Wellbeing Journal
CALENDULA FLOWER SALAD
Did you know you can eat Calendula? Try this pretty salad for some healthy floral goodness:Ingredients1 cup mixed salad leaves, 1/2 cup fresh borage flowers, 1/2 cup fresh pansy flowers, 1/4 cup lilac flowers, 1/4 cup rose petals, 1/4 cup watercress, 1/4 cup calendula flowers, add Goji berries, chopped almonds and carrots too if you wish!For the dressing use; ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, 1 pinch Himalayan salt, 1 pinch cracked pepper, 1 small pinch combined dried thyme, oregano and marjoram, ½ teaspoon honey mustard, ¾ cup grape seed oil, ½ to 1 teaspoon dark roasted sesame oil, 1/8th teaspoon tamari.Method1. Place all salad ingredients in a large bowl and toss gently to combine.2. Place dressing ingredients in a jar with a screw–top lid and shake to combine.3. Drizzle dressing over salad and Enjoy!
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THE POWER AND PURITY OF ROSES
“Roses connect you to nature – to beauty within. They are the queen of plants when it comes to skin care.”– Ulrike Klein, co-founder of JurliqueThe heritage Roses grown at our biodynamic† farm have been at the heart of our skin care bestsellers ever since Jurlique began. Many of our most beloved products continue to harness our pure Roses to uplift the senses and enrich the skin.Roses were one of the very first flowers planted by our founders, Jurgen and Ulrike Klein, back when they started the first Jurlique Farm at Ngeringa in 1985. Today, we grow six varieties of old-style David Austin roses at the Jurlique Farm.“When we started to create the first Jurlique skin care range, there was no question that the Rose would be at the forefront of whatever we did,” Ulrike explained recently. “It would be one of the main ingredients.”Rose PetalsIt was not just the knowledge that Roses have excellent hydrating, soothing and enhancing qualities that led our founders to make it a major part of our skin care, Ulrike said, “When I go back in my mind to the gardens that were around me where I grew up, all the plants were Roses – not hybrids, but old Roses, with this amazing scent. So I’ve always had an innate connection to Roses.”According to Ulrike, scent plays a critical role in making our Rose skin care more than simply beauty products. “The whole idea of Jurlique was not to create beauty products. It was about our dream to connect people back to nature. That’s the really important thing for us as human beings. How can we connect to ourselves? How can we connect our customers back to nature? And the Rose is right at the top of that.”“The essential oil of the Rose connects you to nature, to beauty within. It refreshes; it enlivens. It makes you feel alive. It makes you feel positive.“And it’s this connection that our Rose products create to the customer within that is the secret of their success.”Shop the story: Rose Moisture Plus RangeRose Moisture Plus Range† Certified biodynamic by the National Association for Sustainable Agriculture, Australia. Jurlique’s products and farm are not certified by or affiliated with Demeter® USA or Demeter International.
