Introducing Grown Alchemist. Certified Organic Skincare.
Grown Alchemist are an Australian skin care brand based in Melbourne. They have created an advanced range of skin care products using certified natural botanical ingredients and powerful natural formulations to provide ultimate skincare results without the damaging effects of artificial ingredients found in many skin care products.
Their products work in synchronicity with the body; restoring skin function, detoxing the skin then activating skin function using potent natural ingredients.
Their packaging is all recyclable. And it’s beautiful; apothecary style bottles and non-leeching lined aluminium tubes.
They’re also certified cruelty free by PETA’s Beauty Without Bunnies Program. They don’t test on animals at any stage of their product development all the way through to production.
Skincare Routine... which products to use and in which order?
With so many products, knowing which products to use when can be confusing. Let’s talk skincare routine steps. Grown Alchemist recommend a daily AM and PM skincare routine, to Cleanse, Detox and Activate your skin, and take it one step further by using an Exfoliator and Masque 2 to 3 times per week.
Ageing of our skin starts at a cellular level when we are 25! Our bodies start to slow down, including producing less collagen at a rate of about once percent less per year. In our 50's almost no new collagen is produced in our bodies. When you enter into your late 20's, consider changing to an anti-ageing skincare routine to help fine lines, skin firmness and radiance.
1. CLEANSE - Daily AM & PM
Single Cleanse recommended in the AM with the Gentle Gel Cleanser.
In the PM, double cleanse to get rid of the day’s grime, dirt, oil and makeup. Use the Hydra Restore Cream Cleanser or the Hydra + Oil Gel Facial Cleaner (depending on your skin type) for your first cleanse, followed by a second cleanse with the Gentle Gel Cleanser.
• Geranium Leaf to decongest • Bergamot to balance • Rose Bud to brighten
Soothes and calms irritation with Aloe Vera and Chamomile. Stimulates and improves cell-generation with Mandarin and Sweet Orange.
• Olive Leaf as an antioxidant • Plantago as an anti-inflammatory • Red Seaweed Extract to strengthen.
Decongests, removes impurities, dimities pores and restores radiant skin. Helps to reduce age spots and pigmentation.
Hydra+Oil - Gel Facial Cleanser
• Rosemary to neutralise free radicals • Squalane to hydrate • Blackcurrent seed to repair tissue
2. EXFOLIATE - 2-3 times/week
Post-cleansing we suggest gently exfoliating skin 2-3 times per week to remove dead skin cells, helping to brighten your complexion and allowing deeper penetration of your topical products.
• Pink Grapefruit to simulate collagen • Glucomannan Extract to refine skin texture • Polylactic Acid for cell renewal
3. MASQUE - 2-3 times/week
After double-cleansing and gentle exfoliation your skin is primped to receive nourishing actives from specialty treatment masques 2-3 times per week. Select a masque based on your skin concerns, for drawing out impurities we recommend a clay formula. For those seeking soothing, hydrating properties opt for a cream or gel formula.
• Wheatgerm to tighten pores and skin • Ginkgo to increase cell metabolism • Cranberry for deep detoxification
Detox your skin by drawing out excess oil, makeup, grime and build-up, as well as lightly exfoliate skin. Increases skin hydration and improves skin elasticity. Can be used as a full face masque or as a spot masque for blemishes.
4. TONE - Daily AM & PM
We recommend toning following cleansing to restore skin back to its natural acidic state, while sweeping impurities away, repairing cell damage, priming pores and assisting with product absorption. Tone in the AM and PM daily.
5. SPOT TREAT - Daily AM & PM
Though it may seem counter-intuitive targeted, spot treatments are most effective applied before serums and hydrators. Allow any spot treatment to absorb for 1-2 minutes before continuing on with your skincare routine. Spot treatments can be applied in the AM and PM.
6. DETOX SERUM - Daily AM & PM
Following cleansing, it is critical to nurture the process of dermal detoxification. Our ‘Detox’ phase fights the release of damaging free-radicals, improving the oxidative state of the skin, restoring cellular function and overall skin health. This restoration of skin health results, in turn, maximizes the absorption, benefits, and results of topical actives that follow. Apply daily in the AM and PM.
7. TREATMENT SERUM - Daily AM & PM
Follow on from dermal detoxifications, layering targeted serums should be your next step in your routine. Apply DAILY in the AM and PM.
Best for
All skin types • Ageing skin • Great for sunburn, and windburn
• Vegan Friendly • Gluten Free
8. EYE CREAM - Daily PM
A nightly application of eye cream is essential for preserving the delicate and thin skin around the orbital contour.
9. MOISTURISER - Daily AM
Apply your Moisturiser daily in the AM to your face, neck and décolletage to lock in hydration, in-turn promotion skin healing.
• Camellia to protect and hydrate • Geranium Blossom to decongest • Chamomile to calm and soothe
Lightweight moisturiser to hydrate skin, without a greasy feel. Has a silky, matte finish.
Hydra-Repair Intensive Day Cream
• Camellia to protect and hydrate • Grapeseed Oil to protect and sooth • Sal Butter to restore skin suppleness
A rich formula that provides maximum hydration without leaving residual oil or shine on the skin.
A light-weight formula to reduce the depth and appearance of wrinkles.
Age-Repair Intensive Moisturiser
An extra rich moisturiser to restore and reduce the depth and appearance of wrinkles.
10. NIGHT CREAM - DAILY PM
The final step in your daily skincare regime is to apply your Night Cream in the PM to your face, neck and décolletage to lock in hydration, in-turn promotion skin healing.
2 to 3 times per week you could use the Age-Repair Sleep Masque - leave it on overnight to deeply hydrate, reduce the depth and appearance of wrinkles, sooth, regenerate and soften skin. This is my favourite product!!
Interested in upping your skincare routine to certified organic products?
View the Grown Alchemist skincare range here, or contact Polly & Co to talk about your skin concerns and we can point you in the right direction!
Talk soon,
Gemma x
1 comment
I have a client who has acne, sensitive skin
Her skin stings with the gentle foaming clns and skin tends to feel tight and sometimes dry
Can you help with recommendations ??