It’s not uncommon for people to catch a flight to Hobart, hop off the plane, and hightail it straight to Salamanca Market. This iconic strip of hundreds of stalls along Hobart’s waterfront – held rain, hail or shine every Saturday – is just that good. While it’s a tourist mecca to be sure, that doesn’t mean you can’t live it up like a local. We’ve assembled our top 10 reasons to spend a blissful Saturday morn at Salamanca Market, making the most of its character, quirks and hidden gems. Go … [Read more...] about 10 Reasons to Spend Saturday Morning at Salamanca Market
Voice of the Beehive
Why are people paying actual money for empty bottles from Tasmania?
By now you probably know that we’re based in Tasmania, an island off an island at the bottom of the world. We share this wild space with towering trees, rugged peaks, sharp toothed marsupials, colourful locals and, occasionally, the disappearing tip of a Thylacine’s tail (this stripy dog/tiger has been extinct since the 1930s… allegedly). If you’ve ever put our beauty care on your bod, you’ve no doubt felt this touch of wildness too. Crafting lovely things from raw, rare and real … [Read more...] about Why are people paying actual money for empty bottles from Tasmania?
We’re fighting back against fake fragrances in skincare!
You smell amazing. No, really, your sense of smell is mind-bogglingly sensitive, able to detect over 1 trillion distinct scents – including the emotions and health of the people around you. Three cheers for your schnoz! The good, the bad & the funky With such a powerful sense, it’s no wonder that artificial or overly intense smells can make you feel sick. A passing jogger in a cloud of sports deodorant. A relative with perfume so strong it sticks to your clothes. Moth balls. Cat pee. Two … [Read more...] about We’re fighting back against fake fragrances in skincare!
7 Reasons to Exfoliate
Revealing radiance: Seven reasons to exfoliate tonight Things that are touching: 💗 When a lioness befriends a baby antelope 💗 An old married couple travelling the world 💗 You and your face after gentle exfoliation There are few things better than fondling your face after a layer of old dead cells has been sloughed. So smooth. So fresh. So touchable. But beyond the immediate sensory benefits of exfoliation, there’s a host of other perks that’ll have you adding it to your weekly … [Read more...] about 7 Reasons to Exfoliate
Scrub-a-dub don’t do it 😱
[The harsh truth about exfoliating scrubs + a big enzymatic peel reveal] You know those gritty exfoliants that make your face feel baby soft and oh-so-polished? We’re sorry to break it to you, but they can actually do your skin damage over time – kinda like popping pimples or standing with your face upturned under a scalding hot shower. Sure, it might feel cathartic, but mechanical exfoliation can cause micro trauma that’ll leave your precious epidermis dry, stressed and prematurely … [Read more...] about Scrub-a-dub don’t do it 😱
Bodycare that’s as Raw Rare and Real as you are
What’s the deal with Raw Rare Real? Let us put it this way. It’s thirty years of friendship with the van de Winckel family, the green-thumbed wonders who grow our organic herbs at the base of Mount Roland.It’s the colour of their healing calendula; an orange so bright it makes your eyes water, grown in soil so red it glows. It’s six weeks over high summer, deep in wild takayna, when the native Leatherwood trees erupt in white blossoms. It’s the sound of millions of bees feasting in … [Read more...] about Bodycare that’s as Raw Rare and Real as you are
How to Luxurify Your Life by Buying Less But Better
We all have that friend whose bathroom is pure bliss. There’s pillowy toilet paper, soft towels and some kind of heavenly soap that scents the air and leaves your hands feeling like satin. You find yourself "just popping to the loo" time after time to anoint yourself with their fancy moisturiser… …all the while wondering how this friend, who’s definitely not loaded, can afford such luxuries? Sexy Sexy Minimalism It’s likely that your friend is a wise buyer, someone who knows that … [Read more...] about How to Luxurify Your Life by Buying Less But Better
The dark side of anti-dandruff shampoo + deep healing for flaky scalps
One in two people deal with dandruff – the human being writing this article included (well, hey there 👋) – which is a lot of people suffering unnecessarily! Dandruff affects what you wear, how you show up in the world and your levels of awkwardness at the hairdresser (“please excuse my scalp! It’s never usually this flaky…”). To make matters worse, no one can agree on precisely what causes it. The anti-dandruff dead end. Whether your dandruff is triggered by dryness, chemical irritation, … [Read more...] about The dark side of anti-dandruff shampoo + deep healing for flaky scalps
5 Steps to Healthy Hair
Itchy Scalp? Epic Dandruff? Thinning hair? This Simple Five Step Routine Heals All 🙌 f you’ve ever dealt with dandruff, oiliness, thinning hair, frizz or dullness, you might wonder what’s really causing these issues. Surely you weren’t born with badly behaved hair… but all the expensive treatments and “hair vitamins” in the world never seem to work. What gives? The root cause of sad hair Here’s a simple little secret: most hair problems are actually scalp problems. Your scalp is where … [Read more...] about 5 Steps to Healthy Hair
The everyday condiment that resets, refreshes + revamps your hair and scalp