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MEET THE KAKADU PLUM, AUSTRALIA’S UNIQUE SKIN CARE SUPERFRUIT
Originally discovered in the UNESCO World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park, the Kakadu Plum has since been revealed to be the world’s richest natural source of Vitamin C. Find out why that makes the Kakadu Plum a skin brightening superstar.To understand the strength of the Kakadu Plum, we have to go back to its origins.The Kakadu National Park where this superfruit was first found is not just a place of enormous ecological and biological diversity. It’s also home to some of the toughest climatic conditions in the world.Exposure to near-constant and extremely harsh sunlight forced the Kakadu Plum to develop a highly efficient self‐defence system in order to survive. This system is made up of a cocktail of powerful antioxidant molecules, which protect the fruit against UV – and make it the nutrient-rich botanical powerhouse it is today.Kakadu PlumThe Kakadu Plum must be harvested from the wild in some of the most inaccessible areas of north-western Australia. Because of this, the fruits tend to be handpicked by Aboriginal Australians who care for the land, and draw on generations of traditional knowledge when it comes to finding and utilising this unique fruit.Aboriginal people have lived within the Kakadu National Park and its surrounding areas for tens of thousands of years. They traditionally relied on the fruit as a vital source of nutrient-rich food, particularly during long treks or hunting trips.Today, we draw on all the powers of this Australian superfruit in our Purely White range, so we can deliver the most efficacious skin-brightening results.Shop the story: Purely White Skin Brightening RangePurely White Range
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JOURNEY TO THE JAR: THE STORY OF OUR ROSE
You might call the Rose “queen of the botanicals”, such is its popularity and regard. Our particular matriarch is the species Rosa gallica. Nine varieties of Rosa gallica grow on our organic farm in the Adelaide hills of South Australia, their blooms spanning a spectrum of shades, but their properties and intoxicating scent identical. This is the story of the queen of botanicals and her journey from first planting to taking centre stage in our nourishing skin care.Step 1 | South Australian provenanceAdelaide is the Rose capital of Australia, thanks in large part to its climate – hot in summer and with plenty of rain throughout winter – which is ideal for growing Roses. Nutrient-rich soil and pure, unpolluted air are some of the most important qualities of our farm and to capitalise on this pristine environment, we follow organic growing methods, keeping the farm free from synthetic fertilisers, pesticides and insecticides.Step 2 | Plant partnersPlanting is meticulously planned so that all our botanicals can work symbiotically to protect each other from harm. Our Roses are planted beside Yarrow , which nourishes and protects them from predatory insects.Step 3 | Hand-picking petalsHarvesting begins in November each year, and our Roses are gently picked by hand when at their peak. Between November and February, we harvest 30 to 60 kilograms of Rose petals each week. Some weeks, when we’ve had particularly good weather, the Roses grow extra quickly and we can harvest up to 100 kilograms of petals per week.Step 4 | Next comes dryingThe Rose petals are laid flat on large racks and placed in our heated drying cupboards for five to six days. The dried petals can be stored for up to three years without diminishing their active ingredients. Rose is a key ingredient in many of our products, so it’s important that we always have a continuous supply.Step 5 | Extracting the nutrientsTo unlock the nutrients within the Rose, each petal goes through our exclusive extraction process. This proprietary process captures the pure, potent and active essential nutrients and minerals from the plants. This precious Rose extract is then transported to our nearby Natural Beauty Plant, which was developed in line with our culture of sustainability.Step 6 | The products you loveHere at the Natural Beauty Plant, the Rosa gallica extract becomes the hero ingredient in many of our most loved products, including our bestselling Rose Moisture Plus Moisturising Lotion and Rose Hand Cream. As well as imparting its divine scent, this botanical beauty helps hydrate dry skin, leaving it feeling soft and supple.
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POWERED BY PETALS
Alert! Our cult classic Rosewater Balancing Mist has been given an even more intense, luxurious update for 2019. We’ve spiked the fresh, dewy glow that devotees know with the intense Rose fragrance – for a rush of hydration and an instant uplifting sensation.Mist or you’ll miss it.Each year, fans wait for it. And when the special, seasonal release of rosewater hits, they go, go, go. This year’s NEW Rosewater Balancing Mist Intense Deluxe Edition has already sparked buzz. A morning miracle for awakening the senses, toning and preparing skin for your next skincare step, it’s what facialists swear by. Setting makeup with a light, dewy glow then rebooting makeup later in the day, it’s what makeup artists need. We’ve even known hairdressers to rave about the lush rosy scent it leaves in their clients’ freshly blow-dried hair.We’ve just made it more of a must-have with a lush upgrade – this year’s double-sized 200mL edition is juiced up with the deep hydration and a natural Rose fragrance.It’s not just a spritz – it’s a sensation. Soaked with the glow-reviving, mood-uplifting power of organic Rosa gallica, which is hand-harvested on our organic farm in South Australia at its peak, this exclusive rosewater blend is also infused with extracts of Rosa centifolia, Rosa multiflora and Rosa canina.Each Rose has been carefully chosen for its unique power to hydrate, soften, balance and protect skin from moisture loss, soothe sensitivity, boost radiance and clarify skin tone for a more even, youthful glow. Each essence combines into one ultra-relaxing, calming fragrance – an intense sensory experience in a spritz. NEW, limited-release Rosewater Balancing Mist Intense Deluxe Edition is out now and shop it here.
