CLEAN + CONSCIOUS AWARDS 2026 PROUDLY PARTNERED WITH
Refining Tri-Active Serum – IKOU
BRONZE
Best Over 40s Skincare 2026
$92.00
This serum contains Retinart, Ectoin and Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) to improve skin texture, hydration and clarity. It is designed to support renewal and protection, promoting a smoother, more refined appearance and leaving skin looking radiant and balanced.
Clean Ingredients / Materials
Formulated with excellent clean ingredients.
Ethical Practices
Ikou’s ethical practices include producing all products in Australia to maintain transparency and strong relationships with manufacturing partners. Formulations are vegan, cruelty free and not tested on animals at any stage, with the brand choosing not to enter markets where animal testing is required. Ikou works with suppliers who demonstrate responsible practices and fair working conditions, prioritising transparency across the supply chain. The brand also maintains a strict palm oil free position and uses plant based ingredients, guided by clear internal formulation principles.
Sustainable Practices
Ikou prioritises locally sourced ingredients, working directly with Australian growers and Indigenous communities, including wild harvesting using eco ethical practices. Key ingredients such as baobab are sourced from partners supporting reforestation and community-based farming without damaging the natural ecosystem. Formulations use plant-based ingredients, eco certified preservatives and are palm oil free. Renewable energy initiatives are implemented across operations. Packaging is selected for recyclability, with an ongoing focus on reducing waste and improving materials.
Social Impact
Ikou supports social responsibility by sharing products with palliative care units and hospitals to provide comfort to patients and families, offering content such as articles, guided rituals and wellbeing resources to encourage calm and reconnection, working with communities involved in harvesting Australian botanicals to support local livelihoods and respect land knowledge and fostering a workplace culture that prioritises flexibility, inclusion and wellbeing for its team.
Product Reviews by Experts
I LOVE anything rose geranium scented so the subtle scent in this serum was very welcome! The formula itself is smooth, lightweight and absorbs effortlessly into the skin, leaving it feeling plump and juicy! I also love how the pump bottle dispenses the perfect amount so there is no waste. A wonderful new addition to my skincare routine. I really respect that IKOU sources some of their ingredients through indigenous communities. Not only does this help to support those communities but it pays deep reverence to the land on which we live and the powerful benefits our beautiful flora can provide when respected and used with intention. I would love to see more ingredients sourced like this where possible.
This product is so lightweight and comfortable, while still delivering beautiful hydration and improving overall skin texture. My skin feels smooth, balanced and radiant after using it, and I appreciate the combination of high performance ingredients with naturally derived botanicals. It has a very nice and subtle smell. I’m impressed by the brand’s commitment to ethical sourcing, cruelty-free and vegan principles, and their focus on supporting local communities. Their use of Australian made products, plant based ingredients and ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impact demonstrates a thoughtful approach that prioritises both people and the planet.
This product has such a different feel to a lot of the products I tried. I liked the firming feeling, whilst also feeling like it was penetrating the skin barrier. There is care and consideration evident in sourcing ingredients and social responsibility with packaging.
Refining Tri-Active Serum – IKOU
$92.00
I LOVE anything rose geranium scented so the subtle scent in this serum was very welcome! The formula itself is smooth, lightweight and absorbs effortlessly into the skin, leaving it feeling plump and juicy! I also love how the pump bottle dispenses the perfect amount so there is no waste. A wonderful new addition to my skincare routine. I really respect that IKOU sources some of their ingredients through indigenous communities. Not only does this help to support those communities but it pays deep reverence to the land on which we live and the powerful benefits our beautiful flora can provide when respected and used with intention. I would love to see more ingredients sourced like this where possible. This product is so lightweight and comfortable, while still delivering beautiful hydration and improving overall skin texture. My skin feels smooth, balanced and radiant after using it, and I appreciate the combination of high performance ingredients with naturally derived botanicals. It has a very nice and subtle smell. I’m impressed by the brand’s commitment to ethical sourcing, cruelty-free and vegan principles, and their focus on supporting local communities. Their use of Australian made products, plant based ingredients and ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impact demonstrates a thoughtful approach that prioritises both people and the planet. This product has such a different feel to a lot of the products I tried. I liked the firming feeling, whilst also feeling like it was penetrating the skin barrier. There is care and consideration evident in sourcing ingredients and social responsibility with packaging. This serum contains Retinart, Ectoin and Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) to improve skin texture, hydration and clarity. It is designed to support renewal and protection, promoting a smoother, more refined appearance and leaving skin looking radiant and balanced.
