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Each year, Earth Day offers an opportunity to pause and truly reflect on our planet - to celebrate its beauty and its bounty, but also - critically - to actively consider its struggles and the support it needs from us.  

Earth Day 2022 calls on individuals to “Invest In Our Planet”, promoting the cumulative power of each individual to take actions that create a ripple effect of widespread change. 

Empowerment begins with knowing that every small change can help to make a big difference. 

At Natio, we aim to produce beauty-care products which “tread lightly, nourish gently and bring a smile to your face”. We also aim to cherish our natural world. Balancing our business objectives with our commitment to nature is a complex task, however we are proud of the inroads we have made so far and the path we are on. Our support of local forestry and wildlife rehabilitation initiatives, plus our commitment to solar-powered operations have created some meaningful change already, and we look forward to implementing ongoing improvement and expansion in environmental initiatives into the future. 

Packaging, in particular, presents significant opportunity for positive change. Natio is continuously striving to improve the sustainability of packaging and become ever more friendly to our environment.  

Already, Natio’s packaging demonstrates our commitment to sustainable forestry practices with recycled paper a priority where viable, and all virgin paper packaging materials certified for sustainable forest management.  

In terms of plastic, Natio products increasingly utilise a mix of recyclable, reusable, recycled and biodegradable materials to help alleviate “plastic pollution” in the environment.  

Natio’s more sustainable packaging efforts are most evident in our newest ranges - such as Spa, Spirit, Calm and Clear - with packaging made from at least 82% recycled plastic and sustainable materials such as renewable sugarcane, and with recycling symbols designed to facilitate correct disposal after use.  

We look forward to supporting positive change and empowering our customers to make more sustainable choices through ongoing packaging innovation, as it becomes available. Every positive action creates a meaningful ripple towards supporting and preserving our precious home. 

We all know that getting older is inevitable. Which, actually, isn’t a bad thing. With the privilege of age come all sorts of rewards - wisdom and confidence being two significant gains - and done right, reaching maturity can be downright empowering.

How? Positive Ageing.

Positive Ageing is a practice which encourages maintaining a positive attitude, feeling good about yourself, keeping fit, active and healthy, and engaging fully in life as you grow older.

Or in other words, shifting focus from (impossibly) “turning back the clock” to “turning up the dial” - embracing your age, loving yourself and living life to its fullest.

Some smart, simple steps can help set you on a path to ongoing happiness, health and vitality as you march into middle age and beyond.

Physically, looking after our bodies - including consuming a fresh and nutritious diet (more plants, less processed foods), staying hydrated, taking regular exercise, achieving adequate (and good quality) sleep, limiting alcohol intake, not smoking and reducing sun exposure - has a direct impact on how fast or slow our body ages and how good we feel.

Similarly, a good skincare routine can slow the visible signs of ageing and have you feeling comfortable, confident and radiant in your gorgeous, timeless skin. Formulations like those in Natio’s Ageless skincare line gently nourish and actively support the comfort needs and goals of maturing skin with nutritive plant ingredients and potent actives which promote improved skin hydration, texture and glow for your best skin at any age.

Creating a bespoke regimen which fits your lifestyle, complexion goals and makes you feel good - whether that’s a 3 step “cleanse, tone and moisturise (with SPF!)” routine or a more comprehensive regimen including specialised serums and treatment products - can be both enjoyable and empowering, paying dividends for your emotional health and wellbeing as well.

Inextricably linked, looking good and feeling good go hand-in-hand. Self-care and investment into safeguarding and supporting your physical, mental and emotional health is incredibly important - at any age.

When it comes to 'loving the skin you're in', sometimes its nice to hear how others embrace their beauty and what skincare routines they just can't go without. 

So, we sat down with Natio Head Office team members and asked them what they most love about their skin and how their view of 'beauty' has changed over recent times. Here's a snapshot of what three of our star staff had to say.

