Byron Bay Skincare
The "Non-Negotiables": 5 Essentials That Actually Earn Their Spot

The "Non-Negotiables": 5 Essentials That Actually Earn Their Spot

Your autumn skin reset: What’s actually going on? Okay, real talk… has your skin been acting a bit weird lately? Not full breakout mode, not terrible, just… off. Like: A bit dry in spots, it normally isn’t. Makeup isn't sitting the same (rude). Looking a bit flat even when you’ve actually slept. Yeah, same here. And before you start blaming your products or thinking you need a whole new 12-step routine: you don’t. It’s literally just the season changing. So… what actually changes in autumn? Autumn looks a bit different depending on where you are in Aus, but your skin?...

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Julia Schmitt
Cosy Things to Do While You’re Waiting for Summer

Cosy Things to Do While You’re Waiting for Summer

Let’s be honest: the last few months have been freezing, especially if you’re in the southern parts of Australia. While most of us are already counting down the days until summer, winter still has a little magic left to offer. Before spring sneaks up on us, here are a few beautiful things you can do, and maybe even enjoy more, while it’s still cold outside: 🔥 Make a Bonfire & Cook Something Cosy Bonfires just hit different in winter. Grab your mates, a few blankets, and sit under the stars with something warm and delicious by the fire. Cook up...

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Julia Schmitt
Stories That Will Make You Smile Today

Stories That Will Make You Smile Today

This month, we thought—why not share some uplifting news with you? Something that might make you smile... or even laugh. 🌊 “The Ocean is for Everyone” At Byron Bay Skincare, made right here in the Byron hinterland, we love to surf. For many of us, especially our female customers, grabbing a board and heading out with friends for a paddle feels completely natural. But in some parts of the world, it's not always that easy. In Sri Lanka, women were traditionally expected to stay out of the ocean. Most weren’t taught how to swim, let alone surf. While tourists and...

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Julia Schmitt
Sunshine & Happiness: How Natural Light Affects Your Mood

Sunshine & Happiness: How Natural Light Affects Your Mood

Hi, I'm Julia and I’m originally from Germany, a country known for its efficiency, beautiful old cities, and – of course – its beer and the Oktoberfest. But like the rest of Northern Europe, it’s also known for its dark, grey, and rainy weather. And let me tell you, that reputation is well-earned! One of the main reasons I decided to move to Australia was the weather. Since settling on the sunny East Coast, I’ve noticed a huge difference in people’s moods. Of course, many factors contribute to happiness but trust me, back in Germany, you don’t usually get greeted...

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