When it comes to skincare, preservatives aren’t the first thing we think about. We usually look at the hero ingredients, the hydrators, the brighteners, the ones that promise visible change.

But preservatives quietly sit in the background, keeping everything safe. And here’s something worth knowing: not all preservatives in skincare are created equal.

Why Preservatives Matter More Than You Think

Without preservatives, that jar of moisturiser on your bathroom shelf wouldn’t last more than a few days. They prevent bacteria, mould, and yeast from growing, so every pump or scoop is as safe and effective as the first.

The Downside of Traditional Preservatives

For years, many preservatives did their job, but not always kindly. Some were known to irritate skin and lots still upset the microbiome, the invisible ecosystem that plays a major role in how our skin feels and looks. Especially so during and after menopause, when skin is already more vulnerable.

A New Kind of Preservative

Science has finally caught up with what our skin really needs. Only two weeks ago (mid-August 2025), the next-generation preservative xoBiome® EpiProtect™, found in every Nu Allumé product, was awarded Best Functional Ingredient at the NZSCC (The New Zealand Society of Cosmetic Chemists) 2025 - Innovation Zone, right alongside some of the most iconic names in global beauty.

What Makes It Different

This isn’t just about keeping a formula safe. This preservative is designed to:

• Keep your skincare stable and effective

• Protect your skin’s delicate microbiome instead of disturbing it

It’s proof that even the “quiet” ingredients can make a big difference in how your skin feels day to day.

Why This Matters for You

Every Nu Allumé formulation contains this award-winning preservative system. Because for us, preservatives should do more than protect our product, they should also help care for your skin. It’s one more way we’ve created skincare that works with your biology through menopause, not against it.

The most powerful ingredients aren’t always the ones you notice, but definitely ones you should know about.