Australia’s Best Beauty Exports

There’s a lot to thank Australia for — flat whites, Margot Robbie, Bluey, and Tim Tams. But if we’re being honest, few things deserve quite as much love as the country’s home-grown beauty brands.

Aussie beauty is all about simple-but-effective formulas, powerful botanical ingredients, pared-back routines, and seriously good sun protection. And with a new wave of Australian brands launching over the past decade, discovering what’s actually worth your time (and money) has never been more exciting.

These are the Australian beauty products we can’t stop talking about.

Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash

Found in bathrooms the world over, Aesop’s Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash is one of the brand’s most loved formulas — and for good reason. Suitable for sensitive skin, the gentle cleanser combines antibacterial mandarin rind and rosemary leaf extract to effectively wash away dirt, while soothing lavender helps keep hands feeling soft and comfortable.

The woody, herbaceous scent — now something of an Aesop signature — leaves a subtle fragrance on the skin that lingers long after you’ve dried your hands.

Ultra Violette Supreme Screen SPF 50+

Ultra Violette’s Supreme Screen is a moisturiser, primer, and high-level SPF in one. A true universal crowd-pleaser, it protects, hydrates, and preps all skin types thanks to its lightweight, skin-enriching formula.

Powered by Kakadu plum — a vitamin C-rich antioxidant fruit extract — the formula helps defend against free radical damage, while Peptide Dragosine supports hydration and shields skin from UVA, UVB, and blue light exposure. With no tell-tale white cast, Supreme Screen leaves skin feeling soft, comfortable, and perfectly primed for makeup.

ESK Skincare Enlighten Gold

Enlighten Gold is one of the few products that can tackle stubborn pigmentation without overwhelming sensitive skin. The lightweight moisturiser from ESK Skincare blends gentle PHAs with targeted brightening actives to help even tone, while supporting the skin barrier. It reflects Australia’s growing reputation for intelligent, results-driven skincare that prioritises long-term skin health over quick fixes.

Alpha-H Liquid Gold with 5% Glycolic Acid

Alpha-H’s Liquid Gold is a cult-favourite exfoliating treatment that combines the benefits of a toner, serum, and moisturiser in one. Powered by 5% glycolic acid, it gently sweeps away dead skin cells for a smoother, clearer complexion.

Glycerin and liquorice root extract help keep skin hydrated and protected, while the low-pH formula supports ongoing renewal. With continued use, tone and texture appear more refined, and post-blemish marks look visibly softened for brighter, more even-looking skin.

Sundae Whipped Shower Foam

Australian beauty doesn’t always take itself too seriously — and Sundae’s product portfolio is proof. The bodycare brand’s cult Whipped Shower Foam is beloved for turning cleansing into a playful, sensorial ritual, with a fluffy texture and dessert-inspired scents that make everyday showers feel indulgent. Beneath the fun packaging, skin-benefiting ingredients work to gently cleanse and smooth.

Lanolips Original 101 Ointment

Lanolips’ Original 101 Ointment is a 100% natural, more effective alternative to traditional petroleum-based balms. The multi-award-winning formula is powered by pure lanolin, which closely mimics the skin’s own oils to help restore and lock in moisture.

Designed to deliver serious hydration, it soothes extremely dry and chapped lips, as well as skin patches, cuticles, elbows, and anywhere else in need of a nourishing boost.

Grown Alchemist Skin Defense Primer

This bestselling Skin Defense Primer is lightweight, silicone-free, and quietly hard-working — gliding onto skin to blur pores, soften shine, and create a smooth, makeup-ready base.

Powered by adaptogens like reishi mushroom and ashwagandha, the formula helps support the skin barrier and defend against daily environmental stressors, while prebiotic peptides work to keep the surface balanced and hydrated. The result? Skin looks fresher, calmer, and perfectly prepped before foundation even enters the chat.

Sand & Sky Purifying Pink Clay Mask

Sand & Sky’s cult-favourite Purifying Pink Clay Mask is a product the beauty community swears by — and it’s easy to see why. The Australian pink clay-powered formula works to draw out impurities, decongest pores, and absorb excess oil, helping to keep combination skin looking clear and balanced.

A brightening blend of mangosteen, pomegranate, and Kakadu plum supports a more even tone, while witch hazel delivers a soothing finish. Consider it your go-to reset for days when skin feels congested and in need of a refresh.

Bali Body Gradual Tanning Butter

Bronzed skin is practically an Australian signature — one that tanning brand Bali Body has mastered.

