WHO IS BEAUTIFULLY AUTHENTIC?

My Journey: The Heart Behind Beautifully Authentic
Hello Beautiful Soul,
I’m Nicola Benson, the heart and hands behind Beautifully Authentic. My journey into slow beauty and holistic minimalist skincare has been decades in the making. Since the late 90s, I’ve been crafting 100% natural, toxin-free skincare, always choosing pure plant-based ingredients over synthetic alternatives. But it wasn’t until my daughter developed a sudden, persistent red, itchy rash that I realized sensitive skin requires an entirely different approach.
Despite my years of formulation experience, nothing seemed to help. I knew I had to start from scratch—rethinking everything I had learned about skincare and focusing on what truly nourishes, repairs, and soothes the most reactive skin. That breakthrough led to my first sensitive-skin formulation: the Deluxe Concentrated Moisturising Lotion Bar. It didn’t just heal my daughter’s skin—it sparked a movement. Friends, family, and soon complete strangers began asking for the same transformative results, and Beautifully Authentic was born.
But this isn’t just a skincare brand. It’s a mission—a commitment to 100% toxin-free, plastic-free, and synthetic-free beauty that genuinely nurtures skin while protecting the planet. Each product is handcrafted in small batches in South Australia, formulated with the purest plant-based ingredients to repair, nourish, and restore even the most sensitive skin. I take pride in sourcing organic and fair-trade ingredients wherever possible, growing my own botanicals with intention, and ensuring that every formulation aligns with both ethical and environmental sustainability.
Beautifully Authentic is more than skincare—it’s a movement toward conscious beauty, where purity, integrity, and results come first. Thank you for being part of it.
Much love,
Nicola

Our Ethical & Sustainable Commitments
🌿 Plastic-Free Everything – From packaging to postage materials, every aspect of Beautifully Authentic is designed to eliminate plastic waste.
🌸 Only the Purest Ingredients – Every formulation is 100% plant- or mineral-based, with over 90% certified organic ingredients.
🐰 Cruelty-Free & Human-Tested – All products are tested on willing human volunteers—never animals.
🌿 Homegrown Botanicals – Whenever possible, I grow and harvest my own aloe vera and botanicals with care and intention.
🌱 Palm & Coconut Oil-Free – We avoid palm and coconut derivatives for both skin health and environmental sustainability.
🌏 Ethically Sourced & Australian-Made – Ingredients are sourced from local and national Australian suppliers to support ethical, sustainable businesses.
🌍 Beyond Beauty – Giving Back – We actively support tree-planting initiatives, UN CO2 reduction programs, and various charities to create a better future for everyone.

Award Winning
At Beautifully Authentic, every formulation is crafted with intention and expertise, and the recognition we’ve received only reinforces our commitment to creating powerful, sustainable skincare:
- 2022 – The Queen Concentrated Moisturising Lotion Bar was entered into the Organic Beauty Awards on a whim—and took home two incredible awards:
- 2023 – The Deluxe and Opulent Concentrated Moisturising Lotion Bars entered the Clean + Conscious Awards:
- 2024 – The Royal Bakuchiol 1% Natural Retinol Alternative Concentrated Moisturising Lotion Bar became a finalist in the SheCom Awards, standing out among 600+ entries—a true testament to the innovation and effectiveness of our formulations.
Each of these awards reaffirms our mission: to revolutionize skincare with truly clean, highly effective, and deeply nourishing solutions.

Packaging
Our commitment to sustainability extends far beyond the ingredients we use—it’s woven into every aspect of our business, including our packaging.
- Minimalist, Plastic-Free Packaging – Every product is carefully packaged to have the least environmental impact possible. From the mailers to the labels, everything is 100% compostable—no plastic, no waste.
- Home-Compostable & Soil-Friendly – When you’re done, simply tear up the boxes into small pieces and add them to your compost bin to nourish the soil.
- A Circular Approach to Beauty – Our packaging philosophy aligns with our slow beauty mission—less waste, more intention, and skincare that cares for both your skin and the earth.

Palm & Coconut Free
At Beautifully Authentic, we have taken a firm stance against palm and coconut oil in our formulations—for both ethical and skin health reasons.
- Protecting Habitats & Communities – The commercial production of palm and coconut oil has led to deforestation, loss of biodiversity, and displacement of local communities. By avoiding these ingredients, we support a more sustainable and ethical supply chain.
- Better for Sensitive Skin – Coconut oil is widely used in skincare, but it’s not ideal for sensitive or reactive skin. It tends to sit on the surface rather than absorbing fully, disrupting the skin’s natural defense barrier and potentially increasing sensitivities.
- A Safe Haven for Coconut Allergies – Many people struggle to find truly coconut-free skincare. At Beautifully Authentic, we are proud to be a trusted, go-to brand for those seeking truly gentle, effective, and allergen-conscious formulations.
By choosing Beautifully Authentic, you are supporting ethical beauty and choosing powerful, plant-based skincare that’s safe, effective, and environmentally responsible.

