Traditional Apothecary Cream - Kawakawa & Hemp

Traditional Apothecary Cream — Kawakawa & Hemp

Handmade in New Zealand. Skin. Inspired by Nature.

Soothe & Restore

A refreshing, skin-revitalising daily cream packed with native kawakawa and organic hemp seed oil. Delivers instant hydration while helping to calm the look of irritation, leaving skin feeling smooth, soft, and balanced.

Crafted with kawakawa leaf water and kawakawa-infused sunflower oil alongside organic hemp seed oil and vitamin E, this restorative cream helps support the appearance of calm, comfortable skin, replenish moisture, and maintain a healthy-feeling complexion — every day.

• 100% Natural Origins — made with native plant hydrosols, botanical extracts, and natural essential oils
• Key Actives — native kawakawa leaf, omega-rich hemp seed oil, and nourishing vitamin E
• Free From — no synthetic fragrances, artificial colours, or parabens

Kawakawa (Piper excelsum) is a taonga plant native to Aotearoa New Zealand, long used in traditional Māori rākau māori (plant medicine). Kawakawa leaves were traditionally applied topically to help soothe and comfort irritated skin. In skincare, kawakawa is valued for its naturally occurring compounds that may help support skin comfort and assist with the appearance of skin affected by conditions such as eczema and dermatitis.

Hemp Seed Oil is prized in natural skincare for its rich profile of essential fatty acids (omega-3 and omega-6) that help nourish and condition the skin. Its natural properties make it well-suited to supporting skin affected by dryness, redness, or sensitivity — without clogging pores.

Key Benefits

• Native botanical support — kawakawa helps maintain comfortable, healthy-looking skin and may assist with the appearance of eczema and dermatitis
• Omega-rich moisture — hemp seed oil nourishes dry skin with essential fatty acids to help maintain skin health
• Soothing comfort — helps calm the appearance of itchiness, irritation, and rough patches
• Lightweight, non-greasy formula that absorbs quickly
• Nourishes and conditions with every use
• Suitable for face and body

Suitable For

• Dry, irritated, or reactive skin
• Skin prone to eczema or dermatitis
• Face, neck, and body
• Everyday soothing moisture and skin maintenance

How to Use

Apply a small amount to clean skin and massage gently until absorbed. Use morning and/or evening as your daily moisturiser. Suitable for face, neck, and body.

Size: 100 ml glass jar
Made in New Zealand

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Macropiper Excelsum (Kawakawa) Leaf Water, Kawakawa-Infused Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Organic Cannabis Sativa (Hemp) Seed Oil, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, PEG-20 Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Macropiper Excelsum (Kawakawa) Leaf Extract, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Juniperus Virginiana (Cedarwood) Wood Oil, Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Oil, Lavandula angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Cananga odorata var genuina (Ylang Ylang) Oil. 

Store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. Use within 12 months of opening.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this cream help with eczema or sensitive skin?
Kawakawa has a long history of traditional use for soothing and comforting irritated skin, and hemp seed oil is known for its nourishing, skin-supporting properties. This cream may help maintain the appearance of healthy skin and assist with conditions such as eczema and dermatitis. It is free from synthetic fragrances, artificial colours, and parabens. Patch test before first use.

Can I use this on my face?
Yes. It is a lightweight, non-greasy cream that absorbs well and is suitable for daily use on the face, neck, and body.

Is this suitable for everyday use?
Absolutely. It’s gentle enough for morning and evening use as your daily moisturiser and skin soother.

Does this cream contain fragrance?
This cream contains naturally derived essential oils — cedarwood, sweet orange, frankincense, and ylang-ylang — which give it a subtle natural scent. It contains no synthetic fragrances or artificial perfumes.

Sustainability

Our creams are packaged in glass jars with aluminium lids, which can be reused or recycled — better for you and kinder to the planet.