Wellbeing Journal
BEAUTY AND THE BEE
Beauty and the BeeEverybody knows bees as the tiny, industrious creatures that pollinate crops for human survival. Lesser known, perhaps, is how they help us in the beauty department. Our wild honey bees are key to growing the highly concentrated plants that make up our products. In fact, they’re one of the reasons Jurlique has maintained its status as the leader in natural, effective skin care for more than 25 years.Meet the keeperOur resident beekeeper, Pamela Cherry, has been tending to the bees on our organic farm in South Australia for more than 12 years. At present, there are seven hives on the farm, four of which descended from a prime swarm from 2017. “They are an integral part of our pure farming process, so we like to encourage their hard work,” says Pamela.Just as they do for more than half of Australia’s crops, bees are essential in pollinating and propagating the plants and flowers on our Jurlique farm. It’s their round-the-clock toil that promotes floral growth and sustains the vast volumes of concentrated botanicals on our farm, without which our cherished line of plant-based products would not exist.Once the plants and flowers have fully grown and their nutrients reached peak concentration, we carefully harvest them and extract the properties within. The resulting products are thus poised to deliver your most radiant skin.The busy work of beekeepingAt the beginning of bee season, which runs from December to February, Pamela’s job is to ensure that the bees are thriving. To open the hives, she needs a protective suit and uses a smoker and hive tool to diligently pry open the boxes.“Tending to each hive requires opening up and looking for a strong hive with many bees and a queen that is laying eggs well and checking that there is enough stored honey for them to eat. After establishing all is well, I clean the box of any excess honeycomb and ensure that the hive is free of pests and diseases,” she says.For their survival, bees need plants – whether in the form of flowering trees, shrubs, herbs, flowers or even weeds. “That’s what ensures them a constant supply of pollen and nectar, which is the source of the honey they eat and extract,” says Pamela, adding that something is generally flowering at any point of the year.Protecting our beesBees pollinating our plants forms a huge aspect of our natural product creation. “Being a no-waste and organic farm means we are responsible for caring for the whole farm as a unit. Each part we care for – be it the soil, water or bees – is creating a healthy vitality. The end result flows through to our products,” explains Pamela.This mentality extends to our pest-control methods too. “Whatever is used, we are very vigilant that no harm can come to our bees and all good bugs, such as lady birds and hover flies,” assures Pamela. “The good bugs help us control nutrient-sapping aphids and thrips on our roses and they play a very important role on the farm.” The result of organic pest-control practices such as this is more concentrated skin care that outperforms anything produced within the confines of a lab.The benefits of this organic method are undeniable: natural ingredients grown without the use of chemicals are richer in nutrients and antioxidants – and once harnessed by our team, these concentrated botanicals are what deliver the signature Jurlique glow.
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CHOOSING THE RIGHT FACIAL CLEANSER
Cleansing is your first step to naturally radiant skin. And because everyone’s skin is different, we’ve created a range of luxurious botanical cleansers designed to suit different skin types, lifestyles and needs. Here’s our quick guide to help you choose the one that’s right for you.What’s your skin type?Your skin should feel fresh and comfortable after you’ve cleansed. If it doesn’t, chances are you’re not using the right cleanser for your skin type.If your skin is dry or sensitive, or tends to feel uncomfortable or tight after cleansing, try our Replenishing Cleansing Lotion. This rich and gentle cleanser is enriched with softening Marshmallow Root Extract and calming botanicals to hydrate and soothe your skin.If you’ve got normal to combination skin, try our Revitalising Cleansing Gel. It’s infused with purifying Peppermint Leaf Extract and revitalising botanicals help rebalance oiliness and restore moisture.And if your skin’s neither oily nor dry, our Nourishing Cleansing Oil and Radiant Skin Foaming Cleanser are suitable for all skin types.NOT SURE WHAT YOUR SKIN TYPE IS?How do you prefer to cleanse?If you prefer to wash your face while you’re showering, try our Revitalising Cleansing Gel and Radiant Skin Foaming Cleanser. Both lather into a rich foam that can be easily applied and rinsed off while you’re in the shower.Do you wear eye makeup?Our Nourishing Cleanser Oil and Replenishing Cleansing Lotion are all safe to use around the eyes. Nourishing Cleansing Oil is also formulated to dissolve waterproof makeup, making mascara removal a breeze.What texture do you prefer?We all want to use a cleanser that feels amazing. And whether you like using a lush foam, a silky oil, a rich lotion, or a gorgeously lightweight gel, we’ve got a botanical cleanser you’ll love.
