Girl Native

🎗️ GIRL NATIVE X EMMY AWARDS🎗️

Did you know that Girl Native Skincare blessed the streets and hands of celebrities in Hollywood, LA 2021?
The influence of Girl Native has transcended boundaries, with its products handpicked to grace the swag bags of esteemed celebrities at the Emmy Awards in Los Angeles.

This took Girl Native to a whole new level and changed the game. We’re pretty good at smashing goals on an entirely different level so we’re thinking about our next steps… and it’s an exciting (and scary!) space to be in but we’re here for it!! ✨

Thank you to all@of our supporters and customers over the years and Nau mai haere mai to our new whānau. We’re on this journey together and without you we know we wouldn’t be able to share our mahi with you all. We love you!! 🤍

✨ 100 FREE COFFEE SCRUB TESTERS ✨

Ē te iwi! In less than 5 hours we have already reached the halfway mark for our 100 coffee scrub testers! 😍
But we still have another 50 to go so PLEASE don’t be shy if you are keen to try our scrub please DM/PM: your full name, address for delivery and email address (for tracking purposes). When we hit 100 we’ll send them all out together. We love this product so much! It is handcrafted right here in Aotearoa using Rongōa Rakau ingredients and coffee brewed in house

FREE COFFEE SCRUB 💕

We’re taking it back to the OG days!
We are looking for 100 people to try our coffee scrub! No strings attached ✨
Just send us your address and we’ll send one out to you! If you feel like posting about the scrub that’s entirely up to you, we wholeheartedly know that this is the BEST SCRUB ON THE PLANET hands down lol so we want you to see for yourselves and share the love 🥰

If you’re interested:

1. PM your name and address
2. Email if you’d like to be part of future giveaways
3. Wait for your scrub to arrive, it’s simple!

When we reach 100 people we’ll send your scrubs out as promised ✨ f r e e ✨

The Founder Behind the Brand |

Ko Rawinia Te Urikore Rimene toku ingoa
He uri nō Te Whakatohea, Ngāti Kahungungu ki Wairarapa, Ngāti Raukawa me Rangitane ahau
Ko Omarumutu raua ko Te Ore Ore ngā marae
Ko Waiaua te awa ko Wairarapa te Moana
Ko Mataatua te waka
Ko Ngāti Rua te hapu
Ko Muriwai te tapairu
Nō Ōpōtiki ahau
E noho ana au ki Te Whanganui a Tara
Ko au te Kaiwhakahaere o Girl Native

Growing up in the small country town of Ōpōtiki, I found my sense of belonging on my tūrangawaewae, our whānau land in Omarumutu.

On our return after travelling away, I knew we were home when we were driving under the arched pōhutukawa trees that lined Waiotahe Beach.

In the summertime, the vibrant Pohutukawa flowers blossomed filling the air with a sweet fragrance, merged with the scent of driftwood and the salty sea spray that kissed my skin as I played on the beach. Surrounded by nature’s beauty, I was forever intrigued by its wonders.

My grandparents devoted themselves to our tūrangawaewae, Ruarakai, our whānau land, nestled between the beautiful beach and the lush bush at the foot of our maunga Makeo.

Our whenua was abundant in Natures offerings - right in our own backyard, we would often hear “This is a million dollar view”.

The rhythmic crashing of ocean waves became a soothing backdrop, and the songs of the manu composed the sweetest of melodies.

My siblings and I were often pushed outdoors, where nature became our playground. Under my Nanny's guidance, I learned to plant native trees, each one accompanied by stories of its unique properties and the roles they played in Rongoā.

I was captivated by the heart-shaped leaves of Kawakawa at the entrance to our bush trail, where we crafted huts and at times made swings from branches of old rakau that had stood tall for generations. In the bush, I found profound peace and stillness that ignited my imagination. By the sea, I discovered calmness, relief, and tranquility that settled my most intense emotions. Even today, I seek solace within the ngahere and sit embraced by the beauty of Tangaroa, the god of the sea.

At 13, my grandmother made the decision to move me to Wellington for better opportunities—a change that shifted my world. I quickly realised that the city and my holidays there were two entirely different experiences.

The fast pace replaced the serenity I had known; bustling streets and constant chatter drowned out the sweet melodies of native birds. I began to notice how easy it was to lose oneself in this environment devoid of authenticity.
Fake was the norm, and I grappled with feeling alone amidst the chaos.

As a teenager, this triggered some insecurities and I often found myself longing for the feeling of sand beneath my feet and the fresh air that surrounded me back home. I eventually lost my way, searching for comfort in an unfamiliar world.

