The Little Urchin range of natural* skin care products, including our natural* sunscreen and our natural* moisturiser, was created in response to the growing number of chemical-based skincare products we are covering ourselves in every day without considering their impact on our body or the marine environment. We knew there was another way to achieve maximum sun protection and daily hydration without harsh chemicals or nasty preservatives that add to the planet’s problems. Combining our efforts and vision with the best formulators in Australia, we developed the Little Urchin range of daily and after-sun skin care products that are suitable for use on all skin types, don’t leave nasty chemical residues in the water affecting the health and abundance of our natural reefs and, when purchased, actively help the fight to reclaim our beautiful planet and preserve it for future generations.
Our natural* moisturiser is specially formulated for providing you with optimal daily hydration for both your face and your body and for use after sun exposure. We designed it using a unique blend of natural* and organic ingredients that provide long-lasting hydration for restoring, nourishing and replenishing your skin. This unique blend is a celebration of natural* ingredients, embracing the natural properties of special oils and minerals that offer a powerhouse of natural* skin benefits. All of our products are designed specifically to be free of chemicals and synthetic preservatives.
Along with Vitamin E, our natural* moisturiser includes shea butter, grapeseed oil, and essential oils to develop a crisp, inviting natural scent. Our natural* moisturiser formulation is inspired by Australian Indigenous knowledge of antioxidant-rich Super-Berries and includes the skin-loving organic extracts of avocado oil, cucumber, aloe vera and marine algae – all of which help to sooth and revitalise dry skin. The lotion is easily absorbed and is non-greasy. When you use our natural* moisturiser daily, you’re protecting your skin’s natural beauty with the best that nature has to offer you, naturally*.
Our formulation is suitable for sensitive skin types and for all ages (over 12 months) as well as for the planet. When used daily, it offers a refreshing experience while providing your skin with the nourishment and care it deserves. The best time to apply our natural* moisturiser is immediately after showering and drying and after sun exposure. Gently massage the lotion into the skin, both face and body, to leave your skin feeling hydrated and nourished.
Our natural* moisturiser complements the use of our reef safe sunscreen from our natural* sunscreen range. While many sunscreen types include what’s known as ‘chemical absorbers’, our range of natural* sunscreen, including our reef safe sunscreen and our tinted sunscreen, does not. Not only are chemical absorbers such as oxybenzone and octinoxate damaging to our natural reef system throughout the ocean, they have also been tied to a range of skin irritations too, particularly in young children. Our range of sunscreen is different. Using the blocking properties of zinc oxide, we have created a natural* sun protection formulation that is gentle on the skin and on the environment. It’s suitable for use on all skin types, including as a baby sunscreen on babies 6 months of age or over. So why is our formulation suitable for your skin, your family’s skin and the greater environment? Because we don’t use chemicals. We trust in the power and the wisdom of the natural world to develop natural* formulations suitable for use all over your body.
When looking after your skin, it’s best to follow a simple four step process to maximise skin protection and love. The first step is using a cleanser. Cleansing should take place at least twice per day – ideally morning and night – and you should use a cleanser that works best for your skin tone. If you’re a bit overwhelmed by the range of natural choices available, consult a skin care professional for advice. They’ll be able to point you in the direction of a cleanser that works well for your skin and explain why it’s best for your particular skin tone and type.
Exfoliation is the next step. Exfoliation should be done a maximum of once or twice per week and you should ideally use a natural exfoliant like ground coffee granules or apricot seeds. Be gentle with your skin while you’re exfoliating. The point of exfoliation is to gently lift and remove dead skin cells which can clog up your pores and make it difficult for natural* moisturisers to be absorbed where they do the most good.
Moisturising is the third step. Your body moisturiser should be applied daily to enjoy the maximum protection and hydration benefits it provides. Our natural* moisturiser is designed to include the best of nature’s antioxidant producing plants and minerals, offering your skin precious replenishing power and protection.
Finally, apply your tinted sunscreen or natural* sunscreen every day. As the sun can have devastating effects on our natural skin tone and elasticity, to maintain beautiful, soft and youthful skin, wear a tinted or natural* sunscreen. Regardless of the weather, whenever you’re outside you should always protect your skin with an SPF 30 or higher sunscreen, noting that very little additional protection is provided with sunscreens with an SPF higher than 30.
Be kind to your skin and the environment. Order from our range of skin care products, including our natural* moisturiser and our natural*, chemical-free and reef safe sunscreens online or check out a local stockist near you.
*We use the term ‘natural’ because the ingredients in our products are ones found in nature that are unharmful to the body and used in their natural form or are refined, purified or transformed in the laboratory from sources in nature. The refinement, purification and transformation processes of certain ingredients are chemical processes required to make the underlying, natural ingredients suitable for use in a sunscreen or moisturiser product. These processes do not involve the use of synthetic chemicals.