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BOTANICALS LOVINGLY PICKED BY HAND
Few know our ingredients better than our farmers who handle them daily, nurturing each plant from seed to harvest.Throughout the year, we have three dedicated field workers tending to crops and hand-picking the very flowers that result in your most loved Jurlique products. Wilma Haeusler is Field Supervisor and “resident Rose whisperer” to a farm that spans 105 acres. She is joined by two Herb Farm Assistants, Fay Paillot and Precy Costa. This unassuming trio can be seen in the fields hard at work, expertly selecting plants in their prime.Roughly 88 petals are picked from a single Rosa gallica Rose. And so, on a good week, it’s possible the team might harvest up to 100kg of petals. This Rose species, which can be found in many of our most-loved products such as Jurlique Rosewater Balancing Mist, once harvested and transformed into an extract, deeply hydrates, leaving skin balanced and restored.Wilma, who has been with us for 11 years, grew up on a farm in the Philippines and, as such, holds a deep sense of connection to the land. Her family harvested pawpaw, sweetcorn, banana, coconut, turnips and star apple. Ever since, she’s been passionate about farm work and is responsible for ensuring all our powerful ingredients are picked only when they reach peak quality.“Farming is in my blood. My harvesting technique has been developed over many years. All the ingredients that make up our products are all grown here on the farm, so as you can imagine, we need a high yield of rose petals,” says Wilma.“Some of the perennial herbs and flowers I harvest include: Roses; Jurlique Roses; Lavender; Rosemary; Elderflowers; Marjoram… there are too many to list,” says Wilma. “I also harvest annuals like Chamomile, All of these herbs and botanicals eventually make up our cherished line of plant-based skin care.Our commitment to organic farmingAs a child, Herb Farm Assistant Fay had gardeners for parents who always grew their own fruit and vegetables organically, i.e. without the use of chemicals. Fay later encountered organic farming while living at a wellness retreat in France from 2006 till 2014. Deeply inspired by the experience, she returned to Australia to continue her passion for farm work.Akin to Wilma, Fay harvests a long list of botanicals that have been meticulously selected for their ability to deliver radiant, glowing skin. For example, Calendula Flower Extract, which is the hero of our Calendula Redness Rescue range, is rich in calming oleanolic acid, which soothes sensitive skin.How we harvest the bountyDuring the picking process, Wilma, Fay and Precy search exclusively for flowers that have fully opened. “We are looking for best quality flowers and herbs; we discard anything yellow or diseased,” says Fay. “For flowers, like Bellis (Daisy), Violets and Calendula, we need to wait for the flowers to open before we harvest them or at least be able to see the centre of the flower.” This signals that the flower is at its peak power and will result in the most effective skin care.With perennial plants, such as Peppermint, Wilma says it is the tips that are harvested as this is the freshest part of the plant. “The rest we harvest and put into the compost and wait for the plant to shoot again. We can harvest them three or four times, to get the best quality,” she says.The resulting Peppermint Leaf extract is prized for its ability to help soothe and protect skin. You’ll find it in Jurlique Nutri-Define Superior Retexturising Facial Serum, which helps improve uneven texture for younger-looking skin.
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NEW ROSE HAND CREAM HANDPICKED LIMITED EDITION
We’re delighted to introduce our NEW Rose Hand Cream Handpicked Limited Edition, a strictly limited edition version of one of our most iconic products.Its rich, luxurious formula features an exclusive Rose extract grown and handpicked at the purest place on Earth – our organic farm in the Adelaide Hills – while its elegant soft pink and rose gold packaging makes this limited edition even more enticing.The purest Roses, perfected for youWe gently handpick our fresh, organic Roses at first bloom – exactly the right moment to preserve their deeply hydrating properties. We then take each extraordinary petal and meticulously draw out the exclusive, concentrated floral extract that can only be found in our Rose Hand Cream Handpicked Limited Edition.In this way, we capture the very best of Nature, so that our pure Roses can intensively nourish and deeply hydrate your skin. Your hands will be left feeling velvety soft and smelling divine.Secrets from the South Australian hillsFor more than 30 years, the organic growing methods we employ at our Jurlique Farm in the Adelaide Hills have optimised the already rich and fertile soil there.Even the air above is pure. According to data gathered by the World Health Organisation, the air quality in our part of the world is among the very best*, with low levels of pollution and bright, unblemished skies.As a result, the Roses in our limited edition Rose Hand Cream Handpicked Limited Edition are rich in botanical antioxidants to hydrate, nourish and soften your hardworking hands.Shop the story
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR BEAUTY EVOLUTION