Apple Cider Vinegar is a natural wholefood that seems to be good for everything. Improving digestion and losing weight. Cleaning benchtops and dressing salads. Shrivelling warts and making you immortal. What can’t this tangy condiment do? Today we want to share what it can do for your hair – which is a lot. And better still, we have a really delightful way that you can apply it. First up, what is Apple Cider Vinegar? Apple Cider Vinegar (or ACV) is made from crushed apples fermented in … [Read more...] about The everyday condiment that resets, refreshes + revamps your hair and scalp
Magical Marleen Farms – One Secret of Our Success
Over the coming weeks and months, Beauty and the Bees will be sharing content about the unique Tasmanian businesses we work with and admire, from farmers and beekeepers to scientists and artisans. Our first piece focuses on Marleen Herbs, suppliers of some of our finest ingredients. From seaweed to goat’s milk to Leatherwood Honey, Beauty and the Bees’ natural products are built on our proximity to the wonderful raw ingredients of Tasmania. It’s science with a touch of magic. And some of … [Read more...] about Magical Marleen Farms – One Secret of Our Success
The Science Behind a Cure-All: How Leatherwood Honey is as Beneficial as it is Delicious
The next time you’re spreading some leatherwood honey across your morning toast or scone, make sure you’ve got a back-up supply. From digestive health to skincare, this amazing natural product has oh-so-many other uses. If you’re smart, you’ll keep a supply in your pantry and your medicine cabinet. In addition to its unique unmistakable silky and pungent flavor, it’s a reliable home remedy for a number of maladies. For years, Tasmanians have used it for everything from stomach aches to … [Read more...] about The Science Behind a Cure-All: How Leatherwood Honey is as Beneficial as it is Delicious
Six reasons why Aussies are giving bottled shampoo the flick
There’s a boom in the popularity of shampoo and conditioner bars in Australia, so why all the fuss over these no-nonsense alternatives to bottled shampoo? 1. Shampoo bars eliminate single use plastics Most people get through about 250 bottles of shampoo in their lifetime – and that’s not counting conditioner, body wash and other plastic-y bathroom staples. Times that by everyone in the world who likes being clean and you get this floating pile of crap. Shampoo and conditioner bars … [Read more...] about Six reasons why Aussies are giving bottled shampoo the flick
The Cold Hard Facts About Hard Water (And How To Stop The Carnage)
From plumbers and home economists to epidemiologists and dermatologists, experts have one message about the effects of hard water: watch out! Hard water is tough on dishes and fabrics, causes build up and damage to your pipes, and may contribute to a number of serious diseases. It’s also really bad for your hair and skin. Grungy Dishes and Heavy Metal Hair The term “hard water” means that your water supply has a high mineral content. It’s formed when water rises up (“percolates”) through … [Read more...] about The Cold Hard Facts About Hard Water (And How To Stop The Carnage)
The invisible imbalance that can wreck your hair (and how to correct it)
Have you ever wondered why some shampoos make your hair soft and shiny while others make it scary? Do you look at peoples’ perfect manes and feel silent rage because nothing you do seems to calm the frizzies? Do you battle brittle strands, boofy curls, an itchy scalp, dandruff, greasiness, brassiness, hair loss, tangles and generally hard-to-manage hair? There’s actually a pretty simple explanation that, for some mysterious reason, isn’t often talked about. It’s called pH. PH is … [Read more...] about The invisible imbalance that can wreck your hair (and how to correct it)
Tassie Rainforests Grow Some Awesome, Ancient Trees
Pub Quiz question: What’s the world’s oldest tree? If you guessed the mighty sequoia, ancient oak, swamp gum, or something equally majestic, you lose. No cheese tray and bottle of merlot for you! The winning answer is The Huon Pine (Lagarostrobos franklinii), an unassuming rainforest tree that can look more like a weeping willow than the king of the forest. And, with very few exceptions, it’s found only in the southwestern corner of Tasmania. Just How Old are we talking about … [Read more...] about Tassie Rainforests Grow Some Awesome, Ancient Trees
Kunzea – Tasmania’s Natural Wonder Oil Distilled From the Humble Tick Bush
As a user of natural products, you’re probably familiar with tea tree, eucalyptus, thyme, and other essential oils, but one Tasmanian ingredient you may not know about yet is Kunzea (Kunzea ambigua), part of the Myrtaceae family. Kunzea has a native sound, but the plant was actually named for German Botanist Gustav Kunze (1793-1851), a Zoology Professor and Director of the Botanical Gardens in Leipzig. Though the plants grow in Southern Australia, the most effective oil is derived from the … [Read more...] about Kunzea – Tasmania’s Natural Wonder Oil Distilled From the Humble Tick Bush
Bruny Island surf star Lizzie Stokely inspires raw, rare, real lifestyle
If there’s anywhere that epitomizes the very best of Tasmanian beach life it’s Bruny Island. And if there’s anyone who typifies the Tassie Beach woman, it’s Bruny-native and surf star Lizzie Stokely (23), who lives about 10 minutes from her favorite beach. Competing since her teens, she’s participated in dozens of junior and senior-level competitions across Australia, Indonesia, and South Africa, earning 3rd place in the 2018 Western Baja Qualifying Series. “The prize money from that year had … [Read more...] about Bruny Island surf star Lizzie Stokely inspires raw, rare, real lifestyle
