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Interview with VRG GRL: Our Top Summer Tips

Interview with VRG GRL: Our Top Summer Tips

As we dive into our favourite season for sun-soaking and socialising, we’ve partnered with our friends at VRG GRL to share 5 tips we’ll be following for balmy summer days done the safe way.
In Conversation with MOTHER: VRG GRL

In Conversation with MOTHER: VRG GRL

Welcome to our new Female Founders Series in Conversation with MOTHER, where we interview the powerhouse women behind some of our favourite Australian brands. To kick things off, we chatted with Danielle and Natalia, sisters and co-founders of VRG GRL.
MONTHLY MANUAL: November

MONTHLY MANUAL: November

I would love to share what I am reading, listening, following and loving each month, in the hopes that they might provide you with some joy and inspiration too.
Are you allergic to your SPF?

Are you allergic to your SPF?

Sunscreen is the answer to protecting you from the sun’s harsh rays, but it’s not always the answer to healthy skin.  Enter sunscreen allergies. Sunscreen allergies can range from moderate to severe (hot tip: don’t Google) and can cause several different types of dermatitis, resulting in rashes, blisters, eczema, inflamed skin and more.  NOT FUN.  And even worse for our vulnerable little ones.  So let’s take a deep dive. What causes allergies and who’s likely to get them? A small percentage of us have allergies to the active ingredients in sunscreen, and typically it’s those present in chemical sunscreens.  In...
MONTHLY MANUAL: SEPTEMBER

MONTHLY MANUAL: SEPTEMBER

One of my favourite parts about MOTHER SPF is connecting with you. I would love to share what I am reading, listening to, following and loving each month, in the hopes that they might provide you with some joy and inspiration, too.
Why are Endocrine Disruptors harmful?

Why are Endocrine Disruptors harmful?

We’re on a mission to educate the world about the importance of clean, nourishing and non-toxic ingredients. We’re not about nasties lurking in our closet, or hiding on our ingredient list. And, we’re committed to making products that are actually beneficial to our health.
MONTHLY MANUAL: AUGUST

MONTHLY MANUAL: AUGUST

One of my favourite parts about MOTHER SPF is connecting with you, our supportive conscious community. With that in mind, I would love to share what I am reading, listening, following and loving each month, in the hopes that they might provide you with some joy and inspiration too.
How do free radicals cause aging?

How do free radicals cause aging?

We’ve heard about ‘free radicals’ for years, but we’re just gonna go ahead and assume that, like us, you don’t actually know what they are.  So let’s get enlightened together.
MONTHLY MANUAL: JULY

MONTHLY MANUAL: JULY

One of my favourite parts about MOTHER SPF is connecting with you, our supportive conscious community.With that in mind, I would love to share what I am reading, listening, following and loving each month, in the hopes that they might provide you with some joy and inspiration too.
Chemical Sunscreen and Inflammation

Chemical Sunscreen and Inflammation

Why is it that physical sunscreens (aka MOTHER) are often recommended for people with sensitive skin? Because of their anti-inflammatory properties. Compare this with its counterpart, chemical sunscreens, and the opposite can be true.
MONTHLY MOOD: MAY

MONTHLY MOOD: MAY

One of my favourite parts about MOTHER SPF is connecting with you, our supportive conscious community.  With that in mind, I would love to share what I am reading, listening, following and loving each month, in the hopes that they might provide you with some joy and inspiration too.
How your 7-step routine may be harming the planet.

How your 7-step routine may be harming the planet.

You’re shopping local, reducing plastic, cycling to work and refilling your jar of oats. YET. Your skincare, makeup and hair care products are likely reliant on fossil fuels for their ingredients. JAW. ON. FLOOR.
Meet Jessica Bragdon, Co-Founder of Koala Eco

Meet Jessica Bragdon, Co-Founder of Koala Eco

 Introducing our last and truly incredible guest of our "Mother 2 Mother" series Jessica Bragdon, the co-founder of Koala Eco A purpose-led brand inspired by and centred around the natural world. MOTHER is a BIG fan
Meet Kate Dalton, Founder of Mayde Tea

Meet Kate Dalton, Founder of Mayde Tea

Introducing our second guest of our 'Mother 2 Mother' Series: Kate Dalton, the founder of naturopath formulated organic boutique tea Mayde Tea We both share the same value of truly believing that nature provides us with the best resources for preserving our health.  
Are Preservatives Really Safe for Your Skin?

Are Preservatives Really Safe for Your Skin?

You’ve got a cute little community living, growing and communicating on your skin. Think of it like the delicate ecosystem of the earth, except instead of beautiful trees, flowers etc, it’s a complex system of microbiota with bacteria, viruses and fungi. Read on to find out why it's balance is KEY to healthy skin.  
MONTHLY MOOD: April

MONTHLY MOOD: April

 I hope MOTHERs monthly mood encourages you to reach for a book over your phone, to listen to a podcast over reality TV and to follow someone inspiring to help you return to simplicity.  Love Tandia xx
Why you should be protecting your skin from blue light

Why you should be protecting your skin from blue light

Our skin is our largest organ, and by now, if you’re reading a blog post about how Blue Light affects your skin, you probably already know this to be true! In our recent blog post we break down how blue light affects our skin, and how to minimise those affects to keep it safe and glowing.
Why everyone needs bronzing drops in their life

Why everyone needs bronzing drops in their life

Thanks to TikTok and its viral tendencies, bronzing drops have become one of the most popular beauty trends of 2023. The product that started it all, is the Drunk Elephant D-Bronzi Drops. Luckily, the brand isn’t the only one in the world to create bronzing drops. Have you tried MOTHER OF PEARL yet? 
Why your skin will love avoiding these ingredients

Why your skin will love avoiding these ingredients

While MOTHER SPF understands the importance of educating about ingredients, there’s enough going on in the world to be anxious about, and your sunscreen shouldn’t be one of them.So we’ve put together a starter list of ingredients your skin will love you for avoiding.
#MOTHERMUSE: Carla Oates

#MOTHERMUSE: Carla Oates

To coincide with International Women’s Day, I had the privilege of interviewing Carla Oates. The female founder of the Beauty Chef and someone I have greatly admired and been inspired by for a very long time. ⁠
#MOTHERMUSE Natascha Scutts

#MOTHERMUSE Natascha Scutts

LOVEBYT is toothpaste. But not as you know it. Founded by Natascha Scutts in 2018 after not being able to find elevated health-conscious oral care products. 
Wearing Mineral SPF is the secret to your future face

Wearing Mineral SPF is the secret to your future face

The good news? Being sun smart is trending right now. The bad news? That tube of commercial SPF lurking in your vanity since last summer isn’t going to cut it. Embracing an all-natural SPF laced with premium skin-loving ingredients is the best beauty move you can make. Every single day. Here’s why…
#MOTHERMUSE: Olivia Kaplan

#MOTHERMUSE: Olivia Kaplan

Meet Olivia Kaplan, a NSW based holistic nutritionist.  You might have seen her pop up on socials before, she is queen when it comes to making delicious sugar free treats! However her philosophy to nutrition and cooking goes much deeper than what’s  on our plate. 
#MOTHERMUSE: Ambra Maddalena

#MOTHERMUSE: Ambra Maddalena

Introducing our next #MOTHERMUSE for our Start Up Series. Meet Ambra the stylish founder of Ambra Maddalena, a Perth based clothing brand that started in 2017 and is now successfully recognised globally. ⁠ You can read all about her journey and how she sets herself up for daily success in the interview.