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STOP. SMELL THE ROSES.
We’ve always known our signature botanical, the Rose, is more than a sweet, natural scent. Hotwired directly to memory and emotion, fragrance can have a powerful, immediate impact on our sense of wellbeing – and Roses are a powerful joy-trigger. Need more excuses to upgrade your day with a hit of Rose-tinted bliss? We’ve got four of them… Sweeten dreamsPut your favourite Rose scent on double duty before bed. The ability of stress-defusing Rose essences to lull a busy mind to sleep is no secret, but a German study has also showed that subjects exposed to a Rose fragrance during REM had more positive dreams than those who smelled a control or unpleasant scent. Experts think that having positive dreams as we recharge could be a key to maintaining positive moods while we’re awake.[ref https://www.newscientist.com/article/dn14773-sweet-smells-lead-to-sweet-dreams/] Learn fasterDeploying a shot of intense scent while learning a task, then smelling that scent again while we sleep, can help memories set faster. New things are filed in one part of the brain short-term, then etched into the cortex for permanently during sleep. Reactivating the brain with smell, a major trigger for memory, overnight can make the process more efficient. Mist to boost your night cream – and your memory.[ref https://www.scentcillo.com/blog/floral-aromachology-focus-rose] Boost mood, relax sensesDeep breath, in and slowly out…The scent of Rose uplifts your mood and calms jumpy nerves. Inhalation of a Rose fragrance can help soothe the senses when we’re under pressure of time, a deadline or emotional stress. Spritz yourself happy.[Ref: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12499579} Feel good fastInhaling the scent of natural Rose oil and essence can have an instant effect on the mind and senses. We’ve upped the ante with ourRosewater Balancing Mist Intense Deluxe Edition, this year’s limited-release update of our iconic Rosewater Balancing Mist. Powered by natural Rose fragrance this intense mist gives your senses a deep, rosy bliss. In an express mist. Stash one on the top shelf, in your bedside drawer, on the desk, in a bag for on the go… You don’t need to slow down to smell these Roses – but you might want to.
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THE JOURNEY OF OUR PRECIOUS ROSA GALLICA FLOWERS
It takes an exceptional Rose to become an extraordinary extract. Discover the journey of the Roses that made it into our ultra luxe Fragrant Rose Hand Cream Limited Edition. It’s a story about liquid life force. Jurlique has always known that Nature is the most powerful beauty lab. The secret of the lush moisture and intense Rose scent of the NEW Fragrant Rose Hand Cream Limited Edition lies in the earth. THE STORY BEGINS WITH A ROSE BUD The pure essence of Rosa gallica flowers contained in the rich hand cream is drawn only from the best blooms of the season – the picks of the bunch. Hand-sown into the nutrient-rich soil of our organic Farm, each Rose plant is nourished by clear rainwater and sunlight of South Australia’s Adelaide Hills – the purest place on Earth. As the first organic Roses spring tenderly from the bush, they are gently hand-tended, raised to perfect bloom – Nature’s perfect Roses. PURITY IS THE ONLY PROCESS At Jurlique, everything is timed to Nature’s cycle. We hand-pick the best Roses only while they are at the peak of their natural power and take them to the botanical drying shed on our Farm, where fresh ingredients become purely concentrated, active extracts. Inside the shed, our Roses go through a meticulous three-phase extraction process to capture the powerful antioxidants and hydrating properties that live inside each petal. This painstaking process delivers a rich concentrated extract to deeply hydrate and replenish the skin on hands. NOT ALL ROSES ARE CREATED EQUAL Our Rosa Gallica is not just any Rose. Known as the Alchemist’s Rose, this Rose has been used medicinally for thousands of years – the pick of the bunch for its indulgent nourishing properties and the sweet fragrance that envelops the senses, lifting both the mind and the body. THE ULTIMATE GIFT OF NATURE We’ve simply blended the intense, active concentrate of Rosa Gallica into a lushly fragrant luxury hand cream, both a hand moisturizer and antioxidant-loaded, to deeply hydrate, soothe, soften and restore the skin while relaxing the senses. No artificial fragrances, parabens, silicones, PEGs or mineral oils or paraffin – just the pure liquid life force of red Roses, captured in a tube. We’ve also boxed it beautifully, into a luxurious gift for the skin and the senses. Give to someone special – or to self. An intense indulgence has never felt more necessary.