At 18, I became pregnant and, returned home. I discovered that while I had changed, so too had my surroundings. Craving the peace of nature and a mindful lifestyle, I began to learn more about Rongoā Māori with my Māori midwife, Lisa Kelly. Attending wananga at Torere Marae reignited my creativity and curiosity to experiment further. I embraced slow living once again, wandering through the ngahere and sitting by the moana. This was life at its purest.

However, after a year, I felt restless again. I loved the tranquility, but couldn’t shake the urge for the opportunities back in the city. This tension became the catalyst for my vision: Girl Native. I realised I wanted to merge the dynamics of city life with the elements of nature I cherished from home. I began creating ways to infuse mindfulness practices into my daily routine, embracing the wisdom of Rongoā and Te Ao Māori in purposeful living.
Learning to slow down, become less distracted by external noise, write and do what I love most - create with purpose.

Every time I went back home, it allowed me to rest, relax and recharge much like a retreat.
I wanted to create a way to bring that with me no matter where I go in the world, to serve as a reminder to “live on purpose”.

After the birth of my first daughter - Peyton-Maree, we faced a challenging moment: she suffered from skin issues and rashes that conventional products couldn’t heal. It was in this urgency that I turned to the knowledge of Rongoā that I had cultivated over the years and merged my formulations with Reiki Healing. Living in Tītahi Bay, Porirua I began to craft ethical, effective skincare products using the gentle, healing ingredients derived from Rongoā Māori and Wairuatanga for her and for myself - and it worked.

The relief I felt the moment I realised Peyton’s skin was clearing up day by day was enough confirmation for me to continue on my formulation journey.
I found that alot of the skincare and makeup products I was using for myself and my tamariki had toxic ingredients and as part of a mindful and purposeful lifestyle I wanted to commit to a sustainable lifestyle too. This prompted me to create more sustainable products.
For me personally, Connecting with papatūānuku brought me closer to who I am and deepened my connection to nature, a sense of belonging and a “Journey back to myself”.

And that’s when Girl Native was born—a luxurious ethical skincare brand infused with healing and purpose, the knowledge of my tipuna - Ancestors, and the beauty of our natural world, each product is a retreat in a jar, a way to reconnect with the peace and tranquility of my upbringing while fostering a slow beauty mindset.

Through Girl Native, I invite others to embrace the richness of nature, to live purposefully and consciously, and to reflect on the beauty that lies within you.

“Girl Native is more than just a skincare brand; it is a lifestyle, A conscious decision to live on purpose, to rediscover your connection to nature and to lead you on a journey back to yourself”.

Community Gifting Tree
Random gifts of Kindness

We know that this year has been hard for a lot of whānau and we also know that some whānau and tamariki may miss out this Christmas so we wanted to do something to help!

From tomorrow 01st November we will have a community gifting box + tree at Kaitahi Porirua.
Thank you for your support! Girl Native stay up until Christmas and we’ll either gift the presents ourselves or link up with community/charity organisations to donate.

Ngā mihi nui ē te iwi 🤍

sponsored by Native Collective Girl Nativee and NATV beauty bar.

Girl Native Director and Founder Rawinia Rimene (Te Whakatōhea, Ngāti Kahungungu ki Wairarapa, Rangitane, Ngāti Raukawa) won the Te Kaweake Export Business Award at .official Awards lastnight!

What a massive achievement and recognition for her hard mahi and dedication to the company over the years she has paved the way for many others to follow in her footsteps, inspired many across the motu and te ao and continues to break down barriers and create innovative solutions in the beauty industry.

She has humbly accepted her award and dedicated this to Rangatahi Māori who aspire to success in business and entrepreneurship.

She has a story that proves you can rise from the ashes and a heart and soul that continues to keep on giving with values and tikanga instilled in her by her Nanny and Koro and whānau. Her tamariki and partner are her drive and her passion to build businesses with purpose has taken her all around the world winning her first award at the Awards for best inclusive makeup product and only just opening her new store and at .tahi Porirua - A platform for Local Māori and Pasifika to stock their products in a high end store allowing retailers to keep all profits from sales reinforcing her purpose and passion for community, people and collaboration over competition - When she wins we all win and for that we are proud!

Rawinia says “I am beyond proud and grateful to be the recipient of the Te Kaweake - Export Award at the Māori Women’s Development Inc - MWDI Awards Ceremony at Tākina lastnight. Thank you!!! 🤍

I have so many things to say but for now I’ll keep it short.
To everyone who has supported me on my journey you all know who you are THANK YOU!