Categories: Best Over 40s Skincare 2026
$92.00
I LOVE anything rose geranium scented so the subtle scent in this serum was very welcome! The formula itself is smooth, lightweight and absorbs effortlessly into the skin, leaving it feeling plump and juicy! I also love how the pump bottle dispenses the perfect amount so there is no waste. A wonderful new addition to my skincare routine. I really respect that IKOU sources some of their ingredients through indigenous communities. Not only does this help to support those communities but it pays deep reverence to the land on which we live and the powerful benefits our beautiful flora can provide when respected and used with intention. I would love to see more ingredients sourced like this where possible. This product is so lightweight and comfortable, while still delivering beautiful hydration and improving overall skin texture. My skin feels smooth, balanced and radiant after using it, and I appreciate the combination of high performance ingredients with naturally derived botanicals. It has a very nice and subtle smell. I’m impressed by the brand’s commitment to ethical sourcing, cruelty-free and vegan principles, and their focus on supporting local communities. Their use of Australian made products, plant based ingredients and ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impact demonstrates a thoughtful approach that prioritises both people and the planet. This product has such a different feel to a lot of the products I tried. I liked the firming feeling, whilst also feeling like it was penetrating the skin barrier. There is care and consideration evident in sourcing ingredients and social responsibility with packaging. This serum contains Retinart, Ectoin and Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) to improve skin texture, hydration and clarity. It is designed to support renewal and protection, promoting a smoother, more refined appearance and leaving skin looking radiant and balanced.
Categories: Best Over 40s Skincare 2026
I LOVE anything rose geranium scented so the subtle scent in this serum was very welcome! The formula itself is smooth, lightweight and absorbs effortlessly into the skin, leaving it feeling plump and juicy! I also love how the pump bottle dispenses the perfect amount so there is no waste. A wonderful new addition to my skincare routine. I really respect that IKOU sources some of their ingredients through indigenous communities. Not only does this help to support those communities but it pays deep reverence to the land on which we live and the powerful benefits our beautiful flora can provide when respected and used with intention. I would love to see more ingredients sourced like this where possible. This product is so lightweight and comfortable, while still delivering beautiful hydration and improving overall skin texture. My skin feels smooth, balanced and radiant after using it, and I appreciate the combination of high performance ingredients with naturally derived botanicals. It has a very nice and subtle smell. I’m impressed by the brand’s commitment to ethical sourcing, cruelty-free and vegan principles, and their focus on supporting local communities. Their use of Australian made products, plant based ingredients and ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impact demonstrates a thoughtful approach that prioritises both people and the planet. This product has such a different feel to a lot of the products I tried. I liked the firming feeling, whilst also feeling like it was penetrating the skin barrier. There is care and consideration evident in sourcing ingredients and social responsibility with packaging. Refining Tri-Active Serum – IKOU
This serum contains Retinart, Ectoin and Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) to improve skin texture, hydration and clarity. It is designed to support renewal and protection, promoting a smoother, more refined appearance and leaving skin looking radiant and balanced.
Categories: Best Over 40s Skincare 2026
I LOVE anything rose geranium scented so the subtle scent in this serum was very welcome! The formula itself is smooth, lightweight and absorbs effortlessly into the skin, leaving it feeling plump and juicy! I also love how the pump bottle dispenses the perfect amount so there is no waste. A wonderful new addition to my skincare routine. I really respect that IKOU sources some of their ingredients through indigenous communities. Not only does this help to support those communities but it pays deep reverence to the land on which we live and the powerful benefits our beautiful flora can provide when respected and used with intention. I would love to see more ingredients sourced like this where possible. This product is so lightweight and comfortable, while still delivering beautiful hydration and improving overall skin texture. My skin feels smooth, balanced and radiant after using it, and I appreciate the combination of high performance ingredients with naturally derived botanicals. It has a very nice and subtle smell. I’m impressed by the brand’s commitment to ethical sourcing, cruelty-free and vegan principles, and their focus on supporting local communities. Their use of Australian made products, plant based ingredients and ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impact demonstrates a thoughtful approach that prioritises both people and the planet. This product has such a different feel to a lot of the products I tried. I liked the firming feeling, whilst also feeling like it was penetrating the skin barrier. There is care and consideration evident in sourcing ingredients and social responsibility with packaging.You Might Also Like