Native Australian Skincare Ingredients

Yaye creates Australian-made bath, body and skincare products containing native plant extracts, inspired by Country and the landscapes of Central Australia.

As a 100% Aboriginal-owned Australian brand, Yaye’s ingredient story is shaped by respect for Aboriginal culture, respect for Country and everyday self-care. This page introduces the native botanical extracts and oils used across Yaye products, so you can understand each collection name, Arrernte name, native plant and fragrance.

Why native botanical skincare?

Native botanical skincare brings together plant-based ingredients, Australian-made formulations and everyday body-care rituals.

Yaye products are designed to help nourish the skin, replenish moisture and leave skin feeling soft, smooth and delicately fragranced. Across the range, you’ll find native plant extracts used alongside ingredients such as shea butter, aloe vera, botanical oils and vitamin E, depending on the product.

Each Yaye collection has its own ingredient story and fragrance profile. Some products contain native plant extracts from Central Australian plants, while others feature nourishing oils selected for their skin-conditioning feel.

Our native botanical skincare ingredients

Native Silky Lemongrass & Lime

Collection name: Native Silky Lemongrass & Lime
Arrernte name: Aherre-Aherre
Native plant: Native Silky Lemongrass, also known as Silky Oil Grass
Botanical name: Cymbopogon ambiguus
Fragrance: Native Silky Lemongrass & Lime

The Native Silky Lemongrass & Lime Collection contains Aherre-Aherre extract, the Arrernte name for Native Silky Lemongrass. This collection combines fresh, herbaceous notes with vibrant citrus notes of lime for a clean, uplifting fragrance.

Choose this collection if you enjoy a fresh, bright body-care ritual.

Found in:
Native Silky Lemongrass & Lime Body Scrub
Native Silky Lemongrass & Lime Body Butter
Native Silky Lemongrass & Lime Body Wash

White Cypress & Lily

Collection name: White Cypress & Lily
Arrernte name: Irlweke
Native plant: White Cypress Pine
Botanical name: Callitris glaucophylla
Fragrance: White Cypress & Lily

The White Cypress & Lily Collection contains White Cypress, known as Irlweke. The White Cypress extract itself does not create the floral scent. The soft floral notes come from the added Lily fragrance, creating a light and elegant fragrance profile.

Choose this collection if you prefer a soft, fresh and gently floral body-care ritual.

Found in:
White Cypress & Lily Body Scrub
White Cypress & Lily Body Butter
White Cypress & Lily Body Wash

Berrigan

Collection name: Berrigan
Arrernte name: Utnerrenge
Native plant: Berrigan
Botanical name: Eremophila bignoniiflora — CLIENT CONFIRMATION REQUIRED
Fragrance: Vanilla Caramel

The Berrigan Collection is inspired by Utnerrenge, the Arrernte name for Berrigan. This collection pairs the Berrigan ingredient story with a warm vanilla caramel fragrance, creating a comforting body-care ritual.

Choose this collection if you enjoy soft, sweet and cosy fragrance notes.

Found in:
Berrigan Body Scrub
Berrigan Body Butter
Berrigan Body Wash

Nourishing oils in Yaye skincare

Yaye also uses selected plant oils to support a soft, smooth skin feel in products such as Red Ochre Face & Body Oil.

Tomato Seed Oil

Botanical name: Solanum lycopersicum

Tomato Seed Oil is a lightweight plant oil used in Yaye’s Red Ochre Face & Body Oil. It helps nourish the skin and supports a smooth, comfortable finish without feeling heavy.

Found in:
Red Ochre Face & Body Oil

Hemp Seed Oil

Botanical name: Cannabis sativa

Hemp Seed Oil is a plant oil used in Yaye’s Red Ochre Face & Body Oil. It is known for its skin-conditioning feel and helps leave the skin feeling soft and moisturised.

Found in:
Red Ochre Face & Body Oil

How to choose a Yaye collection

Choose Native Silky Lemongrass & Lime if you enjoy a fresh citrus fragrance and an uplifting body-care ritual.

Choose White Cypress & Lily if you prefer a light, elegant floral fragrance.

Choose Berrigan if you love a warm vanilla caramel fragrance and a comforting self-care ritual.

Choose Red Ochre Face & Body Oil if you want a lightweight oil for both face and body, designed to help replenish moisture and leave skin feeling soft and smooth.

Explore products with native plant extracts

Yaye’s native botanical skincare range includes body scrubs, body butters, body washes, bubble baths, body oils and ritual bundles.

Explore products by collection or choose the product type that best suits your routine.

Shop Native Silky Lemongrass & Lime
Shop White Cypress & Lily
Shop Berrigan
Shop Red Ochre Face & Body Oil

Frequently Asked Questions

What is native botanical skincare?

Native botanical skincare refers to skincare and body-care products made with native plant extracts. Yaye’s Australian-made range includes products containing native plant extracts across selected body care, bath care and skincare formulas.

What native botanicals does Yaye use?

Yaye’s signature collections include Native Silky Lemongrass, known as Aherre-Aherre; White Cypress, known as Irlweke; and Berrigan, known as Utnerrenge.

What is Aherre-Aherre?

Aherre-Aherre is the Arrernte name for Native Silky Lemongrass, also known as Silky Oil Grass. Yaye’s Native Silky Lemongrass & Lime Collection contains Aherre-Aherre extract and has a fresh citrus fragrance.

What is Irlweke?

Irlweke is the Arrernte name for White Cypress. Yaye’s White Cypress & Lily Collection contains White Cypress extract. The soft floral fragrance comes from the added Lily fragrance.

What is Utnerrenge?

Utnerrenge is the Arrernte name for Berrigan. Yaye’s Berrigan Collection is inspired by Utnerrenge and has a warm vanilla caramel fragrance.

Does every Yaye product contain the same native plant extract?

No. Each Yaye collection has its own native plant extract and fragrance profile. Check each product page for its ingredient list and fragrance description.

Which Yaye collection should I choose?

Choose Native Silky Lemongrass & Lime for a fresh citrus scent, White Cypress & Lily for a soft floral scent, or Berrigan for a warm vanilla caramel fragrance.

Is Yaye Aboriginal-owned?

Yes. Yaye is a 100% Aboriginal-owned Australian bath, body and skincare brand.