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Reviana Serum

For dry, eczema-prone & reactive skin

Friends will ask what's the secret to your glow up

$62.95

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Before and after on dry, irritated skin Before and after on a little one's dry skin

With oils closely mimicking those produced by our bodies, our tallow soothes dry and irritated skin

Tallow Hydration Serum. A lightweight serum for glow, more even-looking tone and refined-looking texture — bio-identical tallow blended with Azelaic Acid, Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica and Hyaluronic Acid.

Smells so good you'll swear it's fat free.

First of its kind in NZ

Why's this serum so special?

  • Your skin is losing what it needs. As we age, our skin produces less of its natural oils — leaving it looking duller, less even and more prone to the appearance of fine lines and dark spots.
  • Tallow puts it back. Tallow contains lipids similar to the skin's own — a rich, nourishing base that helps replenish that feeling of comfort and suppleness.
  • Your skin drinks it in. Because your skin recognises tallow, the serum feels at home on the skin — carrying the actives we've added (Azelaic Acid, Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica and Hyaluronic Acid) for a smoother, brighter, more even-looking complexion.
  • A winning combo for smoother, more even-looking skin.

Glow, tone and hydration — in one formula

Most serums force a trade-off — an acid for brightening, or a humectant for hydration. This formula combines both in a single, stable base that works across all three complexion concerns: more even-looking tone, plumper-looking texture, and deeper-feeling hydration. The bio-identical lipid base helps the formula feel effective with less product, and it's lightweight enough to layer comfortably under both Day and Night Cream.

The key actives

  • 🍬 Azelaic Acid — a gentle acid; studies on azelaic acid suggest it can help skin look more even in tone and reduce the look of post-inflammatory marks.
  • 🔬 Niacinamide (B3) — works in several ways, helping to condition the skin's moisture barrier, helping skin look more even in tone, and supporting a calmer-looking complexion.
  • 🌱 Centella Asiatica — the active triterpenoids of Cica; studies on Centella Asiatica suggest it can help skin look firm and plump for a smoother, more youthful-looking complexion.
  • 💧 Hyaluronic Acid — a low molecular weight HA that hydrates effectively, helping skin look plump and stay comfortable.

How to use

Morning and evening, before moisturiser. After cleansing, apply 3–4 drops to face and neck. Press gently into skin — don't rub. Allow 30–60 seconds to absorb, then follow with Reviana Day Cream (morning) or Night Cream (evening). A 15ml bottle lasts approximately 2–3 months with twice-daily use.

Full ingredient list

Aqua, Glycerin, Azelaic Acid, Niacinamide, Benzyl Alcohol (and) Dehydroacetic Acid, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6 (and) t-Butyl Alcohol (and) Water, Panthenol, Tallow, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Parfum (Aloe & Cucumber LC), Asiaticoside (and) Madecassic Acid (and) Asiatic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Bisabolol, Tocopherol (and) Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Sodium Phytate (and) Aqua (and) Alcohol, Sodium Citrate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract.

As with any new skincare, patch test before full use.

From the founder

"The serum is where the real work happens. I wanted something lightweight that you'd barely feel, but that quietly helps your skin look its best over time." — Curtis Fairweather, Founder

We partnered with one of NZ's most awarded cosmetic formulators — someone who's spent decades developing for some of the world's largest beauty brands — then hired specialist in-house staff to manufacture every batch to a high standard. It all starts with the ingredient your skin already knows.

Shipping

Processing 1–3 business days, then 3–5 business days NZ-wide. Shipping $6.95, or free on orders over $75. Available in NZ & Australia. Naturally derived · Money back guarantee.

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What our customers say

Thousands of verified reviews from customers with dry, sensitive and eczema-prone skin. Scroll down to read a selection below.

Ingredients

Grass-fed NZ tallow, organic jojoba oil and natural essential oils — chosen to closely mimic the oils your skin already makes.

High-grade grass-fed suet, wet-rendered and filtered for a clean, light whip.
Organic jojoba oil adds lift to the whip and a smoothing feel.
Natural essential oils add the aroma — pick fragrance-free Natural for the most sensitive skin.

Directions

Apply a small amount to face, neck, hands or feet — morning as a moisturiser, evening as a night cream. Best on slightly damp skin.

Keep between 18–25°C, out of direct sunlight. Patch test a small area first.

Shipping

Processing: Orders are processed within 1–3 business days, then usual courier times to your area apply.

Rates: Free shipping on orders over $75. Under that, shipping is shown at checkout before you pay.

Common questions

What does it smell like?

Each scent comes from natural essential oils — Mānuka Vanilla is our most loved and masks the natural tallow scent best. Natural is fragrance-free, so you may notice tallow's faint natural scent.

Is it OK for babies and kids?

Families use it head to toe. For little ones we suggest the fragrance-free Natural. Always patch test a small area first.

New to tallow or have reactive skin?

Patch test a small area for 24 hours first. Natural (fragrance-free) is the gentlest pick for very sensitive skin.

Which scent should I pick?

Mānuka Vanilla is the crowd favourite; Vanilla Rose is warm & floral; Natural is fragrance-free. Tap "Scent guide" above the scent picker to compare them all.

Real customers · trusted by 100,000+

Loved for calmer, softer-feeling skin

4.7 ★★★★★ · Hear what customers say

MC
Mia C.
Verified Review
Sensitive skin
★★★★★

"I've got really sensitive skin and have tried creams from everywhere — most caused breakouts or irritated my skin. These are the only ones that have actually worked for me, with no issues."

AM
Amelia M.
Verified Review
Reactive skin
★★★★★

"My husband recommended tallow and I've been using it for almost a year now for the dry skin on my hands — and it's amazing. I highly recommend it."

JM
Jenna M.
Verified Review
Whole family
★★★★★

"Absolutely love this stuff! Got it for me, then saw how good it is for the kids — so now I'm using it on my toddler and it's amazing!"

SS
Shirley S.
Verified Review
Dry & flaky
★★★★★

"I'm on my 7th jar — so very good for dry, scaly-feeling skin. Love the idea of a big jar."

MV
Michelle V.
Verified Review
Made in NZ
★★★★★

"I have a trial tub for a dry patch I've had since November. It feels calmer and less irritated — and to find it's made in Christchurch is such a bonus!"

RB
Russell B.
Verified Review
Everyday
★★★★★

"I've been using this for a couple of weeks and it's done wonders. I only have slight dry skin on my face, but it's worked extremely well."

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