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RATIONALE The Strengthening Duo

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A Strengthening + Nourishing Set 
This strengthening duo works synergistically to support the skin barrier and restore luminosity. #1 The Hydragel is enriched with a proprietary B-Group Vitamin Complex, while #4 The Cleanser gently removes impurities with nourishing ceramides and lipids, leaving skin hydrated and comforted.

Use in the AM and PM.

Features:
#1 The Hydragel (50ml) 
#4 The Cleanser (50ml)

My Benefits

#4 The Cleanser

  • Gently cleanses without stripping the skin
  • Restores hydration and suppleness
  • Supports and fortifies the skin's natural barrier
  • Soothes and calms irritation

#1 The Hydragel

  • Hydrates
  • Strengthens
  • Visibly Calms
  • Non-sensitising
  • Gently Cleanses
  • Nourishes
  • Amplifies Suppleness
skin Suitability
  • All skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.
  • Skin experiencing redness and dehydration.
  • Mature skin with fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Skin with hyperpigmentation concerns.
  • Menopausal skin prone to dullness and dryness.
How to use me

#4 The Cleanser:

  • Dispense 1–2 pumps into the palm.
  • Apply to the face, massaging over dry or damp skin.
  • Rinse thoroughly with tepid water.

#1 The Hydragel:

  • Apply a pearl-sized amount
  • Smooth over the face, neck, and décolletage every morning after cleansing.
  • For best results, use it daily to build hydration and resilience.
  • When incorporating Vitamin A into your skincare routine, ensure to apply SPF protection during the day, such as #3 The Tinted Serum SPF50+.
My Key Ingredients

#4 The Cleanser

  • Ceramides (NP, NS, AP, EOP, EOS): Essential for reinforcing the skin barrier and locking in moisture.
  • Glycerin: A powerful humectant that helps keep skin hydrated and plump.
  • Tocopherol (Vitamin E): An antioxidant that protects the skin from environmental damage.
  • Aloe Vera Leaf Juice: Soothes and hydrates, calming irritated skin.
  • Sandalwood Seed Oil: Nourishes the skin, adding to its softness and suppleness

#1 The Hydragel

  • Glycerin: A powerful humectant that draws moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated.
  • Niacinamide: Soothes and strengthens the skin, reducing inflammation and improving the skin barrier.
  • Panthenol (Pro-vitamin B5): Deeply hydrates and helps repair the skin barrier, while also providing anti-inflammatory benefits.
  • Sodium Hyaluronate: A form of hyaluronic acid that boosts moisture retention in the skin.
  • Ceramide NP: Helps restore the protective skin barrier by locking in moisture and preventing dehydration
All of My Ingredients

#4 The Cleanser: Aqua (Water), Propanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Tocopherol, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Tocotrienols, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Santalum Spicatum (Sandalwood) Seed Oil, Butylene Glycol, Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil, Mica, 7-Dehydrocholesterol, Ceteareth-25, Pentylene Glycol, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Cetyl Alcohol, Banksia Serrata Flower Extract, Barklya Syringifolia Flower/Leaf Extract, Brachychiton Acerifolius Flower Extract, Citrus Australasica Fruit Extract, Davidsonia Pruriens Fruit Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Extract, Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Extract, Tasmannia Lanceolata Fruit Extract, Telopea Speciosissima Flower/Leaf Extract, Terminalia Ferdinandiana Fruit Extract, Citric Acid, Behenic Acid, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Copper Gluconate, Potassium Sorbate, Ceramide NS, Glycine, Sodium Benzoate, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide EOS, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Caprooyl Phytosphingosine, Caprooyl Sphingosine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Threonine, Valine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Limonene, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77491 (Iron Oxides).