The brand’s hero gradual tanning butter delivers a subtle, buildable glow while doubling as a deeply hydrating daily moisturiser. Packed with skin-loving ingredients, it leaves skin soft, nourished, and naturally radiant, with minimal transfer and zero stress.

Vida Glow Natural Marine Collagen

Vida Glow’s Natural Marine Collagen is a daily essential for anyone serious about glow-from-within skin. Made with sustainably sourced marine collagen peptides, the formula delivers superior absorption — up to 1.5 times more efficient than other collagen sources — helping to smooth fine lines, boost firmness, and support elasticity.

The perks don’t stop at skin, either: expect thicker-looking hair and stronger nails over time. Consider it your inside-out beauty upgrade.

Rationale #3 The Brilliance Tinted Serum SPF50+

Sun protection is serious business in Australia — and Rationale has spent decades perfecting it. The brand’s bestselling #3 Tinted Serum SPF50+ offers broad-spectrum protection with a sheer, glow-enhancing finish that evens skin tone without masking it. Lightweight yet hardworking, it protects against environmental stressors while supporting skin health and luminosity.

Foile Jojoba Face Oil

Foile may be one of Australia’s newest skincare brands, but it’s already one of our favourites.

We love the Jojoba Face Oil, formulated with cold-pressed, locally grown jojoba oil that closely mimics the skin’s natural sebum for effortless absorption and balance. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, it hydrates without heaviness and can also be used for cleansing, as well as nourishing the body.

Frank Original Coffee Scrub

Packed with natural, vegan, good-for-you ingredients, Frank’s Original Coffee Scrub is your ticket to smoother, glowier skin in seconds. The gentle exfoliator buffs away dead skin cells to leave skin seriously soft and deliciously scented with notes of orange mocha frappuccino, while a blend of sea salt and robusta coffee beans helps stimulate circulation and support collagen production.

Cold-pressed sweet almond oil replenishes moisture and vitamin E helps soften the look of scars and stretch marks over time.

Bondi Sands Self Tanning Foam Dark

This iconic Self Tanning Foam is your shortcut to a streak-free, sun-kissed glow. Ideal for light to medium skin tones, the award-winning formula can be left on for anywhere between one and six hours, letting you tailor your tan exactly how you like it.

Lightweight and infused with aloe vera, it leaves skin hydrated and bronzed, with a subtle scent of coconut — like you’ve spent the week soaking up the sun at Bondi Beach.

MCoBeauty Crème Matte Luxe Lipstick

MCoBeauty is Australia’s answer to fuss-free, flattering makeup — and its bestselling Crème Matte Luxe Lipstick is proof. Delivering rich pigment with a soft, velvety matte finish, it sits comfortably on the lips throughout the day.

The creamy, non-drying formula glides on with ease, while the angled tip allows for precise, effortless application.

Three Warriors Hydrabronze Tan Drops

These Hydrabronze Tan Drops are a must for regular self-tanners. Designed to blend seamlessly into any skincare routine, they deliver a beautiful, customisable glow alongside serious hydration. Infused with native Kakadu plum, marine collagen, and hyaluronic acid, they leave skin radiant, smooth, and naturally bronzed.

It’s a skincare-first approach to tanning that feels distinctly Australian — effortless, adaptable, and glow-giving.

Ciroa Shimmer Body Oil in Vanilla-icious

Ciroa is one of Australia’s most loved fragrance-led bodycare brands, celebrated for turning everyday routines into something more enjoyable.

We love the Shimmer Body Oil — a lightweight, fast-absorbing formula that leaves skin softly hydrated with a sheer, light-reflecting glow. Think sun-kissed skin, bottled, with a beautiful scent to match.

Mecca Cosmetica To Save Face SPF50+ Superscreen

Mecca Cosmetica’s To Save Face SPF50+ Facial Sunscreen is the kind of SPF we reach for on repeat. Delivering broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection, the lightweight chemical formula leaves a natural-matte, non-greasy finish with zero white cast.

It layers seamlessly under makeup, while vitamin E, pycnogenol, sodium PCA, and glycerin hydrate, support the skin barrier, and help defend against free radical damage.

Kevin Murphy Bedroom Hair

Consider this your answer to enviable volume with flexible hold and zero stiffness. Kevin Murphy’s super-lightweight texturising spray adds body and lift to all hair types and is especially good at enhancing natural waves and curls. Infused with camellia leaf extract, ginger root, and sunflower seed extract, it helps protect hair while keeping styles touchable and moveable. Think perfectly undone texture, with that laid-back Australian cool baked right in.

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