Ageing is a natural transformation that affects us all. In the skin, it’s caused by two key players: intrinsic factors (genetically inherited changes) and extrinsic factors (environmental aggressors like UV exposure). While both influence the skin’s structure and function, extrinsic factors are what cause the most visible changes — such as loss of radiance, deep lines and wrinkles, crow’s feet, and dry, less supple skin.It’s important to recognise that beauty doesn’t decline with age, it simply evolves. By focusing on maintaining healthy skin function and protecting ourselves from the impact of environmental aggressors like UV exposure and pollution, skin tone and texture is restored, revitalized and radiance refreshed.NATURE HAS THE ANSWERSWhen looking for ways to improve skin vitality, we always look to Nature first for inspiration. After over three decades based in the Adelaide Hills, we continue to follow the time-honoured organic and sustainable farming methods of our founders to ensure that we not only maintain and respect the land but also the plants that power our products.Time has taught us that Antioxidant-rich ingredients and a natural, plant-based delivery system are the best way to help the skin evolve gracefully.THE POWER OF PLANTSBy fusing Nature and technology we’ve created Nutri-Define: a powerful anti-ageing ritual that is both skin compatible and remarkably effective. Our innovative liposomal delivery system, Biosome5, helps to effect the change we all want to see: contours appear re-defined, deep lines and wrinkles in soft focus, and softer, more supple skin.How Biosome5 works:1. Optimises Surface Condition Delivers an immediate moisturisation effect to the surface layers of the skin.2. Activates Ingredient Efficiency Delivers key active ingredients deep within the skin’s layers.3. Deeply Nourishes The micro-liposomal structure helps penetrate layers of theskin for long-lasting benefits.BEGIN YOUR BEAUTY EVOLUTIONTreating your skin to a daily commitment of care and protection not only sees visible results but enhances your sense of wellbeing.MORNING Awaken your skin by massaging Nutri-Define Refining Foaming Cleanser for a fresh start to the day. Follow with Nurti-Define Essential Conditioning Lotion to replenish your skin and prepare it for the Nutri-Define Superior Retexturising Facial Serum Apply 1-2 pumps of Nutri-Define Superior Retexturising Facial Serum to the face for a concentrated dose of Antioxidant-rich actives. Hydrate and protect with Nutri-Define Multi-Correcting Day Cream or Hydrating emulsion. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen. EVENING Cleanse skin of daily grime and makeup with Nutri-Define Refining Foaming Cleanser. Follow with Nutri-Define Conditioning Lotion to replenish your skin and prepare it for the Nutri-Define Superior Retexturising Facial Serum Apply 1-2 pumps of Nutri-Define Superior Retexturising Facial Serum to hydrate the skin in powerful actives. Treat the eye area to Nutri-Define Eye Contour Balm, massaging it in with the metal ball spatula along the orbital bone of each eye – include in the morning ritual too Massage Nutri-Define Rejuvenating Overnight Cream into skin to restore deep moisture while you sleep.
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THE TRUE SKIN CARE SUPERPOWER
Long revered for its superior ability to hydrate the skin, the Rose has been our botanical heroine since our brand first began. The true beauty of our organic farm in the South Australian hills and the star of so many of our products, including global icons Rosewater Balancing Mist and Rose Hand Cream, it remains a continual form of inspiration.Prized for its mood-lifting scent and undeniable beauty, the Rose is also known for having skin care superpowers with an amazing ability to deliver hydration.The Rose’s 3 main superpowers:1. HYDRATIONSkin that is undernourished and dehydrated is quickly sapped of its natural radiance. Rose petals provide hydration and help prevent moisture loss on the skin.2. PROTECTIONRose extracts are known to contain antioxidant properties that can help protect the skin against environmental aggressors.3. RADIANCEBy boosting moisture levels to soften and smooth the skin, Rose extracts encourage radiance for the skin to glow from within, naturally. Our popular Rose Moisture Plus skin care range is dedicated to the superpowers of the Rose — helping you to glow your own way.
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YOUR DAILY RADIANCE RITUAL: HELLO GLOW
Dedicating just a few minutes of each day to a targeted skin care ritual not only inspires an empowering sense of self care and wellbeing but also gives visible results. Your skin pays back the effort you put into it.How to reboot your radiance in 5 simple stepsStep 1: CLEANSEA light mousse cleanser like Rose Moisture Plus Moisturising Cleanser not only rids the skin of dirt, makeup, and impurities but leaves it feeling fresh, clean and soft.Step 2: PREPAREPost cleanse, spritz a veil of moisture to balance the skin. Our best-selling Rosewater Balancing Mist calms the skin and refreshes the senses.Step 3: TREATTreat your skin to an intensive shot of moisture with our Rose Moisture Plus Daily Moisture Balancing Serum. It addresses the source of dullness by dealing with the dehydration that robs skin of its natural radiance.TIP: Massage it into your complexion with upward motions to get the best results.Step 4: HYDRATETo reboot radiance, it’s vital to boost hydration levels and help protect the skin from environmental aggressors. Using a moisturiser morning and evening will help prevent water loss while softening and soothing skin.Choose between our hero Rose Moisture Plus Moisturising Lotion for a lightweight texture, Rose Moisture Plus Revitalising Gel-Lotion for a cooling gel sensation or Rose Moisture Plus Moisturising Cream for a rich and ultra-nourishing feeling.Step 5: REPLENISH Take 10 minutes once a week to treat yourself to a gentle, hydrating mask. Infused with our pure and potent Rose extracts, Rose Moisture Plus Moisturising Cream Mask calms and soothes dry skin, leaving it looking and feeling softer, more supple, and radiant.TIP: Apply the mask to cleansed skin and leave it on overnight for a more intensive treatment and an even more radiant result.