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MEET THE MOTHERS AMONGST US!
There are iconic women who transform our world all around us. This Mother’s Day we wanted to celebrate those we sit amongst. We spoke to some of the inspirational women in our Sydney office to understand how they nourish, how they balance work and home life and how their own mothers have inspired them. Anna, Marketing Director - ANZ Mother to Dayne & Mila How do you nourish your skin? I think masks are such a wonderful way to give my skin a boost, or treat a particular issue. My favourites are Purity Specialist Treatment Mask, to deeply cleanse and smooth, and Intense Recovery Mask to revitalise. Has the concept of 'beauty' changed for you since becoming a mother? Absolutely. Having a child, you instantly become the whole world for this tiny person and dedicate yourself fully and unconditionally to them. Well, at least the first few years. The notion of beauty evolved for me to become more holistic, to focus on inner beauty rather than my looks. Motherhood does that to you, it puts your whole life in perspective. What’s your morning ritual? I always start with a cleanser to wash off all the dirt and impurities. My favourite is our Nourishing Cleansing Oil, it has an amazing texture and fragrance. My skin is left feeling soft and smooth. Another must have is Jurlique’s Activating Water Essence, which is a delight to use and it makes my moisturiser work harder and last longer, it makes such a big difference to my skin. How do you balance family life with work life? The short answer is I don’t. I just go with the flow while my kids are young and enjoy the ride. It gets super busy and exhausting at times, but it’s worth it! I had to become much more organised and make sure I plan for all weekly meals ahead, coordinate my work travel with my partner and book the babysitter months in advance. What is something your mother always said to you? Mum used to say: “Anna, in this life you can only be successful if you believe in yourself”. A notion that helped me at different stages of my life when my self-esteem was low. What do you wish for your children? I wish for them to be happy, loved and try to make this life better for all beings around them too. It’s probably a bit ambitious but I’m sure they can give it a go. Aimee, Design Lead – Global Mother to Willow and now, at the time of publishing, 4-week-old Charli Who’s your everyday icon? I have the hugest admiration for Saskia Havekes, founder of Grandiflora. We have been so fortunate to collaborate with her on some of our campaigns over the past few years. I am truly astounded and inspired by the way she has created an internationally recognized business empire, whilst remaining one of the most hard-working, gracious, kind and gentle women I have ever met – all whilst raising two daughters. How do you nourish your skin? At the time of answering this, I am a few weeks away from meeting our second child – and I feel like I literally can’t get enough moisture into my skin – GIVE ME ALL THE OILS AND MASKS! I use Jurlique’s Skin Balancing Face Oil every day, layering it under moisturiser and also mixing it with foundation – my skin literally drinks it up! I also love our Rose Moisture Plus Moisturising Cream Mask. I love that when used overnight, your skin looks refreshed and hydrated in the morning. I am going to keep this one especially close over the upcoming months! How has your own mother inspired you? My mum has always been my biggest supporter and cheerleader. She has brought me up to believe that I have something unique to offer the world, BUT that if I want to make a difference, it’s up to me to go out and do it. 15 years ago, she set up a business in Cape Town, South Africa, creating art out of recycled tea-bags. The business now supports more than 20 individuals from an informal settlement. It is testament to her unwavering desire to create a positive impact in the world through the talent she has been blessed with. Has the concept of 'beauty' changed for you since becoming a mother? I feel like since having a little one, ‘beauty’ has become a way for me to reconnect to myself as ‘Aimee’ and not ‘mummy’. I feel energized and able to take on the world when I have washed hair, skin care and make up on and I am out of my tracksuit pants! What’s you must have beauty product? Jurlique’s Skin Balancing Face Oil How do you balance family life with work life? My husband and I regularly challenge ourselves and each other to focus on work when we’re at work but then