Frequently Asked Questions

Sodashi’s Founder, Megan Larsen formulates all Sodashi products drawing on her unique knowledge of aromatherapy, Ayurveda, biochemistry and naturopathy.

Yes, Sodashi products are 100% natural. We create luxurious and effective skincare by blending the purest natural ingredients with love and intention, to deliver pure nourishment for beautiful skin.

Every single one of our products is free of synthetic ingredients including parabens, petrochemicals, GMOs, sulfates, synthetic preservatives and dyes, phthalates and triclosan.

Sodashi has a small-batch approach to beauty; our artisanal product is lovingly crafted on our own premises and each batch is a one-off production.

There is no compromise on the ingredients; we guarantee what goes in and importantly what stays out.

No Sodashi products are ever tested on animals, ever. Sodashi operates in a sustainable and ethical manner at all levels of the business. We refuse to test on animals and do not enter markets that require animal testing.

Sodashi products are proudly manufactured in our very own facility in Fremantle, Western Australia.

We believe that creating skincare in its most natural state is the finest nourishment for beautiful skin, intact with all of the vitamins and minerals and other nutrients.

With this in mind, our products are created by blending the purest therapeutic grade natural ingredients. For example, we use cold pressed botanicals to formulate our products, to preserve the nutrients and enzymes and ensure the maximum nutritional content of the end product.

Due to the nature of our raw ingredients and our manufacturing process, we do not give out samples. However, if you’re worried about your sensitive skin, we offer a great refund policy – please see the specifics of this policy here.

If you’d like to try a product on your skin, please feel free to visit the Sodashi Office (located at 126 Stirling Highway, North Fremantle, WA 6159, Australia) if you’re based in Perth, or visit one of our Spa’s (please feel free to get in touch to find your closest Spa).

Sodashi uses natural preservatives Grapefruit Seed Extract, Benzyl Alcohol and Olive Leaf Extract giving the product a shelf life of two years. We recommend that products are used within six months of opening.

We are aware of the concerns that some have around Grapefruit Seed Extract, and we’re actually working towards removing it from our products because of this. That said, we are happy to state that the Grapefruit Seed Extract that we use contains no chemical preservatives at all and we have a Certificate of Analysis to confirm this.

Every single one of our products is free of all synthetic ingredients, including synthetic fragrances.

Sodashi will delight your senses, the formulas smell light, clean and botanical because they are formulated using the purest botanical extracts. The subtle natural aromas and delicate textures make them irresistible to touch and smell.

Sodashi works in partnership with suppliers around the world to procure the finest therapeutic grade, ethically-sourced essential oils and plant actives, organic where possible, to formulate Sodashi products.

For example, Sodashi’s supplier of Ylang Ylang oil has worked with a group of local farmers in a remote region of Madagascar to build a local distillery where they process the essential oil, providing a sustainable way living to the local farmers and an exceptionally high-quality end product.

We source the finest therapeutic grade natural ingredients, organic where possible, to formulate Sodashi products.

Our essential oils for example, have to be of the highest quality to have the cell regenerative properties required to create effective anti-ageing skincare. We know our natural ingredients intimately, we know their characteristics and properties, and we know how to enhance their benefits by blending the ingredients in our formulas to create powerful synergies.

There are ingredients that are really important for us to use to ensure the efficacy of our products which are not yet available organically at the quality we require. We have made the decision not to compromise the integrity of our products by replacing these ingredients with lesser quality organic ingredients.

Fortunately, more and more organic ingredients are becoming available at the quality required for the manufacturing of Sodashi products, therefore, the percentage of organic ingredients in our products continues to increase.

Sodashi products have a shelf life of two years. We recommend you use your Sodashi products within six months of opening, to use them at their freshest for best results.

Sodashi products are entirely free of animal products and are therefore suitable for vegetarians and vegans. We are animal advocates, and in no way support animal testing of any kind.

Yes, all Sodashi products are gluten free and contain no gluten ingredients.

