Janine Tait, Janesce NZ Distributor & Educator
About Janesce Skincare
At Janesce, plant power and wellbeing are not trends we are following, they are movements we are leading. For over 40 years, our holistic approach to skincare has honoured the skin’s natural intelligence, embraced the healing potential of plants, and nurtured wellness from within.
We invite you to follow us into the future of skincare, one rooted in nature, refined by science, and guided by wisdom.
What We Believe:
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Plant actives are complex, intelligent, and multi-beneficial. Many synthetic skincare products attempt to replicate nature, but they can’t compare to the real thing.
Janesce formulations contain up to 70% more plant actives than many other botanical ranges, making them strong enough to act like herbal medicine for the skin. The result? Pure, potent skincare that delivers transformative results.
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The skin’s barrier is not a flaw to be stripped away, it is a vital layer of protection. In the beauty world, this barrier is often damaged through over-cleansing, exfoliation, and harsh treatments.
At Janesce, we respect the skin’s natural defences. Every product and ritual is designed to strengthen this layer, support barrier repair, and promote a calm, radiant glow.
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Dehydration is one of the most common underlying causes of dull, tired skin. The Janesce Skin Soaking Ritual is our answer, an elegant, daily practice of deeply hydrating the skin before applying concentrated moisturisers that seal in plant actives and precious moisture.
This simple yet profound ritual is the secret behind the Janesce glow.
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Skincare should be more than skin deep. At Janesce, we know that true skin health is intimately connected to nutrition, gut health, and lifestyle.
Our philosophy is rooted in skin nutrition, feeding the skin from the inside with the nutrients it needs to thrive, and avoiding the foods that can trigger imbalance. Beautiful skin is a reflection of a nourished life.
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Janesce products are made with love, not chemicals. Our organic, biodynamic garden is free from pesticides and herbicides. Every product is crafted with intention, using pure, plant-based ingredients.
We are committed to reducing waste, protecting the earth, and never testing on animals. From soil to skin, we care deeply for every living thing we touch.
Jan Smith, Janesce Founder & Janines Mentor
Claret Ash Farm
Most of the botanicals in Janesce products are grown at Claret Ash Farm, our certified organic and biodynamic garden in the Adelaide Hills of Australia. Jan Sarre-Smith tends the land with reverence, using Rudolf Steiner’s principles to work in harmony with nature’s rhythms.
Each plant is harvested with care, then extracted and left to mature in our on-site lab, some for years, like a fine wine.
Every ingredient has integrity
Plant-based extracts: Provide active ingredients that treat and support the skin
Plant oils & butters: Nourish and protect the skin's barrier
Coconut-derived waxes: Offer softness and structure
Low-level natural alcohols: Enhance absorption with no irritation (sourced from fermented grapes)
Cruelty-free ingredients: Including ethically sourced honey and silk proteins
Our Ingredients:
Janesce is more than skincare, it’s a relationship.
Founder Jan Sarre-Smith believes that plants respond to love. Every day, she walks through the garden, talking to the flowers, checking on their wellbeing, and expressing gratitude at harvest time.
This deep connection infuses our products with more than botanical actives, it imbues them with care, vitality, and healing energy. We believe this loving attention is part of what makes Janesce skincare so uniquely powerful.