Science-based skincare ingredients
Ancient Roots, Timeless Power
Behind every Skinara formulation lies a tale as old as time—New Zealand’s extraordinary plants are descendants of species from the age of dinosaurs! Some even date back to Gondwanaland, flourishing in isolation for over 85 million years. Because NZ was cut off from other landmasses 82% of its plants are found nowhere else in the world and developed extraordinary, unique defense systems. This ancient heritage gifted them with unique, powerful defense systems unlike anywhere else on Earth.
Nature’s Molecular Shield
From misty West Coast rainforests to sun-kissed Northland shores, New Zealand’s wilderness has crafted ingenious natural defenders. Enzymes, peptides, and metabolites evolved to protect plants from environmental stress are now harnessed by Skinara to guard your skin, restoring its natural balance and resilience.
Wisdom Woven with Care
Our formulations aren’t just about molecules—they carry the heart of New Zealand culture. Guided by Rongoā Māori traditions, native plants are gathered as treasured taonga, honoring their whakapapa and ecosystem. Every ingredient reflects commitment to integrity, respect, and scientific excellence.
Skinara Science-Based Skincare Ingredients with Soul
With Skinara your skin embraces the magic of an ancient land, protected by nature’s own bioactive wisdom. More than skincare—this is a celebration of heritage, science, and care that lets your skin tell its own beautiful story.
Cultural Respect
Indigenous partnerships and ethical sourcing are at heart of all we do. We collaborate with local communities to ensure harvesting is sustainable, respectful, and regenerative.
Sustainability
Our harvesting practices are designed to ensure long-term ecosystem health — for example, selective harvesting, seasonal timing.
Traceability
Each batch is linked to its source region, validated through independent lab testing, and transparently documented for full visibility from harvest to formulation.
Botanical Chemistry
Our extracts are rich in polyphenols, alkaloids, and antioxidants unique to New Zealand's ecosystem — compounds validated for their ability to calm, protect and restore sensitive skin.
Microbial Intelligence
We cultivate and study native ferments and beneficial microorganisms, ensuring every formulation supports a balanced, thriving skin microbiome.
Bioavailability
Resilience isn’t just in the wild — it’s in the way we preserve and deliver these compounds so their intelligence reaches your skin intact.
Stability
Stability preserves the integrity of every molecule, so what nature creates and science validates arrives unchanged, ready to perform for your skin.
Purity
Our bioactives are not only potent, thy're pure, science-based skincare ingredients — independently tested to ensure every drop is free from contaminants which is vital especially for sensitive skin.
Ingredient spotlight: phenolics
New Zealand phenolics—naturally occurring antioxidant compounds found in native plants like manuka, kawakawa and flax—are highly prized in skincare for their potent protective and restorative properties. These phenolic compounds help combat free radicals, soothe inflammation, and support the skin’s natural defense against environmental stressors. NZ phenolics also assist in brightening and evening skin tone, making them a popular choice for formulas aiming to deliver both anti-aging and calming benefits, all inspired by New Zealand’s unique botanical heritage.
Harnessing New Zealand's biodiversity
Nature’s Extremes, Your Skin’s Protection
Our science-based skincare ingredients capture the resilience of these beautiful lands — antioxidant enzymes, proteases, oleanolic acid, and bioactive compounds from native plants, mosses, and ferns shaped by volcanic soils. From fungi thriving in extreme environments, we learn how to shield skin from oxidative stress and support its natural adaptability.
UV, Wind, Volcanoes: Nature’s Test Lab
New Zealand is a living laboratory of powerful ingredients. Our unique plants and microorganisms have evolved under intense UV light, ocean winds, and volcanic conditions, producing extraordinary compounds rich in phenolics, flavonoids and other bioactives.
Where Nature Meets Validation
Each extract, ferment, and isolate is validated through Skinara’s research platforms — ensuring safety, efficacy, and harmony with the skin.
Discover which ingredients your skin needs
Your skin is unique. Your care should be too. Begin with a diagnostic and let nature’s most advanced ingredients work in harmony with your biology. Through Skinara Clinical Services, we connect these Smart Ingredients to your personal skin profile, creating care that is as individual as you are.
Microbiome Skin Signals + Personalized Serum
Skin Credible
