THE DEEP DIVE SERIES - DISCOVER OUR INGREDIENTS AND HOW NATURE BENEFITS YOUR SKIN + MIND
Frankincense: The Ancient Resin with Modern Skincare Power
Frankincense has been treasured for thousands of years - often called the “king of oils” in ancient rituals. Used by royalty, healers, and spiritual practitioners, it was prized for its calming, protective, and restorative qualities. Today, it continues to be a cornerstone of luxury and natural skincare, delivering multi-layered benefits that soothe, rejuvenate, and protect the skin.
HYALURONIC ACID: THE MULTI-WEIGHT HYDRATION ARCHITECT
Discover Hyaluronic Acid - one of the most effective humectants in skincare — a molecule that draws water into the skin to keep it supple, hydrated and plump. But not all HA is the same. That’s why the Goddess Elixir is formulated using multiple molecular weights to hydrate at every level. Read on to discover more…
BAKUCHIOL: THE RADIANCE RETINOL FOR SENSITIVE + MATURE SKIN
Why this gentle botanical became a signature ingredient in the Goddess Nectar
If your skin has ever felt too sensitive for traditional retinol — the dryness, the flaking, the “purging,” the tightness — then bakuchiol is the gentler, wiser sister your skin has quietly been waiting for.
Often called a retinol alternative, bakuchiol isn’t just some trendy plant extract. It’s a clinically backed, beautifully versatile active ingredient that gives mature skin visible benefits without the drama.
In the Goddess Collection, it’s one of the ingredients I was most excited to work with — not just because of the results it delivers, but because of the way it fits into a formula: supportive, stabilising, smoothing, empowering.
Let’s dive into what makes bakuchiol so extraordinary, how it behaves behind the scenes in formulation, and why I chose it as a centrepiece of both the Goddess Nectar.
stay tuned for more ingredient deep dives
This post kicks off my new Ingredient Deep Dive series, where I break down the key actives and botanicals in my skincare. If you’ve ever wondered what bakuchiol, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C derivatives, or precious plant oils actually do — you’ll find it all here. Let’s begin with an ingredient I’m incredibly excited to share: bakuchiol.