May Gibbs Baby Balm

Blue cypress is a luxurious Australian bush oil, known for its anti-bacterial and antifungal properties. It is a sophisticated woody scent, lifted by the addition of petitgrain and other sublime oils.

A gentle blend designed to purify and freshen. Blue gum is highly anti-bacterial, combined with fresh neroli, deodorising rosewood and purifying spruce.

A luxurious blend of essential oils to soothe the skin and relax the mind. Australian buddhawood is complemented by a blend of gentle oils including blackcurrant, chamomile, yarrow, ylang ylang, peppermint and geranium.

Fragonia is a bush oil with delicate floral notes, blended with Australian sandalwood and other beautiful oils including ginger and patchouli for a calming and grounding natural scent.

Lemon tea tree refreshes while it kills germs. A unique twist on lemon to enliven and cleanse, with a soothing combination of luxurious oils including Australian mandarin, rose geranium, cardamom and neroli.

A blend of all edible oils including lemon myrtle, Australian mandarin, orange, lemongrass, juniper, cardamom and ginger that’s both deliciously refreshing and powerfully cleansing.

A powerful blend of Australian native oils that repel insects naturally including lemon-scented gum, lemon myrtle and lemon tea tree, complemented by other beautiful oils to create a delicate lemony fragrance.

An exotic blend of scents of two great continents, marrying the native floras of Australia and China. Osmanthus imparts a creamy smooth honey scent to relax the mind while eucalyptus brings a woody forest aroma to invigorate the senses.

Paperbark is a gentle but powerful oil, which will remove germs and repel insects, while calming and relaxing. Combined with other oils including lemongrass, rosemary and lavender, this formulation is specially designed to suit a dog’s sensitive skin.

Sydney peppermint is a cooling refreshing oil with strong anti-bacterial properties. A variation of eucalyptus, it is complemented by rosemary, juniper and other beautiful essential oils to create an uplifting and energising fragrance.

A fiery bush oil with powerful germ killing properties.Tasmanian pepper has a soft woody fragrance, a perfect complement to relaxing Australian lavender, on a base of luxurious oils including bergamot and cedarwood.

A warm woody blend of Australian natives including White Cypress,Tasmanian pepper,eucalyptus,lemon tea tree and brightened with the addition offloralgeranium.

A preservative found in ‘natural’ products such as baby wipes, mouthwash, hand cream, makeup and cleaning products - reported to cause mild (sometimes severe) irritation of the skin.

Look for: Methylisothiazolinone, Methylchloroisothiazolinone

Used in personal care products such as shampoo, body wash and soap to make the ingredients softer on the skin. During their creation, products are contaminated with 1,4-dioxane - a well known human carcinogen.

Look for: PEG & ingredients ending in ‘-eth’

A synthetic preservative used to extend shelf-life in cosmetic products. Very toxic in high doses with the potential to cause damage to brain cells and the nervous system.

Look for: Phenoxyethanol

Found in personal care products such as nail polish and shampoo to help synthetic fragrance last longer. A well known endocrine disruptor, linked to obesity, birth defects, fertility issues and asthma.

Look for: Fragrance or ‘...phthalate’

Quaternary Ammonium Compounds are used in fabric softener to make garments more plush. Known to trigger asthma attacks and are thought to interfere with our reproductive system.

Look for: Products advertised as anti-bacterial

Found in personal care products such as lipstick, foundation, hair care and sunscreen to give a ‘silky feel’. Shown to be detrimental to the environment, cause breakouts in the skin and dullness in the hair.

Look for: Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane or Cyclotetrasiloxane

Petroleum-derived foaming agents in shampoo, body wash, hand wash and laundry detergent which can cause skin irritation, rashes and allergic reactions with links to organ toxicity and hormone disruption.

Look for: Sulphates.

Artificial colours can be found in personal care products and are derived from petroleum, coal tar or heavy metals. Can increase the risk of irritation, blocked pores, breakouts and sensitivity.

Look for: Synthetic or artificial colours

Used in a wide range of products as ‘fragrance’ or ‘parfum’. Derived from petrochemicals and known to cause skin irritation along with serious illness such as asthma, fertility issues and hormonal interference.

Look for: Fragrance or parfum

A well-known environmental toxin used for its anti-bacterial properties, often found in antiseptic cream, hand sanitiser, hand wash and toothpaste. Linked to skin irritation and interference with hormone function.

Look for: Triclosan