Lisa Ding - Product Developer Nature lover, doting mother to 2 beautiful teens, sweet tooth

Lisa, how has your perception of beauty changed over the years? Beauty has definitely evolved over the years and often gets defined by what's trending or what people within a culture group deem as popular, current and sought after. I think beauty has become more inclusive over the past few years as people are more aware and accepting of beauty within a broader age group, skin tones, colour and gender.  There is no longer the need conform to be celebrated .

What is something that you may have struggled with over the years that you have now come to love or embrace? My oily skin! Now that I'm in my 40s, I do appreciate that I do not really have wrinkle issues to deal with and this has helped to slow down the aging process quite a bit!

What makes you feel beautiful? When I am fit and healthy and my skin looks radiant as a result of that. 

What does beauty mean to you? To be confident in your own skin (and self) and to own your best features and strengths inside out!

Lisa Loves

"The Hydrating Face Fluid SPF50+. It is sun protection at its best with all the added benefits. I really like the lightweight texture and how it keeps my skin protected and hydrated throughout the day."

Allison Harvey - Head of Marketing and Product Foodie, knowledge seeker, mum to two cheeky children

What advice you would give your younger self? Wear sunscreen everyday. Never stop learning and always adapt your skincare routine to changes in the season and your life.

What makes you feel beautiful? I don’t have time in my day for an extensive skincare routine throughout the week, I do have a Sunday night skincare ritual where I double cleanse, exfoliate, and apply a mask. My skin always feels so refreshed and I feel relaxed and ready for a busy week of being a working Mum.

How do you embrace beauty or self care daily?  I’m trying to be more intentional in my every day, whether that means enjoying time with special people or reducing my social scrolling! As you grow more experienced at life you come to realise that time is the only thing you cannot get more of.

How do you show yourself love and kindness? I like to prioritise my thoughts. I think a healthy and positive mindset is very important to enjoying what life is all about.

Ali Loves

"I absolutely love the Ageless Antioxidant Rosehip Oil, it’s chock full of goodness, helps to protect and hydrate my dry skin, evens out skin tone and fight free radical damage."

We hope you liked getting to know some of the Natio team members, keep an eye out for part 2, where we continue to explore the secrets to embracing the skin you have and love being you.

One of the decades trending lifestyle shifts has been the push to use more vegan based products. Nowadays, more and more people are making conscious decisions about what they consume and the products they use in their daily lives and of course, on their skin. 

Firstly, it’s important to recognise the difference between vegan and cruelty free. A product that is vegan does not contain any animal ingredients or animal-derived ingredients. This includes ingredients such as, beeswax, lanolin, carmine, gelatin and more.  

The term cruelty free in cosmetics and skincare refers to a company’s stance whether they or a third party test their products on animals.  

What is Natio’s position on cruelty free?  

Natio is proudly cruelty free. We have never tested on animals and we never will. In 1996 we gained accreditation with Choose Cruelty Free. We believe in the ethical development of our products, ensuring no furry friends are put in harm's way.

choosecrueltyfree.org.au

Why is it important to Natio to have vegan products in the range?  

Natio has always been conscious about the ingredients selected in the product range. The ingredients for every product are carefully curated to ensure not only performance but ingredients that are natural and kind to your skin and the environment.  Whist once a niche category, the gaining popularity and demand for vegan products has provided a great opportunity to offer more products with great performance and vegan ingredients.  

Shop our vegan products here 

Get a fresh summer skin look that's all vegan  

1. After applying your Natio suncare, apply Natio Precision Tubing Mascara to lashes.  
2. For a light flush to the cheeks, using the Natio Blusher Brush apply the blush from the Natio Blush and Bronze Palette in Sunkissed focusing on the apples of the cheeks.  
3. Finish your look by applying the Antioxidant Lip Shine in Bliss to your lips for a subtle colour.  
4. Let’s not forgot your nails, apply 1-2 coats of the Nail Colour in Peony to your nails and toes and you’re ready for an Aussie summer bbq!  