Giving Back: A Greener Future with Every Purchase
Caring for your skin should never come at the expense of the planet. That’s why every Beautifully Authentic purchase directly supports environmental regeneration and climate action:
- Two Trees Planted for Every Order – With every purchase, we plant two trees, helping to restore forests, combat deforestation, and enhance biodiversity.
- Reducing CO₂ Emissions – Each purchase actively contributes to removing 20g of CO₂ from the atmosphere, supporting global UN CO₂ reduction initiatives.
- Safe for You, Safe for Nature – Our skincare is so pure that it’s safe to use wherever nature calls—whether that’s in your shower, near a waterfall, or after a refreshing swim in the ocean. No toxins, no pollutants—just clean beauty in harmony with the earth.
When you choose Beautifully Authentic, you're making a difference—for your skin, for the planet, and for future generations.
Why Our Moisturiser Bars Are Different
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Unlike conventional lotions, our Concentrated Moisturising Lotion Bars are pure, potent, and free from unnecessary fillers. Every ingredient has a purpose—to deeply nourish, protect, and restore your skin.
- No Fillers, No Irritants – We skip the bulkers, texturizers, and synthetic additives that can clog pores or trigger irritation.
- One Powerful Layer – Because our bars are packed with highly concentrated plant nutrients, you don’t need additional oils or excessive layers—just pure, effective hydration.
- No Harsh Cleansers Required – Our non-greasy, fast-absorbing formula melts effortlessly into your skin, balancing hydration naturally without the need for heavy cleansers to remove residue.
Beautifully Authentic’s moisturiser bars are a revolution in clean beauty—simple, effective, and created with your skin’s health in mind.
Let customers speak for us
from 45 reviewsHi Nicola, just writing to say how wonderful your products are and how much better my skin is after just 1 month of using the dry/mature kit. My acne has gone down to the point that it's barely noticeable to the eye and not sore to touch, my skin feels soft and has a consistent texture, and it just feels amazing. I've always struggled with acne as a teen then as an adult, but now at the age of 40, I'm so stoked to feel like I've finally grown into my own skin. Thanks so much for your advice & beautiful natural products. 💕

I’ve never been overly fussy with moisturisers but I think that’s because I’d never used Opulent by Beautifully Authentic! I have never put something so divine on my face and will never go back.

Perfect for my little boy's eczema - he has struggled with eczema since he was a baby, and nothing soothes his sore, red patches like this Deluxe Moisturiser. He loves applying it to his body and always comments on how 'yummy' it smells. Ever since we started using the Beautifully Authentic products as a family three years ago, our skin has been softer, less dry and feels healthier all round.

It is very hard to pick a favourite product of Nicola's - I haven't actually found any product of hers I don't like, but this Opulent bar is one of my first loves - I started using it several years ago and haven't looked back. I love how luxurious it feels when I massage it into my skin, and how my skin now hardly ever feels dry and 'tight'.
Perfect for the face, and body. I alternate between this and the Queen moisturiser, and my daily routine wouldn't be complete without them. I even managed to convert my husband who never used to moisturise - I had to get him his own bar as he kept borrowing mine!

Before I used Nicola's moisturiser bars, I was always searching for the perfect moisturiser which soaked into the skin, leaving it soft and supple without stickiness or too much fragrance. Needless to say, I spent many years never being quite satisfied, and with skin that was always a little dry and oily.
Once I tried this bar, I was a convert. The way it glides on to your skin, with all its natural oils and butters, feels so luxurious. I use it morning and night, and it feels like a luxury just putting it on my face and giving myself a mini massage. It leaves no residue or unwanted fragrance, and coupled with the Pink Platinum Cleansing Bar, my skin has never looked so fresh, clear and soft. Gone is the dryness and instead, I feel like my skin is finally being nourished properly for the first time in many years. This is definately the Queen of all the Moisturizers!
Again, I love that it is waste free and environmentally friendly, and that it is actually an amazing product ☺️

I found this product at a market and tried it out on my very dry split lips decided to walk around and see what I thought well let’s just say I was running back to buy some this stuff is magical and my kids call it mummy’s magic balm because I use it on literally everything

The celestial cacao mask truly is all it claims to be I use this as apart of a skin care ritual that was designed especially for me and my skin goals. The best part is it smells like chocolate.

The opulent moisturing bar is hands down my favourite product it leaves my skin feeling so soft and moisturised without being weighed down and I have incredibly sensitive and dry skin with years of acne. since starting my beautifully authentic journey I get compliments on how nice my skin has become I have never had this before.

Thank you for creating this balm, my skin is loving it's rich consistency, subtle scent and moisture. I've been using it on my lips as well as other dry spots for myself and my children, it's gentle enough for the whole fam 😊

This is my new favourite! My psoriasis had flared up, but after using this for a few days I noticed huge improvement. This product is easily absorbed by my skin, locking in the moisture without feeling greasy and it smells beautiful!

Fantastic on dry skin! When i have a flare up, this product as well as the queen bar has been the only thing that instantly makes it feel more comfortable and calms it down within a couple days.