remain present when we’re at home, but we don’t always get it right. What do you wish for your children? That they find a sense of purpose and through that, happiness. Above all, I hope they are kind and gracious, to themselves and others. Also, I hope they always come over for weekly dinners even when their Dad and I are old and uncool! Bertha, Visual Merchandising Manager – ANZ. Mother to Audrey and Eliza. How do you nourish your skin? By drinking lots of water and making sure I always do a mask every week no matter how busy life gets! How has your own mother inspired you? My mother passed away last year. She was always thinking of others, even up until the end of her life. So, I try to always put myself in other’s shoes and do what’s best by others. Has the concept of 'beauty' changed for you since becoming a mother? I try to be a role model for my girls. I want them to know that all women are beautiful no matter what we look like on the outside. As a mother, beauty for me is not physical but how we take a moment to appreciate everything around us – nature, people and how we are all connected. What’s your morning ritual? Apart from ushering the kids around and making ham and cheese sandwiches, I make sure that I take 10 minutes for myself. I cleanse my skin, followed by Activating Water Essence and Calendula Redness Rescue Restorative Treatment Serum. Then I use the Herbal Recovery Signature Eye Cream followed by the Skin Balancing Face Oil as a moisturiser. I make sure I do all the steps, as it’s the only time in the day I get to focus on my skin. What’s your must have beauty product? My Jurlique Rose Silk Finishing Powder, it’s changed my life! How do you balance family life with work life? I am very lucky to work at a company that respects and encourages work and family balance, which makes it much easier to be a full-time working mum. I make sure that I am there for most of my girl’s school performances and that I actually switch off the emails as soon as I am home…or at least not look them till the next morning on the train! What is something your mother always said to you? “Don’t take on everything yourself – ask for help when you need it.” What do you wish for your children? I want my girls to be happy, healthy and have a positive outlook on life. There is so much beauty all around us and I don’t think we take enough time to appreciate it. Nicole, Brand Manager - ANZ Mother to Zoe How do you nourish your skin? Days have been a little more hectic since becoming a mother 5 months ago, but I make sure, at the very least, that I hydrate with Activating Water Essence and Herbal Recovery Signature Moisturising Cream every morning and night. If I have an extra few minutes, I use the Herbal Recovery Signature Serum and Herbal Recovery Signature Eye Cream. I also squeeze in a Purity Specialist Treatment Mask or Intense Recovery Mask every week. How has your own mother inspired you? Her work ethic and strength are so inspiring. She is amazing. Has the concept of 'beauty' changed for you since becoming a mother? I think I feel more beautiful now as a mother, than I ever have. Beauty seems more tied with happiness than my physical appearance. What’s you must have beauty product? Activating Water Essence is my holy grail! How do you balance family life with work life? At the moment I get to enjoy all the time with my beautiful girl, Zoe, as I am on maternity leave. I will worry about the balance when I need to. What is something your mother always said to you? “Don’t waste time worrying about things that are out of your control.” How do you relax and reconnect with yourself at the end of a busy week?A walk around the block, a hot bath and a face mask. What do you wish for your children? I wish Zoe a lifetime of infinite love, happiness and friendship! Strength when she needs it and to keep her beautiful little smile. TAKE A MOMENT TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER
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MEET GEORGE THOMSON, OUR JURLIQUE ROSE BREEDER