MORNING ROUTINE – FACE

1. Cleanse

Gently cleanse the skin with your chosen Sodashi Cleanser. Apply, massage in to the skin and then rinse to remove. Repeat if you have time, the first cleanse removes impurities whilst the second deeply cleanses the skin.

2. Compress

Compress with Cell Renewal Drops or Brightening Face Drops –these therapeutic blends of essential oils gently exfoliate the skin and boost skin cell renewal. Simply add four drops to a bowl of very warm water and using a face cloth compress on to the face  two to three times.

3. Tone & Hydrate

Refresh and hydrate with your chosen Face Mist.

You can also mist after applying make-up to fix, and use throughout the day to refresh and hydrate as needed.

4. Treat – Skin Boost

Apply a thin layer of your chosen Sodashi Skin Boost – it’s a daily gel mask treatment to boost skin’s radiance and vitality.

The boosts also make a great primer under make-up, and can be layered under a mask for a more intensive treatment.

If you are prone to blemishes, now is the time to use Sodashi’s Blemish Treatment. Apply a small amount onto affected areas.

5. Eye Care

Eye Lifting Gel

Apply this leave-on gel to eye area to instantly firm, tone and lift, and reduce puffiness. Allow to dry.

Eye & Lip Smoother

Apply a small amount of this ultra-gentle super-hydrating moisturiser to the eye and lip area, to restore elasticity and minimise fine lines.

6. Moisturise

Press your chosen Sodashi moisturiser into the skin rather than massage to stimulate the lymphatic system and to give a more toned finish

If your skin needs extra hydration, try layering a Sodashi Serum underneath your moisturiser.

If your skin is very dry, use our night cream Nourishing Repair Treatment or Samadara Ultimate Age-Defying Crème as your day time moisturiser.

MORNING ROUTINE – BODY

After showering or bathing apply an aromatic Sodashi Body Oil or Body Lotion of your choice to deeply nourish and hydrate the skin and uplift the senses. Apply Body Oils to damp skin to lock in moisture.

The Fitness Recovery Body Oil is perfect following morning exercise, to warm muscles and relieve tension.

EVENING ROUTINE

1. Cleanser

Gently cleanse the skin with your chosen Sodashi Cleanser. Apply, massage in to the skin and then rinse to remove. Double cleanse if you have time, the first cleanse removes make-up and impurities whilst the second deeply cleanses the skin.

2. Exfoliate

Exfoliate the skin with Sodashi’s Enzyme Face Polish 2-3 times per week.

3. Toning Mist

Refresh and hydrate with your chosen Face Mist. The Calming Rose Face Mist is particularly soothing before bed.

4. Moisturise

Nourish the skin with your choice of Sodashi Serum. Press on to face, neck and décolletage and gently massage into the skin with upwards strokes.

Follow with your chosen Sodashi or Samadara moisturiser.

5. Eye Cream

Eye & Lip Smoother

Apply a small amount of this ultra-gentle super-hydrating moisturiser to the eye and lip area, to restore elasticity and minimise fine lines.

For particularly dry and mature skin types, use our skin-transforming Samadara Ultimate Age-Defying Eye Crème and massage into the skin with Rose Quartz Crystals supplied.

WEEKLY TREATMENTS

Maintain skin radiance between facial treatments with one or two at-home intensive mask treatments per week. Choose from Sodashi’s Brightening Marine Mineral Mask, Gentle Repair White Clay Mask and Plant Essence Replenish Mask, and or multi-mask depending on your skin’s needs.

A weekly specialised treatment with Sodashi’s Eye Mask will also keep the skin of the eye area looking its best.

EVENING ROUTINE – BODY

Exfoliate body regularly with Sodashi’s therapeutic Salt or Jojoba Bead exfoliants.

After showering or bathing apply an aromatic Sodashi Body Oil or Body Lotion of your choice to deeply nourish and hydrate the skin and uplift the senses. Apply Body Oils to damp skin to lock in moisture.