Lastnight I dedicated this award to our Rangatahi Māori across Aotearoa this is for you, if I can make it you can too!”

Rawinia has announced that due to unforeseen circumstances the official store launch will be placed on hold while she spends time with her Nanny and will update in due time with a new proposed launch date, we thank you for your understanding and patience”

Ka nui te aroha ki a koutou katoa 🤍

Beyond proud to be a finalist for the Te Kaweake Export Award at MWDI and also a huge congratulations to all of the finalists too!
We will see you at Tākina tonight ē te iwi! Excited to be celebrating with you 🤍

OFFICIAL SOFT LAUNCH OPENING
Native Collective by Girl Native

Monday 21st October 2024
8am - 3pm
KAI TAHI, 20 Parumoana Street, Porirua

Kia ora,

We are opening a new store in Kai Tahi called Native Collective in a couple of weeks!
And we’d love to offer the opportunity for any beauty/skincare/rongoa products based businesses and local designers who are looking to stock their products in a gift boutique store.

Native Collective is a new initiative aimed at uplifting and promoting local Māori and Pasifika designers and small businesses (but not limited to). This boutique gift store provides a platform for both emerging and established businesses to showcase their craftmanship, focusing on New Zealand-made products¹. The goal is to support and celebrate the diversity and creativity within the community, offering greater visibility and opportunities at an affordable rental space price starting at $35 per week.

If you are interested please fill in the form using the link here: https://forms.gle/pYAUms7AFsmnVKq27

Pic below of the current display space and shelving available in store, our spaces are filling up fast but I would love to get some of our local talent in here 🤍

www.girlnative.com

A scent for every sitch!

Our new perfume range is quickly becoming a favourite! They are now live on the website it just makes scents to collect them all because they are all absolutely amazing! Don’t take it from us though, try it for yourself 😉

SHOP FRAGRANCES: https://www.girlnative.co/collections/fragrances

Our favourite dupes will be available on the website soon! 😍

GIRL NATIVE

Beauty Products:

Girl Native is a global award-winning luxury beauty and plant based skincare brand that celebrates indigenous beauty.

At Girl Native, our mission is to honour and celebrate indigenous beauty through luxurious, plant-based skincare and beauty products and services. We are dedicated to handcrafting simple products with simple ingredients that not only enhance natural beauty but also embody rich Māori traditions.
By sourcing the finest Rongoā Rakau (natural ingredients), we commit to providing a sustainable and ethical skin experience that uplifts individuals and fosters a profound connection to nature.

GIRL NATIVE X NATV BAR

Beauty Drinks:

NATV is a beauty drinks bar specialising in artisan beverages that promote anti-aging, skin brightening, and the reduction of acne, scars, and pigmentation. As a subsidiary of the Girl Native brand, NATV incorporates ingredients from Girl Native skincare into its drinks. Operating out of the Native Collective by Girl Native store at Kai Tahi, 20 Parumoana Street, Porirua, NATV aims to provide delicious, nutritious drinks that enhance beauty from the inside out. Our mission is to become a leading brand in the beauty and wellness industry by offering high-quality, effective products.

GIRL NATIVE X NATIVE COLLECTIVE

Giving Back:

Native Collective is a subsidiary of Girl Native and a platform created for Māori, Pasifika and Local New Zealand Designers.

Native Collective is on a mission to uplift and promote Mãori and Pasifika designers and businesses by providing a platform for emerging businesses, established businesses and New Zealand made products to display their creations.
At Girl Native, we recognize the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in gaining visibility for their products. To address this, we are launching Native Collective, a boutique gift store dedicated to showcasing the talent and taonga of Mãori and Pasifika designers.
This is an awesome opportunity for you to be part of a supportive and inclusive community that celebrates diversity and creativity.

GIRL NATIVE X ĀHUA

Beauty Tech:

Āhua is a subsidiary of Girl Native. The Āhua App is an innovative augmented reality (AR) skin analysis and beauty platform that harmoniously blends traditional Māori knowledge with modern skincare and makeup practices. Our mission is to empower users on their skincare journeys with personalised solutions and educational content, creating a transformative experience in the beauty industry.

Although still in R&D stages founded Rawinia Rimene is working towards building a demo for users to download and trial.

PSA📣 we’ve got some exciting news!! and something new brewing! ✨

Girl Native has been featured in magazine 😍🥰💕