We achieve cutting-edge performance by combining only the purest natural botanicals & highly-efficacious bioactives.
New Zealand’s fertile volcanic & acidic soils, pollution-free air and clean rainfall gives rise to one of the world’s most nutrient-rich and diverse natural eco-systems. Our botanicals have evolved to exhibit antimicrobial, antibacterial & antioxidant-rich properties, as well as soothing gels to spark cellular renewal. From this canopy of diverse flora, we carefully extract & balance these nutrients to deliver truly unique formulations.
Our tireless search for cutting-edge, natural-origin ingredients with scientifically proven efficacy is what sets us apart. As a natural beauty brand we explore the worlds of probiotics, high-tech ferments & peptides, and the richest natural forms of vitamin C – all with the sole purpose to deliver uniquely luxurious & efficacious formulations.
“The ancient wisdom of nature reveals itself when you are willing to look deep enough. The mycelium network beneath trees reveals the brilliance of nature – an intricate, intelligent system that nurtures life. We observe and embrace the wisdom of the natural world to unlock its secrets within every formulation.”
Elizabeth Barbalich | Founder & CEO
harnessing Nature’s Wisdom Through Scientific Innovation
Antipodes is a trailblazer in high-performance natural skincare. With a legacy spanning twenty years, our research, testing, and results outperform our peers. Our formulations are engineered from nature and undergo rigorous third-party testing for scientific validation. We do not pay consumers for positive reviews!
We are one of the very few natural beauty brands globally who undertake in-vitro testing of our end formulations. Working alongside scientific experts is traditionally the domain of large corporations, but we have achieved this – working with New Zealand’s best scientific minds to help elevate product textures, and enhance absorption and hydration levels, to deliver formulations that contribute towards healthier-looking skin.
OUR GROUNDBREAKING FORMULATIONS
Our most impressive collagen-boosting claim
Avocado Pear Collagen-Boosting Night Cream is scientifically shown in-vitro to stimulate Type I collagen production in human fibroblast skin cells by up to 92%.* This iconic bestselling night cream proves that natural skin care can outperform, outclass, and outsell its synthetic peers. (*Trinity Bioactives 2009)
100% natural-origin SPF50+ with ceramides
Supernatural SPF50+ Ceramide Silk Facial Sunscreen not only provides broad spectrum UVA + UVB protection, it’s also infused with anti-ageing ceramides. Ceramides hold skin cells tightly together, preventing water from escaping and keeping your skin hydrated. When your skin lacks enough ceramides, its barrier weakens, which can lead to dryness, irritation, and other skin problems. Using skincare products with ceramides can help replenish your skin's barrier, keeping it healthy and resilient.
Featuring clinically proven marine botanicals
Hyaluronic acid unites in Maya Hyaluronic 72-Hour Hydration Serum with innovative marine compound Pheohydrane, which has been clinically shown* to increase deep skin hydration for up to 72 hours, making the serum an effective thirst quencher for dehydrated skin. (*Codif Technologie Naturelle)
Featuring award-winning probiotic science
Culture Probiotic Night Recovery Water Cream is our bestselling probiotic night cream that works to restore that balance – with beautiful results and rave reviews. The secret: groundbreaking Kalibiome probiotics – scientifically proven* to help balance the skin’s microbiome, which in turn calms blemishes, redness, and irritation. (*Kalibiome probiotics/postbiotics 600: clinically shown to revitalise extracellular matrix [Kalichem, 2021])
In-vitro investigations: our unique difference
Working with the scientists at Trinity Bioactives, we look at the effect on human fibroblast skin cells when exposed to end formulations. With this method, we can demonstrate two critical anti-ageing markers: how skin cells stimulate collagen above natural collagen levels; and how the chemistry inhibits free radical damage. These independent results have shown that our bioactive & botanical ingredients achieve outstanding results.
Avocado Pear Collagen-Boosting Night Cream
Scientifically shown to stimulate Type I collagen production in human fibroblast skin cells by up to 92%.*(Trinity Bioactives 2009)
Lime caviar collagen-rich firming cream
Scientifically shown to stimulate Type I collagen production in human fibroblast skin cells by up to 65%.*(Trinity Bioactives 2009)
kiwi seed oil eye cream
Scientifically shown to stimulate Type I collagen production in human fibroblast skin cells by up to 82%.*(Trinity Bioactives 2009)
Clinical trials
Human clinical trials are key indicators of product performance. Conducted on living, volunteer human subjects, they measure a product’s ability to keep skin hydrated, reduce dryness and wrinkle depth, or protect sensitive skin from irritation. Our natural skincare products are tested by independent laboratoriesagainst a range of criteria in robust clinical settings. They look for, and measure, statistically significant results and outputs.
Dermatologically tested for sensitive skin
Selected natural skincare products undergo dermatological testing. This is conducted in an independent clinical setting in New York, on approximately 50 men and women with sensitive skin. Participants measure their skin’s reaction to the product over a period of six weeks.
To achieve a successful result, our dermatologically tested products were shown not to demonstrate a potential for irritation or sensitivity – making them ideal natural skincare products for sensitive skin.
In-vivo trials
In-vivo testing is a key indicator of product performance. Testing involves a large group of participants (40+ people) using a product of several weeks, then documenting any changes they observed in the look and feel of their skin, based on a set of measurement criteria. This results in a valuable set of data that reveals a product’s most significant features.