The nourishing Serenity Body Oil is perfect before bed to clear the mind and promote deep relaxation.

Yes you can, we actually recommend it! It’s all about customising the products to meet your exact skin’s needs.

For example, you could use the Clay Cleanser with Lime, the Calming Rose Face Mist and the Rejuvenating Face and Neck Moisturiser if you have fairly normal skin, but get the occasional blemish and are concerned about ageing.  It’s about responding to your skin needs.

If you need any skincare advice, please don’t hesitate to call us on +61 (8) 9336 6837 or email us at [email protected]. We’d be happy to assist.

Or visit one of our amazing Sodashi Spa Partners and their expert therapists will be able to advise you on which Sodashi products will work best for your skin.

Yes, the best way to remove waterproof makeup up is to double cleanse using one of Sodashi’s Clay Cleansers.

Yes, when you follow the directions for use on our packaging all Sodashi products and treatments are safe for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. If you have any concerns we recommend that you consult your medical practitioner.

We recommend Sodashi’s Vitamin Rich Body Oil for babies and infants.  An unscented blend of nutrient-rich plant oils, it’s perfect for massage or adding to a bath rich to nurture and care for their skin.

Nut allergies come in several forms.

If you have an allergy to peanuts only, Sodashi products are safe to use as they contain no peanut oil or traces of peanut oil.

A number of our products do contain nut oils. These include but are not limited to Almond, Macadamia and Hazelnut.  If you are allergic to these please read the list of ingredients carefully – every single ingredient is listed on the Sodashi label and on our website. We are extremely thorough with our processes – if a product does not contain an ingredient, there is no chance that it will be contaminated by nut-based ingredients.

A list of nut-free products is as below:

Brightening Face Drops, Cell Renewal Drops, Eye Lifting Gel, Recovery Skin Boost, Calming Skin Boost, Balancing Skin Boost, Skin Restore, Blemish Treatment, Body Balance Salt Therapy Exfoliant and Jojoba Bead Body Polish. 

As we use over 100 different natural plant, marine and mineral ingredients to formulate Sodashi products, always check our product ingredients lists on the website to ensure that it is free of all ingredients that may aggravate your allergy.

We are completely transparent; we stand by each and every one of the ingredients that go into making our products. Every single ingredient is listed on the label. If you are unsure, conducting a patch test inside your elbow is always a good idea before use.

If you suffer from a skin condition and are wondering which Sodashi or Samadara products might be helpful for you to use, we recommend that you give us a call on +61 (8) 9336 6837 or email us at [email protected] so that we can get more of an understanding of your skincare needs and can give you tailored advice on which products to choose.

Or visit one of our amazing Sodashi spa partners and their expert therapists will be able to advise you on which Sodashi products will deliver the best results for your skin.

If you are not completely satisfied with your Sodashi product please contact us on +61 8 9336 6837 or refer to our returns page for more information.

The Blemish Treatment is a skin-perfector – a leave-on gel, it quickly and effectively treats blemishes and inflammation, and helps to prevent and heal scarring.

We actually call it first aid in a bottle as it can be used on bites, cuts and abrasions.

We recommend you use your Sodashi products within six months of opening, to use them at their freshest and to see the best results.

If you live somewhere where the temperatures often exceed 30 degrees, and your home gets hot you can keep your Sodashi products in the fridge.  It won’t impact on the efficacy of your products at all, but it may change their consistency. The face mists are wonderfully refreshing if kept cool! Otherwise we recommend keeping your Sodashi products in a cool place away from direct sunlight.

The colour and aroma of your regular Sodashi products may vary. This is because no two production batches are exactly the same as each natural ingredient differs slightly depending on the time of harvest; the soil, the climatic conditions, the air quality, all have an effect.

We celebrate these differences because they demonstrate our commitment to blending only the purest unadulterated natural ingredients to create our skincare products.