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OUR NEW LIMITED EDITION – AUSTRALIAN BY NATURE
We’ve released something special to honour the land we love and our best-selling icon. For a limited time, our much-loved Rose Hand Cream is dressed for this special occasion; the limited-edition packaging celebrates the South Australian landscape and our home in the Adelaide Hills. Born from the passion of a Nature-loving biochemist and his botanist partner, Jurlique’s botanicals have grown in the awe-inspiring Adelaide Hills for over 30 years.THE QUEEN OF THE LANDBotanist and dedicated gardener Ulrike Klein, created a luxuriously rich hand cream to soothe and protect her skin from the often extreme, South Australian elements. Today, that very first Jurlique Hand Cream is still considered a cult beauty product. The Rose has become the heroine of the brand; known as the Queen of all Botanicals for her superior soothing and softening qualities and uplifting scent.POWERED BY PLANTSCommitted to the natural world that inspires us daily, we continue to follow strict organic farming principles in order to encourage richer soil that grows the healthiest plants in order to create the most effective products. We are dedicated environmentalists; ever searching for ways to reduce our environmental footprint through our considered seed-to-skin farming and manufacturing processes. We carefully harvest our crops by hand to ensure their power is preserved, to create concentrated products that deliver on their promise.Respecting the environment that supports us has been our mission from day one. Recognised as a leader in the sustainability field, we have been awarded the 2017 Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation Award (for the fourth year in a row) for our achievements in helping to reduce the environmental impact of our packaging.Celebrate the land we love this January with our Rose Hand Cream Australia Limited Edition 2018 available whilst stock lasts.
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EAT YOUR WAY TO RADIANT SKIN WITH JACQUELINE ALWILL
INSPIRED BY OUR NEW BODY CARE RANGE, OUR FAVOURITE AUSTRALIAN NUTRITIONIST, JACQUELINE ALWILL COOKED UP TWO RATHER DELICIOUS AND DELIGHTFUL MEALS WITH FRESHEST OF INGREDIENTS FULL OF ANTIOXIDANTS THAT WILL HELP YOU ACHIEVE RADIANT SKIN BY NOURISHING YOU FROM INSIDE OUT AND GET YOU STARTED FOR A GLOWING SPRING. There is SO MUCH to look forward to in the Spring, it’s one of my favourite times of year. New season produce, lighter meals, fresh ingredients to make you feel nourished from the inside out. In partnership with Jurlique and for the launch of their NEW Body Care Range I’ve created this delicious recipe which draws on ingredients from the range and delivers it to you ready to eat. Pretty great right?SAGE BRUSSEL AND CAULIFLOWER RICEBreakfast (brunch, lunch – maybe dinner too?) of champions – SAGE BRUSSELS AND CAULIFLOWER RICE. Abundant with nutrition from cauliflower, garlic and brussels to support our bodies natural detoxification processes. Full of fibre to aid digestion and satiate our appetite. And with the gentle inclusion of sage, enriches this dish with both anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients too.You can play with additional flavours such as pecorino or if you prefer dairy free and purely plant based then a touch of vitamin B rich nutritional yeast will do the trick. Serve with fresh sourdough or gluten free bread, some sautéed mushrooms and beans and you have the perfect, nutrient dense, balanced meal.SAGE BRUSSEL AND CAULIFLOWER RICEServes 4 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 cloves garlic 1 leek, white part only, diced 1 head (700g) cauliflower, cut into florets, blitzed to form a rice 200g brussel sprouts, finely sliced small handful sage leaves 2 teaspoons lemon rind 2 teaspoons nutritional yeast OR 1/4 cup pecorino, shaved 1 cup baby spinach sea salt and black pepper DIRECTIONS Heat a large frypan on medium heat, add olive oil, garlic and leek and cook 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add cauliflower rice, brussel sprouts, sage leaves and lemon rind and cook approximately 6-8 minutes. Sprinkle nutritional yeast if using a non dairy option and toss through baby spinach to warm. Seasons with sea salt and black pepper and sprinkle with pecorino if using. Serve direct from the frypan with sautéed mushrooms and butter beans and avocado for a delicious wholesome meal anytime of the day. SAGE BRUSSEL AND CAULIFLOWER RICE - Inspired by Restoring Lemon, Geranium & Clary Sage Shower Gel
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