It’s not every day you get your very own rose, a variety that you won’t find anywhere else in the world. But that’s exactly what we’ve got at Jurlique. In 2015, we decided we wanted something special to celebrate our 30th anniversary - something that would encapsulate who we are. It could only be one thing: a rose, arguably our most iconic ingredient. It couldn’t just be any old rose, though. Like Jurlique itself, this rose had to be unique. It had to be grown on our farm in the Adelaide Hills, and it had to be of the best possible quality. This is where George Thomson came in. A renowned rose breeder based in South Australia, George first bred this variety of rose in 2014. With a unique highly-perfumed scent, oil extract that’s super-hydrating, beautiful soft pink colour and large, abundant petals, we knew straight away that this rose was The One. It’s been growing exclusively on the Jurlique Farm ever since and you’ll now find Jurlique Rose extract in our Rosewater Balancing Mist and Moisture Plus Rare Rose collection. We sat down with George to find out more. George’s first brush with growing produce goes back to his childhood in north east Scotland, where his father bred potatoes. This sparked an interest in George that would lead to a lifetime of botany in various guises, first at the University of Dundee where he studied Botany and Chemistry, then to a stint at Kew Gardens in London, and then – after a brief hiatus which saw him spend three years in the British Army and SAS – in Australia, where his dedication to rose breeding began. The year was 1960 and for the next 20 years, George would breed roses, trying to sell his varieties to various companies, all while juggling his other job as a dairy farmer. “It was a struggle early on. From the 1960s to about 1980 nearly, I was on my own doing it”, says George. “But since about 1990 I’ve really come into my own.” The reason it took so long? “From the day you pollinate the flower until the day that you put the variety on the market, it takes about 10 years. You could die and eight years later you’re still bringing out new roses. Isn’t that wonderful?” There’s also the fact that Australian roses haven’t always had a great reputation. “Rose breeding in this country has been a real struggle because of the power invested in the importers. A lot of people think Australian bred roses are no good. Sadly, it’s a mentality thing and I find that very frustrating. In fact, there have been a couple of times when I really felt like throwing the towel in and doing something else. But then I thought, ‘well, so what? I’ll breed roses for myself’. George persevered and after decades of trying and pushing through the prejudice, became one of the most revered rose breeders in South Australia. And now, he says, his roses would outperform any that are imported into the country, thanks to them being specially bred for the heat and dry conditions. When it comes to breeding, George chooses the best female plants (the ones that produce the best seeds), a skill that he’s refined over the years. “Like all breeding, the female line is the most important. It’s not random by any means, what I do is known as line breeding. It’s quite easy to go astray because you’re using so many different varieties, so I keep records. “You’ve got to prepare the plants. You get the flower when it’s just starting to open, say just slightly above the bud stage. You then rip all the petals off and leave the stigma in the centre, which is the female part. About the same time, you take whatever pollen you want to use off a different variety, keep the stem end and put them in a dish at room temperature. After 24 hours it will drop pollen - you simply use your finger to dip in the pollen and put it on the female part you prepared the day before. “I don’t cover them or anything like that. Once you take the petals off, the bees aren’t interested, so you don’t get cross pollination. Roses also don’t pollinate through wind either, so it’s very accurate.” As for the Jurlique Rose, George says it took quite a bit of work (and luck) to get it to how it is today: a large, soft pink flower, with hardly any thorns - making it easier for our farm workers to handle - and the “most perfumed” rose he’s ever bred. The way that George has dedicated most of his life to breeding roses – despite the setbacks, despite the challenges, and despite, in his own words “not making a lot of money” (in fact, he donates a lot of his roses to charity) - is testament to his passion for the flower and a pure love for what he does. At 82, he’s “supposed to be retired” but will carry on breeding roses for as long as possible. And, of course, there’s the work he still does with Jurlique. Since the Jurlique Rose first arrived on our farm in 2015, he’s been educating our farm staff in pruning and feeding the roses, passing on his extensive knowledge so his passion can live on for generations to come. TAKE A MOMENT TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER
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