We love nothing more than hearing from our wonderful customers. If you have any questions, thoughts or feedback please email us at [email protected]  and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.

Click on the products you wish to order, select the quantity then click on “add to cart”. You can add more of the same item by clicking on “add more” or if you wish to continue shopping click on “continue shopping”. When you have completed your order click on “go to checkout”. You will be taken to the Payment detail page where you select payment method and where you can create an account with us by filling in your details.

We’ll send you an order confirmation email once your order and payment has been received. We’ll then send you a second email confirming completion and shipment of your order. If, for some reason, you have a problem receiving these emails, please contact us straight away at [email protected]

Occasionally, a product may be temporarily unavailable and we apologise for any inconvenience this may cause you.

Unavailable products will be displayed in red as ‘temporarily out of stock’. If this is the case, we encourage you to return to our website to purchase the product at a later time or send us an email to request a notification when the product is next available.

When your order arrives please inspect the carton for any damage that may have occurred during the shipping process. It is normal for the outer carton to show some wear and tear, however, if damage has occurred to the item(s) in your shipment, notify us immediately by email at [email protected] or by phone on +61 8 9336 6837 (Monday through Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm (Western Standard Time) and provide your invoice number.

You may change or cancel your order as long as it has not yet been dispatched from our premises. You can check this by tracking your order using the link in your order confirmation email.

If your order has not been dispatched but payment has been processed, we can change the order or place a full refund to your credit card. Please contact us ASAP to avoid disappointment.

We make every effort to dispatch online orders within a day from receipt of payment. However in most cases, your order will be shipped within three working days. Sodashi will send you an email notification once your order has been dispatched. Delivery times will vary depending on where you live. Please see our shipping page for more details.

For all orders within Australia, a flat rate of $15.00 AUD applies. For orders over $199 AUD, shipping is free of charge. Most orders should be received within two to three working days from the date of dispatch. Additional time may be required for those areas outside a Central Business District. For international fees, please see our shipping page.

Yes, Sodashi ships products internationally. Please see our shipping page for related costs.

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. Please refer to our returns page for more information.

No we do not. The reason we don’t export to China is that they have regulations that require all skincare products to be tested on animals. Until such time as those regulations are changed, we’ve made a decision not to export to the market as we have a strict no animal testing policy.

Unless otherwise specified, our conditions are as follows:

Offer is only available until date specified and while stocks last. Offer not available in conjunction with any other offer. Offer is not exchangeable. Stock is strictly limited. Offer can only be redeemed once per customer for the duration of the promotion. Should a customer make multiple purchases during the promotion period only the first order will receive the complimentary gift. No rain checks. Offer is not available for commercial use, and can only be redeemed on personal orders. Additional conditions and exclusions may apply.

We do collaborate with social media influencers from time-to-time. If you are an influencer and feel that you a good fit with the Sodashi brand, please feel free to send an introduction and a link to your social media accounts through to [email protected].

Please note that all collaborations are at the discretion of Sodashi and will depend on the marketing initiatives we currently have running, suitability and available budget.

We are always looking for new ways that we can let more people know about our products. If you do have an idea of how we can do this better, feel free to get in touch with [email protected].

However, please note that due to the large number of enquiries we receive, it may take us a week or so to respond.

The first step is to fill out one of our Spa Partner application forms. This can be found and printed off here. Once complete, please send this through to [email protected]. Our team will review your application to ensure there is a fit between Sodashi and your Spa in order to make a final decision.

Once we have reviewed, we will get back to you with an answer as soon as possible.

We work with a range of beautiful retailers and are always happy to receive enquiries from potential stockists. If you feel you are a good fit to stock the Sodashi brand, please fill out one of our Stockist application forms. This can be found and printed off here.

Once complete, please send this through to [email protected]. Our team will review your application to ensure there is a fit between Sodashi and your Spa in order to make a final decision.

Once we have reviewed, we will get back to you with an answer as soon as possible