Ingredients
If you have any allergies, please exercise caution. To help you decide, all our bottles and jars include a detailed ingredients list. If you’re still unsure, feel free to visit us at your local market or give us a call. We’ll be happy to assist, suggest an alternative, or even explore creating a new product just for you!
At Byron Bay Exotics & Byron Bay Plantation, we’re passionate about quality and sustainability. Many of the ingredients, namely our Calendula+ Gold & Full Spectrum Hemp, in our products are lovingly grown by us, ensuring the freshest and purest quality. For the rest, we partner with trusted local suppliers to source responsibly and support our community. Together, we bring you natural, effective products you can feel good about.
Arnica
Arnica is renowned for its ability to reduce bruising, swelling, and muscle soreness. Packed with anti-inflammatory and analgesic compounds, it soothes aches, speeds up recovery, and supports healthy circulation, making it ideal for sports injuries and overworked muscles.
Beeswax
A natural emollient, beeswax creates a protective barrier that locks in moisture without clogging pores. Packed with vitamin A, it supports skin healing, reduces dryness, and soothes irritation. Its antibacterial properties add extra defence for healthy, glowing skin.
Calendula
Calendula is rich in flavonoids and linoleic acid, which protect cells from free radical damage and reduce inflammation. It is effective for skin issues such as eczema, acne, dry skin, dermatitis, and nappy rash. Its carotenoids reduce wrinkles and improve skin tone. Calendula flowers can be used in teas, tinctures, and salads, providing soothing benefits for ulcers, indigestion, menstrual cramps, and immune support.
Camphor
Camphor provides a cooling, analgesic effect that eases pain, inflammation, and itching. Its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties support healing and soothe discomfort from muscle aches, joint pain, and irritated skin.
Cannabis Sativa Flower & Hemp Seed
Hemp oil hydrates and moisturises skin while reducing wrinkles. Hemp flower and seed oil, infused with calendula, create a potent skin-nourishing blend. In Australia, hemp oil is referred to as “cannabis sativa low THC” and used under medical guidance, especially for skincare.
Castor Oil
Derived from the castor bean plant, castor oil is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E. It hydrates, detoxifies, and promotes healthy skin regeneration, benefiting conditions like dermatosis and psoriasis.
Chickweed
Chickweed soothes itchy, irritated skin with its cooling and anti-inflammatory properties. Ideal for conditions like eczema, rashes, and burns, it also promotes healing and refreshes the skin.
Comfrey
Rich in allantoin, comfrey supports skin cell regeneration and accelerates healing. It reduces redness, swelling, and irritation, making it ideal for minor cuts, bruises, and dry or sensitive skin.
Frankincense
Frankincense oil is anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-ageing. It promotes skin healing, reduces wrinkles, and improves elasticity. It also soothes inflamed skin and enhances blood circulation.
Hypericum (St. John’s Wort)
Hypericum is valued for its anti-inflammatory and nerve-soothing properties. It aids in healing cuts, burns, and abrasions while calming nerve-related pain and promoting skin health.
Lavender
Lavender oil tones and revitalises the skin, treating conditions such as acne, burns, sunburn, and wounds. Known for its purifying and detoxifying qualities, it also soothes dry, sensitive, or irritated skin.
Lemon
Lemon essential oil has antimicrobial properties and enhances skin quality. It reduces oil production, tones the skin, and combats conditions like acne and eczema. Lemon juice also soothes sunburn and insect bites.
Macadamia Nut Oil
Macadamia nut oil is rich in omega fatty acids and antioxidants. It hydrates, promotes elasticity, and supports cell regeneration, making it ideal for dry and mature skin.
Menthol
Menthol provides a cooling sensation that soothes irritation and reduces itching. It also eases muscle pain and congestion, offering a refreshing and calming effect.
Olive Oil
Packed with vitamins A and E, olive oil nourishes and protects the skin. Its anti-inflammatory properties soothe irritation, while its emollient texture locks in hydration, leaving the skin smooth and radiant.
Propolis
Propolis is a powerful antibacterial and anti fungal agent that accelerates wound healing, reduces inflammation, and strengthens the skin barrier.
Rosehip Oil
Rosehip oil is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids. It helps reduce scars, fine lines, and hyper pigmentation while boosting collagen production.
Rosemary Essential Oil
Rosemary essential oil promotes circulation, balances oily skin, and refreshes the complexion. Its antimicrobial properties benefit acne-prone skin, while its scent uplifts the mood.
Sandalwood Essential Oil
Sandalwood essential oil soothes irritation and restores balance to sensitive skin. Its rich aroma promotes relaxation and enhances meditation, offering a holistic skincare experience.
Shea Butter
Shea butter is a deeply nourishing moisturiser rich in vitamins A, E, and F. It hydrates, repairs damaged skin, and improves elasticity, making it ideal for sensitive or irritated skin.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that protects against free radical damage. It hydrates deeply, reduces scars and fine lines, and supports skin health.
Wintergreen
Wintergreen contains methyl salicylate, a natural pain reliever. Its anti-inflammatory properties soothe sore muscles and joint pain while its minty aroma invigorates the senses.
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Ylang ylang balances sebum production, making it ideal for both dry and oily skin. Its soothing properties enhance complexion and reduce stress, leaving the skin radiant.