Where Korean Innovation Meets Aotearoa’s Native Botanicals.
In a saturated skincare market, few brands genuinely reset the bar. Lemon & Beaker is one of them. Founded in New Zealand and developed in collaboration with leading Korean formulation experts, the brand brings together the technical precision of K-beauty with the natural power of Aotearoa’s native botanicals. The result is a sophisticated collection that feels luxurious, delivers visible results, and resonates with beauty consumers who demand more from their skincare.
Lemon & Beaker is built on the principle of synergy. Rather than relying on a single trending ingredient, each formula combines carefully balanced actives designed to support long-term skin health. At the heart of the range is a lacto-exosome delivery system, once reserved for top-tier clinical skincare, now used to carry ingredients like mānuka oil, kawakawa and harakeke leaf extract deep into the skin. The focus is on hydration, texture, and barrier support, achieved through formulations that are potent yet gentle.
Behind the brand are two women with a shared vision and complementary expertise. Vicky Cullinane, of Ngāruahine and Ngāti Tu descent, brings a background in wellness and a strong connection to New Zealand’s native flora. Her co-founder, Hannah Williamson, leads the scientific development, ensuring each product meets rigorous standards without compromising the brand’s clean credentials. Together, they have created a skincare philosophy that respects nature, embraces innovation, and puts skin health first.
Lemon & Beaker’s international momentum speaks for itself. In South Korea, one of the most competitive beauty markets in the world, the brand reached over $1.9 million NZD in sales during just three hours of live airtime. Stock sold out multiple times. Since then, the brand has launched into the luxury wellness space in Dubai and secured a multi-year distribution deal in the United States, valued at over USD $29 million by 2029.
This global attention reflects a growing appetite for intelligent, design-led skincare. Products such as the Firming Cream and Eyelift Serum embody the brand’s ethos, combining clinical-grade delivery systems with New Zealand botanicals to firm, smooth and revitalise the skin. With Lemon & Beaker, clean beauty no longer means compromise. It is skincare that feels considered, performs beautifully, and sets a new standard for what modern beauty can be.
For more information visit lemonandbeaker.com/en-nz and @lemonandbeaker.
