Jeju.
Big on sustainability, this is a brand that practices and promotes green living and supports causes that give back to the Earth.
Best sellers: innisfree Green Tea Foam Cleanser, innisfree Jeju Cherry Blossom Jelly Cream, innisfree Green Tea Seed Cream
Australia – Ultraceuticals
Aussie made and owned, Ultraceuticals embodies the ethos of A-beauty – simple, no BS skincare, that just works.
Best sellers: Ultraceuticals Ultra B2 Hydrating Serum, Ultraceuticals Ultra Brightening Foaming Cleanser, Ultraceuticals Ultra Clear Foaming Cleanser
New Zealand – kōtia
After a deer milker noticed her hands were looking visibly smoother and younger, kōtia was born.
Launched in New Zealand, a team of leading scientists combined deer milk with scientifically proven actives to create nourishing skincare products.
Best sellers: kōtia Regenerating Night Cream, kōtia Rejuvenating Serum, kōtia Brightening Eye Cream
Sweden – FOREO
Founded in 2013, FOREO has shaken up the skin care industry with it’s groundbreaking products.
Innovative and future-focused, FOREO produces tools that will revolutionise your routine.
Best sellers: FOREO LUNA 2 Normal Skin, FOREO LUNA mini 2, FOREO LUNA fofo
Such an interesting article I’ve seen coverage for Bioderma. UMA oils I’m afraid to try due to the thought oil making oilier skin. And I’ve seen Kotia is in Priceline.