After a very long make up hiatus, we were finally able to be back in the studio with our two gorgeous models Peggy & Hannah. We hope you love the 2022 Natural Australian Beauty Colour Collection as much as we enjoyed creating it.    

Armed with our favourite Australian natives and our cohesive make up collection designed to embrace and empower natural, individual beauty, we produced imagery reflecting the Australian spirit. Inspired by the radiance of our southern sky, the softly shimmering textures deliver depth and definition whilst celebrating some of Australia’s most beautiful flora.  

Below is a outline of the products used on each of the models, so if you feel inspired you can recreate the look or experiment with colour and create your own vision of natural Australian beauty. 

Peggy wears a warm, monochromatic look that reflects the beauty of our sunburnt country.  

1. Start by applying the Luminous Pearl Perfecting Primer on cleansed & moisturised skin. Follow on with your favourite Natio foundation & concealer – I used the Semi Matte Full Coverage Foundation in Vanilla and the Full Coverage Concealer in Light.  
   
   
2. Next apply the Southern Lights Blush and Bronze Duo, to the high points of the face to softly highlight.  
   
   
3. For cheeks & lips we used the Sunset Red Lip Duo. We lined the lips with Lip Liner in ‘Earth’ and followed on with Lip Colour in ‘Sienna’ – we also used the Sienna lipstick on the cheeks  - best applied with a brush to diffuse the colour.  
   
   
4. The Aurora Australis Mineral Eyeshadow Palette was used on the eye to give a pop of orange, colours outlined below.  
   
   
5. Follow on with 2 coats of the Super Long Lash Mascara from the Midnight Sky Mascara and Eyeliner Duo.  
   
   
6. Finally, give longevity to your look with the Makeup Setting Spray.  
   
   

Hannah highlights the beauty and romance of a pinky orange sunset with a touch of glimmering gold.  

1. Prime the skin and add a stunning glow with the Luminous Pearl Perfecting Primer. Follow on with your favourite Natio foundation & concealer – I used the Semi Matte Full Coverage Foundation in Golden and the Full Coverage Concealer in Dark Medium.  
   
   
2. Add that lit from within radiance to the cheeks and high points of the face with the Southern Lights Blush and Bronze Duo 
   
   
3. The golden tones from the Aurora Australis Mineral Eyeshadow Palette have been used on the eyes for a burnished gold hue – colours outlined below.  
   
   
4. Apply the black liner to the lash line and 2 coats of mascara from the Midnight Sky Mascara and Eyeliner Duo. 
   
   
5. Define brows naturally with the Daybreak Brow Duo.  
   
   
6. Give the lips a pop of colour with the Rose Dawn Lip Duo - Lip Liner Rose & Lip Colour Graceful, both used.  
   
   
7. Finally set your makeup with the Makeup Setting Spray for all day hold.  

Madonna, Bella Hadid, Irina Shayk, Kai Gerber, Zoe Kravitz, Barbara Palvin, Alexa Chung … have I got your attention yet?   

International Makeup Artist Ciara O’Shea joins me for a chat about embracing your natural beauty, as well as all things make up and beauty must have’s. 

Ciara, you’re in Sweden today shooting the campaign for Acne Studios Fall/Winter 22.  You’re heading back to London tomorrow and no doubt will be jet setting again very soon.  Thank you for joining me today to talk all things trends, celebrity and make up must haves! 

Natio: You have worked on some of the most recognisable faces in the world, from literal royalty to runway royalty - who’s face would you love to work on next?  

Ciara: I saw Nicole Kidman many years ago at a movie premier in Leicester Square in London, and I had never seen star quality like that before. Nicole was mesmerising, she had movie star quality and anyone I know that has ever worked with her before has just raved about how amazing she is. I would love to work with Nicole.  