#1 The Hydragel: Aqua (Water), Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Niacinamide, Propanediol, Betaine, Sodium Polyacrylate Starch, Panthenol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Mica, Hibbertia Scandens Leaf Extract, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Pyridoxine Hcl, Sodium Hyaluronate, Acacia Melanoxylon Leaf Extract, Butylene Glycol, Allantoin, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Disodium EDTA, Glycyrrhetinic Acid, Honey Extract, Pyridoxine Tris-Hexyldecanoate, Santalum Spicatum (Sandalwood) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Glyceryl Caprylate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Ceteareth-25, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Magnesium Aspartate, Zinc Gluconate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil, Tin Oxide, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Leaf Oil, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil, Maltodextrin, Sodium Benzoate, Citric Acid, Behenic Acid, Ceramide NP, Cholesterol, Copper Gluconate, Potassium Sorbate, Ceramide NS, Glycine, Serine, Glutamic Acid, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide EOS, Aspartic Acid, Leucine, Sodium Citrate, Caprooyl Phytosphingosine, Caprooyl Sphingosine, Alanine, Lysine, Arginine, Tyrosine, Phenylalanine, Proline, Threonine, Valine, Isoleucine, Histidine, Cyanocobalamin, Limonene, Citral, Linalool, CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77491 (Iron Oxides)

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Identifying Your Skin Concerns

Hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation is characterised by brown patches that are darker in colour than the surrounding skin. It is most commonly seen as freckles, age spots, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. It is characterised by:

  • Uneven skin tone
  • Dark spots after a break-out
  • Symmetrical dark brown patches on top lip, orbital bone, and forehead

The Recommendation

Skin experiencing Hyperpigmentation needs Antioxidants and brightening actives to visibly even tone, in addition to SPF to protect against further damage. This skincare Ritual features ingredients that brighten the complexion’s appearance, support healthy cell renewal, and protect against solar damage—for a more even-looking complexion.

Fine Lines and Wrinkles

The Definition

Fine lines and wrinkles refer to the loss of collagen and elastin, which occur as a result of ageing and sun exposure. Fine lines and wrinkles are characterised by:

  • Facial sagging
  • Fine lines on the forehead
  • Cross-hatching lines around mouth and eyes

The Recommendation 

Skin experiencing fine lines and wrinkles needs Vitamins and firming actives to support the skin’s architecture and to preserve collagen, as well as SPF to protect against solar-induced damage. This skincare Ritual features ingredients that visibly improve skin firmness, support collagen, and maintain skin’s innate repair capacity for a firmer, more defined appearing profile

Sensitivity

The Definition

Sensitivity often presents as red, irritated skin, which is highly reactive to heat, active ingredients and the sun. Sensitivity is characterised by:

  • Skin that appears red and irritated
  • Low tolerance to active ingredients
  • Skin that flushes easily

The Recommendation 

Skin experiencing sensitivity requires calming and nourishing actives to support healthy barrier function and soothes the skin. This skincare Ritual features ingredients that reduce the appearance of redness and support healthy barrier function for a calmer, clearer complexion.

Congestion and Oily

The Definition

Congestion can occur when pores become clogged, or as a result of producing excessive sebum. It is characterised by:

  • Raised bumps with a red or white head
  • Small bumps under the skin mouth and eyes
  • Red, inflamed cysts

The Recommendation

Skin experiencing congestion requires resurfacing actives which support healthy pH and promote cell turnover. This skincare Ritual features ingredients that refine tone and texture, while balancing sebum production and supporting a healthy skin microbiome for a clearer, more refined complexion.

Dryness

The Definition

Dryness occurs when the skin is lacking crucial lipids required for healthy skin. It is characterised by:

  • Dry, scaly skin
  • Small patches of flaky skin
  • Tight sensation after cleansing or showering

The Recommendation 

Skin experiencing dryness requires intense nourishment to protect against moisture loss and to prevent damage from environmental aggressors. This skincare Ritual features ingredients that lock in moisture and strengthen the skin’s barrier to alleviate dry, flaky skin for a smoother complexion.

Dehydration

The Definition

Dehydration occurs when the skin is lacking water, resulting in loss of moisture. It is characterised by:

  • Very fine lines all over the skin
  • A tight sensation on the skin
  • Dull appearance

The Recommendation

Skin experiencing dehydration requires water-binding actives to increase moisture and prevent damage from environmental aggressors. This skincare Ritual features ingredients that amplify hydration for a more radiant complexion.

FAQs

Do you offer flexible payment options?

Yes! We accept Afterpay, Zippay, TLC finance, Visa, Mastercard, and cash in-clinic for easy and secure payments.

How can I receive my order?

We deliver Australia-wide and internationally, plus offer free local pickup at our Forresters Beach and Newcastle locations.

How long does shipping take?

Standard shipping within Australia typically takes 2–5 business days, and express delivery takes 1–3 business days, depending on your delivery location​.

What if I don't know which products I need?

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