Natio: What trends are you seeing in Europe at the moment that you’re loving?  

Ciara: I’m seeing a lot of light textures in makeup and when applying these fine delicate layers, it’s like working with chiffon. It’s fun to see how far you can push these delicate layers to build up a look. Cooler tones in eyeshadows are really taking off here, greys, mauves, cold greens are big in London at the moment.  

Natio: Trends are sometimes just that - which trends do you think are ones that don’t necessarily work for everyone?  

Ciara: I find it really difficult to see women wearing thick foundation in a colour that doesn’t suit their skin tone. Finding the right colour foundation is important, looking at your bare skin in natural light, then trying the shades on your face and then checking the colours in different lighting is important. The right foundation should just blend seamlessly into your skin, it should be in harmony with your skin tone.  

Another trend I’m seeing a lot of is heavy contouring. A soft contour and highlight is more flattering than heavy contour and highlight all over the face.  

Natio: Now you have worked on a lot of big faces, who is the nicest celebrity you’ve had the pleasure to work on?  

Ciara: Zoe Kravitz was absolute heaven, so sweet! Her skin was flawless, a makeup artists dream. Bella & Gigi Hadid, Kai Gerber – they’re all lovely.  

Natio: what would you say is your most underrated beauty product & why?  

Ciara: A hydrating Essence is so underrated. It gets hydration and moisture into the skin on a level a serum and moisturiser can’t. It negates the need for a primer. If your skin is in disrepair or rough in texture, an essence will sort that out and make it silky soft. Fine lines, wrinkles are sorted out fast.  

Natio: What are your 3 must have products for every day? 

Ciara: for my personal use - a concealer, a lip & cheek product & a mascara are my essentials. For my make up kit: an essence, a concealer (which you can build up or sheer down) & a brow product are key. 

Natio: As we open back up to travel, what products would you say you absolutely can’t live without whilst traveling? 

Ciara: A hydrating mist, an eye mask, an eye cream and essential oils for the plane.   

Natio: What are your best techniques & tools to achieve sculpted brows whilst looking natural and not ‘coloured in’..?  

Ciara: I use a mixture of brow products to create texture and dimension. I start with a brow pen to paint in hairs where there are missing gaps. Then I will go in with a brow gel to soften the brows and add hold. I often use a mixture of different colours and products to make the brows look more natural and textured.   

Natio: And finally, what's does beauty mean to you?  

Ciara: beauty to me is about individuality, embracing your unique features and diversity.  

A big thank you to Ciara for her wonderful insights into the world of beauty. You can find Ciara via @ciaradoesmakeup on Instagram.  

Cover image credit: Office Magazine

Whether it’s a day in the yard or a swim at the beach, the festive season generally means most Australian men are out in the elements, making the most of the summer sun. However, as we know, the Australian sun can be amongst the harshest on the planet, making a few hours of recreational activities a regrettable endeavor for those who march out of the house under prepared.

These days, the modern man tends to want to know he’s protected from the sun but not lathered in heavy lotions. This is why Natio’s non-greasy, lightweight and high protection SPF 50+ Facial Sunscreen has proven to be a best seller each and every year. It quickly absorbs into the skin without an oily residue and give you confidence to step outside knowing you’re covered.

While some men have developed a routine to protect their skin from harmful UV rays, the fact remains that many still don’t always think to slip slop slap as much as they should. So, if the man in your house is searching for a fuss-free, head-to-toe men’s skincare range that won’t break the bank, yet will keep him well-groomed and sun-protected over summer, then Natio has him covered. Our Men’s range is affordable and easy-to-use, leaving more time in the day for what’s important.

Featuring products that cleanse, exfoliate and moisturise, with deodorants and suncare - his side of the bathroom will be brimming with great selections.

Or, if you can’t think of what to get the man of your dreams this year, why not pick up one of our Christmas Packs?! From products to soothe hardworking hands, to native scrubs, with formulations filled with anti-ageing ingredients, you too will enjoy the perks of seeing his skin glow, whilst helping protect him from the elements.

We all know blokes sometimes overlook their personal grooming, but it doesn’t have to be that way! Even with a much-needed holiday or a few days on the road this festive season, our handy travel packs will ensure all his skincare essentials make it in the suitcase!

So, if you’re thinking your handsome hubby or partner could do with some pampering this summer, whilst helping keep him safe from the sun’s harmful rays, then take a look at the award winning products within the Natio mens range as there’s something for every summer occasion.

It’s a new year! Time to re-centre, re-focus and set some goals for the next 12 months. For some of us, this might mean moving on from the challenges on the past year – when anxieties around health, wellness and a global pandemic occasionally crept their way in. 

So – how to get this year off to a ‘chill’ start? A natural way of creating an environment that promotes positive energy is by using essential oils.  

Aromatherapy is a holistic health practice that’s been used for thousands of years to boost the mood and improve wellbeing. Using these aromatic plant and flower extracts around the home can play a huge part in helping you calm both the body and mind. 

Creating daily rituals that inject peace and calm into your life can be as easy as taking 5 minutes to focus on your breath as you diffuse your favourite essential oil before your day really kicks into gear.  

How to use essential oils?  

Diffusion is one of the easiest ways to use essential oils at home. The first step is to select your diffuser – you can choose from a traditional ceramic burner with candle or an ultrasonic diffuser – then choose an essential oil, or a blend of oils.  

Different botanicals have different benefits but if your aim is to create an environment of peace, tranquillity and calm, consider the below Natio Essential Oils:  

Lavender – associated with relaxation and balancing the mind  

Orange – great for meditation – known for energising the spirit  

Patchouli – often used to calm and ground a busy mind  

Lemon – often used to energise the spirit  

Bergamot – a delicate floral aroma, associated with balancing body, mind and spirit 

Oils can be used individually or blended together (a few drops of each in your diffuser) to create a signature scent. 

Or take the guesswork out of mixing oils by selecting one of Natio’s pre-mixed Essential Oil Blends. There is a specialised Calm Essential Oil Blend, a Relax blend, or Focus On Stress Pure Essential Oil Blend to help you create a peaceful atmosphere, anytime, anywhere. 

For a focused, calm and ‘zen’ 2022 – incorporate Aromatherapy into your everyday routine. Your spirit and soul will thank you for it.   

The 90’s, a true juxtaposition in music and fashion. Whatever your style, you could find it splashed across the glossy mags of Cosmopolitan, Dolly and Women’s Weekly.     

TLC fans were rocking baggy jeans and tube tops, shimmering pastel eye shadows and frosted lips. Your foundation mostly likely did not match your skin tone, but it was a vibe.  

The grunge fans smelt like teen spirit with a touch of Dewberry Perfume Oil. Teenage angst was at an all time high and brow hair was at an all time low. Brown lipstick, thin brows, an over powdered complexion and chocker chains adorned the necks of 90’s youth. Then there were lip lacquers, body glitter, bronzing beads, bath beads, glitter hairspray and Impulse Body Spray…ahhh the glory days!  

So whilst we can put down the tweezers and forget about the Yellow Pages, the 90’s are officially back… with some slight improvements.  

Monochromatic make up looks, barely there beauty, over lined lips, Smokey eyes with nude lips and brick coloured lips that perfectly match your earthy toned outfits, are all back with a vengeance. A classic red lip with a bare face never goes out of style. So lets take a look at some of Natio’s 90’s inspired make up looks and how we have taken the best parts of the 90’s and bought them into the 21st century. These are the trends of 2022…  

The monochromatic make up look with a brick lip

Natio lip colour in Sienna

Smokey eyes with nude lips 

Natio naturally nude lip colour in Chai

 A classic red lip with a bare face 

 Natio lip colour in Crimson